PM Modi hails India-EU FTA as a “game-changer,” promising new opportunities for youth, startups, and industries across 27 European countries

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a state holiday and three days of state mourning following Pawar's death. Addressing a press conference, the CM said the final decision on Pawar's last rites was taken in consultation with the family,

His statement comes as both countries are set to formally announce a comprehensive FTA at the joint EU-India summit later in the day.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to NCP-SP chief Sharad Pawar on Wednesday and expressed condolences at the death of his nephew, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged global investors to engage with India's burgeoning energy sector, presenting investment opportunities totaling nearly $500 billion.

NCP leader and Ajit Pawar’s cousin Supriya Sule expressed shock over the untimely demise of the Maharashtra deputy chief minister, saying she was devastated by the loss.

Ajit Pawar was killed after an aircraft carrying him from Mumbai to his home turf of Baramati crashed this morning. Four other persons were also killed in the crash.