Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is developing its own large language model under a public-private partnership (PPP) to support startups and researchers. Speaking at the AI Action Summit in Paris, co-chaired with French President Emmanuel Macron, Modi emphasized India's commitment to AI for public good. "Machines can never overpower humans," he said, stressing responsible AI development. He highlighted India’s digital public infrastructure, including UPI, and its role in AI adoption. Modi will also visit the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project and honor Indian soldiers at Mazargues War Cemetery before heading to the U.S. on a two-day visit.

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to respond within 15 days to a plea seeking verification of EVMs' burnt memory and symbol loading unit. The petition, filed by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), calls for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure transparency. “Please do not erase the data and reload it. Let someone just examine,” the court told the Election Commission. Advocate Prashant Bhushan argued that an independent examination should confirm the integrity of EVM software and hardware. The court clarified that it does not seek interference in counting but aims to ensure no manipulation.

Six U.S. Congressmen have urged Attorney General Merrick Garland to reconsider the indictment of Adani Group executives, criticizing the Department of Justice's (DOJ) decision. In a letter, they wrote, “Instead of deferring the case to the appropriate Indian authorities, the Biden DOJ decided to push forward and indict [Adani Group]’s executives without any real injury to U.S. interests being present.” The DOJ has charged Adani executives with financial misconduct, but the Congressmen argue that India's legal system should handle the matter. The case has sparked diplomatic concerns, with India closely monitoring developments. The DOJ has not responded to the letter.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) faced criticism after New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra suffered a head injury while fielding in the 1st ODI in Lahore. Critics blamed poor floodlighting, with some questioning Pakistan’s readiness for the Champions Trophy 2025. Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt defended PCB, claiming Ravindra misjudged the ball. Ex-cricketer Tanvir Ahmed, however, slammed PCB’s stadium management, while Shoaib Mohammad suggested lighting issues. The debate intensified after India’s ODI in Cuttack also saw floodlight failures. New Zealand confirmed Ravindra needed stitches but will continue to be monitored.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, co-chairing the AI Summit in Paris, emphasized AI's transformative role in reshaping society, economy, and security. He called for democratizing technology, ensuring accessibility for all, especially in the Global South. Stressing the need for global AI governance, he urged transparency, open-source systems, and bias-free data sets. “AI is the code for humanity in this century,” he said, advocating innovation alongside responsible regulation. Modi highlighted AI’s potential in healthcare, education, and sustainable development, urging international cooperation to harness its benefits while mitigating risks.

The Uttar Pradesh administration has banned all vehicles in Prayagraj from 5 PM today until February 12 due to the massive influx of pilgrims for the Maha Kumbh. Over 44.74 crore devotees have taken a holy dip at Triveni Sangam so far. UP DGP Prashant Kumar said the gathering has stretched city infrastructure beyond its limits. CM Yogi Adityanath deployed additional officers to manage the crowd, while Akhilesh Yadav criticized the situation, calling it a "house arrest" for residents. The restrictions follow a 300-km traffic jam.

Kane Williamson became the second-fastest batsman to reach 7000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), surpassing Virat Kohli. Williamson achieved it in 159 innings, whereas Kohli had reached there in 161 innings. The New Zealand captain's brilliant unbeaten 133 off 113 balls against South Africa guided his team to a six-wicket victory, which confirmed their place in the final of the tri-series. The record for the fastest to 7000 runs still remains with Hashim Amla, who had reached there in 150 innings. 

The UK government launched a nationwide crackdown on illegal migrants, targeting Indian restaurants, nail bars, and convenience stores. Inspired by US President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, the operation led to 609 arrests and 19,000 deportations since Labour took power last July. The Home Office released a video of migrants boarding deportation flights, stating raids increased by 48% compared to last year. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper defended the move, saying illegal employment exploits migrants and undermines the economy. The Opposition Conservatives called the Labour Party’s immigration bill "weak" and demanded tougher measures.

Indian stock markets opened lower on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex dropping 100 points to 77,211 and the Nifty50 slipping below 23,400. Investor sentiment weakened as global markets reacted to US President Donald Trump’s new 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. Steel stocks, including Tata Steel and JSW Steel, fell up to 4%. The US dollar strengthened, while oil prices remained stable. Asian markets traded cautiously, with light volumes due to Japan’s holiday. Analysts warn of further volatility as Trump signals more trade measures.

YouTube has removed an episode of Samay Raina’s ‘India’s Got Latent’ featuring podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia after the Indian government’s notice. The episode sparked outrage over Allahbadia’s obscene joke, leading to multiple complaints alleging vulgarity. Kanchan Gupta, senior advisor to the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, confirmed the removal. Allahbadia, known for his BeerBiceps channel, apologized, stating, "Comedy is not my forte. I'm just here to say sorry." The controversy has reignited debates on online content regulation. Critics demand stricter oversight of digital platforms to prevent offensive content.