In Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh, a woman upset over a family dispute climbed a 60-foot water tank with her 4-year-old child, triggering a dramatic scene. After hours of persuasion by officials including the tehsildar, both mother and child were safely brought down without harm.

In Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, a 6-foot cobra appeared in a government school’s kitchen during lunch prep, causing panic as students ran to the field. A snake rescuer worked two hours to safely capture and release the venomous cobra into nearby woods without injuries.

The Economic Survey 2026 is being presented in Parliament today at 11 AM, offering a detailed review of India’s economy, including growth, inflation, and employment trends. This annual report precedes the Union Budget by three days, shaping expectations before the Budget is unveiled on February 1.

In Mathura’s Vrindavan, five minor girls escaped a government shelter home using blankets. After an intense two-day search, police recovered all five safely and returned them to the shelter. Officials are now investigating how the security breach happened and reviewing protection home safety measures.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash near Baramati, along with four others. Today his state funeral is scheduled at Baramati’s Vidya Pratisthan ground, attended by top leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Amit Shah, as the state observes three days of mourning.

As weather shifts through the year, pets feel it too — from heat stress to cold discomfort. Adjust feeding, hydration, flea control and outdoor activity with each season. Regular grooming, paw protection and vet checkups help dogs and cats stay active, comfortable and healthy through all seasonal changes.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee expressed shock over Ajit Pawar’s fatal plane crash and suggested a possible political conspiracy, claiming Pawar was reportedly ready to leave the BJP. She demanded a Supreme Court-monitored probe for transparent investigation amid rising controversy over the circumstances.

Indore’s air quality remains poor to unhealthy, with AQI readings around 140-170, signaling elevated dust and fine particle pollution. Residents, especially children, elderly and respiratory patients, are advised to limit time outdoors as pollution persists and weather conditions trap contaminants over the city.

Maharashtra government declared a public holiday today and three days of state mourning after Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died in a tragic plane crash. Flags will fly at half-mast, official programmes paused, and schools and offices remain closed as the state honours his legacy.

Bollywood and public figures reacted with shock to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s death in a plane crash. BJP MP and actress Kangana Ranaut said the news was “horrible” with no words to describe it, while Anupam Kher expressed deep sadness and offered condolences.