Taylor Swift faced criticism after allegedly snubbing Céline Dion at the Grammy Awards despite Dion presenting her with the album of the year award. Fans expressed disappointment as Swift grabbed the award without acknowledging Dion, prompting backlash on social media. However, a backstage photo showed Swift embracing Dion, diffusing tensions. Swift, who announced her 11th studio album, "The Tortured Poets Department," earlier in the night, faces scrutiny amid speculation about her actions. Meanwhile, Dion's appearance came amid her battle with stiff person syndrome, with a documentary detailing her health journey set to premiere on Amazon's Prime Video.

The UN Security Council will convene at Russia's urgent request to address US airstrikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq and Syria. Moscow labeled the strikes as aggression against sovereign states, heightening tensions in the Middle East amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. The US retaliated for a drone attack that killed three American soldiers in Jordan. More US retaliation is planned, raising concerns. Iraq, Syria, and Iran criticized the strikes, with Iran denying involvement in the drone attack. The Security Council meeting follows escalating tensions in the region, with diplomatic efforts underway to address the situation.

India's second Test win against England saw notable records and milestones. Ravichandran Ashwin became India's top wicket-taker against England, surpassing BS Chandrasekhar with 97 dismissals. Jasprit Bumrah's bowling average of 10.11 ranks second-best for an Indian pacer taking nine or more wickets in a home Test. Bumrah's match haul of 9/91 is his second-best in Tests. Yashasvi Jaiswal's double hundred and Shubman Gill's ton marked a rare feat of two batters aged below 25 scoring centuries in a Test match since 1996. James Anderson set a record for most maidens bowled by a visiting bowler in India.          

A Hindu petitioner in Varanasi moves a trial court, seeking Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) direction to survey remaining cellars in the Gyanvapi complex. The plea aims to determine the precinct's religious character. It requests ASI to survey blocked entrances and uninvestigated cellars, emphasizing careful preservation. The petitioner asserts ASI's ability to remove obstructions safely. This follows religious rituals permitted by a Varanasi court, allowing prayers in the complex. The court granted permission following a petitioner's claim that their grandfather performed prayers there until 1993. The order specifies prayers by a temple trust-nominated priest.

In a pre-election attack, over 30 militants stormed a police station in northwest Pakistan's Draban region, killing at least 10 personnel and injuring six. The assailants, using sniper fire and hand grenades, briefly took control of the station. The incident comes amidst a surge in violence in the lead-up to critical general assembly elections. Political leaders have been targeted in recent attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan provinces. Despite concerns, the Election Commission of Pakistan plans to proceed with the scheduled elections after reviewing the security situation. The region, a stronghold of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam party, has witnessed heightened tensions, prompting calls for election postponement.            

Boeing confronts fresh challenges as its supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, detects improperly drilled holes in the fuselages of approximately 50 Boeing 737 jets. CEO Stan Deal acknowledges the issue, emphasizing it's not an immediate safety concern but could lead to delivery delays. This setback comes amid heightened scrutiny following an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 emergency landing due to a door plug malfunction. With ongoing investigations by the NTSB and FAA, Boeing's stock tumbles further. United and Alaska Airlines express frustration, while FAA clears some Max 9s for service after grounding them post-incident.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud has called for the prosecution of the returning officer involved in the Chandigarh mayoral elections, asserting that their conduct amounts to a "mockery of democracy." The Supreme Court, in response to allegations of ballot tampering, emphasized the need for legal action against the officer. Chandrachud condemned the officer's behavior, stating, "It is obvious that he has defaced the ballot papers. He needs to be prosecuted." The court has directed the preservation of all election records and postponed the upcoming Chandigarh Municipal Corporation meeting pending further investigation. The move underscores the judiciary's commitment to upholding electoral integrity and accountability.

Russia reports at least 28 deaths in a strike on a bakery in Lysychansk, Eastern Ukraine, blaming Ukraine for a "terrorist act." The building, housing a restaurant, was hit on Saturday. Russian officials claim servicemen, women, and a child died. Ukraine has not responded, but military bloggers suggest "collaborators" were present. The strike allegedly killed LNR's emergency minister, celebrating his birthday. Russia accuses Ukraine of targeting civilians deliberately. Unverified claims persist. Lysychansk, under Russian control since July 2022, sees ongoing conflict as Ukraine struggles to regain seized territory in the approaching second anniversary of Russia's invasion.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken embarked on his fifth crisis tour of the Middle East, aiming to broker a fresh truce between Israel and Hamas. Amid ongoing violence in southern Gaza, Blinken will visit Saudi Arabia, Israel, Egypt, and Qatar. Urgent humanitarian needs in Gaza remain a priority, as the region grapples with the aftermath of nearly four months of conflict. Efforts to secure a ceasefire intensify amidst escalating attacks by Iran-backed groups, prompting counteractions by the US. With no agreement yet reached, Blinken's diplomatic push underscores the pressing need for stability in the region.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal criticized a notice from the Delhi Police Crime Branch, expressing disappointment over the absence of a First Information Report (FIR) related to AAP's allegations of BJP attempting to "poach" legislators. Kejriwal accused police officers of engaging in "theatrics" orchestrated by their "political bosses." The CM, who claimed the BJP offered Rs 25 crore to seven AAP MLAs, stated that those probing the allegations were linked to the same forces. He also commented on the Enforcement Directorate's summons, vowing to respond in court, and criticized the arrest of Jharkhand's ex-CM Hemant Soren, deeming it detrimental to democracy.