Times of India

Virat Kohli's return to domestic cricket drew over 15,000 fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium for Delhi's Ranji Trophy match against Railways. An eager fan breached security to touch Kohli's feet, reflecting his immense popularity. Despite the excitement, Delhi's bowlers reduced Railways to 66/5, with Siddhant Sharma, Money Grewal, and Navdeep Saini taking key wickets.

Hundreds of fans gathered at the Arjun Jaitley Stadium to witness Virat Kohli's first domestic red-ball match in 13 years. Although the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association anticipated a 10,000-strong crowd, the unexpected magnetic pull of Kohli led to the opening of additional seating stands, pushing attendance over 12,000 before the game even began.

Tahir Hussain, on custody parole for his alleged role in the 2020 Delhi riots, campaigns in Mustafabad for the assembly elections as an AIMIM candidate. He criticizes AAP's governance and vows to address local issues despite his incarceration, with family members actively supporting his campaign.

The Election Commission has asked Arvind Kejriwal to provide evidence for his claims that Yamuna water was poisoned, including specifics on the type, quantity, and method of poisoning. The Commission aims to separate ammonia contamination from poisoning allegations and cautioned against making statements that could incite public unrest or promote discord.

A plane carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided with a military helicopter a few miles away from the White House, resulting in a search-and-rescue operation in the Potomac River. Emergency personnel halted all takeoffs and landings at Reagan National Airport. President Trump expressed condolences, calling it a terrible accident.

A 30-year-old woman was brutally raped and had acid thrown on her in front of her two children in Cachar district, Assam. The accused, a 28-year-old neighbor, committed the heinous crime and fled the scene. The victim is currently in critical condition at Silchar Medical College and Hospital.

India's Shardul Thakur achieved a hat-trick for Mumbai in a crucial Ranji Trophy match against Meghalaya. He became the second bowler in the 2024-25 season to do so and the fifth Mumbai bowler in Ranji history. Mumbai needs a decisive win to progress in the tournament.

US President Donald Trump offered condolences and praised first responders after a mid-air collision between a passenger jet and an army helicopter near Washington DC. The crash resulted in multiple fatalities, and no survivors have been found. The accident involved American Airlines Flight 5342 and a Black Hawk helicopter on a training mission. Investigations are ongoing.

A pride of Asiatic lions was recently spotted strolling along the pristine shoreline of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. A viral video captured these majestic lions traversing their natural habitat, highlighting the coastal region's rich wildlife.

China’s AI chatbot DeepSeek has sparked controversy for its refusal to discuss sensitive topics like the Tiananmen Square massacre and territorial disputes. Its advanced capabilities, attributed to possible reverse-engineering of US AI models, have raised concerns over potential censorship and Beijing's influence in AI technology.

Its eerie red colour, ability to flow in freezing temperatures, and the resilient life forms within it make it one of Antarctica’s most unusual natural wonders. Scientists keep studying it, finding new hints about how it formed and why it keeps going in such harsh conditions. With every discovery, we get closer to fully understanding this strange phenomenon.

A regional passenger jet carrying around 60 people collided mid-air with a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport, leading to a crash over the Potomac River. Emergency crews responded quickly, but the status of survivors remains uncertain. Authorities have suspended all flights and are investigating the cause of the accident.

In response to a deadly stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela claiming 30 lives, Uttar Pradesh has enforced measures to ensure safety. These include banning vehicles in the fair area, revoking VVIP passes, implementing one-way traffic, stopping vehicles from nearby districts, and prohibiting four-wheelers in the city until February 4.

An Ajmer man accidentally shot his 5-year-old grandson with an air gun while trying to drive away street dogs. The pellet pierced the boy’s lungs and traveled to his stomach, causing severe internal damage. Doctors at JLN Hospital successfully performed a 4-hour surgery to repair the boy's damaged organs and save his life.

Steve Smith reached 10,000 Test runs, becoming the 15th player and fourth Australian to achieve this milestone. This achievement reignites debates on the best Test batter of this generation, with Ricky Ponting highlighting Smith, Joe Root, and Kane Williamson as top contenders. Smith’s remarkable consistency across various conditions emphasizes his standing in the cricketing world.

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, resumed their downtrend on Thursday. While BSE Sensex was below 76,500, Nifty50 was near 23,150.

A Bengal govt-funded university professor, Payal Banerjee, is under investigation after a video of her staging a mock wedding with a first-year student in a classroom went viral. She claims it was part of a cultural event and is considering legal action against a colleague she accuses of defaming her. An inquiry panel has been established.

Virat Kohli returns to Ranji Trophy after 12 years, with Mohammad Kaif noting that Kohli's weakness against outside-off-stump deliveries still persists. As Kohli prepares for the ICC Champions Trophy, Kaif hopes he can overcome this flaw and regain form, benefiting Team India significantly.

DeepSeek, the Chinese AI app, has overtaken OpenAI’s ChatGPT on the app store, drawing the US Navy's attention due to security concerns. The Navy has warned its members not to use DeepSeek for any tasks. Additionally, DeepSeek faces a GDPR compliance complaint from Euroconsumers and the Italian Data Protection Authority.

A small aircraft crashed into the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, leading to a prompt emergency response from multiple agencies including DC Fire and EMS. Fireboats were deployed, and flights at Reagan National were temporarily halted as emergency personnel responded.