🗞️ National (India)

• Cabinet Approves Rename of Kerala to “Keralam” — The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala as Keralam to reflect local linguistic identity in official usage.
• HPV Vaccination Drive Launched Nationwide — Government to roll out an India-wide HPV vaccination initiative for girls aged 9–14 to prevent cervical cancer.
• UPSC Prelims 2026 Deadline Extended — UPSC extends the application deadline for Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2026.
• Bomb Reported Near West Bengal Railway Tracks — A bomb was found on tracks near Sainthia (Birbhum), leading to police and RPF response and precautionary halt of trains.

🌍 International

• 🇮🇱 India–Israel Relations Deepen — Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Israeli PM and addresses the Knesset, marking strengthened diplomatic ties.
• Ukraine War — 4th Anniversary Observed — Ukrainian President reiterates push for EU accession by 2027 as Europe marks four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion; global leaders reaffirm support.
• Torrential Rains in Brazil — Severe rains in southeastern Brazil leave at least 25 dead, many missing, with widespread flooding.
• U.S. Political/Foreign Affairs — Former President Trump discusses new tariff and Iran tensions; Tehran rejects claims.

📈 Economy & Markets

• Indian Markets Rebound — On 25 Feb, the Indian equity market saw a rally with Sensex up over 400 points early and Nifty crossing 25,500, led by broad sector buying.
• Market Close Mixed — Sensex settles higher by ~50 pts, Nifty above 25,450, with metals & IT stocks influencing moves.
• Gold Prices Rise — Gold rates in India increased (~0.8% gain) with 24 K at around ₹161,000+ per 10 g, reflecting safe-haven demand.

🚨 Other Notable

• Police Officer Death in Hong Kong — A 23-year-old police officer died by self-inflicted gunshot at a police station.
• Humanitarian Update from Ukraine — Emergency relief updates continue amid ongoing crisis conditions.