Hello readers! Through this news wrap, we bring you the top developments of the day.
Today's rundown includes updates of Prime Minister Modi's US visit, Ex- Congress MP Sajjan Kumar's conviction, Musk-Trump's DOGE meeting, and more.
Bilateral Meeting With President Trump Today; Visit Likely To Strengthen India-US Ties
A range of bilateral issues are expected to be on the table besides discussions on regional and international situations. Besides, Modi is also expected to interact with business leaders and members of the Indian community in the US. With this visit, PM Modi would be among the first few world leaders to visit the United States following the January 20 inauguration after Trump's victory in the US elections last November. CHECK LIVE UPDATES
Ex-Congress MP Sajjan Kumar Convicted In Murder Case Of 2 Sikhs During 1984 Riots
Congress MP Sajjan Kumar was convicted by a Delhi court on Wednesday in a case related to the murders of two persons in Saraswati Vihar area during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
With a Delhi Court finding former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar guilty, it is his second conviction with respect to 1984 anti-Sikh riots and he faces two more cases.
The conviction order was passed by Special judge Kaveri Baweja and the arguments on sentence will be heard on Feburary 18. READ FULL STORY
Sheikh Hasina Govt Behind Possible 'Crimes Against Humanity' In Bangladesh, Says UN
Months after the ouster of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the United Nations has stated that the former Awami League government's crackdown in the country may have been possible "crimes against humanity."
In a report published by the UN Rights Office, the agency believes it has "reasonable grounds to believe that the crimes against humanity of murder, torture, imprisonment and infliction of other inhumane acts have taken place." READ FULL STORY
In Meeting For DOGE, Musk-Trump Discuss 'Large-Scale' Staff Cuts | Details
US President Donald Trump met with tech mogul and his chief of the Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk on Tuesday. During this meeting, Trump ordered US agencies to work with Musk to reduce the number of federal employees.
Standing next to the Resolute Desk with his four-year-old, Musk made a rare appearance at the White House to defend the swift and extensive cuts he is pushing across the federal government. Trump praised the Tesla CEO's work with DOGE as he signed an executive order to downsize the federal workforce. READ FULL STORY
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: From Bumrah To Cummins - These Players Will Miss CT Action From Feb 19
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick-start from February 19 and will conclude on March 9 across three venues in Pakistan (Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi) and in Dubai. However, the start of the tournament has been plagued by list of injuries to key players especially the likes of Jasprit Bumrah.
However, Bumrah is not the only key absentee from the marquee tournament. READ FULL STORY
