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Relative releases audio of Ajit Pawar’s last phone call before fatal plane crash

Mortal remains of former Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar being taken for his funeral at Baramati in Pune on January 29. (PTI)

Published on Feb 4, 2026, 2:14 PM IST

NCP opts out of PCMC mayoral race, seeks deputy mayor post from BJP

The NCP finished second with 37 seats, while the Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) secured six. The Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS failed to win a single seat. (HT)

Published on Feb 3, 2026, 4:32 AM IST

Adani meets Sharad Pawar, sparks fresh buzz over NCP reunification

Adani meets Sharad Pawar, sparks fresh buzz over NCP reunification

Published on Feb 2, 2026, 3:54 AM IST

Unaware of the swearing-in of Sunetra Pawar, says NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar

Pawar said the ruling faction of the NCP may have felt that someone needed to immediately take responsibility after the death of Ajit Pawar. (HT FILE)

Published on Feb 1, 2026, 3:10 AM IST

Sunetra Pawar sworn in as Maharashtra deputy CM, rift in family widens

NCP Leader Sunetra Pawar takes oath as the Deputy CM of Maharashtra in the presence of Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai.

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 6:39 AM IST

Ajit was in favour of reunion, NCP merger now halted: Sharad Pawar

“The merger talks, which had been underway for the past four months, have now been interrupted. Unfortunately, Ajit Pawar’s death has halted the merger talks,” Pawar said, adding that there had been a shared desire for unity. “Our desire is also that the two sides should come together.” (Hindustan Times)

Published on Jan 31, 2026, 11:59 PM IST

Like Ajit Pawar, Sunetra is also likely to maintain her hold on Pune district

A local NCP leader said Sunetra Pawar has become increasingly active in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad over the past few months, particularly after being elected as a Member of Parliament. (HT FILE)

Updated on Feb 1, 2026, 11:51 AM IST

Son Parth emerges as key aide in Sunetra Pawar’s political affairs

For the past few months, Parth Pawar has been closely accompanying Sunetra Pawar, particularly during her stays in Delhi, where he has been involved in meetings with senior political leaders. (HT FILE)

Published on Jan 31, 2026, 10:58 PM IST

Sunetra Pawar, first woman deputy CM of Maharashtra: What is her net worth?

Sunetra Pawar's total income and assets were estimated as per the affidavit she filed for the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.

Updated on Jan 31, 2026, 5:37 PM IST

Sunetra Pawar oath as dy CM at 5pm; NCP legislative party elects her leader

Sunetra Pawar emerging from the Vidhan Bhavan chamber where she was elected as leader of the NCP legislative party in Mumbai. (Videograb/Anshuman poyrekar)

Updated on Jan 31, 2026, 4:51 PM IST

Sunetra sworn in, Supriya says 'Ram Krishna' amid Sharad Pawar's merger claim

Sunetra Pawar greets people as they arrive to pay last respects to Ajit Pawar at their family residence in Baramati, Pune,

Updated on Jan 31, 2026, 6:30 PM IST

Sunetra Pawar to take oath as first woman deputy CM of Maharashtra at 5pm today

After Ajit Pawar's death, his wife Sunetra Pawar set to become Maharashtra’s first woman deputy chief minister

Updated on Jan 31, 2026, 8:24 AM IST

BJP appoints Ganesh Bidkar as leader of PMC house; Congess names Chandusheth Kadam as its leader

Ganesh Bidkar (HT PHOTO)

Published on Jan 31, 2026, 3:56 AM IST

'Will stand with NCP's decision': Fadnavis as Sunetra to take oath as Maha dy CM

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the Mahayuti will back the NCP decision on the vacant Deputy CM post.

Updated on Jan 31, 2026, 8:42 AM IST

‘Her eyes still welling’: Raut on talks of bigger role in NCP for Sunetra Pawar

Shivsena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut is seen addressing the gathering in Thane. ( Praful Gangurde / HT Photo)

Published on Jan 30, 2026, 7:23 PM IST

Maharashtra: Scramble for new deputy CM to begin soon

Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar's last rites were performed at the Vidya Pratishthan ground on Thursday.

Updated on Jan 30, 2026, 10:19 AM IST

Dy CM or state minister? NCP mulls bigger role for Sunetra after Ajit's death

Sunetra Pawar, left, pays last respects to the mortal remains of his husband and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar during his funeral, at the Vidya Pratishthan ground, in Baramati, Pune district. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)

Updated on Jan 30, 2026, 5:42 AM IST

Uncertainty looms over Mahayuti after Ajit Pawar's sudden death in Baramati

In the short term, Ajit Pawar’s death is unlikely to affect the stability of Mahayuti, which has 230 lawmakers in the 288-member assembly.

Published on Jan 29, 2026, 9:13 AM IST

Sharad Pawar’s politics without Ajit Pawar

After a brief stint in the Lok Sabha, he shifted to state politics and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a minister in 1991. (HT)

Published on Jan 29, 2026, 5:56 AM IST

Ajit Dada leaves lasting impression on city he helped shape over more than 30 years

For years, Pimpri-Chinchwad’s poor roads, limited water supply, absence of flyovers, insufficient healthcare facilities and fewer educational institutions forced many residents to live in Pune while working or running businesses in the twin city. (HT)

Published on Jan 29, 2026, 5:36 AM IST

Zilla Parishad polls to be held without Ajit Pawar

Zilla Parishad polls to be held without Ajit Pawar

Published on Jan 29, 2026, 5:34 AM IST

NCP faces leadership void; family member expected to step in

Party lead.ers say that, for several years, Sunetra has been actively involved in political and organisational matters in Baramati

Published on Jan 29, 2026, 4:54 AM IST

What Ajit Pawar’s sudden death means for Maharashtra politics

Mumbai, India. Nov 19, 2025 - Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra state, and Ajit Pawar, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra state, inaugurated the exhibition on the New Criminal Laws at Azad Maidan in South Mumbai. Senior government officials and top state police officers attended the event. The exhibition is open to the public for the next three days. Mumbai, India. Nov 19, 2025. (Photo by Raju Shinde/HT Photo) (Raju Shinde)

Published on Jan 29, 2026, 4:34 AM IST

Ajit Pawar: A career of resilience, controversy and power

Ajit Pawar: A career of resilience, controversy and power

Updated on Jan 29, 2026, 7:43 AM IST

Leader with strong grassroots connect

A deputy CM in six governments, Pawar was a politician from the old school, and for close to five decades, bestrode local politics in Maharashtra like a colossus. (ANI Photo)

Updated on Jan 28, 2026, 9:11 PM IST

How Ajit's death hits Pawars politically, what next for NCP family reunion plans

The combined strength of the Ajit Pawar-led NCP and the NCP (Sharadchandra Pawar) had limited sway in recent municipal polls in Maharahstra.

Updated on Jan 28, 2026, 10:14 PM IST

Who is Sunetra Pawar? A look at Ajit Pawar’s wife, sons and family tree

Ajit Pawar is survived by his wife, Sunetra Pawar, and their two sons.

Updated on Jan 29, 2026, 8:51 AM IST

Pawar legacy at political crossroads

Ajit Pawar and Sharad Pawar in October 2018. The NCP, founded by Sharad Pawar in 1999, split into two factions in 2023. (HT file photo.)

Updated on Jan 24, 2026, 7:02 AM IST

HC orders Thane collector to decide on alliance in Ambernath

HC orders Thane collector to decide on alliance in Ambernath

Published on Jan 20, 2026, 4:36 AM IST

Samarjeetsinh Ghatge set to return to BJP

Ghatge later joined the Sharad Pawar-led NCP faction on September 4, 2024, and contested the Kagal assembly seat, but lost to sitting MLA Hasan Mushrif. (HT)

Published on Jan 19, 2026, 5:26 AM IST

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