January 29, 2026

India-US Trade Talks to Conclude in 2026, Easing External Uncertainty: Economic Survey

India and the US are set to finish trade talks this year, says Economic Survey 2025-26. This move could ease external uncertainties caused by tariffs and global economic challenges.

January 29, 2026

Ajit Pawar's Funeral Held with State Honours After Fatal Plane Crash in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar died in a plane crash. His funeral was held with full state honours in Baramati. The crash killed five people including the pilot. Police filed an accidental death report. The aircraft's black box was recovered for investigation.

January 29, 2026

Kashmir Shivers as Cold Spell Nears End; Sonamarg Hits Minus 11.2°C

Kashmir suffers bitter cold with many places below freezing. Sonamarg is the coldest at minus 11.2°C. Chilla-i-Kalan cold phase ends soon but chilly days remain.

January 29, 2026

Supreme Court Declines To Direct Minimum Wage Law For Domestic Workers, Cites Legislative Role

On January 29, 2026, the Supreme Court rejected a PIL demanding minimum wage laws for domestic workers. The court stressed that only legislatures can enact such laws and blamed trade unions for hindering industrial growth.

January 29, 2026

Supreme Court Declines To Direct Minimum Wage Law For Domestic Workers, Cites Legislative Role

On January 29, 2026, the Supreme Court rejected a PIL demanding minimum wage laws for domestic workers. The court stressed that only legislatures can enact such laws and blamed trade unions for hindering industrial growth.