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Families protest detention of Venezuelan activists, demand their release
The demonstration outside Helicoide prison in Caracas comes during mounting pressure on the government of acting President Delcy Rodriguez to release all people
 "Families protest detention of Venezuelan activists, demand their release")
Rising prices dominate Japan election as voters seek cost-of-living relief
The election pits the PM Takaichi-led Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) coalition against the opposition Centrist Reform Alliance, with inflation and affordability shaping voter sentiment nationwide
 "Rising prices dominate Japan election as voters seek cost-of-living relief")
Gaza's Rafah crossing reopened, but few Palestinians managed to cross
Restrictions negotiated by Israeli, Egyptian, Palestinian and international officials meant that only 50 people would be allowed to return to Gaza each day
 "Gaza's Rafah crossing reopened, but few Palestinians managed to cross")
AAI signs MoU with Bharat taxi to enhance connectivity at select airports
This partnership aims to provide transparent, fair, and reliable transportation options on the airport premises
 "AAI signs MoU with Bharat taxi to enhance connectivity at select airports")
Japanese Takaichi hopes for big win as polls open in national elections
Takaichi wants to make progress on a right-wing agenda that aims to boost Japan's economy and military capabilities as tensions grow with China
 "Japanese Takaichi hopes for big win as polls open in national elections")
Appeals court affirms Trump policy of jailing immigrants without bond
A panel of judges ruled that the DHS' decision to deny bond hearings to immigrants arrested across the country is consistent with the constitution and federal immigration law
 "Appeals court affirms Trump policy of jailing immigrants without bond")
Hilly states brace for fresh snowfall, rain; fog likely in North India
A fresh western disturbance will bring rain and snowfall over J&K, Himachal and Uttarakhand from February 9-11, while northern plains face strong winds and dense fog
 "Hilly states brace for fresh snowfall, rain; fog likely in North India")
PM Modi in Malaysia for talks on trade, defence upgrades, chip sector
Prime Minister Modi is on a two-day visit to Malaysia, his first since the two countries elevated ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in August 2024
 "PM Modi in Malaysia for talks on trade, defence upgrades, chip sector")
Two dead as three-storey building collapses in Rajasthan's Kota
A three-storey building in Kota's Talwandi area collapsed; rescue teams rush in as several people are feared trapped under the debris
 "Two dead as three-storey building collapses in Rajasthan's Kota")
ISM 2.0 to focus on chip design, equipment ecosystem: Vaishnaw
Next phase of India Semiconductor Mission to prioritise chip design firms, manufacturing equipment supply chain and advanced semiconductor talent
 "ISM 2.0 to focus on chip design, equipment ecosystem: Vaishnaw")
US Ambassador Sergio Gor meets ICC chief Jay Shah, discusses cricket growth
Sergio Gor discussed the rapid growth of cricket in the United States with the ICC Chairman
 "US Ambassador Sergio Gor meets ICC chief Jay Shah, discusses cricket growth")
4 Indian students among several injured in stabbing attack in Russia
At least six people, including four Indian students, were injured in a stabbing at a university in Russia's Bashkortostan Republic
 "4 Indian students among several injured in stabbing attack in Russia")
USTR's India map draws attention as Delhi, Washington announce trade pact
On previous occasions, maps of India have been shown with a demarcated line to portray the PoK and Aksai Chin region
 "USTR's India map draws attention as Delhi, Washington announce trade pact")
Delhi govt renames Mayur Vihar Pocket 1 Metro station after Shri Ram Mandir
A government officer said that the decision was taken by the State Names Authority of Delhi, headed by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
 "Delhi govt renames Mayur Vihar Pocket 1 Metro station after Shri Ram Mandir")
Mysterious gas leak sparks panic near Jammu airport; probe launched
However, officials did not rule out the possibility that the gas could be a hazardous chemical, including sulfur mustard
 "Mysterious gas leak sparks panic near Jammu airport; probe launched")
T20 WC: Washington Sundar to join India squad in Delhi - Suryakumar Yadav
India's 2nd match comes at the right time for Washington Sundar who is ready to return to action after an injury kept him out of action.
 "T20 WC: Washington Sundar to join India squad in Delhi - Suryakumar Yadav")
Expedite loss reduction works, Andhra chief secretary tells power officials
Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary K Vijayanand urges DISCOMs to fast-track RDSS loss reduction projects to improve financial health and power supply reliability
 "Expedite loss reduction works, Andhra chief secretary tells power officials")
India vs USA HIGHLIGHTS T20 World Cup 2026: IND begin title defense with 29-run win vs USA
Suryakumar's captain's knock (84* off 49) pushed India to 161/9 in their 20 overs after a top order collapse courtesy of some brilliant bowling by the USA bowling attack in Mumbai.
 "India vs USA HIGHLIGHTS T20 World Cup 2026: IND begin title defense with 29-run win vs USA")
Court rejects discharge plea of Anil Deshmukh-linked firm in PMLA case
Special court finds strong prima facie evidence against Premier Port Links Pvt Ltd, rejecting plea to discharge the firm in Anil Deshmukh's money laundering case
 "Court rejects discharge plea of Anil Deshmukh-linked firm in PMLA case")
Sunil Thapa, actor known for 'Mary Kom' and 'The Family Man', dies at 68
Thapa was also seen in the third instalment of 'The Family Man' where he played the role of David Khuzou in the series
 "Sunil Thapa, actor known for 'Mary Kom' and 'The Family Man', dies at 68")