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Kyiv Plunged Into Darkness After Sudden Power Failure

A technical disruption on key cross-border power lines connecting Ukraine, Moldova, and Romania triggered emergency power cuts across Ukraine on Saturday, including in the capital Kyiv. Energy officials said the failure caused widespread strain on the national grid, forcing temporary outages in multiple regions as authorities moved to stabilize electricity supply, which they expect to restore in the coming hours.

Sunetra Pawar allocated excise, minorities and sports portfolios; Fadnavis keeps finance

Sunetra Pawar, leader of the Nationalist Congress Party and widow of Ajit Pawar, on Saturday took oath as the state's Deputy CM at Lok Bhavan in Mumbai.

84 Pakistani security personnel killed in Operation Herof 2.0, BLA claims

Pakistani authorities claimed they had killed 108 militants across Balochistan over the past 48 hours, including 47 on Saturday.

IND vs NZ: Ishan Kishan scores statement ton ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup

Ishan Kishan’s ton in 42-balls has set the pace for the Indian team, which will start its T20 World Cup campaign against the USA on Feb 7.

Two explosions rock southern Iran; Tehran denies IRGC navy commander assassination reports

Several Telegram channels circulated claims that Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, was targeted in the assassination. The Tasnim news agency said social media reports alleging an IRGC navy commander was targeted were false.

‘Trashy ruminations by a convicted criminal’: MEA rejects Epstein files claims

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has issued a sharp rebuttal to the claims. In a post on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared a statement, labelling the claims as “trashy ruminations by a convicted criminal” and saying that they “deserve to be dismissed with the utmost contempt”.

Valentine's Day special: Cult classics Devdas, Tere Naam to re-release in cinemas

Bollywood's cult classics Devas and Tere Naam, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, are all set to be re-released in theaters. Read more to know details.

Russia's MBIR nuclear research reactor to be ready by 2028; India invited to cooperate

MBIR is a research facility with a multipurpose fast neutron reactor and metal coolant (sodium). It will provide the nuclear industry with a modern and technologically advanced research infrastructure for the next 50 years.

ISI espionage operation foiled in Rajasthan; intelligence arrests youth for passing sensitive information to Pakistan

The investigation revealed that the individual was in constant touch with the Pakistani intelligence agency through social media.

Epstein Files: Sheikh offered his 'virgin daughter' to Trump

An FBI crisis intake report from 2019 documents an anonymous tip alleging that the caller overheard a private conversation involving Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump after 9/11. The claims remain unverified and based solely on the caller’s recollection.

BREAKING: Iran Warns of Military Response to US & Israel in Case of Any Attack

Iranian army chief Amir Hatami on Saturday warned the United States and Israel against an attack, saying his country's forces were on high alert following Washington's heavy military deployments in the Gulf.

Menopause isn’t just hot flushes: Doctors break down what women should know

Menopause is a crucial phase in every woman's life, but remains an under-researched and under-addressed topic in many health systems. Here are some common questions answered by experts to help you through the biological transition.

BREAKING: Wife of Late Maha Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Sworn in as Maharastra Deputy Chief Minister

Sunetra Pawar takes oath as Maharashtra’s new Deputy Chief Minister today, marking a key political development in the state. The swearing-in ceremony will be held in Mumbai amid heightened security, with senior leaders from across parties expected to attend.

Wild parties, drugs and STD claims: What newly released Epstein files reveal about Elon Musk & Bill Gates
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Mandated under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the disclosure includes around three million pages of documents, more than 2,000 videos and 1,80,000 images.

Epstein Files: Survivors allege key abusers still shielded after latest release

A statement from survivors of Epstein's alleged abuses claimed that the US government withheld the identifying information about the perpetrators to protect them: "the men abused us remain hidden and protected."

Israel to Reopen Rafah Crossing on Sunday Under Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Plan

Israel said Friday that it will reopen the pedestrian border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt over the weekend, marking an important step forward for U.S. President Donald Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan.

Sunetra Pawar Set To Take Oath as Maharashtra Dy CM

Sunetra Pawar is set to take oath as Maharashtra’s new Deputy Chief Minister today, marking a key political development in the state. The swearing-in ceremony will be held in Mumbai amid heightened security, with senior leaders from across parties expected to attend.

Former Disney star Hilary Duff teases world tour at Los Angeles concert

Hilary Duff, the former Disney star, is all set to embark on a world tour. The actress and singer announced it during her concert in Los Angeles. Read to know more details.

Union Budget 2026: NSE and BSE to hold rare trading session on Sunday, February 1

The National Stock Exchange and the Bombay Stock Exchange will conduct a full trading session, making this only the second instance since Independence that equity markets will operate on a Sunday. Generally, the stock and commodity markets are closed on weekends.