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India won the toss and chose to bowl against New Zealand in the first ODI at Kotambi Stadium. Shubman Gill said the decision was aimed at testing combinations in Indian conditions, as the hosts suffered a setback with Rishabh Pant ruled out of the series.

US forces, along with partner troops, carried out large-scale strikes on ISIS targets across Syria under Operation Hawkeye Strike, ordered after a December ambush in Palmyra that killed two American soldiers and a civilian interpreter, according to US Central Command.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao has been invited to speak at the 23rd India Conference at Harvard University, recognising his role in promoting Telangana as a global technology hub. The event will be held on February 14 and 15.

Nikitha Godishala's final rites were held in Hyderabad after her murder in the US. She was found dead on December 31, 2025, with multiple stab wounds. The suspect fled to India

The US capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro has sparked global concern over the erosion of international law. Critics warn it could embolden unilateral military actions, affect Ukraine, Greenland, Taiwan, and the Middle East, and strain alliances with Europe, highlighting the fragility of the post-World War II global order

The US approved a US$686 million sale of advanced technology, support, and upgrades for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets, including Link-16, avionics, training, and refurbishment, aiming to modernize the fleet, enhance interoperability, and support counterterrorism and regional security objectives

The Modi-Putin summit showcased India’s strategic balancing act between Washington and Moscow, focusing on energy security, trade, and diplomacy. US media highlighted India’s efforts to maintain historic ties with Russia while navigating pressure from the United States and Europe

Over 18.82 lakh Indian students are studying across 153 countries, with Canada hosting the highest number. The MEA revealed rising deportations linked to visa violations, incomplete documentation and enrolment issues, while highlighting advisories, support mechanisms and recent evacuation efforts for students abroad

Bitcoin fell 7.18% to $85,966, its lowest since April, as US jobs data and economic uncertainty triggered a crypto selloff. Ether dropped 7.92%, wiping out gains for 2025 amid cautious investor sentiment and falling risk appetite.

Rajyalakshmi Yarlagadda, a 23-year-old Indian student from Andhra Pradesh and recent Texas A&M University graduate, died in the US after suffering from severe cough and chest pain. A GoFundMe campaign seeks $125,000 to repatriate her body and support her grieving family

US President Donald Trump warned India of “massive tariffs” if it continues buying Russian oil, claiming Prime Minister Modi assured him of a halt in purchases. India denies such a commitment, citing energy diversification and market conditions.

With the US, UK and Canada tightening visa rules and costs rising, Indian students, especially from Telugu States, are exploring new study destinations like New Zealand, Germany, and Italy that offer easier visa policies, affordability and better post-study work opportunities

NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam expressed optimism over an early India-US trade agreement. Amid 50 per cent US tariffs on Indian goods, both countries are committed to negotiations, aiming to boost competitiveness and double bilateral trade to USD500 billion by 2030

The rupee rose 6 paise to 88.70 against the US dollar on Friday, supported by a weaker greenback and hopes of an India-US trade deal. FII outflows, rising crude prices, and cautious equity markets limited gains for the local currency.

Nasscom said Indian IT firms are investing over $1 billion in US skilling and hiring, reducing reliance on H-1B visas. New $100,000 fee applies only to fresh petitions from 2026.

Nizamuddin (34), a Mahabubnagar native working in California, was allegedly shot dead by police following a quarrel with roommates. His father has appealed to the Union government to repatriate the body.

US President Donald Trump said his administration is trying to retake Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to China’s nuclear sites, while renewing criticism of Biden’s withdrawal and linking it to Ukraine.

Elon Musk’s Starlink suffered another major outage on Monday, affecting nearly 50,000 users across the US and some in Colombia. The satellite internet provider, which has seen multiple disruptions in recent months, is set to launch services in India by 2025.

The rupee slipped 5 paise to 88.16 against the US dollar on Thursday, tracking cautious sentiment ahead of India-US trade talks. The currency remains range-bound as the RBI intervenes, while equities advanced and global crude prices eased.

SR University, Warangal, hosted the International Higher Education Fair-2025 with participation from over 30 global universities. More than 2,500 students explored admissions, scholarships and career pathways.