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1.The Biden administration announced on Wednesday that it was imposing sanctions on seven individuals and an entity over North Korea's weapons programs. The action comes after at least two known North Korean ballistic missile tests.-hindustantimes.com

2.The 14th round of India-China military dialogue on Wednesday failed to yield any positive outcomes but both countries decide to work towards mutually acceptable solutions to resolving the Ladakh LAC stand-off. The next round is expected to be held soon to continue the momentum of discussions.-hindustantimes.com

3.China's New Construction At Bhutan Border Has Big Implications For India.-China has accelerated settlement-building along its disputed border with Bhutan, with more than 200 structures, including two-storey buildings, under construction in six locations, according to satellite image analysis conducted for Reuters.-ndtv.com

4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with chief ministers on Thursday over the prevailing coronavirus disease (Covid-19) situation in the country amid a surge in infections due to the Omicron variant, according to people familiar with the matter. He will interact with the chief ministers at 4.30pm via video conferencing, people cited above said.-hindustantimes.com

5.As India reports over 1,94,720 new Covid cases in the last 24 hours, India Today TV Consulting Editor Rajdeep Sardesai speaks to Professor Bhramar Mukherjee, data scientist and epidemiologist, University of Michigan, on when India might ideally witness a peak in infections.-indiatoday.in

6.There may not be any relaxations in curbs till at least the middle of next month, looking at the rise in Covid cases in the state, said health minister Rajesh Tope on Wednesday.Experts say infection spread can be reduced by the imposition of restrictions and by increasing the speed of vaccination. The priority is to reduce viral spread.-The Times of India

7.Maharashtra Board clarifies exams to be conducted offline, as planned-According to the State Board timetable, Class 12 HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) oral exams are to be held between February 14 to March 3, 2022, and written exams will be held starting March 4, 2022. Similarly, for Class 10 SSC (Secondary School Certificate) oral and practical exams are to be held between February 25 to March 14, 2022, and written examinations will be held from March 15, 2022.-timesnownews.com

8.Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) government on Wednesday approved a proposal wherein shops prominently display a signboard in Marathi. The state cabinet passed the proposal that will be binding on all shops and establishments across the state.-indiatoday.in

9.Tata Group will be the title sponsor of the IPL for the next two seasons. The decision to award the title sponsor rights to Tatas in place of Vivo was taken at the Governing Council meeting of the IPL on 11 January.

10.Magna Café and Bar, a versatile eatery, has opened up in Thane. Tucked inside Thane Club it has a chic and Instagram-able vibe where guests can grab their coffee and clink their glasses.The menu is designed to suit global palettes with fresh ingredients from comprising of Asian, Mediterranean, Continental, and fusion Indian cuisine.-hotelierindia.com

11.M/s Al Habib Emporio, a hotel and development company based out of Srinagar, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts for a new hotel development under the trendy, lifestyle Ramada Encore by Wyndham brand.-hotelierindia.com