School Assembly News Headlines: 10 December 2025

National News

1. Microsoft Announces Seventeen Point Five Billion Dollar AI Investment in India Focused on Infrastructure Skills Development Nationwide Initiative.

2. Government Paper Seeks Balance Between Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Copyright Protection Through Single Licensing Model Proposed for India.

3. Neal Mohan Honoured by TIME for Steering YouTube Platform That Shapes What Billions Watch Daily Across Global Audiences.

4. Bilateral Talks Align Skill Standards Industry Participation and Workforce Mobility Between India and Australia Through Education Skills Dialogue.

International News

1. Japan Issues Megaquake Advisory After Strong Earthquake Near Aomori Emphasising Disaster Preparedness and Public Awareness Measures.

2. Bitcoin MENA 2025 Concludes in Abu Dhabi Showcasing Regional Growth in Digital Finance Innovation Adoption.

Sports News 

1. ICSI Highlights IndiGo Governance Lapses Calls for Stronger Corporate Oversight Transparency and Risk Management Practices Nationwide.

2. India Import Bill Expands as Rupee Weakens and Higher Gold Crude Prices Increase Trade Deficit Pressure.

Business News

1. ICSI Flags Governance Lapses at IndiGo Urges Stronger Corporate Practices to Protect Shareholder Value and Public Trust Nationwide.

2. India Import Bill Rises as Rupee Weakens with High Gold Crude Prices and Electronics Dependence Increasing Trade Deficit.

1. Microsoft Announces $17.5 Billion AI Investment in India to Boost Infrastructure Skills After Satya Nadella Modi Meet Talks.
Microsoft plans an AI investment in India. The funding will support AI infrastructure development, skill training, and sovereign capabilities. The announcement followed Satya Nadella’s meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2. DPIIT Proposes Mandatory AI Licence to Use Copyrighted Content for Model Training While Protecting Creators’ Rights in India.
DPIIT released a working paper suggesting a blanket AI licence. It allows lawful use of copyrighted content. The proposal includes statutory payment for rights holders and seeks stakeholder views nationwide.

3. YouTube CEO Neal Mohan Named TIME 2025 CEO of the Year for Shaping Global Viewing Culture Worldwide Habits.
TIME honored Neal Mohan for leading YouTube. His leadership influences what billions watch daily. With Indian educational roots, he shapes digital culture quietly while guiding one of the world’s platforms.

4. Rahul Gandhi Raises Concerns on Electoral Integrity During Lok Sabha Debate on Reforms Emphasises Importance of Protecting Democratic Values.
During a Lok Sabha debate on electoral reforms, Rahul Gandhi highlighted the importance of safeguarding voting processes. He stressed that protecting electoral integrity is essential to preserving democratic values and the idea of India.

5. Leaders Across Parties Extend Birthday Wishes to Sonia Gandhi at 79 Highlighting Her Public Service Legacy Nationwide
Sonia Gandhi turned seventy nine on Tuesday. Congress noted her contribution to welfare laws. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also wished her good health and long life through a public message.

6. India Australia Hold High Level Skilling Partnership Roundtable to Strengthen Vocational Education Collaboration and Global Workforce Readiness.
India and Australia hosted a skilling roundtable in New Delhi under AIESC. Leaders discussed regulatory alignment, industry participation, and improving vocational education systems to support workforce mobility and skill recognition across both countries.

1. Maharashtra Makes UDID Card Mandatory for Persons With Disabilities Across Government Offices From October 9 2025 Statewide Implementation.
The Maharashtra government mandated UDID cards for disabled persons. Verification will finish by January 2026. The card enables reservations, promotions, and welfare benefits across departments in all government offices statewide.

2. Andhra Pradesh Economic Growth Surges Past National Average in Q2 2025-26 Says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu Report Highlights.
State GVA and GSDP recorded over eleven percent growth in Q2 2025-26. Both exceeded last year figures and India’s GDP growth of 8.7 percent, indicating strong economic momentum statewide performance.

3. Centre Sanctions ₹69 Crore for Road Projects in Tripura to Improve Connectivity in PVTG Habitations.
The Central Government approved 25 road projects in Tripura under PM Janjati Adiwasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan. The initiative aims to improve connectivity, boost livelihoods, and support socio-economic growth of PVTG communities.

4. Manipur Class 12 Board Exams to Begin February 17 Next Year Announces COHSEM Schedule Details for Students Statewide.
COHSEM announced Class 12 exams from February 17 to March 20. Institutions must finish practicals by January. Class 11 examinations will run from February 16 to April 4 next year.

1. Japan Issues Megaquake Advisory After Magnitude 7.5 Earthquake Near Aomori Warns Students About Preparedness and Disaster Risk Awareness.
Japan issued a megaquake advisory after a 7.5 earthquake. Officials stressed it is not a prediction. The move aims to raise awareness and preparedness for future large earthquakes among citizens.

2. Bitcoin MENA 2025 Concludes in Abu Dhabi Highlighting Regional Progress in Bitcoin Adoption Innovation and Digital Finance Dialogue.
Bitcoin MENA 2025 concluded in Abu Dhabi after two days. The conference hosted thousands of participants from hundred countries discussing adoption, regulation, mining, and investment trends shaping the crypto landscape.

3. India Brunei Hold First Defence JWG Meeting to Expand Military Training Maritime Security and Industry Cooperation Bilateral Ties.
India and Brunei launched their defence working group in New Delhi. Talks covered military exchanges, joint training, maritime security, HADR cooperation, and industry partnerships. Officials signed terms to institutionalise collaboration.

4. Cambodia Thailand Border Tensions Resume as Leaders Address Security Situation and Civilian Safety Concerns in Affected Regions.
Renewed clashes occurred along the Cambodia Thailand border after earlier ceasefire efforts. Authorities are managing security conditions as civilians relocate from affected zones, while discussions continue over long standing territorial issues.

5. Sri Lanka Thanks United States for Emergency Aid and C-130 Deployment After Cyclone Ditwah President Confirms Support Cooperation.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake thanked the United States for two million dollars emergency assistance. US also deployed a C-130 aircraft to support humanitarian operations after Cyclone Ditwah, strengthening bilateral cooperation.

1. Harmanpreet Kaur Leads India Squad for Five Match Women T20I Series Against Sri Lanka Announced.
India announced its women’s T20I squad for Sri Lanka series. Harmanpreet Kaur will captain the team with Smriti Mandhana as vice captain, joined by experienced players and young talents.

2. IPL 2026 Auction Player List Announced by BCCI Featuring 350 Shortlisted Cricketers Bidding Set in Abu Dhabi December.
BCCI confirmed 350 players for IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16. The pool includes 240 Indian and 110 overseas players, with many uncapped talents adding depth nationwide.

3. Australian Fast Bowler Josh Hazlewood Ruled Out of Ashes Series Due to Hamstring and Achilles Injuries.
Australia pacer Josh Hazlewood will miss the entire Ashes series after suffering hamstring and Achilles injuries. He was absent in earlier matches and was expected to return later.

4. India Opts Strategic Team Combination Leaving Out Key Players for Opening T20 Against South Africa in Cuttack Match.
India excluded Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Sanju Samson, and Washington Sundar for first T20. The move aims to test combinations, prioritise all-rounders, and build competition ahead of future matches internationally.

1. ICSI Flags Governance Lapses at IndiGo Calls for Stronger Corporate Practices to Protect Shareholder Value and Public Trust.
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India urged better governance after IndiGo incident. It stressed risk identification, timely action, and transparency. ICSI noted strong frameworks help preserve shareholder value nationwide.

2. India Import Bill Rises as Rupee Weakness Gold Crude Prices and Electronics Dependence Pressure Trade Deficit Mounts Nationwide.
India’s import expenditure has increased due to currency depreciation, high gold and crude prices, and electronics imports. These factors widened the trade deficit to 41.68 billion dollars in October nationwide.

3. Civil Aviation Ministry Plans Slot Reallocation as IndiGo Flight Cancellations Continue Affecting Major Airports Nationwide.
IndiGo flight cancellations entered the seventh day, impacting Bengaluru and Chennai routes. The Civil Aviation Ministry announced temporary slot transfers to other airlines to manage passenger movement and stabilise operations across the network.