School Assembly News Headlines: 4 April 2025 

National News

1. Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 Clears Rajya Sabha After Long Debate; Aims to Reform Property Management Rules.

2. India and Japan hold 7th Maritime Dialogue, focus on security, countering illegal activities, and strengthening naval cooperation.

3. Supreme Court upholds Calcutta High Court’s decision canceling 25,000 school jobs in Bengal over fraudulent recruitment scam.

4. Delhi-NCR air quality worsens, CAQM reimposes Stage I GRAP to control pollution with 27 preventive measures immediately.

International News

1. India commits to BIMSTEC leadership, emphasizes integrated cooperation and longest Bay of Bengal coastline for regional development.

2. US announces new trade policy, sets tariffs based on exported goods and origin, exempting key strategic commodities.

Sports News

1. Liverpool secures 1-0 Merseyside derby win over Everton as Jota’s goal extends Premier League lead to 12 points.

2. India’s Jadumani Singh advances to World Boxing Cup semifinals with thrilling 3-2 win over Britain’s Ellis Trowbridge.

Business News

1. Asian markets and US futures plunge as President Trump announces major tariff hikes, sparking global financial uncertainty.

2. Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance welcomes US tariff exemption on medicines, strengthening India-US trade and healthcare cooperation.

1. Supreme Court Sacks 25,000 Teachers, Huge Blow to Mamata Banerjee Government
The Supreme Court upheld the Calcutta High Court’s order, canceling 25,000 teacher appointments in West Bengal. It ruled the selection process was manipulated and fraudulent, impacting the Mamata Banerjee government.

2. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Inaugurates National Round of Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Festival 2025
The two-day event in New Delhi aims to empower youth through parliamentary discussions. A total of 105 finalists from district and state levels are competing in the national round for top honors.

3. Chhattisgarh Leads India with Highest 18% GST Growth, Collects ₹16,390 Crore Revenue in Financial Year 2024-25
Chhattisgarh recorded ₹16,390 crore in GST revenue for 2024-25, achieving the highest growth at 18%. Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu secured second and third places with 16% and 15% growth.

4. Assam Records 68.58% Voter Turnout in Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council Elections Held in Kamrup and Goalpara Districts
Polling concluded peacefully across 33 constituencies in Kamrup and Goalpara districts. Three candidates won unopposed. The elections will determine the leadership and governance of the autonomous council.

5. Government Scraps ‘One State One Uniform’ Policy, Allows Schools to Decide Uniforms From 2025-26 Academic Year
The school education department revoked the uniform standardization policy. Schools can now decide their own uniforms from the 2025-26 academic year, reversing the 2023 policy that faced delays and opposition.

1. Liverpool Strengthen Premier League Title Hopes with 1-0 Victory Over Everton in Hard-Fought Merseyside Derby.
Diogo Jota’s decisive goal secured a crucial win for Liverpool, maintaining their stronghold at the top. Everton’s early disallowed goal and missed chances proved costly in the intense match.

2. Indian Boxer Jadumani Singh Mandengbam Advances to 50kg Semifinals at World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025.
Jadumani Singh secured a hard-fought 3-2 split decision against Ellis Trowbridge. His victory highlights India’s growing presence in international boxing. However, three other Indian boxers suffered tournament exits.

3. United Kingdom Becomes Sole Contender to Host 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup After Joint Home Nations Bid.
FIFA acknowledged the UK’s bid as the only valid proposal. If successful, England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland will host their first FIFA World Cup in nearly 70 years.

4. 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship to Introduce Division-Based Format for Competitive Tournament.
The tournament, running from April 4 to 15 in Jhansi, will feature a promotion-relegation format, increasing competitiveness. Thirty teams will battle across three divisions for national hockey supremacy.

5. ICC Announces Panel of Umpires and Match Referees for Women’s ODI World Cup Qualifiers in Lahore, Pakistan.
The ICC appointed 10 experienced umpires and three match referees to ensure fair play. Officials from multiple cricketing nations will oversee matches from April 9 to 19 in Lahore.

1. Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance Applauds US Decision to Exempt Pharmaceuticals from New Import Tariffs, Strengthening Bilateral Trade Ties.
The IPA welcomed the exemption, emphasizing India’s role in global healthcare. The decision aligns with the Mission 500 initiative to double trade between India and the US.

2. RBI Issues ‘Letter of Displeasure’ to Bajaj Finance Over Compliance Lapses in Co-Branded Credit Cards Business.
The regulator highlighted concerns over internal controls, data security, and auditor selection. Bajaj Finance must strengthen compliance measures to safeguard customer interests and regulatory adherence.

3. Commerce Ministry Analyzes Impact of US Tariff Hikes to Identify Emerging Trade Opportunities for India’s Economic Growth.
Officials are closely studying the new US tariffs to assess potential benefits for India. The review aims to enhance India’s trade position and economic resilience.

4. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Fee Waiver for Updating Nominee Details in Public Provident Fund Accounts.
The government has amended PPF rules, ensuring no charges for nominee modifications. The decision eliminates financial barriers and simplifies procedures for small savers.

5. India Faces Shortage of 2.2 Million Skilled Drivers, Government Launches ₹4,500 Crore Scheme for Training Institutes.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari cited the shortage as a major accident cause. The Centre plans 1,600 training institutes to enhance road safety and driver skills.

1. UGC Plans to Approve Over 50 Foreign Universities to Strengthen Higher Education in India.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan informed Parliament that UGC is working to approve over 50 foreign universities in India. This initiative aims to improve research, reduce student migration, and enhance academic opportunities.

2. UPSC Releases NDA and NA 1 Admit Card 2025 for April 13 Examination.
UPSC has issued NDA and NA 1 admit cards on upsc.gov.in. Candidates must download, verify details, and carry a printed copy to the exam center. Admit cards are mandatory for entry.

3. NTA Releases JEE Main Session 2 Admit Cards; Candidates Must Verify Details Carefully.
Students appearing for JEE Main Session 2 can download hall tickets from jeemain.nta.nic.in. Verification of personal details, QR codes, and barcodes is crucial to avoid last-minute issues on exam day.

4. AP Inter 1st and 2nd-Year Results Likely to Be Announced in Second Week of April.
BIEAP is expected to release the AP Intermediate results soon. The exams, conducted in March, concluded on March 20. Students can check their results online once officially declared.

5. NCERT Delays Release of New Textbooks for Classes 4, 5, 7, and 8 Under NCF 2023.
New textbooks are still under printing and will be available by April 20. This delay may disrupt students’ learning as the new academic session has already begun in several schools.