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Israel’s Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, speaks to WION about the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. Azar says India and Israel are set to sign an updated security agreement, strengthening cooperation in defense, technology, and counterterrorism. The move underscores deepening bilateral ties amid evolving regional security challenges.

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India were already in do-or-die state after losing their first Super 8 match against South Africa in T20 World Cup 2026, and now West Indies winning by 107 runs against Zimbabwe has further deepened their worries. West Indies' huge win means they sit at a net run rate of +5.3 compared to India's -3.80 and South Africa's +3.80. Another win in remaining two matches, vs South Africa (Feb 26) and India (Mar 1), will all but propel WI to semis - leaving India fighting it out for the final spot from Group X. India's best chance to make it to semis is winning rest of the two matches, vs Zimbabwe (Feb 26) and West Indies (Mar 1), while hoping for South Africa also beats West Indies.<h2>How West Indies win complicates things for India</h2>West Indies are in sensational form this tournament, having won all five matches played so far. They also the highest team score of 254/6 &nbsp;(vs Zimbabwe) in the tournament as well as second highest run-scorer in Shimron Hetmyer (219) who is just one run behind Pak's Sahibzada Farhan (220). Gudkesh Motie's 10 wickets are also joint third-most in the tournament so far.If West Indies win against South Africa on Feb 26 even by 15 runs, their NRR would stand at +3.05 and a 20-run win would make it +3.175. South Africa, curently at +3.80, will be down to +1.52 after a 15-run loss and to +1.4 if they suffer a 20-run loss.India, who are at -3.80, even after a 50-run win against Zimbabwe in the second match of Feb 26, will have a NRR of -0.65. A win of 75 runs against Zimbabwe will make India just positive with a NRR +0.05 - still leaving a lot of work to do.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/winter-olympics-2026-gold-medallist-usa-women-s-hockey-team-declines-president-trump-s-invitation-to-white-house-1771902004647">Winter Olympics 2026 | Gold medallist USA Women's hockey team declines president Trump's invitation to White House</a>On the final day of Super 8 matches, South Africa first take on Zimbabwe before India take on West Indies later. If SA win their match against Zimbabwe even by 20 runs, they end up with 4 points and a NRR of +1.35 (if they lose to WI by 15 runs) and nearly +1.4 if they win by 25 runs, leaving India too much work to do in the final match.India, even if they beat West Indies by 75 runs after beating Zimbabwe by 75 runs in the previous match, can get up to a NRR of +1.2, leaving them with below SA despite equal points (4). West Indies, however, will drop to a NRR of 0.78 if they lose against India by 75 runs despite winning against SA by 15 runs and to 0.86 despite winning by 20 runs vs SA, leaving the out of contention for the semis.In a more realistic scenario as per the current form, even a 50-run win against West Indies won't save India from getting eliminated if the Caribbean win their match against South Africa by a bare margin of 15 runs.While all these scenarios could change on the match day, India'sbest shot remains beating both West Indies and Zimbabwe as well as hoping for a loss for West Indies against South Africa as well.

Even a 75-run win vs Zimbabwe and a 50-run win against West Indies won't save India from getting eliminated if the Caribbean win their match against South Africa by a bare margin of 15 runs.

India were already in do-or-die state after losing their first Super 8 match against South Africa in T20 World Cup 2026, and now West Indies winning by 107 runs against Zimbabwe has further deepened their worries. West Indies' huge win means they sit at a net run rate of +5.3 compared to India's -3.80 and South Africa's +3.80. Another win in remaining two matches, vs South Africa (Feb 26) and India (Mar 1), will all but propel WI to semis - leaving India fighting it out for the final spot from Group X. India's best chance to make it to semis is winning rest of the two matches, vs Zimbabwe (Feb 26) and West Indies (Mar 1), while hoping for South Africa also beats West Indies. How West Indies win complicates things for India West Indies are in sensational form this tournament, having won all five matches played so far. They also the highest team score of 254/6 (vs Zimbabwe) in the tournament as well as second highest run-scorer in Shimron Hetmyer (219) who is just one run behind Pak's Sahibzada Farhan (220). Gudkesh Motie's 10 wickets are also joint third-most in the tournament so far. If West Indies win against South Africa on Feb 26 even by 15 runs, their NRR would stand at +3.05 and a 20-run win would make it +3.175. South Africa, curently at +3.80, will be down to +1.52 after a 15-run loss and to +1.4 if they suffer a 20-run loss. India, who are at -3.80, even after a 50-run win against Zimbabwe in the second match of Feb 26, will have a NRR of -0.65. A win of 75 runs against Zimbabwe will make India just positive with a NRR +0.05 - still leaving a lot of work to do. Also Read - Winter Olympics 2026 | Gold medallist USA Women's hockey team declines president Trump's invitation to White House On the final day of Super 8 matches, South Africa first take on Zimbabwe before India take on West Indies later. If SA win their match against Zimbabwe even by 20 runs, they end up with 4 points and a NRR of +1.35 (if they lose to WI by 15 runs) and nearly +1.4 if they win by 25 runs, leaving India too much work to do in the final match. India, even if they beat West Indies by 75 runs after beating Zimbabwe by 75 runs in the previous match, can get up to a NRR of +1.2, leaving them with below SA despite equal points (4). West Indies, however, will drop to a NRR of 0.78 if they lose against India by 75 runs despite winning against SA by 15 runs and to 0.86 despite winning by 20 runs vs SA, leaving the out of contention for the semis. In a more realistic scenario as per the current form, even a 50-run win against West Indies won't save India from getting eliminated if the Caribbean win their match against South Africa by a bare margin of 15 runs. While all these scenarios could change on the match day, India'sbest shot remains beating both West Indies and Zimbabwe as well as hoping for a loss for West Indies against South Africa as well.

Even a 75-run win vs Zimbabwe and a 50-run win against West Indies won't save India from getting eliminated if the Caribbean win their match against South Africa by a bare margin of 15 runs.

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India has launched its first-ever counter-terrorism strategy under the Home Ministry’s PRAHAAR framework. The initiative aims to strengthen intelligence, improve inter-agency coordination, and prevent terror attacks across the country. Experts say this marks a significant step in India’s fight against terrorism.

India Unveils First Counter-Terror Strategy Under PRAHAAR Framework

An air ambulance crashed shortly after takeoff from Ranchi Airport in Jharkhand, triggering an emergency response from local authorities and rescue teams. Officials rushed to the crash site as investigations began into the cause of the incident. Details on casualties and survivors are awaited, while aviation authorities and state agencies continue to assess the situation and ensure relief and rescue operations.


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India and Israel are strengthening defence and strategic cooperation amid evolving regional security challenges. In an exclusive conversation, Israel’s Ambassador to India discusses defence collaboration, technology partnerships, and future military cooperation. The dialogue highlights growing bilateral ties, joint innovation, and shared security priorities between the two nations.

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After Zohran Mamdani took New York and the Indian diaspora worldwide by storm with his mayoral campaign and eventual victory, another Indian-origin politician is gearing up for a mayoral race. This time, the battleground is Los Angeles and the contender is Nithya Raman.


Los Angeles to Get Indian-origin Mayor? Nithya Raman's Fight Draws Comparisons With Zohran Mamdani

WhatsApp has informed India's Supreme Court that it will fully comply with NCLAT directions regarding user data privacy by March 16, 2026. The platform will stop forcing users to accept data-sharing with parent company Meta for non-core services, ensuring that data sharing is not a condition for using the app. This follows a legal battle over the 2021 privacy policy. 


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant visit to Israel, where India and Israel are expected to sign an updated security agreement, Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, in an interview with WION's Sidhant Sibal, has said. Azar emphasised the importance of the agreement in addressing evolving global threats. "India and Israel share values. We share challenges. We are determined to deal with them," he said. 


India and Israel to Sign Updated Security Pact During PM Modi's visit: Israel Ambassador Azar

India has launched a major cybercrime crackdown, arresting 34 individuals involved in large-scale digital fraud. Authorities have identified two villages as “cyber fraud zones” following extensive investigations that revealed organized networks targeting citizens and businesses online.

The operation involved coordination between local police, cybercrime cells, and IT security agencies to dismantle these networks. Officials have warned residents to exercise caution online and report suspicious activity immediately. This marks a significant step in India’s ongoing efforts to curb cybercrime and protect digital infrastructure.

India Cybercrime Crackdown: 34 Held, 2 Villages Flagged As Cyber Fraud Zones

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to tour India next month as global trade uncertainties continue to impact economic relations. The visit aims to strengthen India-Canada ties and explore opportunities for collaboration in finance, investment, and trade.

PM Carney Eyes to Reset Ties & Trade with India in Upcoming Visit

The Indian Army's White Knight Corps announced the successful conclusion of a 326-day joint operation in J&K's Kishtwar. The operation resulted in the elimination of seven terrorists, including a key operative named Saifullah Eric Njoka.


Indian Army Joint Military Operations Come to an End After 326 Days

BAFTA Awards 2026: India shone bright at the prestigious BAFTA Awards this year. Boong, the Manipuri-language debut feature, has won in the Best Children and Family Film category. It was the sole Indian nominee at the BAFTAs this year. The announcement was made by the official BAFTA page.


Bafta Awards 2026: Stars & The Royals Gather To Celebrate The Best of Cinema

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to tour India next month as global trade uncertainties continue to impact economic relations. The visit aims to strengthen India-Canada ties and explore opportunities for collaboration in finance, investment, and trade.


Canada PM Carney to Visit India Amid Global Trade Uncertainties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Israel, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, technology, and strategic cooperation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed the visit, highlighting the growing partnership between the two nations. The trip underscores continued efforts to enhance India-Israel relations across multiple sectors.


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Heavy snowfall in Sikkim has blocked key tourist routes, disrupting travel and affecting visitors in the region. Authorities have issued warnings and are working to clear roads while tourists are advised to exercise caution. The snowfall highlights the challenges of winter travel in the Himalayan state.


Sikkim Snowfall: Heavy Snow Blocks Tourist Route in Sikkim

Mumbai continues to face heavy smog as temperatures rise, shrouding the city skyline in haze. The lingering pollution has raised health concerns for residents and disrupted daily life. Authorities are monitoring air quality while experts warn that rising urban emissions and weather conditions are contributing to the worsening smog in India’s financial capital.


India: Mumbai Smog Lingers as Temperatures Rise | Urban Smog Returns to Mumbai Skyline 

India-Canada Ties: Carney to Tour India Next Month Amidst Global Trade Uncertainties 

South Africa defeated India by 76 runs in a thrilling Super Eight match held in Ahmedabad. The Proteas showcased strong batting and bowling performances, overpowering the Indian team in key moments of the game. Fans witnessed an intense contest, with South Africa dominating across multiple facets of the match.

T20 World Cup 2026: South Africa Beat India by 76 Runs in Super Eight, Ahmedabad 

Indian security forces engaged in a clash with terrorists in Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir, as part of ongoing counter-terror operations in the region. Officials reported that the encounter involved intensive exchanges of fire and strategic maneuvers to neutralize the threat. The operation underscores India’s efforts to maintain security in vulnerable areas and combat insurgency, ensuring safety for civilians and strengthening law enforcement presence in J&K.


India: Security Forces Clash with Terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro project, marking a major milestone in the expansion of urban public transport in Uttar Pradesh. The initiative aims to improve connectivity, reduce traffic congestion and boost economic growth in the region. Officials say the metro will enhance commuter convenience and support sustainable development as part of broader efforts to strengthen infrastructure across Indian cities.


India: PM Narendra Modi Flags Off 'Meerut Metro'

The Telangana State BJP chief, N. Ramchander, has been placed under house arrest amid rising political tensions in the state. Authorities say the move comes in the context of ongoing protests and law‑and‑order concerns, though party leaders have condemned the restriction as politically motivated. The situation has sparked debate over civil liberties and political freedom, with vocal criticism from opposition ranks and BJP activists nationwide.


India: Telangana  State BJP Chief N Ramchander Under House Arrest 

The Indian Army has killed three Jaish‑e‑Mohammed terrorists, including a key commander, during a counter‑terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir. Security forces launched the offensive based on actionable intelligence and engaged the militants in a decisive encounter. The operation underscores India’s ongoing efforts to dismantle terror networks in the region and enhance security along vulnerable areas, officials said.


J&K: Indian Army Takes Down 3 Jaish Terrorists Including Commander

Brazil and India have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment and strategic sectors amid growing global trade uncertainty linked to new U.S. tariff policies. The move signals a push by both emerging economies to deepen economic ties, diversify markets and enhance collaboration in key industries.


Brazil & India Agree to Boost Cooperation Amid Trump's Tariffs

Authorities in Delhi have arrested eight individuals for allegedly being linked to a terror plot with suspected connections to Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the ISI. Officials say the arrests followed a detailed investigation and intelligence inputs pointing to a coordinated conspiracy aimed at destabilising security. Security agencies are now probing the network, funding channels and possible wider links, while heightened vigilance has been put in place across the national capital to prevent any potential threat.


Delhi Terror Plot: Eight Arrested for Alleged Links to ISI Network

Security forces engaged in a fierce encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, as counter-terror operations intensified in the region. Officials said the gunfight broke out during a search operation based on specific intelligence inputs. Reinforcements were rushed to the area, and the operation remains ongoing as forces continue efforts to neutralise the militants and ensure security in the region.


Delhi Terror Plot: Authorities Arrest Eight for Allegedly Having Links with ISI

Delhi authorities have raised security alert levels after intelligence suggested that Lashkar-e-Taiba may be targeting the Red Fort area again. Increased security deployments, surveillance, and preventive measures have been implemented across the capital to protect key landmarks, public spaces, and citizens. Officials continue to monitor the situation closely to prevent any potential attack.


Delhi Terror Plot: Intel Alert Warns of Threat To Religious Sites in Red Fort Area

India: Delhi on High Alert as LeT Threatens Red Fort Area Again

India is reviewing the impact of a recent tariff ruling as Europe and Canada push for greater trade certainty with New Delhi. With global markets watching, officials are assessing how tariff changes could affect exports, bilateral trade relations, and economic growth. The developments come amid ongoing negotiations to stabilise international trade ties and ensure predictable market access for businesses across key sectors.


India Studies Tariff Ruling Impact as Europe and Canada Seek Trade Certainty 

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