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The US military says it killed two suspected drug traffickers in a boat strike in the eastern Pacific, bringing the death toll from Washington’s anti-smuggling campaign to at least 128.

US Navy F-35C jet shoots down Iranian Shahed-139 drone near USS Abraham Lincoln. The 200 km/h UAV posed a direct threat.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir to review the security situation and evaluate Centre-led development initiatives. He is also scheduled to visit BSF posts, meet families of martyred soldiers, and hand over appointment letters to eligible kin.

A passenger bus plunged 200 meters off a mountain road in western Nepal's Baitadi district, killing 13 wedding guests.

The Income Tax Department has issued a notice to Jayalalithaa’s legal heirs, demanding payment of outstanding tax arrears. Authorities have warned that her assets, including her home, will be auctioned if the dues are not cleared.

Amazon Web Services posted its fastest growth in over three years, with Q4 2025 revenue up 24 per cent to $35.6 billion. Strong enterprise cloud deals and rising AI workloads pushed AWS to a $142 billion annual run rate, reinforcing its lead in AI-driven cloud demand.

Criticising previous administrations and presidents on the issue of promoting religion Trump said he had done more for Christianity than any other president.

Renowned musician Zico will reportedly be making his return to Tokyo after eight years for a solo concert. Read to know more details about the upcoming event.

The Reserve Bank of India has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent in its February policy review, pausing its rate cutting cycle after cumulative cuts of 1.25 per cent in 2025.

Italy’s winter Olympics host town, Cortina d’Ampezzo, has been transformed into a winter postcard as fresh snowfall blankets the famous alpine resort just days before the games begin. But as the countdown to the opening ceremony continues, climate concerns are casting a shadow over the celebrations.

Peru Mudslides: Severe flooding and deadly mudslides triggered by heavy rainfall have left communities across Peru reeling, with residents describing scenes of devastation and loss.

The Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion is the US military's largest and most expensive helicopter. This heavy-lift aircraft costs roughly $138 million and can lift 16,300 kilogrammes, redefining modern aerial logistics.

From Hayley Matthews to Amelia Kerr, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets in Women's Premier League. This list also includes Sophie Ecclestone, Marizanne Kapp and Nat Sciver-Brunt

The Civil Aviation Ministry said 754 aircraft operated by six scheduled airlines were found to have repetitive technical snags. Meanwhile, the Minister of State for Civil Aviation said that as of February 3, 2026, IndiGo had 405 aircraft assessed, of which 148 showed recurring defects.

OpenAI and Anthropic escalated their AI rivalry by launching new models on the same day. Anthropic unveiled Claude Opus 4.6, focused on long, complex tasks, while OpenAI released GPT-5.3-Codex for faster, efficient AI-powered coding and productivity.

A colossal phantom jellyfish, stretching as long as a school bus, has been captured on video lurking 250 meters deep off Argentina's coast.

A powerful storm system battering southern Europe has triggered deadly floods, mass evacuations, and political controversy in Portugal, just days before a crucial presidential run-off election. Election officials insist voting will go ahead as scheduled despite calls for a postponement.

Here’s a climate story with an unexpected twist. Scientists say cleaner air during COVID lockdowns may have actually helped one of the most dangerous greenhouse gases build up faster in the atmosphere.

Morocco is facing a severe flood emergency, with over 143,000 people evacuated as rivers breach danger levels. Larache province and Ksar El-Kebir are among the worst-hit areas, as authorities rush to manage rising waters and protect residents.