Maharashtra Minister Dhananjay Munde resigned after his aide Walmik Karad was named as an accused in the Sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh murder case, leading to a meeting convened by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar with NCP MLAs. Pawar advised against relying solely on workers for political activities, citing Munde’s resignation due to his association with Karad. Munde’s resignation marks a significant political development in Maharashtra, with the state government expected to announce updates on his ministerial responsibilities soon.
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‘We Had An Open Conversation’: Jaishankar Sees Opportunities In India-US Ties Amid Trump’s Tariff Threats
In response to President Trump's threat of reciprocal tariffs on India, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar stated that India has been in discussions with the US about the need for a trade agreement, as this action was expected following Trump's promises. Jaishankar highlighted that India-US relations have been positive, with opportunities in areas like technology and connectivity, and mentioned ongoing efforts towards a trade agreement. Trump's announcement of reciprocal tariffs against India and other...
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