Times of India

Rahul Gandhi criticized the 'Make in India' initiative, contending its failure has let China gain a foothold in Indian territory. He asserted the nation's reliance on Chinese products affects national security and emphasised that India's production capabilities must be strengthened, in collaboration with the United States.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar refuted Rahul Gandhi's claims that he traveled to the US to secure an invitation for PM Modi to attend Trump's inauguration. Jaishankar emphasized that his visit involved meeting US officials and chairing a gathering of Consuls General, with no discussion about an invitation.

The Pakistan Cricket Board is rushing to complete renovations of venues in Lahore and Karachi for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. The tri-series involving South Africa and New Zealand, starting February 8, will test these facilities. The ICC has granted an exception for this period, with the tournament set to commence on February 19.

KP Chowdary, a prominent South Indian film producer and distributor, was found dead in Goa, reportedly by suicide. Known for his work on films like Rajinikanth's Kabali, Chowdary faced personal and financial difficulties after a drug-related arrest in 2023. His death has shocked his family and the film community, highlighting mental health issues in the industry.

Surat police intervened in a troubled wedding when the groom's family walked out over a food shortage at the event, prompting distress for the bride. The police mediated, facilitated the completion of the wedding rituals at the station, and acted as 'Baratis' to ensure the ceremony's conclusion.

Former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan reflects on India’s 2013 Champions Trophy win and shared fond memories of the journey. He believes the current squad, with its blend of experience and young talent, has the potential to win the 2025 edition under Rohit Sharma's captaincy. Dhawan is confident in the form and abilities of Rohit and Virat Kohli.

Rahul Gandhi criticized the Central government for not releasing a photo of the Halwa ceremony ahead of the Union Budget, pointing out the lack of representation of OBC, tribal, and Dalit officers. He emphasized the importance of participation and highlighted findings from a caste census in Telangana, revealing significant underrepresentation of these communities.

The Lok Sabha witnessed chaos after Rahul Gandhi criticized the government over economic policies and China's lead in production. He claimed that ineffective policies led to India lagging behind China in technology and manufacturing, and unable to generate sufficient employment.

Despite India's 1-3 loss in the Border Gavaskar Trophy series on the tour of Australia, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance earned him the 'Player of the Series' award for his 32 wickets. Mitchell Marsh humorously shared how even his four-year-old nephew mimics Bumrah's unique bowling action, continuing his 'nightmare' of facing Bumrah.

Amazon's AWS division has introduced new guidelines, requiring sales managers to oversee at least eight direct reports, up from six previously. This move, part of CEO Andy Jassy's effort to boost the ratio of individual contributors, aims to streamline decision-making and reduce costs following a pandemic-era hiring surge.

Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan criticised the BJP-led Uttar Pradesh government over the Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj, alleging contamination of water due to bodies thrown in the river. She accused the state government of neglecting common visitors while giving special treatment to VIPs, and questioned the purported mass gathering numbers. Noisy protests erupted in Lok Sabha with opposition demanding discussion and list of deceased.

BJP MP Sambit Patra cited a JNU research report claiming illegal migration from Bangladesh and Myanmar has increased Delhi's Muslim population. He accused AAP of facilitating this influx and helping migrants obtain fake voter registrations, posing a threat to democracy. This statement was made ahead of Delhi's voting on February 5.

An explosion in an upscale residential block in Moscow killed one person and injured four others, including a Ukrainian separatist. The injured are in serious condition, and authorities have launched a criminal investigation. The building suffered significant damage. This incident adds to the increasing attacks on Moscow amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

Latest income tax slabs 2025-26 after Budget 2025: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced nil income tax for individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh in Budget 2025. However for salaried individuals, this limit extends to Rs 13.7 lakh due to standard deductions and NPS investments.

Dr Suvrankar Datta, a radiologist at AIIMS, has criticised IndiGo Airlines for neglect and unprofessionalism after they failed to deliver his pre-booked meal on time despite multiple reminders. He expressed concerns for passenger safety and announced plans to escalate the issue to the national consumer forum.

England captain Jos Buttler praised Abhishek Sharma for his magnificent 135 off 54 balls in India's 150-run win over England in the fifth T20I. Buttler acknowledged Sharma's clean ball striking and credited the Indian team for their remarkable performance. He mentioned the difficulty of stopping an on-fire player and appreciated England's effort despite the loss.

On Sunday night, the Sri Lankan navy apprehended ten Indian fishermen along with their trawler for allegedly poaching in their territorial waters. The fishermen were among over 500 who had set sail from Mandapam harbour. They were taken to the Talaimannar naval base and later handed over to fisheries officials, with court proceedings expected soon.

Kanye West and Bianca Censori caused controversy at the 2025 Grammy Awards due to Censori's sheer outfit, which led to public outcry, especially after a child's stunned reaction went viral. Social media users demanded their arrest for indecent exposure, questioning the event's security measures. Neither West nor Censori has addressed the issue.