Here are the top national and international news updates for February 24, covering key developments in infrastructure, diplomacy, judiciary matters, state-level policy decisions, global security concerns, and major cricket tournaments.
1. PM Modi to inaugurate Noida International Airport in March
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Noida International Airport in March, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced, calling it a major boost to regional connectivity.
2. Indian Embassy advises nationals to leave Iran amid rising tensions
Amid rising tensions in Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has advised Indian nationals to leave the country and issued emergency helpline numbers.
3. Delhi High Court says a homemaker’s work cannot be ignored
The Delhi High Court observed that the contribution of a homemaker cannot be ignored, even if she is unemployed, while hearing a maintenance-related case.
4. Bihar bans sale of meat and fish near schools
The Bihar government has announced a ban on the sale of meat and fish near schools across the state, aiming to reduce violent tendencies among children.
5. Gujarat teacher duped of Rs 1 crore in ‘Digital Arrest’ scam
A school teacher in Gujarat was allegedly duped of nearly Rs 1 crore in a 28-day ‘digital arrest’ scam involving fake officials posing as members of the Supreme Court of India and the Central Bureau of Investigation.
WORLD NEWS
1. El Chapo back in spotlight amid global drug trade discussions
Notorious drug lord El Chapo has once again featured in discussions linked to the global narcotics trade, with references to rankings by Forbes and ongoing drug network links spanning Mexico and China.
2. Monster Blizzard paralyses US East Coast
A severe winter storm hit the New York City region and parts of the US East Coast, bringing heavy snowfall, near-whiteout winds and emergency declarations in several states. The blizzard forced the cancellation of thousands of flights more than 3,300 scrapped and over 4,800 pre-emptively cancelled with widespread travel disruption and shutdowns at major airports.
BUSINESS NEWS
1. Sensex and Nifty end strong after market rally
India’s key stock indices closed sharply higher on February 23, 2026, as the BSE Sensex jumped nearly 480 points and the NSE Nifty 50 ended above 25,700. Gains were led by financials, PSU banks and broader market buying, though IT stocks weighed on the upside. The rally followed positive global cues, including optimism after a major US court ruling affecting tariffs.
SPORTS NEWS
1. Australia to tour South Africa in 2026, return to Newlands
The Australia national cricket team is set to tour the South Africa national cricket team in 2026, marking a high-profile return to Newlands Cricket Ground, the venue linked to the infamous Sandpapergate controversy.
2. Ranji Trophy final: Jammu and Kashmir versus Karnataka
The Ranji Trophy final will see Jammu and Kashmir cricket team face Karnataka cricket team, with both teams aiming to lift the prestigious domestic title.
