The United States has indicated that its trade agreement with India is nearing completion. US envoy Sergio Gor said both countries are "hopefully in the final steps" of the negotiations, adding that most of the India-US trade deal has already been completed. The remarks signal growing optimism over a pact expected to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation.
US Senator Steve Daines tells NDTV why he believes India is one of the world's strongest growth stories, saying, "If countries were stocks, I'd be buying India right now." In this exclusive interview, Daines discusses India's booming economy, the growing India-US strategic partnership, the proposed trade deal, H-1B visas, Indian students, investments, energy security, and the role of President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in strengthening bilateral ties.
पश्चिम बंगाल में नया पब्लिक सेफ्टी बिल पास, विपक्ष ने उठाए बड़े सवाल
Speaking to NDTV, US Senator Steve Daines expressed confidence in the growing India-US relationship, saying there is "a lot of momentum" between the two countries. He described India as America's trusted partner, praised the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighted the increasing investment by US companies in India, and acknowledged the significant contributions of the Indian-American diaspora, particularly in healthcare, research, and innovation.
Ayodhya police have intensified their probe into alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations, recording statements from former Trust general secretary Champat Rai and other functionaries. Investigators are meticulously examining the entire donation management process, from receipt to deposit, to identify procedural lapses and establish accountability. This crucial step aims to reconstruct the movement of funds and uncover any conspiracy, with financial records and evidence being corroborated.
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West Bengal's assembly has passed two bills to revise the OBC reservation framework, now recognizing 66 communities (54 Hindu, 12 Muslim) outside SC/ST categories. This move reverses changes made by the previous TMC government, which had faced legal challenges. The new legislation restores greater power to the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes, making its recommendations binding on the government for determining reservation percentages and community classifications.
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Morocco stunned the Netherlands in a dramatic penalty shootout, securing a 3-2 victory after a 1-1 draw to advance to the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup. Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou's crucial save paved the way for Ismael Saibari's winning penalty. The Atlas Lions fought back from Cody Gakpo's late goal, forcing extra time with a stoppage-time header, ending the Dutch's World Cup campaign.
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Finding a home under Rs 40 lakh in India's major cities is becoming a challenge, with only 10% of new launches falling into this category. Kolkata offers the best prospects, boasting 41% of its new supply below this price point. In contrast, cities like NCR and Bengaluru are dominated by luxury projects, making affordable options scarce for budget-conscious buyers.
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A Microsoft data center technician in Italy resigned on his final day, emailing thousands of colleagues across Europe to accuse the company of powering Israel's war in Gaza through its Azure cloud and European data centers. Published by No Azure for Apartheid, the email cites the Unit 8200 surveillance exposé and urges Microsoft workers to "reclaim our labor" and divest.
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India's Women's Selection Committee has unveiled the squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, where they aim to defend their gold medal title. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the team features a blend of seasoned stars and emerging talent, including Smriti Mandhana as vice-captain. The squad announcement sets the stage for another strong showing by the Indian women's cricket team on the international stage.
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Apple's tightly held manufacturing secrets have leaked online. Drop-test photos, parts lists, and supplier details for the unreleased iPhone 18 Pro surfaced on the dark web in a trove of 200,000+ files stolen from manufacturing partner Tata Electronics, Reuters reported. The leak maps hundreds of components to specific suppliers—information Apple never discloses—and exposes its negotiating leverage. Apple says it's "concerned" and investigating; Tata has tightened internal security controls.
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Four engineering students from Kerala developed Bandicoot, India's first robotic manhole-cleaning machine, after a 2015 sewer tragedy highlighted the dangers of manual scavenging. Launched through their startup, the robot enables safe, efficient sewer cleaning without human entry and is now deployed across 22 Indian states and four countries. The innovation has transformed hazardous sanitation work, trained former manual scavengers as robot operators, and encouraged wider adoption of AI-powered robotic sewer-cleaning technologies across Indian cities.
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The judgment was delivered on February 6, 2026, by a Division Bench of Justice N.S. Sanjay Gowda and Justice D.M. Vyas, dismissing a habeas corpus petition by the father seeking the production and custody of his minor daughter.
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A cramped service room unearthed near Pompeii's Civita Giuliana villa offers a rare glimpse into the lives of enslaved people. Equipped with basic beds and tools, this functional space reveals the hidden infrastructure supporting Roman elite households. The discovery, preserved by volcanic ash, highlights the social hierarchy and provides a crucial perspective on the lives of those often overlooked in historical accounts, shifting archaeological focus towards common people.
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Ancient human footprints, discovered at Australia's Lake Mungo, offer a rare glimpse into prehistoric life. These impressions, preserved for millennia, reveal how early Australians walked, travelled, and adapted to a changing environment. The find provides crucial insights into locomotion and group behaviours, humanizing the archaeological record and linking archaeology, geology, and human movement studies.
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