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Delhi Capitals stormed into their fourth consecutive Women's Premier League final with a seven-wicket win over Gujarat Giants in the Eliminator at Vadodara. Shafali Verma and Lizelle Lee starred in the chase after Beth Mooney’s unbeaten fifty for Gujarat

Two Airbus A320 aircraft belonging to Air India and IndiGo came into contact at Mumbai airport on Tuesday evening when their wingtips touched while taxiing. The incident delayed flights AI2732 (Mumbai–Coimbatore) and 6E791 (Hyderabad–Mumbai).

India has safeguarded sensitive agriculture and dairy sectors in the US trade deal, while Washington reduces tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%. Labour-intensive sectors like apparel, footwear, and jewellery are set to benefit, with a joint statement to be issued soon

Kerala, Punjab, Services and Railways advanced to the semi-finals of the 79th Santosh Trophy after winning their quarter-final matches in Dhakuakhana and Silapathar. The semi-finals will be played on February 5, with matches streamed live on FIFA+

The BCCI has opened the third phase of ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T-20 World Cup 2026. Following strong response in earlier phases, fans can now book seats for matches across venues as final preparations continue

Ray Noronha won the overall net title at the ninth Biennial Aparna Cancer Crusaders Golf Championship at Boulder Hills. Col Akhil Mishra claimed the Overall Gross title as golfers competed across multiple handicap and special categories in Hyderabad

Gayatri Chowhan has been named captain of the Hyderabad under-23 team for practice matches against Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Andhra and Mumbai. The matches will be held at Nagpur from February 11 to 17

The India-US trade deal is expected to help stabilise the rupee, narrow the current account deficit and boost foreign direct investment, according to a report. Improved market access and tariff certainty could support exports, manufacturing investment and medium-term economic growth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said self-confidence is the key force that makes everything possible and will help realise the dream of Viksit Bharat. His remarks came hours after India and the US announced a trade deal reducing tariffs on Indian goods

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar welcomed the India-US trade deal announced after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, saying it would boost jobs, growth and innovation. Leaders and experts said the agreement strengthens strategic and technology cooperation between the two countries.

The rupee rose sharply by 119 paise to 90.30 against the US dollar in early trade after the US cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent. Forex traders said the move could improve FII interest in Indian markets.

A Maharashtra man aspiring to contest panchayat elections allegedly killed his six-year-old daughter in Telangana to bypass the two-child eligibility norm. Police arrested him and the sitting Sarpanch, charging them with murder, kidnapping and other offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha said players will abide by the government and PCB’s decision to boycott the India clash in the T20 World Cup. Former captains Afridi, Yousuf and Latif also backed the move, citing ICC’s handling of Bangladesh

Pakistan’s boycott of the India clash in the T20 World Cup could cost the ICC and broadcasters up to USD 250 million. The marquee fixture, usually a revenue driver, is absent, raising questions of financial impact and tournament integrity

Former spinner Danish Kaneria criticised Pakistan’s decision to boycott their T20 World Cup clash against India, saying it sends a message of fear and damages their own cricket. He warned the move could complicate Pakistan’s path to the knockouts

India U17 women’s team lost 0-2 to Bangladesh in the SAFF U19 Women’s Championship at Pokhara, Nepal. Goals from Arpita Biswas and Alpi Akter sealed the win. India remain second in the table and next face Bhutan on February 4

Sunil Gavaskar and Harbhajan Singh have urged the ICC to take legal action against Pakistan for boycotting its T20 World Cup match against India. Gavaskar predicted a possible U-turn, while Harbhajan said the decision could impact the entire tournament

England defeated India by five wickets in the third Mixed Disability T20I at Greater Noida, taking a 2–1 lead in the five-match series. Majid’s unbeaten 76 anchored India’s innings, but Angus Brown’s 61 guided England to victory

Teenager Anahat Singh claimed her maiden PSA Bronze-level title at the Squash on Fire Open in Washington, defeating World No 10 Georgina Kennedy in straight games. The 17-year-old Indian star has now won 15 PSA Tour titles, underscoring her rising stature

M Hemanth Reddy (137) and SDNV Prasad (101) struck centuries for Andhra in the Col C K Nayudu Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh at Indore. Andhra fell just eight runs short in their chase of 327, ending in a draw

PV Sindhu has withdrawn from the 2026 Badminton Asia Team Championships citing a minor medical concern. With the deadline for squad changes already over, the Indian team will compete without a replacement, marking a setback ahead of the prestigious tournament

Akash Bhandari smashed 149 off 68 balls to guide Hyderabad to a 64-run victory over Guwahati in the All India SBI inter-circle cricket tournament at Gurugram. Hyderabad posted 222/3 before restricting Guwahati to 158/6 in 20 overs

Mumbai defeated Hyderabad by eight wickets in the Col C K Nayudu Trophy cricket championship at Mumbai. Hyderabad posted 334 and 166, while Mumbai replied with 330 and 173/2, powered by Ayush Jethwa’s unbeaten 73 and Manan Bhatt’s 42 not out

The Supreme Court’s directive for time-bound, out-of-turn trials for acid attack cases is welcome, but implementation remains the real challenge