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NCERT Class VIII textbook: Kerala Minister welcomes SC intervention over references to corruption in judiciary

V. Sivankutty demands that an independent expert committee probe all revisions and deletions in all NCERT textbooks in recent times

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:03 pm

Kumbalanghi panchayat Budget lays emphasis on housing project

The Budget also announced a Clean Kumbalanghi-Green Kumbalanghi project in collaboration with the Kochi Corporation and Clean Kerala company

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:01 pm

Arjun Pandian appointed Kasaragod Collector

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 9:01 pm

NSS denies permission for security checks at Mannam Samadhi ahead of Vice-Presidents visit

Objection pertains solely to inspections at the Samadhi Mandapam involving police dogs, say NSS sources

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:59 pm

'Some Surprised About India's Trade Deals With Developed World': PM Modi At Rising Bharat Summit

PM Modi said over the last 11 years, India has rediscovered its strength and shed what he described as a long-standing colonial mindset

News18 27 Feb 2026 8:57 pm

CCI Chairperson Outlines Vision for Indian Industry

Ravneet Kaur urges trade bodies to follow law, backs settlements regime

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:56 pm

Two CRPF Jawans Shoot Themselves Dead With Service Rifles In J&Ks Srinagar, Shopian

Srinagar, Feb 27: Two CRPF jawans allegedly died by suicide, shooting themselves with their service rifles, in Srinagar and Shopian districts of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday, officials said. Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan Hari Om, posted in a company located inside Parimpora police station in Srinagar city, allegedly shot himself dead with his service rifle and died on the spot. In another incident, CRPF jawan Manish shot himself with his service weapon and died at a camp in [] The post Two CRPF Jawans Shoot Themselves Dead With Service Rifles In J&Ks Srinagar, Shopian appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Feb 2026 8:56 pm

PM Urges India Inc To Invest, Take Advantage Of Budget

The Prime Minister said public capital expenditure had risen from Rs 2-lakh crores 11 years ago to over Rs 12-lakh crores in the Union Budget 2026-27, laying a strong foundation for expansion

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:56 pm

Revenue department calls for applications for final settlement of Neelakurinji Sanctuary

Applications invited from residents excluded from list issued earlier

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:55 pm

Govt. spending 13,722 crore to provide free electricity to farmers, says Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar

The Minister also says that 1.10 lakh agricultural electricity connections have been sanctioned so far to support the farming community

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:55 pm

JD(S) will stay in NDA, asserts Deve Gowda

I have seen several govts. and the current Congress govt. is the worst I have seen in my life, the former PM says at a JD(S) rally in Vijayapura

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:54 pm

DGP Nalin Prabhat Chairs Joint Security Review For Handwara And Kupwara

Kupwara/Handwara, Feb 27: The Director General of Police (DGP), Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Nalin Prabhat, on Thursday chaired a comprehensive joint security review meeting to assess the prevailing security scenario, operational preparedness, and strategic response mechanisms in Police District Handwara and District Kupwara. The high-level meeting was attended by senior officers including Special DGP (Coordination) Shri S.J.M. Geelani, IGP Kashmir Shri V.K. Birdi, and DIG North Kashmir Range Shri Maqsood-ul-Zaman. SSP Handwara Shri Sahil Sarangal (IPS) and SSP Kupwara Shri [] The post DGP Nalin Prabhat Chairs Joint Security Review For Handwara And Kupwara appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Feb 2026 8:53 pm

Security tightened ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Puducherry on Sunday

The visit, timed just days before the announcement of Assembly polls by the Election Commission of India, has raised expectations as the first National Democratic Alliance government in the Union Territory would be seeking a second term. Sources in the government said, the administration was working closely with the Prime Ministers Office to schedule the programme of Mr. Modi

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:52 pm

Why is gold price rallying today? Gold surges past $5,200 as US-Iran tensions rattle markets - experts reveal portfolio allocation strategy

Gold price today amid US-Iran tensions: Gold futures opened higher Friday, driven by ongoing geopolitical tensions and the potential for US military action against Iran. Investors are seeking safe-haven assets amid uncertainty, with gold prices showing substantial gains over the past week, month, and year. Experts offer varied advice on portfolio allocation to the precious metal.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:52 pm

2.52 Crore Cash Seized During Vehicle Checking in Kadapa District

The occupants failed to produce any valid bills or documents supporting the cash movement, raising suspicion among the authorities

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:52 pm

What Hillary Clinton said about Ghislaine Maxwell in her testimony

Hillary Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee regarding her connections to Jeffrey Epstein, stating Ghislaine Maxwell attended Chelsea Clinton's 2010 wedding as a guest of another individual. Clinton reiterated her lack of knowledge about Epstein and Maxwell's crimes, denying any involvement or visits to his properties.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:51 pm

Dow Jones free fall today: Why did the Dow crash 800 points inflation shock, Iran war fear and AI disruption slam US stock market on the last February trading day

The Dow Jones is crashing today. It fell 800 points down 1.57% on February 27, 2026. The S&P 500 dropped 0.78% and the Nasdaq sank 0.98%. The Dow Jones free fall today came after hot US inflation data shocked Wall Street. January Producer Price Index rose 0.5%, above forecasts. Core inflation jumped 0.8%. That fueled fears the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates higher for longer. At the same time, Iran war fears pushed oil prices up nearly 3%. Rising crude adds inflation pressure. AI stocks also slipped despite strong earnings, hitting the Nasdaq and S&P 500.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:49 pm

SPMVV ties up with Central Homeopathy unit

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:48 pm

80 pc Muslim women will vote for BJP in GHMC elections: Union Minister

Hyderabad: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay claimed that 80 percent of Muslim women have made up their minds to vote for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the upcoming Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) elections. Addressing media persons in Hyderabad on Friday, February 27, he said that his claim stemmed from Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 27 Feb 2026 8:47 pm

Aishwarya Rajinikanth Back in Directors Chair

Yuvan Shankar Raja on board for new project

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:45 pm

Watch | OPSs final gamble: From Jayalalithaas loyalist to Stalins camp Suggested Thumbnail: Survival Mode

In this episode of Tamil Nadu Elections with The Hindu, we decode OPSs journey, from Mr. Loyal and the face of the 2017 Dharma Yudham, to expulsion from the AIADMK, a brief alignment with the BJP, and finally his entry into the DMK.

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:45 pm

BDU to offer tailoring courses from March 10

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:43 pm

Kerala govt. creating skill pathways and platforms for youth employment: Minister R. Bindu

Aspire 2026 Job Fair sees 200 placements; MoU with Infosys to offer 16-week free Internship for Engineering students

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:41 pm

Word of the Day: Fopdoodle

Fopdoodle is a whimsical, old-fashioned term that dates back to the seventeenth century. Though rarely heard today, it appears in historical texts and dictionaries, offering a glimpse into the creativity of early English speakers. The word carries a playful, theatrical quality, making it memorable and engaging when used in speech or writing. Its rhythm and sound give it a lively charm, allowing it to stand out in conversation.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:40 pm

Revenue officials seal illegal resort in Munnar

It was alleged that the resort was operating without a no objection certificate from the Revenue department

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:38 pm

Steel cutting held at CSL

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:35 pm

Fire Country Season 4 Episode 10 release time, schedule and how to watch live: Global streaming timings worldwide, what to expect

Fire Country Season 4 Episode 10 release time, schedule and how to watch live is confirmed for Friday, February 27, 2026, on CBS. Fans can stream the episode on CBS, Paramount+, and other platforms. The episode, On the Carpet, follows Station 49 as they face a massive wildfire and tough decisions.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:33 pm

Indian Army conducts artillery exercise in Arunachal to boost high-altitude combat readiness

The exercise, held from February 23 to 25, significantly enhanced inter-agency coordination and operational preparedness in high-altitude terrain, a defence spokesperson said on Friday.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:32 pm

Ahead of SIR in Hyderabad, know logical discrepancies that can trigger notice

Hyderabad: Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters list is all set to begin in April in Telangana districts, including Hyderabad, and in view of it, citizens need to be aware that logical discrepancies can also trigger notices later. Ahead of the SIR, booth-level officers (BLOs) have already begun the process of linking names with Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 27 Feb 2026 8:30 pm

DGGI uncovers 593-crore fake invoice racket; mastermind held in Bengaluru

Officials have uncovered a massive Rs 593 crore fake invoice scam. The Directorate General of GST Intelligence arrested the alleged mastermind in Bengaluru. The syndicate issued invoices without supplying goods or services. This facilitated fraudulent claims of Input Tax Credit. Investigations are ongoing to identify more beneficiaries and the full extent of the fraud.

The Economic Times 27 Feb 2026 8:29 pm

DEECET Scheduled for May 21-22; Online Applications Open March 15

The test is held for admissions to diplma in elementary education (D.El.Ed) and diploma in pre-school education (DPSE)

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:29 pm

India's April-Jan Fiscal Deficit Hits Rs 9.8 Lakh Crore

The Centre received Rs 27.08 lakh crore (79.5 percent of corresponding RE 2025-26 of total receipts) up to January 2026, according to monthly accounts released by the Controller General of Accounts (CGA)

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:28 pm

Stage set for Class XII examinations in Karur

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:28 pm

Two more Youth Congress workers arrested in AI Summit shirtless protest case

The accused, identified as Girdhar and Kuber Meena, take the total number of arrests in the case to 14, the officer said

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:26 pm

Naidu, Jagan condole demise of Chilkur Balaji temple head priest Soundararajan

Naidu describes his spiritual services as exemplary and says his passing is an irreparable loss to the spiritual community

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:25 pm

Nearly 3,984 children rescued in six months: NCPCR representative

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) in collaboration with the District Administration of Kodagu organised a district-level conference in Madikeri to deliberate on key child rights issues

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:24 pm

State-level inauguration of Kerala Climate Resilient Agri-Value Chain Modernisation (KERA) at Cherthala on March 2

A flagship initiative of Kerala government, the 2,365-crore project is aimed at addressing the challenges posed by climate change and fragmented markets and dwindling farmer incomes

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:23 pm

'EU FTA Not Only For Make In India, But Make With Europe and India': Swedish Envoy At Rising Bharat

Swedish ambassador to India Jan Thesleff said the India-EU free trade agreement should be seen as more than a trade deal because it is a broader signal of growing together

News18 27 Feb 2026 8:21 pm

Mangaluru CEN Police Arrest Six, Including Youths From Andhra And Telangana

According to the police, the case was registered after Mohammed Iqbal from the Bunder area of Mangaluru city complained that his friend Ibrahim had asked him to provide a current account for business purposes.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:20 pm

JNU protest over alleged VCs casteist remark faces detentions and police action

Tensions flared at JNU after students attempted to march to the Ministry of Education over an alleged casteist remark by Vice-Chancellor Santishree Pandit and in support of the Rohith Vemula Act.

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:19 pm

Kollam Corporation Budget presented; focus on tourism, transformative development projects

Budget allocates 100 crore for transforming Kollam into a top-tier tourist destination. It also proposes demolition of existing Chinnakada flyover to make way for a modern elevated flyover stretching from Kollam railway station to taluk office in order to alleviate congestion in the heart of the city

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:18 pm

East City Corporation fast-tracks land acquisition to improve connectivity between ORR and PRR

Additional Commissioner Lokhande Snehal Sudhakar directed officials toexpediteprocedures related to the implementation of a 24-metre-wide road, as proposed in the Revised Master Plan2015

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:16 pm

Tambaram police destroy 910 kg of ganja

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:16 pm

'Everyone Would Want Good Relations With India': Ex-Singapore FM At Rising Bharat Summit 2026

Yeo said India was on the trajectory of self-sustaining development and all its neighbours would want to have good relations with New Delhi in 10-15 years.

News18 27 Feb 2026 8:13 pm

Amitabh Bachchan To Do His Own Stunts in Kalki 2

The veteran actor is determined to do what the scenes require, dismissing concerns about age

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:13 pm

Balanced Minds, Bold Innovators To Steer Nation Towards Sustainable Development: LG Manoj Sinha

Jammu, Feb 27: Asserting that students must embrace innovation, research on fresh ideas, experiment and give impetus to nation-building, Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said the youth hold boundless power to steer society and the nation towards the future. He emphasised the need for shaping balanced minds and bold innovators for sustainable development. Empowered youth engineer the future and I believe intellectual depth, creative strength and innovative youth leadership are essential for national advancement, the L-G [] The post Balanced Minds, Bold Innovators To Steer Nation Towards Sustainable Development: LG Manoj Sinha appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 27 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

Tirumala laddu issue continues to rock Legislative Council

Government ready to discuss the issue for three days if necessary, but the YSRCP members are blocking debate out of fear that facts will emerge, says Agriculture Minister Atchannaidu

The Hindu 27 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

Activists Urge HD Kumaraswamy To Supply NMDC Ore To Revive KIOCL, VISL

Activist TM Shivakumar, Ugranarasimhegowda, Somasekhar Gowda, Shreeshaila Aladhalli, MLK Naidu, Eranna Mulimani, Yugandar and Ganesh handed over the letter to the Minister through Ballari Deputy Commissioner.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

Science Day Fete Begins at Rashtrapati Nilayam

The event began with a welcome address by the Rashtrapati Nilayam manager, followed by an audio-visual presentation highlighting Padma awardees from Telangana in the fields of science and engineering

Deccan Chronicle 27 Feb 2026 8:10 pm