Midday’s archives present 16 rare photographs capturing Ajit Pawar’s political journey, leadership moments and mass connect, highlighting why he earned the enduring title of Maharashtra’s ‘Dada’. (PICS/ Mid-Day photographers)

The year 2025 witnessed intense conflicts and flashpoints that shook the world. From the India-Pakistan conflict to escalating crises in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Africa, here are some shots capturing frontline battles, humanitarian struggles, and pivotal military moments that defined global affairs in 2025