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The first day of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi was described as productive, with military and political issues discussed. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington’s commitment, while President Zelensky said the dialogue must lead to peace.

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Asif said the country’s security forces are “physically handicapped” by the sheer size of Balochistan as they battle a fresh surge in militant violence, after authorities reported killing 177 insurgents in sweeping counter-terror operations across the province.

Reflecting on the circumstances surrounding Malti's birth, Nick Jonas shared the intense experience they went through due to her premature arrival. Although they were expecting her in April, she was born on 20 Jan.

Organisers of the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics have cancelled a women’s downhill training session due to adverse weather and safety concerns, raising questions over scheduling adjustments ahead of the competition. Officials say athlete safety remains the top priority as preparations continue.

Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has added another first to his long list of creative milestones, stepping into the world of immersive cinema with a dome presentation of his film Le Musk in Vancouver. The showcase marked Rahman as the first Indian artist to present an immersive film in the Dome format, underlining his growing interest in storytelling that moves beyond conventional screens and soundtracks.

Kishan made a sensational comeback to the Indian team just before the T20 World Cup 2026 on the back of a strong SMAT and has put Samson, India's designated opener since T20 WC 2024, in spot. The only thing which can go against him is that India preferring left-right combination at the top.

Ryan Routh, 59, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at his Florida golf course in 2024. Convicted on five federal counts after representing himself, he plans to appeal the verdict

This is the first time a Pakistan official, the PM nonetheless, has publicly shared the reason behind not playing India on Feb 15 in Colombo in the upcoming ICC tournament. The decision was announced on Sunday (Feb 1) with Sharif noting that 'politics should not mix with sports.'

The Washington Post laid off nearly one-third of its workforce in a major restructuring, scaling back international coverage and suspending its flagship podcast as part of a “strategic reset.”

On Wednesday, shortly after the talks began in Abu Dhabi, Russian forces shelled a market in Druzhkivka, a city still under Ukrainian control in Donetsk that faces daily bombing attacks by Russia. At least six people were killed, officials said.

At least 20 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes and shelling as fighting continues in the Gaza Strip, according to local health officials.

Kishan slammed seven maximums during his brief stay out in the middle against South Africa in India's lone warm-up fixture.

A group of Buddhist monks has passed the halfway mark on a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace, as they seek to raise awareness of “peace, loving kindness and compassion” in the US and the world.

Iran-US nuclear talks on the verge of collapsing? Here's what we know

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio doubled down on Washington’s demand that any talks with Iran extend well beyond its nuclear program, while expressing doubt that negotiations would ultimately succeed.

International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry has called on the IOC to continue to develop like athletes competing at the Games: “To grow and to excel, [athletes] persistently push their limits. They step out of their comfort zone. They fail, they adapt, they get back up, and they try again — always driven by the belief that they can be better. That’s what progress looks like,” Coventry, a double Olympic Champion in swimming, said in her speech to the 145th IOC Session in Milan ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

Director Jeethu Joseph had recently revealed the status of the Drishyam franchise in the future. The release date of the Mohanlal starrer was announced last month.

Epstein files: DOJ releases unseen post-mortem images of Jeffrey Epstein

Bill Gates denied Epstein Files claims of contracting an STD or having sex with Russian women, saying the emails were false, unsent fabrications, and reaffirming he never visited Epstein’s island.