In the latest,&nbsp;India's groundbreaking Unified Payments Interface (UPI) made its global debut with&nbsp;a formal launch at the renowned Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. In other news, tensions persist in West Asia as the conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates across the region. Following the alleged killing of three US troops at an American base in Jordan by a group associated with Iran, the situation remains volatile. Additionally,&nbsp;Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is undertaking its most extensive recall in the United States, involving nearly all electric vehicles sold in the country.

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West Asia continues to be on edge as the war between Israel and Hamas continues to expand in the region. After three US troops were killed at an American base in Jordan allegedly by a group linked to Iran, President Joe Biden has vowed to retaliate but his administration has fallen short of declaring a full-fledged war.

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India's revolutionary Unified Payments Interface (UPI) marked its global debut as it was formally launched at the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. The momentous occasion, organised by the Indian Embassy in France, aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of taking UPI to the global stage.

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Indian Navy foiled another piracy attempt along the eastern coast of Somalia. This time, New Delhi's naval forces ensured the safe release of 11 Iranian and 8 Pakistani crew aboard the Iranian-flagged vessel FV Omari that had been boarded by seven pirates who took the crew hostage, Indian Navy said in a statement on social media.&nbsp;

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Mark Zuckerberg, the Chief Executive Officer of Meta Platforms Inc, the parent company overseeing social media giants Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is poised to receive an annual dividend of $700 million. The announcement follows Meta's disclosure on Thursday that it would issue its first-ever quarterly dividend to investors, in a significant development since Facebook's Initial Public Offering in 2012.

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Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is undertaking its most extensive recall in the United States, involving nearly all electric vehicles sold in the country.

The recall is prompted by concerns related to warning lights, posing potential safety risks due to difficulties in reading critical information on the instrument panel, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.

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At least three&nbsp;people were killed and more than 270&nbsp;were&nbsp;injured in a massive fire started by a gas explosion&nbsp;in Kenya's capital Nairobi.

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Chinese billionaire banker Bao Fan, who had been missing for nearly a year, has officially resigned from all positions at China Renaissance Holdings, a financial advisory firm he founded in 2005. Health reasons and a desire to focus on family matters were cited as&nbsp;reasons by the bank for Bao Fan's resignation in its statement,&nbsp;reported BBC.

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Two British teenagers, Scarlett Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe, received life sentences on Friday (Feb 2)&nbsp;for the shocking knife murder of a 16-year-old transgender girl, Brianna Ghey, in Warrington, northwest England, in 2023. Judge Amanda Yip mandated a minimum of 22 years for Jenkinson and 20 years for Ratcliffe in their respective sentences.

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In a shocking development, three teenage girls lost their lives whilst they were undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM) in Sierra Leone.

According to the reports, police have launched an inquiry into the incident.

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Multiple gunshots were fired at pro-Khalistan Simranjeet Singh's residence in Surrey, Canada. He is an associate of now-dead pro-Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Updates in Canadian media say that the firing took place in the early hours of Thursday (February 1) and that the house indeed belongs to Simranjeet Singh.

In the latest, India's groundbreaking Unified Payments Interface (UPI) made its global debut with a formal launch at the renowned Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. In other news, tensions persist in West Asia as the conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates across the region.

In the latest, India's groundbreaking Unified Payments Interface (UPI) made its global debut with a formal launch at the renowned Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. In other news, tensions persist in West Asia as the conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates across the region. Following the alleged killing of three US troops at an American base in Jordan by a group associated with Iran, the situation remains volatile. Additionally, Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is undertaking its most extensive recall in the United States, involving nearly all electric vehicles sold in the country. Click on the headlines to read more. Middle East crisis: Iran vows 'strong response to bullies' as Gaza war keeps region on edge West Asia continues to be on edge as the war between Israel and Hamas continues to expand in the region. After three US troops were killed at an American base in Jordan allegedly by a group linked to Iran, President Joe Biden has vowed to retaliate but his administration has fallen short of declaring a full-fledged war. India's UPI makes global debut, officially launched at iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris India's revolutionary Unified Payments Interface (UPI) marked its global debut as it was formally launched at the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. The momentous occasion, organised by the Indian Embassy in France, aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of taking UPI to the global stage. Indian Navy rescues Pakistani, Iranian crew members along east coast of Somalia Indian Navy foiled another piracy attempt along the eastern coast of Somalia. This time, New Delhi's naval forces ensured the safe release of 11 Iranian and 8 Pakistani crew aboard the Iranian-flagged vessel FV Omari that had been boarded by seven pirates who took the crew hostage, Indian Navy said in a statement on social media. Zuckerberg to get $700mn in Meta dividends day after apologising to parents over children safety Mark Zuckerberg, the Chief Executive Officer of Meta Platforms Inc, the parent company overseeing social media giants Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is poised to receive an annual dividend of $700 million. The announcement follows Meta's disclosure on Thursday that it would issue its first-ever quarterly dividend to investors, in a significant development since Facebook's Initial Public Offering in 2012. Tesla's largest recall yet: Millions of vehicles called back due to safety concerns Tesla, the electric vehicle giant, is undertaking its most extensive recall in the United States, involving nearly all electric vehicles sold in the country. The recall is prompted by concerns related to warning lights, posing potential safety risks due to difficulties in reading critical information on the instrument panel, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. People flee as gas explosion fire in Kenya kills two, injures over 200 At least three people were killed and more than 270 were injured in a massive fire started by a gas explosion in Kenya's capital Nairobi. China: Banker Bao Fan, missing for a year, officially resigns from all roles at China Renaissance Holdings Chinese billionaire banker Bao Fan, who had been missing for nearly a year, has officially resigned from all positions at China Renaissance Holdings, a financial advisory firm he founded in 2005. Health reasons and a desire to focus on family matters were cited as reasons by the bank for Bao Fan's resignation in its statement, reported BBC. UK teens sentenced to life in 'frenzied, ferocious' knife killing of transgender girl Two British teenagers, Scarlett Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe, received life sentences on Friday (Feb 2) for the shocking knife murder of a 16-year-old transgender girl, Brianna Ghey, in Warrington, northwest England, in 2023. Judge Amanda Yip mandated a minimum of 22 years for Jenkinson and 20 years for Ratcliffe in their respective sentences. What is Female Genital Mutilation, regressive practice that killed young girls in Sierra Leone? In a shocking development, three teenage girls lost their lives whilst they were undergoing female genital mutilation (FGM) in Sierra Leone. According to the reports, police have launched an inquiry into the incident. Canada: Gunshots fired at pro-Khalistan Nijjar associate Simranjeet Singh's house Multiple gunshots were fired at pro-Khalistan Simranjeet Singh's residence in Surrey, Canada. He is an associate of now-dead pro-Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Updates in Canadian media say that the firing took place in the early hours of Thursday (February 1) and that the house indeed belongs to Simranjeet Singh.

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What are the political ramifications of the ongoing troubles within the India alliance? Vikram Chandra speaks with senior political analysts, Neerja Chowdhury and Yashwant Deshmukh, founder and director, CVoter.

Election Countdown: Neerja Chowdhury & Yashwant Deshmukh on NDA vs Oppn bloc

Renowned Indian actor Vijay officially launched his political party in Tamil Nadu. It's called Tamilaga Vetri Kazhgam or TVK. Vijay, a Tamil superstar, shared that his long-term intention was to help the people of Tamil Nadu who gave him fame.

India: Vijay announces new party 'Tamilaga Vetri Kazhgam'

Another Indian student in the United States named Shreyas Reddy has been found dead in Cincinnati, Ohio, making it the third such case within a week. The cause of death, however, remains unknown as of now. According to reports, Reddy was a student at the Linder School of Business. The Indian Consulate in New York has expressed regret about the incident and said that it is in touch with his family and is extending all possible assistance to them.

Another Indian student found dead in US, third case within a week

The United States has given the green light for the sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India. The deal, valued at an estimated $4 billion, marks a milestone in defence cooperation between the two nations.

US DSCA approves sale of 31 MQ-9B drones to India

US Congress green signals Predator drone sale to India

US approves $4 billion sale of MQ-9B drones to India

US-India relations are getting stronger. The U.S. approved the sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India. The sale is valued at an estimated $3.99 billion.

US approves sale of armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion

India and Maldives will hold the second core group meeting in the national capital over the presence of Indian military personnel in the island nation, sources said. The first meeting of the High-Level Core Group between the Maldives and India was held in Male on January 14.

Maldives delegation in India for second core group meeting

January 28: A massive ruckus erupts in Maldivian Parliament when the members of #MDP AND #PNC engaged in a scuffle Jan 31: Maldives Prosecutor General Hussain Shaheem gets attacked by unknown assailants Earlier a diplomatic row with India and then close ties between #Beijing and #Male Controversy after controversy, what is happening in the Maldives? Will President #Muizzu get impeached? As #Maldives dives in big mess, is Muizzu falling in #China trap ? Watch #WIONwideangle

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US DSCA clears sale of 31 MQ-9B drones for India

Himachal Pradesh' capital turned into winter wonderland as Shimla received seasons first snowfall. Dense fog gripped Capital Delhi. Fog condition and wet spells continue in parts of country & various northern states. IMD has predicted rainfall in Northern States. Chilly weather, thick blanket of fog envelops capital Delhi. Watch to know more!

India: Fog conditions & wet spells continue in North India | Shimla receives season's first snowfall

All eyes are on the upcoming Interim Budget for 2024-2025, a crucial temporary financial plan designed to sustain essential government services until the new administration takes charge post-elections. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is poised to present the Interim Budget 2024 during the Parliament's Budget session.

Budget 2024: Will India's budget hike standard deduction under the new tax regime?

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Interim Budget 2024 today against the backdrop of impending Lok Sabha elections. The Budget is anticipated to emphasize a prudent fiscal approach, prioritizing infrastructure investments over populist measures.

Budget 2024: Expectations from FM Nirmala Sitharaman's sixth budget

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman claimed the government has helped 25 crore people get out of poverty in the last ten years.

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This January was Delhi's coldest in 21 years. The city recorded five cold days and five cold wave days. The worst is not over. As Kashmir receives fresh snowfall, Delhi is bracing for an extended winter.

Gravitas | Prepare for an extended winter in Delhi

Indian President Droupadi Murmu kicked off the budget session of the parliament with a joint address to both houses. India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the last budget of the Modi government on the 1st of February.

Budget 2024: Indian parliament's budget session begin

All eyes have turned to Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman who will present the Interim Budget 2024-25 at Parliament today. The interim budget will provide estimates of the government's expenditure, revenue, fiscal deficit, financial performance, and projections for the upcoming months.

India Budget 2024: India's aim to bring down fiscal deficit on track

India Budget 2024: India's April-December deficit at 55% of annual target

India Budget 2024: Full budget will be presented after new govt is formed

India Budget 2024: Indian markets marginally up ahead of interim budget

India budget 2024: Indian stocks defy global markets slump ahead of budget

A positive build-up was reflected in Indian markets prior to the Interim Budget. Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Interim Budget 2024 today against the backdrop of impending Lok Sabha elections.

Budget 2024: Indian markets marginally up ahead of interim budget

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