Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly criticized Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for alleging that Haryana's government mixed poison into the Yamuna river. During a rally in Kalkaji, Shah challenged Kejriwal to provide evidence, disclose the Delhi Jal Board report, and name the alleged poison. Kejriwal's claim was earlier refuted by Delhi Jal Board CEO Shilpa Shinde as "misleading." Shah accused Kejriwal of scaremongering and breaking promises, urging voters to back BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri in the upcoming February 5 Delhi Assembly elections. Kejriwal countered by framing the polls as a choice between public welfare and corporate favoritism.

Jasprit Bumrah has made history by becoming the first Indian pacer to win the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year award, also receiving the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Award for his outstanding performances in 2024. Bumrah, instrumental in India's Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph and T20 World Cup win, claimed 71 wickets in 13 Tests, the highest in 2024. He also earned Player of the Tournament honors in the T20 World Cup. Expressing his joy, Bumrah said, "Winning the T20 World Cup was a moment close to my heart." The pacer now eyes recovery for February's Champions Trophy after a back injury.

China's AI firm DeepSeek has shocked the global tech industry with its new AI model, overcoming US chip restrictions. Founded by Liang Wenfeng, DeepSeek trained its model using only 2,000 advanced chips and innovative techniques, making it far cheaper than US competitors. Its success highlights China's investment in AI talent, open-source culture, and resilience under Washington's export controls. DeepSeek's launch, timed to challenge US dominance, has sparked pride across China. However, experts question its scalability under tighter restrictions. Social media hails DeepSeek's team as "AI heroes," showcasing China's determination to achieve technological independence and redefine global AI leadership.

A 51-year-old cattle breeder, Mohanbhai, died of Congo fever in Jamnagar, Gujarat. He was admitted on January 21 and passed away on January 27. Tests confirmed the virus, marking the first reported case in five years. The health department has increased surveillance in his area and urged residents to maintain hygiene. Congo fever spreads through ticks, infected animals, or contact with an infected person's fluids. Symptoms include fever, rashes, and dizziness. The virus has a 40% mortality rate and no vaccine. Health officials have warned locals to take precautions to prevent further infections.

Elon Musk expressed doubts about China's AI startup DeepSeek and its claims of using 10,000 Nvidia A100 GPUs. Musk believes DeepSeek likely has 50,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs, agreeing with Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang. The controversy comes as DeepSeek's AI threatens U.S. dominance, causing Nvidia’s market value to drop by $500 billion. Musk called the hype over DeepSeek exaggerated, replying “Lmao no” to claims of its App Store success. He also joked about DeepSeek’s origins, linking it to lab leaks in China. Musk’s comments add fuel to the ongoing debate on the U.S.-China AI competition.

Donald Trump criticised India, China, and Brazil for imposing high tariffs, calling them "tremendous tariff-makers." Speaking at a Republican retreat in Florida, he said his government would put "America first" by imposing tariffs on countries that harm U.S. interests. Trump urged foreign companies to set up plants in America to avoid these tariffs. He also announced plans to tax imports like steel and aluminium to boost U.S. manufacturing. Trump's remarks come as Prime Minister Modi is expected to visit Washington next month. Trump’s comments reflect his push to prioritise domestic production and reduce dependence on foreign imports.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused the AAP of creating fake Aadhaar cards for Bangladeshis and Rohingyas. He said this was done to settle illegal immigrants in Delhi and called it a "sin." Campaigning for the BJP ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, he slammed AAP’s “appeasement politics” and labelled the party as a "symbol of corruption and anarchy." Adityanath also criticised the AAP government for poor infrastructure in Delhi and claimed many residents are moving to Noida and Ghaziabad. He urged voters to choose a “double-engine government” and promised action against the so-called "Waqf mafia."

5 Indian fishermen were injured in Sri Lankan Navy firing near Delft Island. Two are in serious condition and are being treated at Jaffna Teaching Hospital. The Indian government summoned Sri Lanka's acting high commissioner and lodged a strong protest. India said the use of force is unacceptable and called for humane treatment of fishermen. Officials from the Indian consulate visited the injured fishermen and offered help. Tensions over fishing rights in the Palk Strait continue, with arrests and detentions of Indian fishermen being a recurring issue. India urged Sri Lanka to follow existing agreements on this matter.

Coca-Cola has recalled drinks in Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands due to high chlorate levels found during routine testing. Affected products include Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Tropico, and Minute Maid. The recall extends to a small batch of imported cans in Britain, already sold, with production codes 328 GE to 338 GE. Chlorate, often linked to disinfectants, poses low risk but can cause thyroid issues, nausea, and reduced oxygen absorption. Coca-Cola assured collaboration with authorities, emphasizing safety as a top priority. The UK's Food Standards Agency is investigating while unsold products are being withdrawn from shelves across Europe.

Indian-origin politician Ruby Dhalla has launched her campaign to replace Justin Trudeau as the leader of Canada's Liberal Party. A former MP and the first Indian-origin woman elected to Canada's Parliament, Dhalla vows to deport illegal immigrants and target human traffickers if elected. Born to Punjabi immigrants in Winnipeg, Dhalla's diverse career spans politics, acting, and entrepreneurship. Her bold immigration stance has sparked both support and criticism. Dhalla faces tough competition from prominent figures like Mark Carney and Chrystia Freeland. The new leader will be sworn in as Canada’s prime minister if the Liberal Party wins the federal election.