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Kishan, Bumrah-led bowlers give thumping 61-run win over Pakistan, India inches closer to Super Eight berth

At least 11 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza on Sunday, according to the Civil Defence agency, which revised its earlier toll of nine. Hamas accused Israel of "massacres" and violating the ceasefire, as Gaza health authorities said over 72,000 people have died since October 2023.

Iran’s crisis is a stress test for global restraint—and for India’s ability to navigate a fractured world order

Immediate challenges before the new administration are the restoration of the rule of law, economic recovery and resetting the strained ties with India

At the Munich Security Conference, Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir was briefly stopped by a security officer over the positioning of his ID card. The incident drew social media attention and criticism from Sindhi leaders

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated at the Munich Security Conference that US President Donald Trump’s interest in Greenland remains unchanged. She emphasized protecting sovereignty and self-determination, noting that Greenlandic people oppose US acquisition and a working group addresses Arctic security concerns

At the Munich Security Conference, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s commitment to strategic autonomy, emphasizing that energy decisions—including Russian oil imports—will be based on availability, cost, and risk, rejecting US claims of any commitment to halt purchases

Following the BNP’s sweeping electoral victory, adviser Humayun Kabir said Bangladesh seeks to reset ties with India after Sheikh Hasina’s exit. He urged New Delhi to recognise the new mandate, ensure non-interference, and pursue balanced, mutually beneficial regional cooperation

Newly elected members of Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliamentary Election will take oath on February 17 at Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. The BNP secured a majority, positioning Tarique Rahman to lead the government amid concerns over political unrest and rising extremism

A SpaceX capsule delivered four astronauts to the International Space Station, restoring full crew strength after a medical evacuation prompted an early return. NASA had paused spacewalks and reduced research during the short-staffed period

Cuba has postponed its annual Habanos cigar fair indefinitely due to severe fuel shortages and nationwide blackouts linked to a US oil embargo, affecting cultural events and daily life. No new date for the famed festival has been announced

Bangladesh is preparing to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other regional leaders to the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the country’s next prime minister on February 17. While Dhaka has reportedly communicated its plans to New Delhi, there is no official confirmation yet.

Aiden Markram’s explosive 86 guided South Africa to a seven-wicket win over New Zealand in Ahmedabad, virtually sealing their Super 8s spot in the T20 World Cup. The Proteas chased 176 in 17.1 overs, topping Group D with six points

Adil Rashid’s three wickets and Tom Banton’s unbeaten 63 helped England beat Scotland by five wickets in Kolkata, keeping their Super Eights hopes alive in the T20 World Cup. Scotland collapsed from 113/3 to 152, undone by England’s spinners

India face Pakistan in the T20 World Cup’s marquee clash at Colombo’s Premadasa Stadium. With Abhishek Sharma’s fitness uncertain and Pakistan’s spin attack ready, India’s middle-order stability will be key. Rain could also impact the high-voltage encounter

Lorcan Tucker’s explosive 94 and disciplined bowling helped Ireland thrash Oman by 96 runs in a Group B T20 World Cup clash in Colombo. Ireland posted 235, the highest total of the edition, boosting their Net Run Rate significantly

Pakistan’s Punjab Police arrested 26 terror suspects linked to TTP and Al-Qaeda during intelligence-based operations across the province. Explosives, detonators, and IEDs were recovered. Officials said the suspects had planned attacks on important buildings in different cities.

A Russian drone strike killed one person in Odesa ahead of new US-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva next week. Fighting continues along the front line as both sides face a June deadline to reach an agreement.

Indian national Nikhil Gupta pleaded guilty in a New York federal court to murder-for-hire and money-laundering conspiracy charges linked to a plot targeting a US-based Sikh separatist leader. The case now proceeds to sentencing.

At least three people were killed in a plane crash in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, prompting an FAA and NTSB probe. In a separate incident, seven died after a jet crashed while landing in North Carolina.

Indian national Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty in a US federal court to charges of murder-for-hire, conspiracy, and money laundering in connection with a plot to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader in New York.

Junaid Siddique’s five-wicket haul and Aryansh Sharma’s unbeaten 74 guided UAE to a five-wicket win over Canada in the T20 World Cup. Sohaib Khan added 51 as UAE chased 150 with two balls to spare

Zimbabwe stunned Australia by 23 runs in Colombo for their second-ever T20I win over the former champions. Brian Bennett’s unbeaten 64 and Blessing Muzarabani’s 4/17 powered Zimbabwe to a famous victory in the ongoing T20 World Cup

USA registered their first-ever T20I win over the Netherlands in Chennai, riding on Saiteja Mukkamalla’s 79 and Harmeet Singh’s 4/21. Shubham Ranjane added a quickfire 48 not out as USA posted 196/6 before bowling out Netherlands for 103