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EEST TV e-Paper, Friday, 9 October 2026, page 6: Editorial

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Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash

Praveen Kumar

In a tragic aviation disaster early Wednesday, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Anantrao Pawar has been confirmed dead after the chartered aircraft he was traveling in crashed while attempting to land at Baramati airport this morning. The mid-size Learjet 45 aircraft, operated by a charter company, was en route from Mumbai to Baramati ahead of election campaigning when it crash-landed and burst into flames. All on board, including Pawar, two pilots, his personal security officer and an attendant, were killed in the accident. Emergency responders rushed to the scene but were unable to save any of the passengers due to the severity of the crash and the resulting fire.

What Happened

The charter jet crashed during its approach to Baramati airport, approximately 8:45 AM local time, according to officials. No survivors were found at the scene. Preliminary reports suggest technical difficulties during landing, but the exact cause remains under investigation…

Ayodhya Residents Celebrate Ram Mandir Inauguration with Diwali-like Festivities

Ayush

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Ayodhya, January 22, 2024 — The sacred city of Ayodhya came alive with jubilation today as its residents celebrated the grand inauguration of the Ram Mandir, likening the joyous occasion to the festive atmosphere of Diwali.

The much-anticipated event took place on January 22, 2024, marking a historic moment for millions of devotees who had long awaited the construction and consecration of the revered Ram Mandir. The temple, dedicated to Lord Ram, has been a symbol of cultural and spiritual significance for generations.

As the inaugural ceremony unfolded, the entire city was bathed in lights and adorned with colorful decorations reminiscent of the Diwali festival. Streets were illuminated with vibrant…

GST Collections Rise 14.7% to ₹2.04 Lakh Crore in September; Council Meets on October 7

EEST TV News Desk

A shopkeeper at work in a small grocery store with jars, packets and tomatoes in front

NEW DELHI: India's gross Goods and Services Tax collections rose 14.7 per cent in September from a year earlier to ₹2,03,521 crore, official data released on October 1 showed. It was the third month in a row that collections stayed above ₹2 lakh crore.

Central GST accounted for ₹37,762 crore, state GST for ₹45,363 crore and integrated GST for ₹1,20,396 crore, IANS reported. Net GST revenue, after refunds, rose 18.1 per cent to ₹1,76,520 crore.

As in August, taxes collected on imports grew much faster than domestic collections. Gross revenue from imports rose 25.9 per cent to ₹65,525 crore, while gross domestic revenue rose 10.1 per cent to ₹1,37,996 crore,…

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  1. PoliticianMaharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash
  2. Actor/ActressAyodhya Residents Celebrate Ram Mandir Inauguration with Diwali-like Festivities
  3. BusinessGST Collections Rise 14.7% to ₹2.04 Lakh Crore in September; Council Meets on October 7
  4. IndiaVB-G RAM G: 375 Kinds of Rural Work Now Allowed Under the New Jobs Scheme, 41% More Than Before
  5. IndiaHow India Travels: Two-Wheelers Carry 42.6% of Commuters, Pilgrimage Leads Overnight Trips

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