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Devika Sihag won her second consecutive international title by defeating compatriot Navya Kanderi in the Azerbaijan International women’s singles final. Sathwik Reddy K and Radhika Sharma also triumphed, clinching the mixed doubles crown with a hard-fought win over Mihajlo Tomic and Andjela Vitman

Services defeated Kerala 1-0 in the Santosh Trophy 2025-26 final at Dhakuakhana Football Stadium, Assam. Abhishek Pawar scored in the 109th minute to secure Services’ eighth title, repeating their 2012-13 final win over Kerala

Hyderabad defeated Assam by eight wickets in the Col C K Nayudu Trophy under-23 cricket at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Goa beat Hyderabad in the BCCI women’s one-day event, while Chandigarh and OMC also recorded wins in their matches

The Kuki-Zo Council has advised community members working in government and private sectors to avoid travel and postings in Meitei-dominated areas, citing ongoing tensions and lack of a political settlement. Protests have continued in several hill districts since the new government took office

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma alleged that Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, his wife and a Pakistani national had deeper links and violated FCRA norms. Gogoi dismissed the claims as baseless and politically motivated

India is likely to gradually reduce crude oil imports from Russia following an understanding with the United States for lower trade tariffs. While most refiners will cut new purchases, Nayara Energy may continue buying due to limited alternatives

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said security operations, infrastructure development and disruption of Maoist finances have weakened Left-Wing Extremism. After a review meeting in Raipur, he asserted that Naxalism would be completely eradicated before March 31

Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi reviewed counter-terrorism operations and security arrangements during his visit to forward areas in Jammu. He assessed preparedness in Poonch and Rajouri and stressed the need for advanced technologies and inter-agency coordination

Four Indian medical students injured in a stabbing attack at a Russian university in Ufa are stable and recovering well, the Indian mission said. Consular officials visited them as authorities launched an inquiry and tightened security at educational institutions

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said adequate safeguards are in place in the India-US trade agreement to protect farmers and domestic industry. He said the deal is balanced, will boost exports and ensure fair market access for both countries

Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi rejected Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s allegations of Pakistani links, calling them baseless and mindless. He criticised the CM’s press conference and reiterated claims over alleged land holdings of Sarma’s family

Union Civil Aviation Minister K Ram Mohan Naidu said the new terminal at Rajahmundry Airport is nearing completion and will be inaugurated soon. He directed officials to finish works by March 31, saying the upgrade will boost tourism and regional connectivity

Security forces in Manipur arrested five militants linked to insurgent groups and recovered mortars and IEDs near the India-Myanmar border. Authorities also destroyed illegal poppy farms and tightened security to curb insurgency and smuggling activities

Thanks to the officer's promptness and bravery, several lives were saved, showcasing the highest traditions of police service

A Tsunami swing collapsed at the Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad, injuring nearly a dozen people, one seriously. While claims of a fatality surfaced, officials have not confirmed any deaths.

At least four Indian students were injured in an attack in Ufa, Russia, leading to swift intervention by the Indian Embassy in Moscow. Officials confirmed the incident late on Saturday and assured that the injured are receiving medical care.

Tamil Nadu’s M Raja won the men’s 65kg gold at the National Weightlifting Championships with a total lift of 302kg. Bindyarani Devi claimed gold in the women’s 58kg, while Usha set a national snatch record at 93kg

The PCB will consult its government on Sri Lanka Cricket’s request to reconsider boycotting the India match in the T20 World Cup. Sri Lanka warned of financial losses and image damage if the marquee clash on February 15 in Colombo is cancelled

Several farmer organisations, including SKM and AIKS, criticised the India-US trade framework as a threat to Indian agriculture, demanding Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s resignation and announcing nationwide protests and a February 12 general strike to oppose the agreement

India dominated the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship in New Delhi, winning ten gold medals on day four. Elavenil Valarivan clinched gold in 10m Air Rifle, Shambhavi Kshirsagar set a new Asian Junior record, and Ojasvi Thakur won the youth category

India defeated USA by 29 runs in their T20 World Cup opener at Wankhede. Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 84 rescued India after a collapse, while Mohammed Siraj’s 3/29 ensured USA’s chase ended at 132/8

Digital arrest fraud exposes how fear, weak enforcement and regulatory gaps collide, proving that awareness is no substitute for urgent regulatory action

India and the US have reached a framework for an interim trade agreement, slashing tariffs on key goods, easing trade barriers and boosting market access. The pact aims to enhance exports, protect sensitive sectors and pave the way for a bilateral trade agreement

A major fire broke out at the Forensic Science Laboratory in Nampally, Hyderabad, damaging over 40 computers and equipment in the cyber forensic section. The incident has raised concerns about the fate of crucial evidence linked to several high-profile cases.