It’s like doing politics over dead body: BJP, JD(U) criticise CM Banerjee over conspiracy claim in Pawar’s air crash

IANS | January 29, 2026 12:31 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) After West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee raised suspicion of a conspiracy behind the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash on Wednesday morning, leaders from the BJP and JD(U) on Thursday criticised her remarks, accusing her of crossing all limits and indulging in insensitive politics. Several leaders described her comments as 'doing politics over a dead body'.

FM Sitharaman tables Economic Survey 2026 in Parliament

IANS | January 29, 2026 12:07 PM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday tabled the Economic Survey 2026 in Parliament, which will set the official tone on how the economy of the country is performing on a strong note despite global uncertainties and US tariffs.

Budget session signals new momentum towards Viksit Bharat 2047, says PM Modi

IANS | January 29, 2026 11:11 AM

New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the Budget Session of Parliament marks an important step towards achieving the resolve of Viksit Bharat 2047 and the Centre is focused on 'Reform Express' and moving towards long-term solutions for pending issues.