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US Air Force F‑22 stealth fighters have landed in Israel amid rising tensions with Iran and a broad American military buildup in the Middle East. Around a dozen Raptors touched down at an Israeli airbase after departing from the UK, underscoring Washington’s heightened deterrence posture as nuclear talks continue and the possibility of conflict looms.
The Chief Justice of India criticized an NCERT Class 8 textbook reference to “judicial corruption,” calling it a calculated attack on the judiciary’s integrity. Taking suo motu cognisance, he said judges had raised concerns. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal told the court that Bar members were deeply disturbed by its inclusion in school textbooks.
The Supreme Court took suo motu cognisance of a Class 8 NCERT textbook chapter on judicial corruption, calling it a “grave concern.” CJI Surya Kant and Justices Bagchi and Pancholi emphasized the issue could defame the judiciary. The book highlights corruption, case backlogs, and judge shortages, prompting top court scrutiny of its content.
Cyberattacks in India are intensifying, rising 2% this year compared to 2025, with weekly incidents averaging 3,195. Many attacks, often powered by AI, target education and government sectors. Maharashtra remains the most affected state, while 70% of breaches involve dangerous trojans, reports warn, stressing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity awareness.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, chaired by Shashi Tharoor, raised concerns about the timing of PM Modi’s Israel visit. During discussions on the MEA’s budget, members highlighted risks as India issued advisories for citizens to leave Iran amid potential US strikes, noting Israel could also become involved in the conflict.
Donald Trump, during his State of the Union, misspoke saying Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif “would have died” in the India-Pakistan conflict. He likely meant his intervention saved 35 million lives. Trump has repeatedly credited himself for defusing tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad, linking the breakthrough to his tariff-based diplomatic strategy.
Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to mention the genocide of innocent civilians in Gaza during his address to the Israeli Parliament. She emphasized that India must uphold truth, peace, and justice globally. Gandhi expressed hope Modi would demand justice for the victims on his Israel visit.
Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel amid escalating West Asia tensions. Jairam Ramesh condemned Israel’s displacement of Palestinians in the West Bank and ongoing attacks on Gaza civilians. He also mentioned Israel and the US planning strikes on Iran. Despite this, Modi is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
The Telangana state Intermediate exams have commenced today and will continue until March 18, with a total of 9,97,075 first- and second-year students appearing at 1,495 centers across the state. Exams are scheduled daily from 9 am to 12 pm, and officials have advised students to reach the centers at least an hour in advance […]
The DGCA has grounded four aircraft operated by VSR Ventures following the crash near Baramati that tragically killed MH DCM Ajit Pawar and four others on board. Safety audits revealed multiple serious lapses in procedures, maintenance, and operational compliance. Investigators from the AAIB are expected to release a preliminary report in the coming days.
Delhi’s Family Court has ruled in favor of Shikhar Dhawan, ordering his ex-wife Aesha Mukerji to return approximately Rs 5.72 crore. The court rejected the Australian property settlement, calling it incompatible with Indian law. The decision follows Dhawan’s 2023 divorce over mental cruelty, allowing him to move forward personally and financially.
Finance Minister OP Choudhary presented the Rs 1.72 lakh crore budget. Key initiatives include the Rani Durgavati Scheme for girls, development of Surguja and Bastar, two education cities, sports promotion, Bastar Fighters recruitment, and Indravati River barrages. The budget aligns with “Chhattisgarh Anjor 2047” and the SANKALP vision.
During 2024–25, 117,369 women and girls went missing in Maharashtra, with 86,228 traced. Urban areas showed higher recovery rates, especially Mumbai. Operation Muskaan has rescued over 41,000 children since 2015. Dedicated Missing Cells in all police stations and continuous monitoring underscore the govt’s focus on children’s safety.
Uttar Pradesh received investment proposals worth Rs 1 lakh crore from Singapore firms, including MoUs of Rs 60,000 crore, said CM Yogi Adityanath. AISATS will invest Rs 4,458 crore at Noida International Airport for cargo and catering facilities. The CM also explored skilling centers and employment models to replicate in UP.