Current Affairs 27 February 2026

Current Affairs 27 February 2026

1. On Friday, President Droupadi Murmu became the first Indian President to fly in an attack helicopter. She flew in the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand, which was made in India, near the India–Pakistan border in Rajasthan. The 25-minute flight left from the Jaisalmer Air Force Station. It was another step forward in her work with frontline military platforms as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.

On Friday, President Draupadi Murmu became the first Indian President to fly in an attack helicopter. He flew in an Indian-made Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachanda near the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan. The 25-minute flight took off from Jaisalmer Air Force Base. It was another step forward in his work on the frontline military platform as Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.

2. Researchers say they have made a lot of progress toward a possible vaccine against the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is a common pathogen that causes infectious mononucleosis, multiple sclerosis, and some cancers. Almost 95% of people in the world have EBV, but when the virus reactivates, the risk of serious complications goes up, especially in people with weak immune systems. The most recent results, which were published in Cell Reports Medicine, show that engineered monoclonal antibodies work in mice models in the lab.

Researchers say they have made significant progress toward a potential vaccine against Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a common pathogen that causes infectious mononucleosis, multiple sclerosis and some cancers. About 95% of people in the world have EBV, but when the virus reactivates, the risk of serious complications increases, especially in people with weakened immune systems. The most recent results, published in Cell Reports Medicine, show that engineered monoclonal antibodies work in laboratory mouse models.

3. After renewed fighting across the border, Islamabad declared “open war” on the Afghan Taliban government, which has made tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan much worse. The situation got worse after Pakistani airstrikes hit Kabul, Kandahar, and Paktia just hours after Afghan forces attacked Pakistani border positions. Both sides have reported a lot of deaths, but the numbers vary widely. This makes people worried about the safety of civilians and the stability of the region along the unstable border.

After fighting broke out once again across the border, Islamabad declared “open war” against the Afghan Taliban government, which has greatly increased tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The situation worsened after Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia came within hours of Afghan forces attacking Pakistani border posts. Many deaths have been reported on both sides, but the numbers vary greatly. This raises concerns about the security of citizens and the stability of the volatile border region.

4. The “Rail Parcel Application” is the next generation of South Central Railway’s (SCR) digital e-marketplace. It lets you book and deliver packages by train from door to door. The project is a big step toward making parcel logistics more digital on Indian Railways.
At a Rail Parcel Logistics conclave, SCR General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava officially launched the app. This full digital parcel platform is now available in SCR, making it the first railway zone in India to do so.”Rail Parcel Application” is the next generation of South Central Railway’s (SCR) digital e-marketplace. It allows you to book and deliver packages by train door to door. This project is a major step towards making parcel logistics more digital on Indian Railways.
At the Rail Parcel Logistics Conclave, SCR General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava officially launched the app. This fully digital parcel platform is now available in SCR, making it the first railway zone in India to do so. 5. During the 2026 International Customs Day celebrations in New Delhi, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) will launch the new version of the single-window platform SWIFT 2.0, a Digital Travellers Guide, and a new version of the Atithi app. Pankaj Chaudhary, the Union Minister of State for Finance, and high-ranking officials from the Department of Revenue will be in charge of the event.
The theme of the celebrations will be “Customs protecting society through vigilance and commitment.” On the occasion of International Customs Day 2026 in New Delhi, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) will launch a new version of the single-window platform SWIFT 2.0, a digital traveler’s guide and a new version of the guest app. Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary and senior officials of the Revenue Department will be in charge of the programme.
The theme of the festival will be “Customs protecting society through vigilance and commitment”. 6. The Telangana Police has launched “Operation Crackdown”, a statewide drive aimed at dismantling organised cybercrime networks and curbing financial fraud. The initiative is being spearheaded by the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) in coordination with district police units and commissionerates.The operation will be conducted in phases over the coming months, focusing initially on mule bank accounts used to channel proceeds of cyber fraud.

The Telangana Police has launched “Operation Crackdown”, a state-wide campaign aimed at busting organized cybercrime networks and curbing financial fraud. Telangana Cyber ​​Security Bureau (TGCSB) is spearheading this initiative in coordination with District Police Units and Commissionerates. The crackdown will be phased in over the coming months, initially focusing on certain bank accounts used to fund cyber fraud.

7. Shripad Yesso Naik, the Union Minister of State for Power and New and Renewable Energy, said at the India Energy Transition Summit 2026 in New Delhi that India’s total installed power capacity has gone over 520 gigawatts, with more than half of that coming from sources other than fossil fuels. The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) put on the summit.
The Minister said that India’s transition to clean energy is already happening, thanks to clear policies and ongoing investments in renewable infrastructure. Union Minister of State for Power and New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yeso Naik said at the India Energy Transition Summit 2026 held in New Delhi that India’s total installed power capacity has exceeded 520 gigawatts, more than half of which comes from sources other than fossil fuels. The summit is organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
The Minister said that India’s transition to clean energy is already underway with clear policies and ongoing investments in renewable infrastructure. 8. During a high-level Climate Talk in New Delhi, India and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to making climate adaptation and resilience stronger. The conversation was mostly about how to support India’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and how to move forward with ecosystem-based approaches. Jochen Flasbarth, the State Secretary at Germany’s Federal Ministry for Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation, and Nuclear Safety, said that India will get a new Large Grant project through the International Climate Initiative (IKI) with up to EUR 20 million in funding.

During the high-level climate talks held in New Delhi, India and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening climate adaptation and resilience. The discussion was mainly about how to support India’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and take forward an ecosystem-based approach. Jochen Flasbarth, State Secretary of Germany’s Federal Ministry of Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, said that India will receive a new major grant project with funding of up to 20 million euros through the International Climate Initiative (IKI).