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India and the US have struck an interim trade pact where New Delhi halts Russian oil imports in exchange for Washington slashing punitive tariffs from 50% to 18% overall, with the extra 25% levy lifted immediately via executive order.

President Trump's claim that immigrants must not be a financial burden overlooks data showing their net positive fiscal impact over time, particularly through labor force growth and tax contributions that exceed initial costs.

Spain and Portugal are bracing for more heavy rain from incoming Storm Marta after Storm Leonardo caused one death, one missing, and thousands evacuated due to floods and landslides.

France and Canada opened consulates in Greenland's capital Nuuk on February 6, 2026, signaling Arctic cooperation and support for Denmark amid US pressure under President Trump to acquire the territory.

India and the US have unveiled an interim trade framework centered on Russian oil curbs, slashing punitive tariffs, with a full bilateral deal eyed by March 2026.

On February 6, an FIR was registered at Hazratganj Police Station in Lucknow against Pandey and his team, citing concerns over hurt religious sentiments and public harmony.

Ukraine is poised to receive Meteor air-to-air missiles as part of Sweden's major upcoming aid package, following high-level talks that could significantly enhance Kyiv's air defenses against Russian glide-bomb carriers.

The US has accused China of conducting secret nuclear tests, including one on June 22, 2020, using evasion techniques like decoupling to hide seismic signals.

PM Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Kuala Lumpur today, February 7, 2026, for a two-day official visit to Malaysia, boosting ASEAN ties upgraded to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year.

Thailand gears up for its high-stakes general election on Sunday, February 8, 2026, following the House dissolution on December 12, 2025, with former PM Abhisit Vejjajiva returning via the Democrat Party.

The Netherlands has officially returned a 3,500-year-old looted stone sculpture depicting a high-ranking official from Pharaoh Thutmose III's reign (1479–1425 BC) to Egypt.

US President Donald Trump has given his first comments on the racist video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys. He claims that he did not watch the full video before it was posted on his Truth Social account, blaming the upload on staff who also “didn’t see the whole thing.”

The United States has lifted the additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods after President Donald Trump signed an executive order implementing a new trade understanding with India.

Timothy Busfield, best known for his role in the renowned show Thirtysomething, has reportedly been indicted on charges of child sex abuse. Read to know more details.

Donald Trump offered to unfreeze $18 billion New York infrastructure funding if Chuck Schumer supports renaming major landmarks after him, sparking controversy over legality, power misuse and presidential self-branding.

The European Commission proposed new sanctions on Russia, expanding curbs on energy, banks, shipping, metals and cryptocurrency, saying pressure is essential to force Moscow into serious Ukraine peace talks.

Amid the title row, FWICE has urged all the associations to refrain from allowing titles such as Ghooskhor Pandat that would disrupt the social harmony. Read to know more.

The USS Abraham Lincoln carries advanced electronic warfare aircraft like the EA-18G Growler. These jets use jamming and deception to blind Iranian radars and sever communication links.

The White House said a staffer mistakenly posted a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys on Trump’s account, calling outrage “fake” while Democrats condemned the clip as racist.