A devastating explosion occurred at the ordnance factory in Maharashtra's Bhandara district at 10 a.m. today, killing 8 people and injuring 7. The blast caused a roof collapse, trapping 12 workers inside; 2 have been rescued, while 10 remain stuck. Rescue operations are in full swing, with firefighters, ambulances, and the SDRF deployed. The blast took place in the factory's RK Branch section, though the cause is still unknown. Maharashtra Congress Chief Nana Patole criticized the central government, calling it a failure of governance. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the tragedy.

An Israeli airstrike on a six-story apartment in Ain El Delb, Lebanon, killed 73 people, with 62 identified as civilians, including 23 children. The Israel Defense Forces claimed the building was a Hezbollah command center and eliminated a commander. However, a BBC investigation found only 6 victims linked to Hezbollah's military wing, none senior. Survivors like Ashraf Ramadan recount harrowing escapes, with many losing entire families. The attack is Lebanon's deadliest in 18 years, sparking UN concern over Israel's tactics. Over 3,960 people have died in Lebanon in the ongoing conflict, with proportionality and civilian safety under scrutiny.

The father of Saif Ali Khan’s alleged attacker, Md Rohul Amin, has denied his son's involvement in the stabbing. Speaking to News18, Amin claimed, "The man on the CCTV does not resemble my son," citing differences in their hairstyles. Amin, a BNP leader, accused former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina of forcing his son to migrate illegally to India due to political oppression. Despite forensic evidence linking his son, Mohammad Shariful, to the crime, Amin insists his son was incapable of such an attack. Shariful reportedly entered India in 2024 and worked in Mumbai.

US President Donald Trump suggested ending federal disaster relief during his first Oval Office interview since returning to power. With Los Angeles ravaged by wildfires and the eastern US recovering from hurricanes, Trump criticized FEMA’s performance and proposed that states should handle their own emergency responses. His remarks, aired on Fox News, followed a new wildfire north of Los Angeles, forcing mass evacuations. Trump and Republicans have called for disaster aid to be contingent on the actions of California’s Democratic leaders, drawing contrasts with aid given to the southeastern US after recent storms.

US President Donald Trump, speaking virtually at the World Economic Forum in Davos, urged Saudi Arabia and OPEC to lower oil prices, claiming it would bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an immediate end. Trump expressed surprise that such action hadn’t been taken before his election, stating that high oil prices were prolonging the conflict. He emphasized the responsibility of OPEC nations in the ongoing war and demanded lower interest rates globally. Trump also reiterated his admiration for Russia and its people, stressing his past positive relationship with President Putin despite tensions.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella fired back at Elon Musk's comments questioning funding for the Stargate AI project. During a CNBC interview, Nadella stated, "I'm good for my $80 billion. I'm going to spend $80 billion building out Azure." Musk had raised doubts about the $500 billion Stargate project, claiming insufficient funding. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman defended the project, inviting Musk to visit the Texas site. Nadella emphasized that his investment is aimed at creating "useful things for the real world," not just hyping AI.

Donald Trump has directed officials to draft a plan within 15 days to declassify documents on the assassinations of John F Kennedy, Robert F Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. These files, central to American history, remain partially redacted despite past releases. Trump stated the move would reveal long-awaited truths. Experts, like journalist Jefferson Morley, welcomed the order but emphasized uncertainty over its execution. Questions persist about Lee Harvey Oswald’s role in JFK’s killing, conspiracy theories, and new details like Secret Service agent Paul Landis’s revelations. Critics anticipate resistance from intelligence agencies.

A US federal judge in Seattle has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship, calling it "blatantly unconstitutional." Signed on Trump's first day in office, the order denies citizenship to children born in the US unless their parents are citizens or legal residents. Four Democratic-led states filed lawsuits, citing violations of the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to all born in the US. Judge John Coughenour issued a 14-day restraining order, with a hearing scheduled for February 6. The Justice Department pledged to "vigorously defend" the order, while critics argue it could impact 150,000 children annually.    

Actor Saif Ali Khan has recounted the harrowing night he was stabbed while protecting his son Jeh from an intruder. In his statement to Bandra Police, Saif revealed, “I heard screams from Jeh’s room and rushed to see what was happening. That’s when I encountered the attacker.” Around 2:30 am, the intruder broke into the actor’s home. Despite being stabbed six times, Saif managed to trap the attacker in the room, allowing Jeh's nanny to escape with the child. The intruder, a Bangladeshi national, has been arrested. Saif, recovering from surgery, is now under police protection along with his family.

The Hughes fire in northwest Los Angeles County has grown to 10,000 acres, forcing over 31,000 people to evacuate. Firefighters have contained 14% of the blaze, but strong winds of 20-30 mph are hampering efforts. The National Weather Service has issued red-flag warnings until Friday, citing dangerous fire conditions. Climate change and dry vegetation have worsened the situation, making the region more vulnerable to wildfires. Rain is expected over the weekend, potentially easing the fire but increasing risks of mudslides and flooding. Authorities urge residents to stay prepared and follow evacuation orders in high-risk areas.