NEWS 27-02-2026. News For 28th-Feb (Saturday) *International News* 1. PM Modi met Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel amid efforts to deepen strategic ties. It has triggered unease in Pakistan & Turkey. 2. Pakistan has conducted cross-border airstrikes in Afghanistan, killing at least a dozen civilians. 3. US has imposed 126% duty on solar imports from India, alleging unfair subsidies and impacting India’s renewable export sector. *National news* 1. PM Modi has unveiled MANAV Vision for human-centric AI governance at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. 2. India hosted representatives from 18 countries over the past 60 days, reflecting its rising global influence, strategic relevance, and expanding diplomatic outreach. 3. India has unveiled its first anti-terror doctrine “PRAHAAR,” outlining a proactive, zero-tolerance strategy with swift punitive response against terror threats. *Defence News* 1. Israel has offered Golden Horizon ALBM to India — a hypersonic air-launched ballistic missile capable of deep precision strikes. 2. IAF is weighing a deal to acquire Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter as an interim solution, while its indigenous AMCA programme continues development. 3. Israel has offerd technology transfer of Iron Dome and Iron Beam air defence systems to India. *Sports news* 1. Paris marathon sees record Indian participation, highlighting India’s growing long-distance running culture. 2. Neeraj Chopra clinched gold at the Asian Athletics Grand Prix, starting his 2026 season on a dominant note. 3. Indian women’s hockey team secured podium finish at the FIH Pro League leg, strengthening Olympic qualification prospects. < < Back