School Assembly News Headlines: 10 October 2025

1. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav promises at least one government job per household if elected in Bihar assembly.
Addressing a press conference in Patna, Tejashwi Yadav criticised NDA’s 20-year track record. He pledged a new Act within 20 days and government jobs for every household within 20 months.

2. BSP chief Mayawati praises Yogi Adityanath for maintaining Dalit memorials, criticises SP for double-faced politics.
On Kanshi Ram’s 19th death anniversary in Lucknow, Mayawati acknowledged Yogi government’s commitment to use ticket revenue for Dalit parks’ upkeep. She contrasted this with Samajwadi Party’s inconsistent approach.

3. Kerala health department issues technical guidelines for treating children’s cough and safely dispensing medicines to young patients.
Following reports of child deaths from cough syrups outside Kerala, a three-member expert panel recommended new protocols. The guidelines aim to ensure safe treatment and careful dispensing of medicines to children.

4. Mizoram CM Lalduhoma reports 139.5% rise in tourist arrivals, marking rapid growth in the state’s tourism sector.
Addressing Mizoram Travel Fest, Lalduhoma highlighted the surge in visitors for 2024-25 compared to the previous year. He emphasised tourism’s significant contribution to the state’s economy and local development.

1. Israel confirms Gaza hostage release plan will proceed only after cabinet approval following first-phase peace agreement with Hamas.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office clarified that the hostage release agreement in Gaza requires cabinet approval. The first-phase plan, announced by US President Trump, aims to pause fighting and release some prisoners.

2. US must prioritise high-skilled immigration as H-1B visa fee proposals spark fear and confusion among applicants.
America’s leadership in scientific innovation faces global challenges. Recent $100,000 H-1B visa fee proposals by the administration have caused concern, emphasising the need for clear, effective immigration policies for skilled workers.

3. Afghan Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi visits New Delhi, first senior Taliban official visit since 2021.
Muttaqi will meet India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and officials to discuss political cooperation and regional issues. The visit underscores dialogue amid complex geopolitical dynamics.

4. IRCC invites 4,500 candidates in latest Express Entry draw, advancing Canada’s long-term immigration and economic priorities.
The October 6 draw reflects Canada’s commitment to skilled immigration. Selected candidates align with the government’s goals for economic growth and language proficiency, supporting the country’s long-term strategic immigration framework.

5. Hungarian author Laszlo Krasznahorkai awarded 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature for visionary, compelling, and epic literary works.
The Swedish Academy praised Krasznahorkai for his epic Central European writing tradition. His work combines absurdism and grotesque excess, reaffirming the power of art even amid apocalyptic terror.

1. India’s new ODI captain Shubman Gill assures Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli remain central to 2027 World Cup.
Ahead of the second Test against West Indies, Gill emphasized a roadmap valuing experience and fresh energy. Fans were reassured that veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are integral to India’s plans.

2. Australia captain Pat Cummins and deputy Travis Head decline AUD 10 million T20 league offers from IPL franchises.
IPL-backed investors offered staggering multi-year deals worth AUD 10 million each for exclusive T20 participation. Both players turned down the offers, which were nearly six times their central contract earnings.

3. Indian opener Smriti Mandhana sets new Women’s ODI calendar-year record, surpassing Belinda Clark’s 1997 milestone.
During the 2025 Women’s World Cup match against South Africa in Visakapatnam, Mandhana scored 23 runs off 32 balls. She crossed 970 runs in a calendar year, setting a historic record.

4. Indian badminton team defeats Sri Lanka to remain unbeaten in Group H at 2025 World Junior Championships.
At the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati, Lalthazuala Hmar, Bhavya Chhabra, and Mithileish P Krishnan led India’s win. Scores were 45-27 and 45-21, keeping the team unbeaten in their group.

1. US-based blockchain firm Ripple partners with Bahrain Fintech Bay to boost blockchain adoption and digital asset innovation.
The collaboration will focus on cross-border payments, cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and RWA tokenisation. BFB will also support blockchain education and accelerator programs to strengthen Bahrain’s fintech ecosystem.

2. Tata Trusts trustees to discuss healthcare allocations amid internal tensions over Tata Sons board nominations.
The meeting follows friction between Trusts Chairman Noel Tata and trustee Mehli Mistry regarding former defence secretary Vijay Singh’s withdrawal. No other nominee withdrawals are currently proposed, sources said.

3. Signature Global Ltd plans to raise Rs 875 crore through issuance of non-convertible debentures to investors.
The company will issue 87,500 NCDs worth Rs 1 lakh each at 11% coupon rate. Allotment is proposed on October 16, 2025, with maturity on January 15, 2029.

4. Reserve Bank of India redistributes 32 departments among four deputy governors, following Shirish Chandra Murmu’s appointment.
New deputy governor Shirish Chandra Murmu will oversee communication, government and bank accounts, regulation, and enforcement. The reshuffle follows M Rajeshwar Rao’s retirement, aiming for effective departmental management.

1. Question: Which country hosted the first Olympic Games?
Answer: Greece hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.
Amazing Fact: The Olympics were inspired by ancient Greek competitions held in Olympia.

2. Question: What is the capital of Australia?
Answer: Canberra is the capital of Australia.
Amazing Fact: Canberra was specially designed as a capital city in 1913 to resolve the rivalry between Sydney and Melbourne.

3. Question: Who invented the light bulb?
Answer: Thomas Edison is credited with inventing the practical electric light bulb.
Amazing Fact: Edison held over 1,000 patents in his lifetime.

4. Question: Which planet has the most moons?
Answer: Saturn has the most moons in our solar system.
Amazing Fact: Saturn has 145 known moons, with Titan being the largest.

5. Question: What is the largest organ in the human body?
Answer: The skin is the largest organ in the human body.
Amazing Fact: Human skin covers about 20 square feet and accounts for roughly 15% of body weight.