1 The 68th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony was held in Los Angeles.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony opened at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles . Comedian Trevor Noah hosted the ceremony for the sixth and final time. Kendrick Lamar led the nominations with nine, while Lady Gaga followed closely behind with seven. The ceremony saw a victory for Bad Bunny , who won Album of the Year , marking a historic Grammy for a K-pop artist . The Music Film award went to the poignant documentary ” Music by John Williams ,” meaning director Steven Spielberg officially won his first Grammy. This marked his EGOT win, making him the only artist to hold an Emmy, Grammy, Tony, and Oscar. Tibetan guru the Dalai Lama also won his first Grammy for Best Audiobook, Narrator, or Storytelling Recording for ” Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama .” Youngblood won his first Grammy Award in the Rock Performance category for his cover of Black Sabbath’s song “Changes – Live from Villa Park.” Hardcore band Turnstile won their first Grammy Award in the Rock Album category and later in the Metal Performance category. Experimental dance-pop artist FKA Twigs won her first Grammy Award in the Best Electronic Album category for the album “Usexua,” becoming the second Black woman to win the award in this category.
2 Indian Air Force to participate in Singapore Air Show 2026
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in the Singapore Air Show 2026 with the indigenously designed and manufactured Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) ‘Dhruv’ , including the renowned Sarang Helicopter Display Team . Renowned for its precision flying capabilities, close-formation maneuvering, and disciplined display, the Sarang Team impressively showcased the ALH Dhruv’s operational versatility, agility, and reliability. It also demonstrated its suitability for a variety of operational roles. Singapore Air Show 2026, Asia’s premier biennial aerospace and defense exhibition event, is being held at the Changi Exhibition Centre from February 3 to 8, 2026. The Sarang Aerobatic Team was formed in 2005 and is equipped with five state-of-the-art Light Helicopters (ALH).
3 edition of Future Warfare Course launched in New Delhi
India has formally begun the process of preparing its military leadership for future wars . The third edition of the Future Warfare Course commenced in New Delhi on February 2, 2026. The three-week program is being attended by officers from the Army, Navy, and Air Force , as well as experts from the defense industry . The course focuses on how technology, geopolitics, and new dimensions of warfare are transforming military operations. Its aim is to make the Indian Armed Forces adaptable, integrated, and future-ready.
Various insurgent organizations, political figures, and sections of the Baloch population in Pakistan have expressed their support for the second phase of Operation Harof, being carried out by the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) . The BLA claimed this was done because its fighters continue to hold positions in several districts of Balochistan province, more than 15 hours after launching coordinated attacks against Pakistani security officials. The people of Balochistan are currently fighting for their independence from Pakistan. Various human rights organizations in Balochistan have repeatedly exposed the repression perpetrated by the Pakistani military in the province. This includes violent raids on the homes of Baloch leaders and civilians, illegal arrests, enforced disappearances, a policy of murder and dumping of bodies, and the filing of fabricated police cases.
5 Israel to end Doctors Without Borders/MSF humanitarian operations in Gaza
Israel has said it is ending Doctors Without Borders (MSF ) humanitarian operations in Gaza after the organization, which had promised to provide a list of its Palestinian staff by Tuesday, later refused to do so. An Israeli statement said assessments are being carried out to ensure continued humanitarian assistance to Gaza Strip residents after the organization’s departure.
6 Iran objects to the designation of the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization, summons EU ambassadors
Iran has summoned all EU ambassadors to protest the EU ‘s decision to declare the Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organisation . Meanwhile, the Iranian parliament speaker said Iran considers all EU military forces as terrorist groups, citing a 2019 law. The move follows the EU’s decision last week to list the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist group. Thousands of people were killed and thousands detained in the Revolutionary Guard’s violent crackdown on nationwide protests last month.
7 Sarvesh Ranjan has been appointed as the new Chief General Manager of Union Bank of India.
Union Bank of India has announced a significant change at the leadership level . Sarvesh Ranjan has been promoted to the post of Chief General Manager (CGM) . The appointment has been made after the retirement (superannuation) of Bhaskar Rao Kare . The move reflects the bank’s focus towards maintaining leadership continuity and strengthening operational efficiency. Union Bank of India informed that Bhaskar Rao Kare, who was serving as Chief General Manager (CGM), retired from the bank’s services on January 31, 2026.
India’s biodiversity has received another boost when scientists discovered a new orchid species in the Kanthallur region of Kerala . The discovery, announced in January 2026, highlights that India’s forest areas are still home to numerous unrecognized and undiscovered plant species. Orchid plants are considered a sensitive indicator of ecosystem health, and this discovery further reinforces the ecological importance of the Western Ghats . The new orchid species was discovered in the Kanthallur region of Kerala’s Idukki district, a high-altitude region located near the Western Ghats—one of the world’s eight major biodiversity hotspots.
9 Asian Rifle and Pistol Shooting Championship 2026 begins in New Delhi
The Asian Rifle and Pistol Shooting Championships 2026 begins at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in New Delhi . The two-week long competition will feature Asia’s top athletes. Competitors will vie for victory in the 10m, 25m, and 50m rifle and pistol events in the men’s, women’s, junior, and youth categories. The events will include individual, team, and mixed team events, showcasing the full range of shooting talent. Athletes from 17 countries are participating in the event.
10 Haryana Thunder won the Pro Wrestling League 2026 title
In wrestling , Haryana Thunder won the Pro Wrestling League 2026 title by winning the final against Delhi Dangal Warriors at the Noida Indoor Stadium . The score was tied at 4-4 after eight bouts. The onus then rested on the final bout in the women’s 62 kg category , where Paris Olympic silver medalist Irina Kolyadenko put in a stellar performance. Turan Bayramov of Delhi Dangal Warriors was awarded the Player of the Tournament award for winning seven out of seven bouts in the 57 kg category . He earned a total of 59 points in PWL 2026, while Punjab Royals’ Chandermohan was the tournament’s highest scorer. Neha Sangwan of Haryana Thunder received the Player of the Match award for keeping the final match thrilling until the very end, while Raunak received the Fighter of the Match award for his impressive performance in the men’s 125 kg category. Akshay Dhere, who delivered a strong performance in the men’s 57kg category, was named Impact Player of the Match. Haryana Thunder’s victory capped off a memorable PWL 2026 season.
Rheumatoid arthritis is often mistaken for joint pain alone, but in reality, it’s a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect the entire body and profoundly impact quality of life. Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day, observed globally on February 2nd each year , emphasizes the importance of early detection, appropriate treatment, and emotional support for those living with this lifelong condition. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joint tissue. This results in pain, swelling, stiffness, and inflammation, typically affecting joints on both sides of the body equally. Over time, the disease can damage cartilage and bones and can also affect organs such as the heart, lungs, eyes, and blood vessels. For this reason, rheumatoid arthritis is considered a systemic disease, affecting the entire body, not just the joints.
12 World Wetlands Day 2026
World Wetlands Day is celebrated worldwide on February 2nd . The theme for World Wetlands Day 2026 is ” Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: A Celebration of Cultural Heritage .” This year’s global theme highlights how traditional and indigenous knowledge has protected wetlands for centuries. World Wetlands Day is celebrated annually on February 2nd, commemorating the signing of the Ramsar Convention in Ramsar, Iran, in 1971. The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of wetlands, such as lakes, swamps, mangroves, floodplains, and lagoons. These ecosystems provide clean water, mitigate flooding, store carbon, and support rich biodiversity.