Indian government is reportedly set to approve a massive ₹3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. This comes as French President Macron is visiting India. After the precision strikes of Operation Sindoor, the IAF is also fast-tracking a major order for SCALP cruise missiles and Meteor air-to-air missiles. We break down the technical details of the deal, the 'Make in India' deal, and how this gives India total air dominance over its rivals.


Rafale Revolution: SCALP & Meteor Redefine IAF Power

Just three days ahead of the high-stakes poll in Bangladesh, women have taken to the streets. In Dhaka and across the country, women's and human rights groups have rallied against what they call misogynistic politics and hate speech, directly targeting the Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami and its leadership.


Bangladesh Polls: Women Rally Against Jamaat to Benefit BNP?

Russia says it has arrested and extradited a suspect from Dubai in connection with the shooting of senior military intelligence official Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev in Moscow. Authorities have accused Ukraine of orchestrating the attack, calling it an attempt to sabotage ongoing peace negotiations. The arrest comes amid a growing pattern of targeted killings and covert operations linked to the Russia-Ukraine war. Similar incidents have been reported in Israel and Iran, highlighting the expanding scope of global intelligence warfare. Meanwhile, Iranian authorities say they have neutralized a Mossad-linked terror cell in Tehran, underlining rising tensions between Tehran and Tel Aviv. From Moscow to the Middle East, this report examines how shadow conflicts and targeted strikes are reshaping modern warfare.


Inside the New Spy Battlefield: Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Iran

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a growing crisis with multiple resignations linked to the Epstein-Mandelson scandal, where files revealed Peter Mandelson's post-conviction Epstein contacts.



Epstein Files Fallout: Starmer's Two Aides Resign Within 24 Hours

The Indian Air Force has integrated SCALP (Storm Shadow) cruise missiles and Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles into its Rafale fleet, significantly enhancing long-range precision strike and air superiority capabilities.



Scalp Missiles Brings Long-range Precision to IAF, Meteor Missiles Turns Rafales Into Hunters

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized India's strategic diversification of crude oil imports, balancing supplies from Russia, Middle East majors (Iraq, Saudi Arabia, UAE), and the US to ensure energy security amid global volatility.



Foreign Sec. Misri: India Has Always Had a Strategic Mix of Crude Oil Sources

 Italy made their ICC T20 World Cup debut on Monday as they faced Scotland at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. However, the result of the match wasn't what they had hoped for. George Munsey's half-century and Michael Leask's four-wicket haul saw the Scots thrash Italy by 73 runs.


T20 World Cup 2026: Scotland Spoil Italy's Debut With 73-Run Win

 Delhi is all set to host its first match of the T20 World Cup. The national capital will host a total of six games, with India playing their only group-stage fixture here on February 12 against Namibia.


World Cup: Delhi Gears Up as Netherlands Face Namibia

Within the first few days of the ICC T20 World Cup, it has become evident that the gap between the Full ICC Members and the Associate Nations has narrowed. While there haven't been any upsets so far, teams like the USA, the Netherlands, and Nepal have shown that they mean business on the grandest stage of the shortest format of the game.


Minnows No More, Associate Nations Thriving at T20 World Cup 2026

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure from multiple resignations tied to the Epstein-Mandelson scandal, where newly released files revealed Peter Mandelson's post-conviction ties to Jeffrey Epstein, including alleged sharing of confidential documents.



UK PM Keir Starmer Facing Series of Resignations After Epstein-Mandelson Scandal

Sanae Takaichi serves as Japan's Prime Minister, having led the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) to a historic supermajority victory in the February 8, 2026, snap election with 316 lower house seats.


Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi Returns to Power  With a Massive Mandate

The ICC has rejected Pakistan Cricket Board's demands related to the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match, stating PCB lacks grounds to impose conditions amid boycott threats.



ICC Slams Door on PCB Demands Over IND-PAK Clash

PM Modi announced a $175 million special economic package for Seychelles during a February 9, 2026, joint press meet with President Patrick Herminie in New Delhi, marking 50 years of diplomatic ties.


PM Modi Unveils $175M Aid for Seychelles Development 

Ghislaine Maxwell did not revoke her Fifth Amendment rights during today's House Oversight Committee deposition on Epstein and Trump connections; her legal team confirmed she invoked them repeatedly to avoid self-incrimination.



 Maxwell Revokes Fifth Amendment to Dodge Questions on Epstein & Trump

President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, demanding a nuclear deal or facing severe military consequences, amid stalled indirect talks and US naval buildup in the Gulf.



 Trump Warns Iran: Do a Deal or Face Consequences

A suicide bombing claimed by ISIS at a Shiite mosque in Islamabad's Tarlai Kalan suburb killed 31 worshippers and injured 169 during Friday prayers on February 6, 2026, sparking outrage and protests including from Kashmir's Shia community chanting against Pakistan's administration.


Islamabad: Blast Triggers Protest, Kashmir's Shia Community Chant Slogans Against Pak 

Women activists in Dhaka held torch-lit midnight protests on February 9, 2026, demanding greater political representation ahead of the February 12 elections, amid concerns over gender exclusion in candidate lists.


Women Stage Protests in Dhaka, Demand Role in Politics

PM Modi met Seychelles President Patrick Herminie in New Delhi on February 9, 2026, focusing discussions on maritime security while announcing measures to strengthen their Indian Ocean partnership during the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties.



PM Modi Meets Seychelles President, Talks Focus on Maritime Security

Bangladesh is set to sign a reciprocal tariff trade deal with the US today in a hybrid ceremony, aiming to lower the current 20% tariff on its exports while committing to buy 25 Boeing aircraft under a prior NDA.



Bangladesh-US Trade Deal Signed Tonight: Tariffs to Drop

The World Bank reaffirmed its $20 billion, 10-year development commitment to Pakistan at the ALULA Conference in Saudi Arabia, focusing on the Country Partnership Framework for reforms in energy, education, health, and climate resilience.



World Bank Locks $20B for Pakistan at ALULA Summit

Iran-US nuclear diplomacy hangs in the balance after recent Oman talks, with Trump warning of severe consequences absent a deal while Tehran insists on uranium enrichment rights.


Diplomacy on Knife-Edge: Iran Defies U.S. Ultimatum

Japan's real wages declined for the fourth consecutive year in 2025, falling 1.3% overall as persistent inflation outpaced modest nominal pay gains, eroding household purchasing power.



Japan Real Wages Tumble 4th Year Amid Inflation Surge

Forrester's report challenges claims that AI drives most layoffs, arguing firms often cite it as cover for cost-cutting and restructuring while engaging in "AI-washing."



AI Layoffs Exposed as Cost-Cutting Sham: Forrester

Lindsey Vonn's Olympic gold hopes ended abruptly after crashing just 13 seconds into the women's downhill race at Milano Cortina 2026, suffering a fractured left leg that required airlift to hospital and surgery.


Lindsey Vonn Airlifted After Brutal Olympic Downhill Fall

Israel's security cabinet has approved measures to expand control over the West Bank, easing land purchases for Jewish settlers and strengthening Israeli authority, prompting Hamas to call for escalation and urge Muslim states to cut ties with Israel.


Israel Bolsters West Bank Control; Hamas Pushes Escalation 

Ghislaine Maxwell is scheduled for deposition by the US House Oversight Committee today, February 9, 2026, probing Epstein case handling, though she plans to invoke her Fifth Amendment rights against self-incrimination.


Epstein: Maxwell to Plead the Fifth in Congress Epstein Probe

António José Seguro of the Socialist Party won 66.7% in the February 8, 2026, presidential runoff, defeating far-right Chega leader André Ventura's 33.3% and becoming Portugal's first leftist president since 2006.

Socialist Seguro Sweeps Portugal Presidency in Far-Right Rout

In Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, a Lamborghini Revuelto driven by Shivam Mishra, son of tobacco trader KK Mishra, allegedly crashed at high speed into pedestrians, an auto-rickshaw, and vehicles near Rev-3 Mall on VIP Road, injuring six people.



Kanpur Lamborghini Horror: Tycoon's Son Injures Six in Rampage

Iran-US nuclear talks remain stalled despite recent indirect sessions in Oman, with Iran insisting on its right to uranium enrichment and Trump warning of severe consequences absent a deal, heightening war risks.



Nuclear Diplomacy in Limbo: Iran Rejects US Demands Amid Escalation Fears

Israel Tightens West Bank Grip as Hamas Urges Escalation, Tie Cuts

Mike Tyson recently praised President Donald Trump as a "genuine, real person" on Fox News, citing their long history and Trump's loyalty.


Mike Tyson Calls President Trump a "Genuine, Real Person"

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