Top 10 World News Updates For February 7, 2026

1. Winter Olympics: Milan-Cortina Games Officially Begin

2026 Winter Olympics have officially kicked off in Italy with a spectacular opening ceremony shared between Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. The event, themed "Armonia" (Harmony), showcased a blend of urban culture and alpine tradition. Athletes from around the globe have gathered to compete, despite concerns over rising temperatures affecting snow conditions in the Alps.

2. Cricket Glory: India Wins U19 World Cup

In a thrilling final, the India Under-19 cricket team defeated England by 100 runs to lift the World Cup trophy. Young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi was the star of the match, smashing a record-breaking 175 runs. His performance has already sparked conversations about his future in the senior national team, marking a historic day for Indian cricket.

3. Trade Boost: US Removes Tariffs on India

Starting today, the United States has officially removed the 25% additional tariff on specific imports from India. This move, authorized by a recent White House executive order, is expected to significantly boost bilateral trade. It signals a warming of economic ties and offers relief to Indian exporters who have faced high duties for years.

4. Tournament Start: ICC T20 World Cup Opens

Highly anticipated ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 begins today, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. With 20 teams competing, the tournament opener promises high energy. Fans are particularly focused on the upcoming matches in Colombo, where security has been tightened following geopolitical tensions, ensuring the sport remains the primary focus.

5. Space Milestone: ISRO Gaganyaan Timeline Set

ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan confirmed today that India’s ambitious Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission is on track for 2027. He also outlined plans for the Chandrayaan-4 and 5 lunar missions, slated for 2028. This announcement reinforces India's growing dominance in the global space economy and its commitment to manned space exploration.

6. Geopolitics: New START Treaty Expires

Global security experts are on high alert as the US and Russia formally exited the New START nuclear treaty. The expiration of this crucial arms control agreement leaves the world's two largest nuclear powers without legally binding restrictions on their arsenals for the first time in decades, sparking urgent calls for new diplomatic talks.

7. National Launch: Bharat Taxi Service Debuts

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched "Bharat Taxi," India’s first government-backed cooperative ride-hailing platform. Designed to compete with private giants, the service aims to provide better income security for drivers and affordable rates for commuters. The app went live today in major metros, promising a fairer model for the gig economy.

8. Diplomacy: PM Modi Visits Malaysia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Kuala Lumpur today to strengthen ties with ASEAN nations. The visit focuses on expanding trade partnerships, specifically in the semiconductor and defense sectors. This diplomatic engagement is seen as a strategic move to counterbalance regional influences and open new markets for Indian technology.

9. Tech Trends: Generative Coding Breakout

A new industry report released today identifies "Generative Coding" as the top technology breakthrough of 2026. AI tools are now writing over 30% of production-ready software for major tech firms. While this boosts productivity, experts warn it raises critical questions about quality control and the future role of human entry-level developers.

10. Global Health: Zero Tolerance for FGM

Following the observance of the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation yesterday, global leaders today pledged new funding to eradicate the practice by 2030. The World Health Organization highlighted that while progress is being made, accelerated efforts are needed in specific regions to protect the rights and health of millions of girls worldwide.