Today News Headlines for School Assembly, February 27, 2026: Pakistan declares ‘war’ on Afghanistan

In a dramatic political turn, O Panneerselvam, the former Chief Minister and AIADMK leader, is most likely to join the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam within the next hour, senior sources in both camps said on Friday morning.

Pradhan has said action will be taken against those involved in preparing a controversial NCERT chapter referring to “corruption in judiciary.” The statement was made amid debate surrounding the NCERT chapter on ‘corruption in judiciary’ and Pradhan’s response.

An analysis of recent decisions shows that in four out of five appeals between 2020 and 2025, the National Green Tribunal ruled in favour of developers, clearing projects under challenge. The findings are detailed in the NGT rulings favouring developers in majority of appeals.

The Maharashtra government is learnt to have prepared the first draft of a proposed anti-conversion law aimed at addressing cases of alleged forced religious conversions, an issue that leaders of the ruling Mahayuti coalition have often described as “love jihad”. Sources said the “preliminary” draft has been referred to the Law and Judiciary Department for feedback as part of the procedural process.

World News

India and Israel elevated their ties to a “Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation and Prosperity” and signed 17 pacts after talks Thursday between Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Benjamin Netanyahu, wrapping up what the Israeli Prime Minister called an “extraordinarily productive” and “extraordinarily moving” visit by the Indian Prime Minister.

Cuban authorities have reportedly killed four individuals aboard a US-registered speedboat in what officials described as a confrontation involving an armed group. The incident has been reported under the Cuban military firing on US-registered speedboat.

Pakistan has declared “open war” with Afghanistan after fresh airstrikes and cross-border attacks between the two neighbours, according to the Associated Press (AP).

Sports News

Jammu and Kashmir’s remarkable Ranji Trophy campaign has been hailed as a turning point for cricket in the region, with former cricketer Irfan Pathan reflecting on its growth. The journey is detailed in the Jammu and Kashmir’s Ranji Trophy rise and Irfan Pathan’s reflections.

Real Madrid have moved to ban a supporter after a Nazi gesture was reportedly made during their Champions League clash against Benfica. The action has been reported in the Real Madrid move to ban supporter after Nazi gesture vs Benfica.

Business News

New air ticket refund rules state that passengers cancelling tickets within 48 hours of booking will not be charged extra fees, offering relief to travellers. The update is outlined under the air ticket refund rules with no extra charge within 48 hours.

As part of Railways Reform Plan 2026, the RailTech Portal has been launched and the Railway Claims Tribunal has gone online to streamline services. The initiative is covered under the Railways Reform Plan 2026 with RailTech Portal launch.

Education News

Canada has recorded a sharp 90% decline in new foreign students and temporary workers, according to official immigration data. The trend is detailed in the Canada’s 90% drop in new foreign students and temporary workers.

From the next academic session, CBSE Class 6 students will study three languages, with English permitted as a ‘foreign’ language option. The curriculum change is outlined in the CBSE Class 6 three-language policy update.