US President Donald Trump has ordered officials to prepare a plan to declassify documents on the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. He said it was time to reveal the truth, calling it a long-awaited moment for Americans. The documents, some still redacted, have sparked decades of debate and conspiracy theories. While past releases shed light on events, many unanswered questions remain. Experts doubt all files will be made public, as the CIA and FBI may push for continued secrecy. Trump said transparency serves the public interest and signed the order this week.

At least 14 people were killed and over 80 injured in southern Lebanon as Israeli forces remained after the withdrawal deadline. The Lebanese health ministry confirmed the casualties. The ceasefire deal required Israeli troops and Hezbollah to leave the area, but Israel cited delays in dismantling Hezbollah’s infrastructure. The Lebanese army accused Israel of stalling its deployment. President Joseph Aoun vowed to defend Lebanon’s sovereignty. Hezbollah has not responded but called the extended presence a violation. The recent conflict killed 4,000 people and displaced over a million. Thousands of residents are now returning to unsafe border towns despite warnings.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared details about the preparations for Mahakumbh 2025. Speaking at NDTV Mahakumbh Samvaad, he said the government focused on sustainable development. Roads, railways, and river cleanliness were improved. A civil terminal was built in 2019, and this year, 14 underpasses and flyovers were added. The mela area now covers 15,000 acres, with 5,000 acres for parking. Around 12 crore people have already taken a holy dip at the Ganga-Yamuna-Saraswati confluence. Adityanath emphasised that events like Mahakumbh are chances to develop cities and ensure better infrastructure and connectivity for the future.

World No.1 Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open 2025, beating Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in the final. Sinner became the first Italian to win three Grand Slam titles, breaking Nicola Pietrangeli's record. He also won the US Open last year, making this his third straight hard-court major win. Zverev, the World No.2, struggled with 45 unforced errors and is still chasing his first Grand Slam win. Despite facing a doping scandal, Sinner showed great strength and focus. Now, he aims for success on clay and grass courts at Roland Garros and Wimbledon.

President Donald Trump has suggested that he may reconsider rejoining the World Health Organization (WHO), days after his administration ordered the U.S. exit over the agency’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and other global health issues. Speaking at a rally in Las Vegas, Trump remarked, "Maybe we would consider doing it again, I don't know. Maybe we would. They would have to clean it up." The comment marks a shift in tone after months of criticizing the WHO for its response to the pandemic, especially its ties to China.

Apple is facing a class-action lawsuit accusing the company of exposing users to cancer-causing "forever chemicals" in its Watch bands. The lawsuit, filed in California, claims that certain Apple Watch bands, including the Sport Band and Ocean Band, contain high levels of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These chemicals are linked to cancer and fertility issues. The lawsuit alleges Apple knowingly concealed this information, despite marketing its products as health-promoting. The plaintiffs seek an injunction to stop the sale of the bands and monetary penalties. Apple maintains that its products are safe and undergo rigorous testing.

The CIA now believes the COVID-19 pandemic is "more likely" to have originated from a lab leak in Wuhan, China, rather than natural transmission. However, the agency admitted having "low confidence" in its conclusion, based on fresh analysis of existing intelligence. The declassified report, ordered by CIA director John Ratcliffe, states both lab-related and natural origin scenarios remain plausible. China's government has dismissed the claims as baseless and accused Washington of politicizing the pandemic. The World Health Organization's 2021 report suggested animal transmission as the likely origin but did not rule out a lab-related incident. Investigations are ongoing.

Germany declined Pakistan's request for advanced Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) submarine technology, citing its dubious reputation. Instead, Germany agreed to a $8 billion joint venture with India's Mazagon Dockyard Ltd (MDL) and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TkMS) to produce six AIP-equipped submarines. These submarines can remain submerged for 14 days, enhancing India's naval capabilities significantly. The decision comes amid increasing tensions and Pakistan’s limited AIP submarine fleet. Sources in the Indian Defence Ministry have lauded this collaboration as a strategic boost for India’s maritime defense. The project underscores Germany’s preference for reliable partnerships in sensitive military technology.

US President Donald Trump suggested relocating Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt, citing the region's destruction after Israel’s military actions. The proposal was supported by Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who called it a path to "new lives" for Gazans. However, Palestinian groups, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad, condemned the idea as an endorsement of war crimes. Hamas stated, "Our people will foil such displacement plans." The ongoing Gaza conflict, triggered by the October 7 Hamas attack, has resulted in 47,000 deaths. A ceasefire has facilitated limited prisoner exchanges but left Gaza in devastation.

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan marked Republic Day 2025 at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat. Dressed in white, Aamir participated in the flag hoisting ceremony, saluting Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and singing the National Anthem. Pictures shared by Gujarat Information on X showcased Aamir honoring India’s unity and spirit at the iconic location. Aamir is also promoting his son Junaid Khan's romantic comedy Loveyapa, set to release next month. The actor, who last appeared in Laal Singh Chaddha, will star in Sitaare Zameen Par, a sequel to his 2007 hit, releasing mid-2025.