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Jasprit Bumrah is set to undergo scans and assessment at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru under the BCCI medical team's supervision. His participation in the Champions Trophy depends on the outcome. Selectors await his fitness update before finalizing the 15-member squad. Bumrah's absence may see Harshit Rana replacing him for the England ODIs.

The petition alleged the appointment was a result of the “deadly nexus of bureaucracy and the politicians in the State of Bihar”.

Viswanathan Anand has pulled out from the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour. His new role as FIDE Vice President and tensions with Magnus Carlsen influenced his decision. The tour starts in Germany on February 7, with top players like Carlsen and Nakamura participating. Discussions are ongoing about the New Delhi leg and the use of the term 'World Championship'.

Rahul Gandhi, attacking Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal, accused him of not fulfilling his promises, including providing clean drinking water. He also alleged corruption related to an alcohol distribution scam and highlighted a lack of representation from Dalit and minority communities in Kejriwal's team.

The Delhi High Court has granted temporary bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar, a convicted rapist, for an eye surgery scheduled at AIIMS on February 4. Sengar is ordered to surrender back to custody on February 5. His appeal against his conviction is still pending.

Salim Jarda stepped out of a prison in Gujarat on a seven-day parole on September 17, 2024 and later absconded

The son of Congress leader Dr. Shakeel Ahmad Khan, allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Gardanibagh, Patna on Monday. Congress leader Kaukab Quadri expressed deep sorrow, mentioning Ayaan had shown no visible signs of distress and appeared to be enjoying himself at a party earlier.

The rupee hit a record low of 87.29 against the US dollar due to global trade war tensions after President Trump imposed tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. The US dollar index surged, and the Reserve Bank of India might intervene. The Indian stock market also saw significant declines, reflecting investor concerns.

"The Citizenship Amendment Act, Uniform Civil Code and National Register of Citizens should be completely rejected in Jharkhand," the party resolution said

Pinarayi Vijayan says P.P. Divya ‘failed to exercise necessary caution while holding a responsible position’

A passenger traveling with IndiGo from Chandigarh to Delhi noticed an inconsistency in luggage weights at the airport check-in counter. His bag showed different weights on two separate scales, raising concerns over the accuracy of the weighing machines. He documented the incident on Instagram, sparking discussions among travelers about similar experiences. IndiGo responded, assuring regular calibration of scales.

Elon Musk thanks Michael Dell for supporting the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), aiming to tackle bureaucratic inefficiencies. DOGE's recent access to sensitive Treasury data has sparked concerns about potential misuse. This development led to the resignation of acting Deputy Secretary David Lebryk. Musk claims DOGE uncovered unexamined payments to fraudulent and terrorist groups by Treasury officials.

The arrested fishermen have been taken to the Thaazvupaadu port in Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu officials said

Government-run liquor stores in British Columbia are removing US-made alcohol brands from Republican-led states following American tariffs on Canadian goods. Canadian provinces are following suit, promoting domestic products and urging citizens to buy Canadian-made items. The move responds to tariffs imposed by Donald Trump targeting Canadian imports.

During the visit, the Minister engaged in discussions with Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy and senior officials

A Chinese company, Lixun Diansheng, faced backlash for photographing employees in the restroom and displaying the images publicly as a warning against long breaks. This act, intended to deter misuse of bathroom time, was widely condemned online for violating privacy and human dignity. The company later removed the images, acknowledging they 'did not look good,' but criticism about the ethical and legal violations persisted.

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, hosted by Trevor Noah, celebrated excellence in music and raised funds for wildfire relief in Southern California. Kendrick Lamar dominated the night with multiple wins, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for 'Not Like Us'. Beyoncé set a new record for the most nominations, winning Best Country Album for 'Cowboy Carter'. Notable winners included Charli XCX, Post Malone, and Billie Eilish, with several categories recognizing diverse genres and performances.

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised PM Narendra Modi for his remarks on Sonia Gandhi, calling it a distraction from real issues like inflation and unemployment. At a Delhi rally, she accused Modi and AAP's Arvind Kejriwal of being controlled by industrialists and being cowardly leaders. She urged voters to demand accountability for governance failures.

US President Donald Trump announces new tariffs on imports from Mexico and China, aiming to protect American workers. Global stock markets tumble, business leaders warn of higher consumer costs, and affected countries retaliate with counter-measures. Trump defends the action as necessary for long-term economic benefits.