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India kicked off their T20 World Cup title defense with a commanding 29-run victory over the USA at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

This comes during the Indian leader’s two-day visit to Malaysia. PM Modi also received a ceremonial welcome and Guard of Honour at the Perdana Putra.

Jaideep Ahlawat turned 46 on 8th Feb. The actor has played numerous iconic roles, making a name for himself in Bollywood as one of the most prolific artists. His breakout performances in Paatal Lok and Gangs of Wasseypur helped him become a household name.

Raghav Juyal is a multi-hyphenate personality, who is known for his dance, acting and exceptional comic skills. He ruled the headlines in 2025 with his performance in Aryan Khan's series Ba***ds of Bollywood.

Four Indian medical students were injured, alongside two police officers, in a brutal knife attack by a 15-year-old suspect at Bashkortostan State Medical University's hostel in Ufa, Russia.

Newly released Epstein documents list US Navy Secretary John Phelan on a 2006 flight manifest for Jeffrey Epstein's private jet from London to New York, amid ongoing scrutiny of global elites. Phelan, a Trump appointee and ex-financier, flew once via Bear Stearns CEO Jimmy Cayne's invite, with associates insisting he was unaware of Epstein's crimes and had no further contact

Four Indian medical students were among six injured in a knife attack by a 15-year-old at Bashkortostan State Medical University's hostel sports hall in Ufa, Russia. Two police officers were stabbed while subduing the suspect, who also self-harmed and was hospitalized in serious condition; reports link him to a neo-Nazi group.

Russia unleashed over 400 drones and missiles in a massive overnight assault on Kyiv and Ukraine's power network, described as the war's largest winter attack, causing blackouts and injuries amid freezing temperatures. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted many, but strikes hit thermal plants, high-rises in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Dnipro, leaving tens of thousands without heat.

Syrian authorities dismantled a cell behind recent rocket attacks on Damascus's Mezzeh military airport, seizing Hezbollah-sourced weapons, launchers, and drones during raids in Darayya and Kafr Sousa. The group executed multiple strikes over months with no casualties reported, but arrests followed surveillance of launch sites.

A decade-old social media post by US President Donald Trump has resurfaced online amid widespread criticism over a video he recently shared that depicts former Democratic President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.

President Trump shared a 62-second Truth Social video late Thursday depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as primates in a jungle, part of an election conspiracy clip, sparking bipartisan backlash before deletion. Trump refused to apologize on Air Force One, claiming "I didn’t make a mistake" and blaming a staffer who overlooked the racist frames, while White House called it an "internet meme" error.

French authorities opened a preliminary investigation into former Culture Minister Jack Lang and his daughter Caroline for alleged laundering of aggravated tax fraud proceeds, after Epstein files revealed over 670 mentions of Lang and financial links to the late sex offender. Lang, offered to resign as head of Paris's Arab World Institute (IMA), bowing to pressure from Macron's office and critics, despite denying wrongdoing and claiming Epstein ties via Woody Allen were innocent.

Washington Post publisher and CEO Will Lewis resigned days after the paper laid off nearly one-third of its staff. The cuts, tied to heavy financial losses and newsroom restructuring, sparked union outrage and renewed criticism of owner Jeff Bezos’s role in editorial decisions

Bad Bunny continues to create waves with his songs and music, and on Sunday, he will be taking the stage during the thrilling match between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased police inspector, asserting that concerned authorities have been directed to ensure proper care of the injured.

India started their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign on a high, defeating the USA by 29 runs. The defending champions showcased strong batting and bowling to secure a winning start to their title defence.

Iraq has assumed custody of thousands of ISIS detainees, with officials estimating returns could exceed 7,000 suspected militants. The cross-border transfer marks a new phase in regional security efforts, as Baghdad opens a major security dossier on the issue.

President Donald Trump deleted a video from his Truth Social account that contained racist depictions of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama after widespread backlash from both Republicans and Democrats. The White House initially dismissed criticism as “fake outrage” before reversing course hours later, calling the post a staff error. Trump declined to apologize, saying he made no mistake.

The Minister noted that there are no threats on the table and there is no trade war between the United States and Europe, as leaders across the board agreed that the solution should be worked out in a "normal diplomatic way".