A union of app-based taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers has announced a one-day strike on Saturday to press several demands, including addressing concerns over the installation of panic buttons, low income, and exploitation.

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India-US trade deal: India and the United States on 6 February announced an interim trade framework ahead of their Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), with commitment from both sides to broaden trade and reduction in the US reciprocal tariffs to 18%.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday departed for a two-day visit to Malaysia, where he will hold bilateral talks with his counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim. This will be PM Modi’s third visit to Malaysia and his first since bilateral ties were upgraded to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership” in August 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs stated.

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South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb has apologised after it mistakenly transferred over $40 billion worth of bitcoins to customers as part of a promotion event.

The accidental deposit of 6,20,000 Bitcoins, worth over $40 billion, into the wallets of 695 affected users, briefly prompted a selloff on the platform, as per the report.

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A little over a month into 2026, a series of aeroplane accidents and close calls has once again brought aviation safety into focus. Here's a look at the aviation mishaps that have been reported in 2026 so far.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru have a new bidder, as the IPL defending champions are being eyed by one of the owners of Manchester United. According to a report by State of Play, the Glazer family have already submitted a bid to own the WPL and IPL champion side.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/sports/cricket-news/new-bidder-emerges-for-rcb-manchester-united-owner-submit-highest-offer-to-acquire-ipl-champions-report-11770438837452.html

#WATCH | Varanasi, UP: Devotees and cricket fans gathered at the Ganga Ghat in Varanasi to perform a special Ganga Aarti and prayers for India's success in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s espionage thriller Dhurandhar has emerged as a global streaming success, securing the No. 1 position on Netflix’s worldwide Top 10 list for non-English films.

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All India Medical Students Association (AIMSA) wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, appealing for the safety and protection of Indian medical students in Russia.

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/four-indian-students-hurt-in-violent-attack-in-russia-medical-students-body-aimsa-writes-to-pm-modi-unacceptable-11770519316610.html

India–Oman Defence Ties Deepen as Gujarat Shipyard Wins Naval Training Vessel Deal

India has signed a key defence agreement with Oman to build a training vessel at Gujarat’s Swan Defence and Heavy Industries shipyard, marking a major boost for India’s indigenous shipbuilding sector.

The project highlights India’s growing role in exporting defence equipment and deepening strategic ties in the Indian Ocean region.

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpHbdCNE7KA

India and Malaysia announced a series of initiatives to strengthen cooperation in defence and security, semiconductors, and trade, following wide-ranging talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart, Anwar Ibrahim

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The Office of the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, stated that recent media and social media reports linking His Holiness to Jeffrey Epstein were false, emphasising that he has "never met Jeffrey Epstein."

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#WATCH | Delhi: To mark the completion of one year in office by the BJP-led Delhi government, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, PWD Minister Parvesh Verma and BJP National President Nitin Nabin flagged off the electric buses and the Delhi-Panipat bus service.

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs from Kuala Lumpur airport after concluding his two-day visit to Malaysia.

India and Malaysia announced initiatives to enhance cooperation in defense, security, and trade following talks between PM Modi and Anwar Ibrahim.

Commitments to counterterrorism and maritime security, with plans for collaboration in AI, semiconductors, and health.

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The arrest of Dhruv Dutt Sharma, the man behind Gurugram’s well-known 32nd Avenue commercial hub, has triggered serious questions about investor safety and regulatory oversight in India’s commercial real estate sector.

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/who-is-dhruv-sharma-gurugram-32nd-avenue-ceo-arrested-for-selling-1-floor-to-25-buyers-alleged-rs-500-crore-fraud-11770545150879.html

India-US trade deal: Interim pact to boost Indian stock markets, over 30 stocks to buy today — 9 February 2026👇

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/indiaus-trade-deal-interim-trade-deal-to-boost-indian-stock-markets-nifty-50-sensex-over-30-stocks-to-buy-today-11770565748647.html

Stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five breakout shares to buy today — 9 February 2026👇

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/stocks-to-buy-or-sell-sumeet-bagadia-recommends-five-breakout-shares-to-buy-today-9-february-2026-11770551727690.html

Gold, silver rates today: Gold price above $5,000/oz, silver price hovering around $79. Should you buy?

Find out 👇

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Buy or sell: Vaishali Parekh recommends three intraday stocks to buy today — 9 February 2026

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/buy-or-sell-vaishali-parekh-recommends-three-intraday-stocks-to-buy-today-9-february-2026-11770601243375.html

Nifty 50, Sensex today: What to expect from Indian stock market in trade on February 9👇

https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/nifty-50-sensex-today-what-to-expect-from-indian-stock-market-in-trade-on-february-9-11770559774144.html