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Representatives from Russia and the United States have initiated discussions on reviving economic cooperation. The talks are led by Kirill Dmitriev, CEO of the Russian direct investment fund.

India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, reaffirmed on Tuesday that Jammu and Kashmir is and will always remain an integral part of India and strongly condemned Pakistan's misinformation campaigns. Watch this report for more details!

Entertainment | Hollywood - During the weeks-long trial, prosecutors said Rocky had shot a nine-millimetre semi-automatic weapon during a confrontation with Terell Ephron on November 6, 2021, in the heart of Hollywood, grazing Ephron's hand.

China has signed a wide-ranging deal with the Cook Islands, sparking concerns over Beijing’s growing influence in the Pacific. The Cook Islands Prime Minister defended the agreement amid global scrutiny.

Reports suggest that Trump is considering pulling US troops from the Baltics, sparking fears of heightened vulnerability in Europe. NATO faces a potential crisis as European leaders scramble to address security concerns.

Sports, Cricket: USA defended a mere 122 to rewrite the record books. Previously, the record was held by India, which beat Pakistan while defending a total of 125 in Sharjah.

Pope Francis has been diagnosed with double pneumonia after further tests showed a continuing “complex” medical situation. Watch this report for more details!

World news: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday (Feb 18) held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other officials, focused on a broad range of issues including the situation in Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump questioned the allocation of $21 million by USAID to India to boost voter turnout, highlighting India's high tariffs and taxation. Watch this report for more details!

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Thousands of protesters gathered at the Capitol and across the US on Presidents Day to demonstrate against Donald Trump's controversial policies. Watch this report for more details!

India News | Maharashtra Cyber Police issue notice to Wikipedia, warning of potential legal action if the content is not removed, highlighting the seriousness of the matter.

Bollywood | Entertainment - During a Q&A session, WION asked Johar if Dharma Productions plans to create its own universe. Johar revealed that he has been creating a universe all along – the universe of love.

Israel has withdrawn from southern Lebanese villages but maintains troops in five strategic positions under a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah. Watch this report for more details!

Entertainment Shakira was rushed to the emergency on Saturday after the singer complained of abdominal pain. Her concert in Peru had to be cancelled due to her ill health.

South Asia | Bangladesh interim chief Yunus prioritises the extradition of Sheikh Hasina from India for her trial, emphasising justice for alleged crimes against humanity.

India News | During a UNSC debate, Harish criticises Pakistan's misinformation campaigns, emphasising they do not alter the reality of Kashmir being a part of India.

Hamas plans to release six hostages on Saturday, while discussions continue on freeing all living Israeli hostages. The group also announced it will hand over the bodies of four other deceased captives on Thursday.

Sports: Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou were arrested two days after winning their first international caps for France against Argentina in the western city of Mendoza in July.