Rashtrapati Bhavan condemned Sonia Gandhi’s comments about President Murmu’s address, describing them as in poor taste and avoidable. PM Modi and BJP leaders criticized Sonia for disrespecting the first tribal
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Vande chant case: Court orders FIR against SHOVande chant case: Court orders FIR against SHO
A Delhi court directed the registration of an FIR against the former SHO of Jyoti Nagar police station for allegedly committing hate crimes during the 2020 Delhi riots. The court

Air traffic controller left early from work before crash: reportAir traffic controller left early from work before crash: report
The responsibility of handling air traffic control for helicopters and incoming planes at Reagan National Airport were combined on Wednesday night ahead of a deadly collision, a report said. Sometime

Serbia rocked by anti-corruption protests after construction tragedySerbia rocked by anti-corruption protests after construction tragedy
Mass protests have rocked Serbia for months as protesters demand justice and accountability after the deaths of 15 people in the collapse of a railway station. Tens of thousands of

Trump administration to pause federal government websites in effort to eliminate DEI, anti-Trump contentTrump administration to pause federal government websites in effort to eliminate DEI, anti-Trump content
The Trump administration will put a pause on most federal government websites Friday evening in an effort to eliminate DEI content and any language opposed to President Trump’s agenda, Fox

Dutch police arrest three suspects after the theft of a priceless golden helmet from RomaniaDutch police arrest three suspects after the theft of a priceless golden helmet from Romania
Dutch authorities on Wednesday arrested three suspects after the theft of a priceless ancient golden helmet that is considered a cultural icon of Romania and had been on display in

DOGE announces more than $1B in savings after canceling 104 federal DEI contractsDOGE announces more than $1B in savings after canceling 104 federal DEI contracts
The new federal Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced Friday that taxpayers will see just over a $1 billion savings through the elimination of 104 diversity, equity and inclusion-related (DEI)

Reese Witherspoon accidentally roasted A-list actress, and it ended their friendshipReese Witherspoon accidentally roasted A-list actress, and it ended their friendship
Reese Witherspoon is still “haunted” by a speech she made years ago. In a new interview, Witherspoon, who is promoting her new film, “You’re Cordially Invited,” with Will Ferrell, recalled

DC plane crash: Potomac River divers’ search for bodies complicated by conditions out of their controlDC plane crash: Potomac River divers’ search for bodies complicated by conditions out of their control
As recovery efforts on the Potomac River continue after a midair collision between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines plane on Wednesday night, a Virginia rescue diver and firefighter
Book excerpt: “Source Code: My Beginnings” by Bill GatesBook excerpt: “Source Code: My Beginnings” by Bill Gates
In his new autobiography, the computer pioneer and philanthropist writes of his origins, and about how, in eighth grade, he discovered BASIC, which introduced him to the elegance and exacting
Trump says he’ll impose tariffs on oil and gas imports next monthTrump says he’ll impose tariffs on oil and gas imports next month
President Trump on Friday proposed significant new tariffs on multiple sectors of the economy.
Trump officials say some government sites will pause to remove DEI contentTrump officials say some government sites will pause to remove DEI content
The Trump administration plans to pause some federal government websites to remove content contrary to the president’s thinking, administration officials tell CBS News.
A Psychedelic Journey | Sunday on 60 MinutesA Psychedelic Journey | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Thousands of veterans are traveling overseas seeking relief at psychedelic retreats. Sunday, Anderson Cooper follows nine veterans on a psychedelic journey to the west coast of Mexico.

UK extremism report draws India criticismUK extremism report draws India criticism
The Indian government has responded after a leaked UK government report listed Khalistan extremism and Hindu nationalist extremism as threats. The ministry of external affairs highlighted the known extremist threats

India red flags Maldives trade pacts with China and TurkiyeIndia red flags Maldives trade pacts with China and Turkiye
India has cautioned the Maldives against entering trade agreements that may jeopardize its fiscal stability, after the archipelago nation signed pacts with China and Turkiye. New Delhi emphasized that these

Working with US for early extradition of 26/11 accused Rana: MEAWorking with US for early extradition of 26/11 accused Rana: MEA
The Indian government is working with US authorities on procedural issues for the early extradition of Mumbai attacks accused Tahawwur Rana, following the US Supreme Court’s refusal to hear his

GBS outbreak could have been checked in 4 days: ExpertGBS outbreak could have been checked in 4 days: Expert
A Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Pune, affecting 140 people, could have been contained within four days if adequate health measures were taken, according to virologist Dr T Jacob John.

4 given death in Karnataka for killing inter-caste couple in 20194 given death in Karnataka for killing inter-caste couple in 2019
A district court in Gadag, Karnataka sentenced four individuals to death for the 2019 ‘honour killing’ of Gangamma Rathod and her husband Ramesh Madar. Despite their inter-caste marriage and two

2nd stampede at Maha Kumbh? Cops to verify via footage2nd stampede at Maha Kumbh? Cops to verify via footage
Witnesses cited by various media outlets reported several injuries following a supposed rerun of Wednesday’s Akhara Marg stampede at 6am, as pilgrims moved en masse towards the ghats. Some accounts

10 on way from Kumbh Mela died in 2 UP road crashes10 on way from Kumbh Mela died in 2 UP road crashes
Ten pilgrims returning from the Maha Kumbh were killed in two separate road accidents in Uttar Pradesh on Friday. Eight were crushed under a truck in Ghazipur and two died

Supreme Court against VIP darshan in shrines, but gives no orderSupreme Court against VIP darshan in shrines, but gives no order
The Supreme Court has agreed with a PIL petitioner that VIP darshan facilities at temples and religious places should be eliminated to ensure equal access for all devotees. Despite acknowledging

‘I pray to Lakshmi to bless poor, middle class’: PM Modi on Budget‘I pray to Lakshmi to bless poor, middle class’: PM Modi on Budget
PM Modi sought special blessings from Goddess Lakshmi for the middle class and poor during the Budget session. This gesture, emphasized by President Murmu, hints at potential tax reliefs and

Two players ejected after shoving fiasco, LSU’s Kim Mulkey slaps clipboard in chippy college basketball gameTwo players ejected after shoving fiasco, LSU’s Kim Mulkey slaps clipboard in chippy college basketball game
Tempers flared during Thursday’s highly anticipated Top-25 women’s college basketball matchup between the one-loss LSU Tigers and the Oklahoma Sooners. The game featured players shoving — which led to ejections

Legal experts say Kash Patel’s opposition to warrant requirement is not a major splitLegal experts say Kash Patel’s opposition to warrant requirement is not a major split
Kash Patel, President Donald Trump‘s pick for FBI director, claimed Thursday that he won’t stand for federal law enforcement needing a warrant for surveillance in some scenarios because it’s plainly impractical

Former Lia Thomas opponents share ‘abuse,’ push Georgia lawmakers to pass trans athlete in women’s sports banFormer Lia Thomas opponents share ‘abuse,’ push Georgia lawmakers to pass trans athlete in women’s sports ban
A Georgia state Senate committee passed the Fair and Safe Athletic Opportunities Act Thursday after testimony from multiple female athletes who have competed against and shared locker rooms with transgender

Angel Reese set for LSU homecoming with WNBA preseason gameAngel Reese set for LSU homecoming with WNBA preseason game
Angel Reese will be back on her old stomping grounds later this year. As part of the WNBA preseason, Reese and her Chicago Sky will be headed to Baton Rogue

New bird flu strain detected on poultry farm as experts monitor mutationsNew bird flu strain detected on poultry farm as experts monitor mutations
A new strain of bird flu (highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI) has been detected on a duck farm in California. The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) reported the outbreak

Bronny James receives sarcastic ‘MVP’ chants in road blowout during garbage timeBronny James receives sarcastic ‘MVP’ chants in road blowout during garbage time
LeBron James is used to hearing MVP chants no matter where he plays, but most of the time, they’re for him. However, on Thursday night, they were for a different
FBI agents who worked on Trump and Jan. 6 probes could be fired soon, sources sayFBI agents who worked on Trump and Jan. 6 probes could be fired soon, sources say
The Justice Department initiated the personnel changes and has informed FBI leadership.
This week on “Sunday Morning” (February 2)This week on “Sunday Morning” (February 2)
A look at the features for this week’s broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Robert Lighthizer | Sunday on 60 MinutesRobert Lighthizer | Sunday on 60 Minutes
You may not know Robert Lighthizer, but his influence with President Trump could change America’s economy. Scott Pelley reports, Sunday.
Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s funding freezeFederal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s funding freeze
A memo from the Office of Management and Budget ordering a freeze on federal assistance sparked confusion across the country earlier this week.
What will a $100,000 HELOC cost monthly in 2025?What will a $100,000 HELOC cost monthly in 2025?
HELOC interest rates just hit an 18-month low. Here’s what a $100,000 HELOC could cost monthly this year.
DeepSeek’s hardware spend could be as high as $500 million, new report estimatesDeepSeek’s hardware spend could be as high as $500 million, new report estimates
A new report from SemiAnalysis said that DeepSeek’s hardware spend is “well higher than $500M,” significantly above prior estimates.

After game zone blaze, Rajkot proposes fire taxAfter game zone blaze, Rajkot proposes fire tax
Following the tragic fire incident that claimed 27 lives, Rajkot Municipal Corporation has proposed a fire tax in its 2024-25 budget to fund major improvements in firefighting infrastructure. The budget

Ex-soldier held in Shillong for tiger poachingEx-soldier held in Shillong for tiger poaching
A former Assam Rifles soldier, Lalneisung, was arrested by Maharashtra Police SIT for his involvement in a tiger poaching network. He facilitated deals between poachers and buyers of tiger parts.

Karnataka 1st state to notify SC order on ‘right to die with dignity’Karnataka 1st state to notify SC order on ‘right to die with dignity’
The Karnataka government has authorized the ‘right to die with dignity’ for terminally ill patients with no hope of recovery, following a Supreme Court ruling. The decision mandates primary and

PM targets opposition: ‘No foreign hand stoking fire before session this time’PM targets opposition: ‘No foreign hand stoking fire before session this time’
PM Modi remarked that this was the first Parliament session since 2014 without attempts from abroad to disrupt proceedings, alluding to past incidents like the Hindenburg report on Adani Group.

Gukesh becomes new World No. 3 as Pragg beats top seed CaruanaGukesh becomes new World No. 3 as Pragg beats top seed Caruana
Gukesh Dommaraju ascended to World No. 3 after drawing against reigning champion Wei Yi at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025. Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa scored a stunning win over top seed

Promoter of tech firm dies during ED raid in Mumbai suburbPromoter of tech firm dies during ED raid in Mumbai suburb
Sixty-two-year-old Dinesh Nandwana, chairman emeritus of Vakrangee, died on Friday during an ED raid at his Andheri (East) home. The police await postmortem results to ascertain the cause of death.

Country singer Carly Pearce’s ‘debilitating chest pain’ led to chronic heart condition diagnosisCountry singer Carly Pearce’s ‘debilitating chest pain’ led to chronic heart condition diagnosis
Country music star Carly Pearce is sharing a health update after she was diagnosed with a heart condition called pericarditis. The 34-year-old singer detailed her “intense” symptoms during an appearance

Trump official travels to Venezuela to negotiate deal for deporting Tren de Aragua gang membersTrump official travels to Venezuela to negotiate deal for deporting Tren de Aragua gang members
President Donald Trump’s envoy for special missions, Richard Grenell, has traveled to Venezuela to deliver an in-person message to socialist dictator Nicolás Maduro about accepting violent criminals deported from the

California man pleads guilty after his drone collides with aircraft fighting Palisades FireCalifornia man pleads guilty after his drone collides with aircraft fighting Palisades Fire
A California man is facing up to one year in federal prison for recklessly operating a drone that crashed into a Super Scooper firefighting aircraft as the crew was battling

World’s first AI-designed, 3D-printed shoe wants to be the next CrocsWorld’s first AI-designed, 3D-printed shoe wants to be the next Crocs
Move over, Crocs. There’s a new contender in the world of unconventional footwear. Syntilay, a startup with a sparkle in its eye and artificial intelligence on its mind, has just

Late-night CBP helicopter ride-along shows advanced tech used to apprehend migrantsLate-night CBP helicopter ride-along shows advanced tech used to apprehend migrants
Fox News took an exclusive late-night helicopter ride over the El Paso, Texas, sector, offering a glimpse into U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations to capture migrants trying to

Dem bill blames LA wildfire damage on fossil fuel emissions, holds oil and gas industry liableDem bill blames LA wildfire damage on fossil fuel emissions, holds oil and gas industry liable
California Democrats are attempting to make state oil and gas companies pay for damage caused by the Los Angeles wildfires, claiming that fossil fuel emissions are to blame for the
Officials still working to recover remaining bodies from midair D.C. plane crashOfficials still working to recover remaining bodies from midair D.C. plane crash
Work is continuing in the Potomac River to recover bodies from Wednesday’s midair collision between an American Airlines plane and an Army helicopter. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more.