Last Updated:February 25, 2026, 14:24 IST

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In today’s afternoon digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel, Trump’s State of the Union address, and more.

PM Modi’s Israel Visit Live: Israeli President Isaac Herzog Welcomes Modi As PM Departs For Tel Aviv

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day visit to Israel, starting today, February 25, with the central government asserting it will reaffirm the deep and long-standing strategic bond between the two nations. Follow live

Did Trump Say Pakistan PM Would’ve Died Without US Involvement? His Op Sindoor Claim Goes Viral

US President Donald Trump has once again spoken about the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict, repeating his earlier mediation claims during Operation Sindoor. His remarks quickly went viral, with many internet users reacting on social media. Read More

‘Calculated Measure’: CJI Slams Class 8 NCERT Book Over ‘Corruption In Judiciary’ Reference

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Tuesday strongly criticised the reference to “judicial corruption" in Class 8 NCERT textbook and termed the move as a “calculated and deep-rooted" attack on the judiciary. Read More

‘Unacceptable’: Govt Issues Show-Cause Notice To BSNL Director Over Prayagraj Visit VIP Protocol Row

A show-cause notice has been issued against a senior Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Director, Vivek Banzal, following a controversy over elaborate protocol arrangements prepared for his proposed visit to Prayagraj. Read More

Goa Thar Crash: Arrested Delhi Youth Was Not Under Influence Of Alcohol, Say Police

Amid claims by an eyewitness that a woman was driving the Mahindra Thar involved in a fatal road accident in Goa, the police have clarified that a man from Delhi was behind the wheel at the time of the crash that claimed the life of an elderly man. Read More 

Influencer Deletes Viral T20 World Cup Reel With David Miller After Rape Threats And Body Shaming

An influencer has deleted a video featuring South African batting star David Miller after she said she received rape threats and body-shaming comments online. Read More

Virosh Wedding: Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda’s Sangeet Decor Is About Their Love Story, Watch Viral Video

Vijay and Rashmika are finally going to seal the deal on February 26, 2026, in Udaipur. After keeping their romance under wraps, the adorable couple confirmed their wedding through a love note for their fans recently. Since then, the internet has been going gaga over the two of them. Read More

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