Arijit Singh, after announcing his retirement from playback singing, surprised fans with a live performance in Mumbai on February 4th, 2026. Videos of him singing iconic songs went viral, sparking joy and speculation about his future. While the reasons for his retirement are unclear, some suggest he may focus on composing, producing, or live performances. Veteran singer Udit Narayan expressed his admiration. Singh's contributions to Bollywood remain undeniable. He will be on his 2026 North American tour.

Manchester City triumphed over Liverpool 2-1 at Anfield, their first win there with fans since 2003. Szoboszlai's stunning free-kick put Liverpool ahead, but Silva equalized. A late penalty, converted by Haaland after Alisson's foul, sealed the victory for City. VAR disallowed a potential late equalizer from Cherki and sent off Szoboszlai. The win narrows City's gap to Arsenal in the title race and boosts their title aspirations.

At an event celebrating the RSS's centenary, Mohan Bhagwat praised Salman Khan's influence on youth fashion, suggesting it could promote positive values. Khan attended the event alongside other Bollywood figures like Ranbir Kapoor. Bhagwat also discussed national unity and population imbalance, attributing it to religious conversion and low birth rates, and defined "Hindu" as reflecting India's civilizational nature.

On February 9, 2026, petrol and diesel prices fluctuate due to global crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and local market dynamics. Crude oil is at $63.14 USD per barrel, gasoline at $1.94 USD per gallon. Tensions between the U.S. and Iran add to volatility. In the U.S., gasoline averages $2.897 per gallon, diesel $3.644. OPEC+ decisions, the U.S. dollar's value, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict influence prices. The EIA projects lower U.S. gasoline and crude oil prices in 2026 due to expected oversupply. Fluctuations affect consumer transportation costs.

Following Nepal's close loss to England in the T20 World Cup, former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn offered his services to the Nepal cricket team, a gesture celebrated by the Nepali side. Steyn expressed his admiration on X, prompting gratitude from players like Nandan Yadav. Nepal's performance, praised by figures like Yuvraj Singh, showcased their potential. While Steyn's role is unclear, his offer could significantly aid Nepal's cricket development by providing mentorship and experience.

Sourav Ganguly criticized PCB's threat to boycott the T20 World Cup match against India in Colombo, questioning the logic of forfeiting a crucial game. The PCB's potential boycott stems from Bangladesh's initial removal from the tournament due to security concerns and the Pakistani government's directive. The ICC warned PCB of severe consequences, demanding explanation for citing "Force Majeure." An ICC delegation met with PCB and BCB presidents to resolve the situation. Ganguly remains confident in the Indian team and supports their aggressive batting approach.