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On this special broadcast, former Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan reflects on the sudden demise of Ajit Pawar, describing it as a shock to the nation. Chavan recounts their long political journey, noting that both were elected to the Lok Sabha in 1991. He highlights their professional relationship during his tenure as Chief Minister from 2010 to 2014, stating, 'We took many, many momentous decisions and many of them, I confess, I would not have been able to take without his active support.' Chavan addresses past political frictions, including the irrigation and cooperative bank matters, clarifying that his actions were never personal despite Pawar's perceptions at the time. Looking ahead, Chavan speculates on the leadership of the NCP Ajit Pawar faction and the potential merger of the two NCP groups, suggesting such a move is 'inevitable' given the current political landscape. The discussion also touches upon the immediate administrative challenge of presenting the state budget following the Finance Minister's passing.

On this edition of India Today Global, Geeta Mohan examines the shifting global alliances as US President Donald Trump’s 'confrontational trade and foreign policies' push traditional allies toward China. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived in Beijing for a three-day visit to revive economic engagement, marking the first such trip by a UK leader since 2018. The programme also highlights India’s growing diplomatic footprint as New Delhi prepares to host over 10 Arab foreign ministers for the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers Meeting on January 30-31. Discussions are expected to cover regional stability, the Palestinian issue, and the launch of the India and Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, the report covers the strengthening of India-Canada energy ties during India Energy Week in Goa and the escalating tensions between the Trump administration and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney over tariff threats and economic sovereignty following the US capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

On this edition of India Today Global, Geeta Mohan examines the shifting global alliances as US President Donald Trump’s 'confrontational trade and foreign policies' push traditional allies toward China. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived in Beijing for a three-day visit to revive economic engagement, marking the first such trip by a UK leader since 2018. The programme also highlights India’s growing diplomatic footprint as New Delhi prepares to host over 10 Arab foreign ministers for the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers Meeting on January 30-31. Discussions are expected to cover regional stability, the Palestinian issue, and the launch of the India and Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, the report covers the strengthening of India-Canada energy ties during India Energy Week in Goa and the escalating tensions between the Trump administration and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney over tariff threats and economic sovereignty following the US capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

On this India Today special report, host Rajdeep Sardesai leads a discussion on the sudden and untimely demise of NCP leader Ajit Pawar. Sardesai reflects on the leader's work ethic, stating, 'I remember doing an interview with him in Baramati... at 6:30 in the morning; I was blurry-eyed but he was fresh.' The panel, featuring Clyde Crasto, Sudhir Suryavanshi, and Daniel Francis, explores Pawar's reputation as a 'people's man' and a 'permanent Deputy Chief Minister' who served under various ideologies. A significant revelation is made regarding an imminent merger between the two NCP factions that was reportedly on the cards before his passing. The discussion highlights his unique ability to maintain a secular identity while being part of the NDA, and the massive political vacuum his death leaves in Maharashtra's administrative and grassroots landscape.