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Elon Musk criticised French authorities after raids on X offices and summons over political interference and Grok AI sexual deepfakes. The probe also involves former CEO Yaccarino and draws EU, UK scrutiny.
French prosecutors raided X’s Paris offices and summoned Elon Musk over alleged political interference and Grok AI deepfakes. X condemned the action as “politicized,” while EU and UK regulators investigate similar concerns.
Melinda French Gates says new Epstein file allegations revive painful memories, urges accountability for those involved, including Bill Gates, while emphasizing she has moved on and focuses on victims globally.
The US House narrowly passed a $1.2 trillion spending package to end a partial government shutdown, sending the bill to President Donald Trump while lawmakers continue to dispute Homeland Security funding.
Pakistan’s defence minister has admitted the army cannot fully control Balochistan, citing vast terrain and better-armed rebels, raising questions over Islamabad’s grip as Baloch insurgent attacks intensify.
Gaza’s technocratic committee replaced its logo with one resembling the Palestinian Authority’s emblem, prompting Israel to reject the move and restate opposition to any PA role in post-war Gaza.
US forces shot down an Iranian drone nearing USS Abraham Lincoln in Arabian Sea amid incident in Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump’s idea of going after Putin’s oil customers who prop up his war machine should be pursued with vigour by the US and Europe, said US Senator Lindsey Graham
Iranian media said the country’s naval forces warned a vessel to leave Iranian territorial waters after failing to produce the necessary legal documents.
The DOJ removed Epstein-related files after victims’ identities were exposed through poor redactions, triggering legal action, outrage from survivors, and admissions of technical or human error by the department.
NATO chief Mark Rutte said President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is open to peace talks, but Russia’s large-scale missile and drone attacks cast doubt on Moscow’s sincerity ahead of negotiations.
The India–US trade agreement will see New Delhi reduce tariffs on American products while safeguarding sensitive sectors like agriculture and dairy, US and Indian officials said.
Pakistan’s JF-17 fighter jets see rising global demand, challenging production capacity and signaling a major step in its defense exports.
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Indian Railways is planning underground tracks along the strategic Siliguri corridor to strengthen security and improve rail links between the Northeast and the rest of India.
The Small Business Administration’s revised rules, effective March 1, 2026, restrict SBA-backed loan ownership to US citizens, excluding legal permanent residents and tightening eligibility under the “America First” agenda.
The Kremlin said it has received no official word from New Delhi on halting Russian oil imports, rejecting US President Donald Trump’s claim that India agreed to stop purchases as part of a trade deal.
The 29-year-old son of Norway’s crown princess has gone on trial on 38 charges including rape and domestic violence, in a case seen as the most serious scandal to hit the country’s monarchy in modern times.
Canadian police have arrested and charged three Indian nationals, including a teenager, after shots were fired at an occupied residence in Surrey, British Columbia, in an incident linked to extortion.
Bangaldesh Elections 2026: The political field looks very different from past elections. The Awami League remains suspended from the electoral process, dramatically reshaping competition.
According to the report, Komatsumoto had dated Ouchi for less than a year before ending the relationship in 2024. After the breakup, Ouchi allegedly continued to pursue her and harassed her with repeated phone calls and messages, following which she blocked him.
A sudden proposal to close the arts complex for two years has left musicians, staff and ticket holders asking what happens next.
Newly released emails shed fresh light on past ties between Jeffrey Epstein and members of Europe’s royal families.
India-US trade deal: With US tariffs now lower than those applied to China, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Vietnam, India enjoys a rare alignment of cost competitiveness, market access and strategic trust.
A silent red carpet protest over immigration enforcement became one of the most talked-about moments of music’s biggest night.
Newly released documents show a 2012 email exchange with Jeffrey Epstein that has sparked renewed scrutiny and an apology from the Norwegian royal.
Scientists say methane bursts from the ocean floor could explain long-standing disappearances once blamed on mystery and myth.
A resurfaced email linked to the Epstein files has reignited scrutiny of the veteran Norwegian diplomat and sparked anger over a deeply offensive remark.
A resurfaced image from the latest Epstein document release shows the Hollywood director alongside the convicted financier, reviving old controversies.
US President urges Republicans to 'take over' elections despite the Constitution granting states primary control
Colombia’s president has a history of blunt remarks about Trump, and their first face to face meeting carries risks for both sides
A judge ordered their release from immigration detention, but their asylum case and legal uncertainty are far from over
India-US trade deal: With the punitive component now withdrawn and the base tariff lowered, India has emerged far better placed than many competing economies exporting to the US market.
The agreement, revealed by US President Donald Trump after a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was presented worldwide as both a diplomatic breakthrough and an economic opportunity for Indian exporters.
The latest tranche of Epstein files appear to include nearly 1,000 mentions of the Crown Princess.
Throughout the negotiations with the United States, Piyush Goyal’s messaging remained consistent. India was open to deeper trade integration but would not accept terms that harmed farmers, MSMEs, or domestic manufacturing.
The rollback comes after months of pressure from steep tariff hikes, some as high as 50%, imposed from August 27, 2025, which had raised landed costs, hurt competitiveness, and dampened demand for Indian goods in the US, India’s largest export market.
Sergio Gor's proximity to the Trump family earned him the nickname “Mayor of Mar a Lago,” reflecting his constant presence at Trump’s Florida resort.
The sudden diplomatic turn has raised a key question across the region. Trump appeared ready to attack Iran. Why is he now seeking a deal?
Epstein was found dead in his New York prison cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges, more than a decade after he was convicted of soliciting prostitution from a minor.
The India-US trade deal has ignited a 2.87% jump in Gift Nifty, setting the stage for a potential short squeeze as foreign investors scramble to cover near-record short positions amid renewed market optimism
Bill Clinton flew on Epstein's plane several times in the early 2000s after leaving office. He has expressed regret about the relationship and said he knew nothing about Epstein's criminal activity.
World Liberty Financial is run by members of the Trump family and the family of Steve Witkoff, who is listed as a co-founder of the company along with Trump.
Over the past year, Pakistan aggressively pushed its rare earths and critical minerals as a potential alternative supply source for the US and its allies seeking to reduce dependence on China.
New Delhi has made it clear that it will not allow international forums to be weaponised by Islamabad to undermine India’s sovereignty or whitewash Pakistan’s record on cross-border terrorism.
Pakistan opposition leader Mehmood Achakzai criticised the government for failing to prevent coordinated attacks in Balochistan, calling it “a pure failure of Pakistan intelligence agencies” and urging accountability for detainees’ safety.
The US Labor Department announced a delay in key jobs data due to a partial government shutdown. President Trump urged the House to quickly pass a spending bill to end it.
Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, alleged Bangladesh’s upcoming election would be rigged, accused extremist influence, and urged citizens to boycott the February 12 polls.
Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s admission that terrorism is fuelled by corruption and smuggling has been cited by Indian intelligence sources as confirming India’s long-standing claims about Pakistan’s terror ecosystem.
Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces scrutiny over her past ties to Jeffrey Epstein while managing her rare lung disease and her son’s criminal trial, raising questions about her public role and reputation.
