PM Modi ‘is more than a friend, he is a brother’, says Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu in Knesset
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a standing ovation as he arrived at the Knesset, the parliament of Israel, in Jerusalem on Wednesday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara Netanyahu were also present during the moment that set the tone for a warm and celebratory session. Speaking in the Knesset, Netanyahu hailed the India-Israel friendship and described Modi as more than a friend. “I would almost venture to say, more than a friend, a brother,” the Israeli Prime Minister said. N
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‘Am Yisrael Chai’: PM Modi’s powerful Knesset tribute to Israel’s enduring spirit | VIDEO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his historic address to Israel’s Knesset with the resonant Hebrew phrase ‘Am Yisrael Chai’- ‘The People of Israel Live’- a declaration of Jewish resilience that has echoed through centuries of persecution. By invoking this rallying cry, PM Modi not only affirmed India’s unwavering solidarity but also highlighted the unbreakable will of the Jewish people to survive against existential threats, from ancient Pharaohs to the October 7, 2023, Hamas atrocities.
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Sri Lanka crash out of T20 World Cup 2026, New Zealand register dominant win in Colombo
Game 46 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 saw Sri Lanka taking on New Zealand. The two sides locked horns at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 25. The clash began with New Zealand coming in to bat first after Sri Lanka won the toss and opted to field.
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PM Modi addresses Knesset of Israel: ‘I was born on same day when India recognised Israel’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the Israel Parlaiment an said he was born on the same day when India officially recognised Israel in 1950. “ I was born on the same day that India formally recognised Israel, September 17, 1950. I also carry with me the deepest condolences of the people of India for every life lost and for every family whose world was shattered in the barbaric terrorist attack by Hamas on October 7th. We feel your pain, we share your grief. India stands with Israel firmly, with full conviction in this moment and beyond,” he said.
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PM Modi becomes first leader to receive ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’ for boosting India-Israel ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Wednesday honoured with the prestigious ‘Speaker of the Knesset Medal’ for his exceptional contribution to strengthening strategic relations between India and Israel. The Indian Prime Minister became the first global figure to receive this highest honour of the Knesset. The award was presented by Speaker Amir Ohana after the Prime Minister’s address at the Israeli Parliament. “I am deeply honoured to receive the Medal of the Knesset. I accept it with humility and gratitude. This honour is not a tribute to an individual, but to the enduring friendship between India and Israel. It reflects the shared values that guide our two nations,” PM Modi wrote on X.
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Watch: Benjamin Netanyahu warmly embraces PM Narendra Modi as he arrives in Israel
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hugged PM Modi and gave him warm welcome as he landed in Israel. PM Modi was also accorded warm welcome at the airport. Earlier in the day, PM Modi left for Israel for a two-day visit during which he will have discussions with his counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, and interact with the Indian diaspora.
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Odisha HC grants interim bail to murder convict to help daughter appear for Class 10 board exams
As board examinations for Classes 10 and 12 continue across the country, a heart-touching case has emerged from Odisha, where a father serving a life sentence in a murder case has been granted temporary bail to assist his daughter during her Class 10 board exams. In its order, the Odisha High Court observed that education is a fundamental right of every child and that, in certain situations, a parent’s presence becomes essential.
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Bill Gates apologises to foundation staff over Epstein link, admits affairs with Russian women
American tech entrepreneur Bill Gates has apologised to staff at the Gates Foundation over his past ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, while maintaining that he did “nothing illicit,” according to media reports. The Microsoft co-founder acknowledged in a town hall meeting that his association with Epstein was a “huge mistake” and said it had cast a cloud over the philanthropic organisation’s reputation. According to an exclusive report by The Wall Street Journal, Gates told employees during the town hall, “I did nothing illicit… I saw nothing illicit…To be clear, I never spent any time with victims, the women around him.” Gates said that images in the recently released “Epstein files” showing him with women whose faces are redacted were photographs that Epstein had asked him to take with his assistants after meetings. “I apologise to other people who are drawn into this because of the mistake that I made,” The Wall Street Journal quoted him as saying.
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Colombo weather report: Will rain spoil SL vs NZ T20 World Cup 2026 Super Eight clash?
The stage is set for game 46 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026. Sri Lanka will be hosting New Zealand for their Super 8 clash at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on February 25. The two sides have played one game each in the Super 8.
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The Kerala Story 2 row: Kerala HC asks makers to hold release till court decision; hearing on Thursday
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday heard arguments in The Kerala Story 2 row, with the court flagging concerns over the film’s claims and title, even as multiple legal questions around maintainability and jurisdiction were raised.
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