Ukraine’s national police chief, Ivan Vyhivskyi, has accused Russian spies of orchestrating nine attacks on recruitment offices and conscription officials this year. A blast at a Khmelnytskyi draft office on Wednesday killed one person and injured four. Authorities claim Russian intelligence recruits young men and remotely detonates explosives, with one attack injuring eight soldiers. Vyhivskyi said Russia aims to destabilize Ukraine and erode trust in security forces. Moscow has not commented on the allegations. The attacks add pressure on Ukraine’s already struggling military recruitment campaign as manpower shortages continue.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged India to engage in dialogue on all issues, including Kashmir. Speaking at a special session in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) on "Kashmir Solidarity Day," he said, "India should come out of the thinking of August 5, 2019, and fulfill promises made to the UN." India maintains that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of the country and insists on talks only in a terror-free environment. Sharif also accused India of stockpiling weapons, saying peace was the only way forward.

Exit polls predict BJP’s return to power in Delhi after 27 years, with projections ranging from 35-50 seats in the 70-member assembly. AAP, aiming for a third term, is expected to fall short, securing between 21-37 seats. Congress faces another setback, with most polls predicting 0-3 seats. Some surveys, like WeePreside, project an AAP victory, while others, such as People's Pulse, see BJP crossing 50 seats. Voter turnout stood at 59.71%, with North East Delhi recording the highest at 66.25%. Final results will decide if exit polls align with reality.

Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Australia captain Pat Cummins took playful digs at opponents in a commercial. Targeting Virat Kohli, Cummins quipped, “I’ve never seen you bat this slowly.” He also mocked Ben Stokes and Ollie Pope. Australia, the reigning ODI World Cup champions, and India, the T20 World Cup holders, are tournament favorites. Meanwhile, India vice-captain Shubman Gill emphasized that the upcoming ODI series against England is not just Champions Trophy preparation but a crucial contest. India’s squad remains largely unchanged, with Harshit Rana replacing Jasprit Bumrah.

An angry mob stormed the residence and memorial of Bangladesh’s founding father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi 32, demanding a ban on the Awami League. The attackers broke open the gate, vandalized the structure, and set fire to the top floor. This marks the second attack on the house since former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country. Hasina, in an emotional online speech, said, “They can break this house, but they will not be successful in removing history.” Protesters claimed they aimed to erase "Mujibism" and authoritarianism from Bangladesh.

A federal judge in Maryland indefinitely blocked Donald Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship, calling it unconstitutional. Judge Deborah Boardman ruled that the order contradicts the 14th Amendment, which guarantees citizenship to those born on US soil. A Washington judge had earlier issued a 14-day stay, with Judge John Coughenour labeling the order “blatantly unconstitutional.” Trump vowed to appeal. Opponents argue that birthright citizenship, upheld since 1868, cannot be altered by executive action. The ruling strengthens legal precedent, citing an 1898 Supreme Court case affirming citizenship rights for children of immigrants.

Most exit polls on Wednesday predicted a BJP victory in the Delhi assembly elections, dealing a blow to the ruling AAP. Reacting to the results, BJP MP Giriraj Singh mocked AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, saying his "lies, deceit, and corruption" had been rejected by voters.   "Kejriwal ji, your place in politics is over. If you join cinema, you might even defeat good actors with your innocent style of acting," Singh said. He accused Kejriwal of "cheating the poor people of Delhi" and said the BJP's win was proof of public anger.

A US military plane carrying 104 illegal Indian immigrants landed in Amritsar. Among them, 33 are from Gujarat and will reach Ahmedabad soon. Families were shocked, claiming they didn’t know their relatives were in the US illegally. Nikita Patel told her family she was in Europe. Ketul Patel sold his flat to move abroad. Kiransingh Gohil and his family also returned. The Gujarat government is monitoring the situation. Authorities will investigate the deported individuals before allowing them to return home. Punjab Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal confirmed that all immigrants are safe and have received food upon arrival.

AAP dismissed exit poll predictions that favor the BJP, arguing that past surveys underestimated its performance. AAP leader Reena Gupta said, “Every exit poll since 2013 has underestimated us, but we gained more seats in the actual results.” BJP exit poll projections range from 35 to 60 seats, while AAP is expected to win between 10 and 37 seats. Congress is predicted to secure up to 2 seats. BJP’s Delhi chief Virendra Sachdeva asserted that voters chose a corruption-free government. The final results on February 8 will confirm Delhi’s political future.

Exit polls suggest the BJP is poised to return to power in Delhi after 27 years, with an average prediction of 42 seats. AAP, seeking a third term, is expected to secure 25 seats, facing a major setback after Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation over corruption allegations. Congress may win 1–2 seats. BJP’s campaign, highlighting AAP’s alleged liquor scam and “Sheesh Mahal” controversy, appears to have resonated with voters. However, past elections have shown exit polls can be inaccurate. The final result will be declared on February 8, determining Delhi’s political future.