Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed strong displeasure over a controversial Class 8 NCERT Social Science chapter discussing alleged corruption in the judiciary. After the Supreme Court of India imposed a blanket ban on the textbook and ordered copies to be withdrawn, the Prime Minister reportedly asked how such content was cleared and who was responsible. Government sources said he stressed that accountability must be fixed. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed regret over the issue, while NCERT apologised and said the book would be revised following the court’s directions. (PC: NDTV)

The Supreme Court of India on February 27, 2026, rejected objections raised by the All India Trinamool Congress and the West Bengal government over a Election Commission of India training module for judicial officers appointed in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued the training could influence judges on which documents to accept, contravening prior court directives. The bench, led by Surya Kant, said judicial officers are independent and will not be swayed by training guidance, adding there was no need for further clarification. It emphasized that the Election Commission cannot override clear Supreme Court orders and cautioned against using technical objections to stall the SIR process, which aims to update voter lists ahead of elections. (PC: The Hindu)

On February 27, 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) faced sharp criticism from Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court, which discharged 23 accused in the Delhi liquor policy case. The court cleared former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and ex-Deputy CM Manish Sisodia, stating that the agency’s chargesheet lacked concrete evidence. The judge described parts of the investigation as “economically illiterate,” observing that the prosecution relied on assumptions rather than provable facts. The court highlighted major gaps, inconsistencies, and weak financial reasoning in the CBI’s case, ultimately ruling that no prima facie case was made out against the accused. (PC: PTI)

On February 27, 2026, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) faced sharp criticism from Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court, which discharged 23 accused in the Delhi liquor policy case. The court cleared former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and ex-Deputy CM Manish Sisodia, stating that the agency’s chargesheet lacked concrete evidence. The judge described parts of the investigation as “economically illiterate,” observing that the prosecution relied on assumptions rather than provable facts. The court highlighted major gaps, inconsistencies, and weak financial reasoning in the CBI’s case, ultimately ruling that no prima facie case was made out against the accused.

An earthquake was felt in Kolkata on Friday afternoon, with initial reports indicating the epicentre was located in neighbouring Bangladesh. Residents across the city reported feeling strong tremors, with one 12-year-old living in an apartment complex in Salt Lake describing the intensity of the shaking, saying "it was so strong the building moved." Further details regarding the magnitude, depth, and exact epicentre location are still awaited as authorities assess the situation. The tremors caused visible movement in multi-storey buildings across Kolkata's residential areas. More information is expected to emerge as official agencies including seismological departments release their assessments. (PC: X)

The Indian National Congress criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to Israel’s Parliament (Knesset), calling it an “unabashed defence” of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and saying it “diminished India’s moral standing” internationally. Modi spoke of support for the Gaza Peace Initiative as a path to “just and durable peace”, condemned terrorism, and expressed solidarity with Israel over the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh invoked historical letters between Jawaharlal Nehru and Albert Einstein, arguing India’s stance should balance empathy for both Israelis and Palestinians. (PC: ANI)

An Indian family from Sehore in Madhya Pradesh has claimed that the British government borrowed Rs 35,000 from their ancestor in 1917 and never repaid it.   Vivek Ruthia said his grandfather, Seth Jummalal Ruthia, gave the loan during the First World War. The family says they recently found documents and letters as proof.   “In 1917, my grandfather loaned Rs 35,000 to the British government. That amount has not been repaid to this day,” Vivek Ruthia said.   He plans to send a legal notice to the British government. The family says the amount, if calculated at today’s value, would be much higher. (PC: NDTV)

The Supreme Court has ordered an immediate stop on the use of an NCERT Class 8 Social Science book that carried a chapter on the judiciary. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant led the bench.   The court directed NCERT to ban and seize all printed copies of the withdrawn book. It also asked for the names of the authors and experts who prepared the chapter.   The bench sought records of meetings where the content was approved. State education departments were told to ensure the book is not used in schools.   The court said strict compliance with its directions is required.

In Hyderabad, 21-year-old Bonu Komali, a BSc student and part-time YouTuber originally from Visakhapatnam, was found dead by suicide at her rented flat in Manikonda on February 23. Hours before, she had sent her mother — who works in Kuwait — an emotional message saying “I love you” and asking her to take care of her younger brother. Police said her phone was later unreachable, prompting a welfare check. Komali was discovered hanging from a ceiling fan; a ladder and saree were found nearby. Initial investigation points to emotional distress linked to a prolonged relationship dispute. Police have registered a case of suspicious death and are examining digital evidence, messages and statements as part of a detailed probe. (PC: NDTV)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made digital history by becoming the first world leader and serving politician to surpass 100 million followers on Instagram — a milestone no other global head of government has reached. Joining the platform in 2014, Modi’s account has grown into one of the most engaging political profiles worldwide, with a following more than double that of US President Donald Trump. The combined follower count of the next five top global leaders still doesn’t match his total, highlighting his vast digital reach. This achievement underscores the rising importance of social media in modern political communication and global public engagement. (PC: X)