News18 Evening Digest: PM Modi On NCERT Row, WEF CEO Resigns Over Epstein & Other Stories

Last Updated:February 26, 2026, 18:26 IST

We are also covering: Borge Brende Quits As World Economic Forum CEO After Epstein Links Emerge; New Air Ticket Refund Rules.

In today’s News18 evening digest, we bring you the latest on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to Israel, his comments on the ongoing NCERT row, and other top stories.

PM Modi Expresses Displeasure Over NCERT Judiciary Chapter, Demands Accountability: Govt Sources

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed displeasure over the ongoing NCERT row, government sources told CNN-News18, after the Supreme Court strongly criticised a chapter referring to “corruption in judiciary" in a Social Science textbook for Class 8 students. READ MORE

‘Humanity Must Never Become A Victim Of Conflict’: PM Modi Says India Supports Gaza Peace Efforts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that humanity must never suffer because of conflict, while addressing a joint press briefing with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem. READ MORE

Borge Brende Quits As World Economic Forum CEO After Epstein Links Emerge

Borge Brende, president and chief executive officer of the World Economic Forum (WEF), announced on Thursday that he will step down from his position, weeks after the organisation initiated an independent review into his past interactions with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. READ MORE

New Air Ticket Refund Rules: No Extra Charge For Cancellation Of Booking Within 48 Hours

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Thursday revised passenger-friendly norms for airline ticket cancellations, changes, and refunds, aiming to make the process simpler and faster. READ MORE

India Vs Zimbabwe Live Cricket Score, T20 World Cup 2026: Samson, Axar Set To Return

India are up against Zimbabwe in their second Super 8s match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 today. The match between India and Zimbabwe is taking place at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both India and Zimbabwe suffered humiliating defeats in their first Super 8s match of the ongoing tournament, and so today’s match is a must-win for both of them. India are expected to make multiple changes to their playing XI for the game against Zimbabwe. CHECK LIVE UPDATES HERE

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda Wedding LIVE Updates: Actors Now Married, First Photos To Be Out Soon

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are finally ‘Mr and Mrs’. The two actors have reportedly tied the knot in Rajasthan’s Udaipur in the presence of their family members and close friends. Fans are now eagerly waiting for the couple’s first photos as bride and groom. READ MORE

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