India plans to counter President Trump’s 25% tariff threat on steel and aluminum imports by citing recent duty reductions. Ahead of PM Modi's meeting with Trump, India aims to highlight its tariff cuts, including those for bikes like Harley Davidson, and the overall reduction of average duties to 10.6%. This is seen as a response to concerns about high tariffs. Despite the tariff threat, India's exports of steel and aluminum to the US remain unlikely to face significant disruptions. India hopes its strategic relationship with the US will help avoid severe trade impacts.  

A Learjet 35A skidded off the runway at Scottsdale, Arizona, colliding with a parked Gulfstream 200, killing 1 and injuring 4. One person remained trapped, with emergency crews working to free them. Three others were hospitalized. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the cause. Scottsdale Fire Department’s Dave Folio confirmed the details but did not elaborate on the cause. The crash follows recent fatal air incidents, including a midair collision in Washington, DC, a medical jet crash in Philadelphia, and a plane crash in Alaska, sparking further scrutiny of US aviation safety.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion bid to buy OpenAI’s non-profit arm, responding on X, “No thank you but we will buy Twitter for $9.74 billion if you want.” Musk, who bought X in 2022, fired back, calling Altman a “swindler.” Musk’s consortium, including xAI and investors, sought to return OpenAI to its non-profit roots. The rivalry deepened after OpenAI’s shift to a for-profit model, which Musk legally challenged. OpenAI’s transformation and ChatGPT’s success fueled tensions, with both billionaires competing for AI dominance. A California federal court is reviewing Musk’s lawsuit.

US President Donald Trump warned that "all hell" will break loose if Hamas does not release Gaza hostages by Saturday noon, calling for the ceasefire deal’s cancellation. While stating that Israel has the final say, Trump claimed many hostages may already be dead. His remarks follow his controversial proposal for US "ownership" of Gaza, turning it into the "Riviera of the Middle East." Arab nations, including Egypt and Jordan, have rejected his plan. A senior Hamas official dismissed Trump’s comments as "absurd" and accused him of treating the Palestinian cause like a real estate deal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron over dinner in Paris ahead of co-chairing the AI Summit on Tuesday. He also met US Vice President JD Vance during the event. Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora upon arrival, with chants of "Modi, Modi." The AI Summit will focus on global AI governance, safety, and inclusivity, with leaders like Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing attending. Modi will also address the India-France CEO Forum and visit the Mazargues War Cemetery to honor Indian soldiers. Additionally, he will inaugurate India’s new consulate in Marseille.

Thousands of devotees heading to Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj are stuck in a massive traffic jam, reportedly stretching up to 300 km. Many vehicles have been stranded for over 48 hours. Police in Madhya Pradesh have stopped traffic on some routes to manage congestion. "It is taking 10-12 hours to cover just 50 km," said a stranded traveler. Prayagraj Sangam railway station has also been closed due to overcrowding. Officials say over 46 lakh devotees took a dip today. The government is trying to ease the situation, but traffic remains a challenge.

US President Donald Trump said Palestinians will have no right to return to Gaza under his takeover plan. "No, they wouldn’t, because they’re going to have much better housing," he told Fox News. He suggested relocating them outside Gaza, calling it a “real estate development for the future.” The UN warned that forced displacement is illegal and "tantamount to ethnic cleansing." Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu praised the plan as "revolutionary." Palestinian officials rejected it, saying, "Our land is not for sale." Germany also condemned it, calling the proposal a “scandal” and a violation of international law.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Paris for a two-day visit. He will co-chair the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders will also hold talks to strengthen India-France ties. Modi will attend a dinner at the Élysée Palace with CEOs and other guests. He will visit Marseille to open a new Indian Consulate and pay tribute to Indian soldiers from World War I. After France, Modi will visit the US on February 12-13. He will meet President Donald Trump and discuss key issues with the new US administration.

Guwahati Police have registered an FIR against Samay Raina, Ranveer Allahbadia, and other judges of India’s Got Latent for promoting obscenity. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed charges under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), IT Act, Cinematograph Act, and Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act. The controversy erupted after Allahbadia’s explicit remarks, including a ₹2 crore offer for a contestant to engage in a lewd act. Following backlash, Allahbadia apologized, calling it a "lapse in judgment." Multiple legal complaints have been filed nationwide, with police investigations ongoing.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made a public appearance at the 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver after Donald Trump called Meghan "terrible" and suggested Harry had "enough problems with his wife." The couple displayed affection at the event, countering divorce rumors. In his speech, Harry criticized "weak moral character in the world," seen as a response to Trump. Meanwhile, Trump has questioned Harry’s immigration status, with a conservative think tank demanding his visa details. The Sussexes have previously criticized Trump, who mocked Harry as "whipped" by Meghan.