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Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan hinted that Babar Azam will open in the tri-series against New Zealand as a replacement for the injured Saim Ayub. Ayub, an emerging talent, is sidelined with an ankle fracture, necessitating an extended rehabilitation. Pakistan remains confident in Babar Azam’s abilities to lead the batting lineup despite the setback.

Karawal Nagar in North East Delhi is preparing for a competitive 2025 Assembly election with BJP's Kapil Mishra, INC's Dr. PK Mishra, and AAP's Manoj Tyagi as major contenders. In the 2020 elections, BJP narrowly defeated AAP, showcasing the close political battle in the region.

A Bering Air commuter plane, en route to Nome, crashed on sea ice off Alaska's western coast, killing all ten onboard. Radar data showed a sudden loss of altitude and speed, but the cause remains unclear. No distress signals were received before the crash.

The 2025 Freestyle Chess Grand Slam began at Weissenhaus, Germany, featuring a rapid event to decide eight knockout contenders. Indian GM D Gukesh faced tough matches, while Javokhir Sindarov shined, defeating Magnus Carlsen and securing 4.5/5 points. Fabiano Caruana also advanced, and Carlsen's qualification hangs in the balance after three losses.

Propose Day Wishes & Quotes: Propose Day, celebrated on February 8th, is a significant part of Valentine’s Week devoted to expressing love and proposing to your special one. It symbolizes commitment and trust, creating moments that could lead to a lifelong journey together. The day encourages sharing heartfelt feelings amidst various settings, from intimate dinners to grand gestures.

The NBA revamps its All-Star Weekend with a tournament-style format featuring legends like Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley drafting the teams. The focus is on faster-paced games to 40 points. Rising Stars winners will join the All-Star roster, and increased prize money adds to the excitement, aiming to address concerns over competitive balance.

Jessica Alba has officially filed for divorce from her husband, Cash Warren, after 16 years of marriage. According to court documents filed in Los Angeles County on Friday, February 7, Alba cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their separation and listed their official date of separation as December 27, 2024, as reported by PEOPLE.