4 people were shot dead in the United States in what police believe was a domestic dispute in Gwinnett County, Georgia. Indian officials said one of the victims was an Indian national, though US authorities have not confirmed the nationality of all those killed. Police identified the suspect as 51-year-old Vijay Kumar, who was taken into custody after the incident. His wife, Meemu Dogra, and three relatives were among the dead. Investigators said an argument took place before the shooting. Three children, aged 12, 9 and 7, were found hiding in a closet at the home. The suspect’s 12-year-old son called emergency services. The motive remains under investigation. (PC: HT)

Prince Harry has said the sacrifices made by NATO troops in Afghanistan must be spoken about “truthfully and with respect” after comments by US President Donald Trump. Trump said allied forces stayed “a little back” from the front lines during the war. Prince Harry, who served two tours in Afghanistan, said he lost friends in the conflict and paid tribute to those killed, including 457 British personnel. He noted NATO invoked Article 5 after the 9/11 attacks and allies fought alongside the US. His remarks followed criticism from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and leaders from several NATO countries. (PC: X)

Israel’s Economy Minister Nir Barkat has warned Iran of a strong military response if it attacks Israel again. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Barkat said Israel would retaliate “seven times harder.” He accused Iran of backing armed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah to destabilise the region.   Barkat also ruled out Pakistan from any peacekeeping role in Gaza, saying countries that supported terror were not welcome. He said Israel’s focus remains defence, not regime change, and hoped for peace if Iran changes its path.

Iran has warned US President Donald Trump that any attack on Tehran would be treated as an “all-out war,” after he said American warships were heading toward the region. A senior Iranian official said Iran would use “everything at its disposal” to respond to what it sees as a constant military threat from the US. Trump described the deployment as a large naval force moving toward Iran. Reports said the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, three destroyers armed with missiles, and US fighter jets have been sent to the Middle East. Iranian officials said the country is on high alert but did not detail any planned response. (PC: India Today)

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticised US President Donald Trump over comments suggesting British and NATO troops were not on the front lines in Afghanistan. Starmer said the remarks were “insulting and frankly appalling” and caused pain to veterans and families of the fallen. He said he would apologise if he had made such comments. Trump repeated his view in an interview, saying NATO troops stayed “a little off the frontlines.” Downing Street said Trump was wrong to downplay the role of UK forces. Officials noted British troops served in sustained combat operations alongside allies. The UK lost 457 soldiers in Afghanistan, with many more wounded. (PC: Sky News)

ICC chairman Jay Shah may consider strict action if Bangladesh does not agree to play its scheduled T20 World Cup matches in India, ICC sources said. The Bangladesh Cricket Board had earlier asked the ICC to shift its matches to Sri Lanka, citing security concerns. The ICC rejected the request after reviewing independent security assessments. Sources said the assessments found no specific threat to the Bangladesh team or venues in India. Overall risk was rated low to moderate and manageable. BCB president Aminul Islam said Bangladesh will not play its matches in India despite the ICC decision. Bangladesh are scheduled to begin their campaign in Kolkata on February 7. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump has claimed that NATO forces stayed away from the front lines during the Afghanistan war. Official data and military records contradict this. After the 9/11 attacks, NATO invoked Article 5 and deployed troops alongside the US from 2001. NATO troop numbers peaked at about 140,000 in 2011. While the US lost the most soldiers overall, several European nations suffered heavy losses relative to their population size. The UK lost 457 troops, Canada 159, France 90 and Germany 62. NATO forces operated in high-conflict regions such as Kandahar and Helmand, where British, Canadian and Danish troops faced intense combat. (PC: India Today)

Delhi Police has filed an FIR against Khalistani extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun for allegedly threatening unrest in the national capital ahead of Republic Day. Police said Pannun released a video claiming pro-Khalistan posters were put up in parts of Delhi, but no such posters were found. The case has been registered under sections related to promoting enmity, criminal conspiracy, and acts against India’s unity. He also allegedly used abusive slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Security has been tightened across Delhi for the Republic Day celebrations. (PC: HT)

Prince Harry has spoken out after US President Donald Trump said Nato allies stayed away from front-line fighting in Afghanistan. Trump’s remarks triggered strong reactions in the UK, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer calling them insulting and unacceptable. Harry, who served two tours in Afghanistan with the British Army, said the sacrifices made by Nato troops deserve to be discussed truthfully and with respect. Britain joined the US-led mission in 2001 after Nato invoked its collective defence clause following the 9/11 attacks. The conflict claimed the lives of 457 British service personnel. The White House later defended US support for Nato and Europe’s security role. (PC: BBC)

A fresh cold wave is expected to affect large parts of north and northwest India from January 24, the India Meteorological Department said. Very cold and dry winds from the northwest are likely to lower night temperatures by up to five degrees Celsius in several states, including Delhi, Punjab and Haryana. Day temperatures may remain between 13 and 17 degrees Celsius despite clear skies. Dense to very dense fog is also forecast in parts of the region till January 26. The IMD said rain and snowfall will continue over the western Himalayan region, with another western disturbance likely to bring fresh precipitation from January 26. (PC: HT)