As AAP faces a crushing defeat in the Delhi elections, Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal’s cryptic post depicting Draupadi’s cheerharan from the Mahabharata has drawn attention. The post, seen as a dig at Arvind Kejriwal, gained over 53,000 views and 2,000 reposts. Maliwal, a vocal critic of Kejriwal, recently protested outside his residence over governance failures. BJP leads in 46 out of 70 seats, threatening AAP’s hold in Delhi. Kejriwal trails behind BJP’s Parvesh Verma. The elections saw a 60.54% voter turnout.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured 48 out of 70 seats in the Delhi Assembly elections, defeating Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which won only 22. PM Narendra Modi called it a mandate for development, stating, “Delhi is India’s gateway and should get the country’s best infrastructure.” Parvesh Sahib Singh, who defeated Kejriwal, is among BJP’s top contenders for chief ministership. Congress failed to win any seats for the third straight election. A voter turnout of 60.54% was recorded. BJP returns to power in Delhi after 27 years.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called BJP’s Delhi election victory a win for "development, vision, and trust." He criticised AAP, saying, "The people of Delhi will not tolerate corruption and lies… they want governance, not theatrics." Modi promised to clean Delhi, tackle pollution, and improve the Yamuna River. He also targeted Congress, calling it a "parasite party" that brings others down. "It is my guarantee to the people of Delhi—Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas," he said. With BJP now in power, Modi assured that the city will see real change and better governance.

Meta is set to lay off 3,600 employees next week. The notices will go out from Monday at 5 am in most countries, including the US. Employees in Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands will be exempt due to local laws. The layoffs target 5% of Meta’s "lowest performers." Unlike previous layoffs, Meta offices will remain open. The company is also speeding up hiring for machine learning engineers and other key roles. The process will continue until March 13. Meta aims to align its workforce with its 2025 priorities.

The BJP has won the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections, securing 48 out of 70 seats. Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) suffered a major loss, winning only 22 seats. Kejriwal and former deputy CM Manish Sisodia lost their seats. Parvesh Sahib Singh, who defeated Kejriwal, is a top contender for the chief minister’s post. The Congress failed to win any seats. The BJP focused on issues like Yamuna pollution and Kejriwal’s liquor policy case. PM Narendra Modi has reached the BJP headquarters and will soon address party workers to celebrate the victory.

Justin and Hailey Bieber’s recent public appearances have sparked rumours of a split. A body language expert said they looked “out of sync” and that Hailey seemed distant. Justin appeared tired and worn out, adding to concerns about his health. He also unfollowed several close associates on social media, including Hailey, though he later claimed it was a mistake. Reports suggest Hailey has struggled in their marriage for years. The couple welcomed their first child last year, but speculation about their relationship continues. Despite the rumours, they have not confirmed any plans to separate.

3 Israeli hostages were released by Hamas in a prisoner swap. Eli Sharabi, Ohad Ben Ami, and Or Levy appeared thin and weak. Sharabi’s family said he looked “skinny” and “pale.” The hostages were paraded before armed fighters before being handed to the Red Cross. In exchange, Israel released 183 Palestinian prisoners. Sharabi's wife and children were killed in the 7 October attack, and his family fears he may not know. Talks continue for more releases. The war in Gaza has caused heavy casualties, with thousands killed on both sides.

A US federal judge has stopped Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) from accessing Treasury Department records. Judge Paul A. Engelmayer issued an order blocking access and ordered Musk’s team to destroy any copies. Nineteen state attorneys general sued, arguing the move violated federal law. They said Doge, which is not an official government agency, should not have access to personal financial data. The judge warned of risks to privacy and hacking. The order stays in place until a court hearing on 14 February. There was no comment from Musk, President Trump, or the White House.

Arvind Kejriwal accepted AAP’s defeat in the Delhi election and congratulated BJP. "The people's decision is paramount. We accept the verdict," he said. Kejriwal lost his New Delhi seat to BJP’s Parvesh Verma. He promised AAP would play a constructive opposition role. "We did not enter politics for power but to serve people," he added. AAP’s Manish Sisodia and Saurabh Bhardwaj also lost. Only Atishi won among top leaders. BJP, returning to power after 27 years, credited PM Modi’s leadership for the victory. "We will leave no stone unturned in developing Delhi," Modi said.

BJP leader Parvesh Verma defeated Arvind Kejriwal in the New Delhi assembly seat. "I have just done my job," Verma said, adding that BJP will now fulfill promises Kejriwal failed to keep. He said there was strong anti-incumbency against Kejriwal, who did no work in 11 years. Verma is seen as a frontrunner for the chief minister’s post but said, "The MLAs and party leadership will decide." He promised development, jobs, and a clean Yamuna river. BJP has returned to power in Delhi after 27 years, with Verma playing a key role in the victory.