Ajit Pawar, 'Dada' in Maharashtra politics, an able administrator is no more

Sanjay Jog | January 28, 2026 10:38 AM

Mumbai, Jan 28 (IANS) Ajit Anantrao Pawar, popularly known as 'Dada', was a dominant force in Maharashtra politics, known for his administrative efficiency, blunt speaking style, and his recent role in reshaping the state's political landscape. He served as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra (his 6th non-consecutive term) in the Mahayuti government, led by Devendra Fadnavis (CM) and Eknath Shinde (Deputy CM). He was the National President of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).

Amazon's 'accidental' layoff mail sparks fresh fears of job cuts at AWS

IANS | January 28, 2026 10:27 AM

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) An internal Amazon Web Services (AWS) email, seemingly sent by mistake referencing “organizational changes,” heightened speculation that US tech giant Amazon may announce another round of layoffs, though employees were already expecting one despite no official announcement.

Trump confirms US armada moving toward Iran

IANS | January 28, 2026 10:08 AM

Washington, Jan 28 (IANS) President Donald Trump said a large US naval force is moving toward the Middle East amid tensions with Iran, adding that Washington hopes military force will not be needed but is prepared if diplomacy fails.

Trump courts diners, touts prices, and edges closer to campaign trail

IANS | January 28, 2026 10:00 AM

Washington, Jan 28 (IANS) President Donald Trump, during his Iowa trip, stopped at a restaurant, shook hands, and spoke with diners as he repeated his core campaign themes on falling prices, border enforcement, and crime in a burst of campaign-trail color ahead of the midterm elections.