Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has instructed the military to prepare a plan allowing Gaza residents to leave the region, aligning with US President Donald Trump's proposal for the US to take control of Gaza and resettle Palestinians elsewhere. Katz stated that countries like Spain, Ireland, and Norway must accept Gazans who wish to migrate. However, the Palestinian presidency rejected the plan, calling it a violation of international law. The ongoing conflict has left Gaza severely damaged, with over 47,550 deaths and widespread displacement. The UN has warned against forced transfers of people from occupied territories.

A German skier escaped death after being buried by an avalanche at Mont Blanc on January 29. As he slid down the mountain, a sudden avalanche hit him. He deployed an emergency airbag, which kept him above the snow. He tumbled 300 metres and was nearly thrown off a cliff. A rescue team found him in 20 minutes. He was unconscious and had a broken leg and fractured ribs. A witness filmed the terrifying moment. He was airlifted to a hospital. On the same day, five skiers died in another avalanche in the French Alps.

US officials have clarified that President Donald Trump’s proposal to temporarily resettle Gaza’s population would be a short-term solution. Secretary of State Marco Rubio explained that the displaced Palestinians would leave the area during reconstruction efforts. Trump's suggestion to "take over" Gaza has drawn international criticism, as forcibly relocating populations is prohibited under international law. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt emphasized that the US has no plans for a permanent presence or military involvement in Gaza, which has suffered extensive damage during ongoing conflict. More than 47,000 people have died in Gaza since October 2023.

India’s Parliament witnessed heated protests on Thursday after a US military aircraft deported 104 Indian migrants. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defended the deportations, calling them a “standard procedure,” while assuring efforts to prevent mistreatment. Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, condemned the incident, with MPs staging protests wearing handcuffs. “This is inhuman treatment,” said Congress MP Ranjeet Ranjan. The US deportation policy under Trump has triggered diplomatic concerns, with Opposition leaders demanding urgent government intervention. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged MPs to avoid disruptions, emphasizing the need for smooth parliamentary proceedings.

January 2025 was the warmest ever recorded, surpassing January 2024 by 0.1°C, according to the European Copernicus climate service. Scientists expected cooler temperatures due to a weakening El Niño, but unexplained warming persisted. NASA's Gavin Schmidt said rising greenhouse gases are the primary driver, though other factors remain unclear. Theories include ocean heat release and reduced aerosol cooling. UK Met Office scientist Adam Scaife admitted, "We don't really know why." The unexpected warmth raises concerns about accelerated climate change. Experts warn that without urgent action to cut emissions, record-breaking temperatures will continue.

Virat Kohli has been ruled out of the first ODI against England due to a sore right knee, Indian captain Rohit Sharma confirmed at the toss. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Harshit Rana received their maiden ODI caps, with Jaiswal replacing Kohli in the XI. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) later confirmed Kohli’s injury update. With the Champions Trophy 2025 approaching, India is using this series to fine-tune its squad. Rohit Sharma, struggling for form in Tests, will aim to regain rhythm in ODIs as India prepares for the marquee event.

Around 40,000 US federal workers have resigned to accept Donald Trump's severance package, which includes eight months' salary, as the deadline for opting into the deferred resignation program nears its end. This figure falls short of the administration's target of 5-10% of the 2.3 million eligible workers. The program was launched as part of Trump’s bid to reduce the size of the government. Despite the lower-than-expected turnout, a White House official anticipates an uptick in resignations as the deadline closes. The initiative has faced legal challenges from unions.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Arab nations have strongly rejected US President Donald Trump's proposal to take over Gaza and resettle its 2.1 million residents. Abbas called it a violation of international law, emphasizing Gaza as part of Palestine. Hamas warned it would escalate tensions in the region. The plan, which involves relocating Palestinians to other countries like Jordan and Egypt, has also been condemned by the UN, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan. Trump’s remarks came as a fragile ceasefire continues, but his proposal has drawn widespread criticism for its potential to undermine peace efforts.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gifted Donald Trump a golden pager during their White House meeting, referencing Israel's September pager attack on Hezbollah in Lebanon. Trump called it a "great operation" and vowed to "take over" Gaza if necessary. Netanyahu praised Trump as Israel’s "greatest friend" and credited him for the Gaza hostage deal. The meeting focused on Israel’s military actions and future Middle East plans. The pager attack killed 39 Hezbollah operatives and injured nearly 3,000. Trump pledged economic redevelopment in Gaza, promising jobs and housing for Palestinians.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender women and girls from competing in female sports, citing Title IX protections. At the signing, Trump declared, “The war on women’s sports is over.” The order mandates federal agencies to enforce gender-based sports participation based on birth sex, with schools at risk of losing funding for noncompliance. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated it “honors the promise of Title IX.” Trump also warned the International Olympic Committee, urging changes to transgender participation ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.