Maharashtra stood still as the state bid a final, emotional farewell to Deputy Chief Minister and NCP leader Ajit Pawar, fondly known as “Dada,” following the tragic plane crash in Pune, Baramati. Baramati, his political stronghold and emotional home ground, witnessed one of the most significant state funerals in recent history, marked by full state honours and national-level presence. WATCH 

In a dramatic reunion after nearly two decades, Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and MNS chief Raj Thackeray shared the stage in Mumbai at Worli Dome. At a rally against the Hindi push in schools, the brothers hinted at future collaboration and political unity in Maharashtra.