School Assembly News Headlines: 11 January 2026

National News

1. SEBI Set to Approve NSE IPO This Month After Resolving Longstanding Regulatory and Compliance Issues Following Market Reforms

2. PM Modi Urges Technology Driven Solutions Aligning Research With National Priorities And Public Welfare Goals For India’s Future

3. Finance Minister Sitharaman Leads Pre Budget Consultations With States Ahead Of Parliament Budget Session Beginning Later This Month

4. Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Achieves Record Participation With Over Four Crore Student Registrations Nationwide Reflecting Growing Youth Engagement

International News

1. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Visit India Strengthening Cultural Engagement and Advancing High Level Bilateral Dialogue

2. Iran Witnesses Continued Civic Activity as Authorities Focus on Safeguarding Public Infrastructure and National Assets

Sports News 

1. Ladakh Reviews Preparations for Fifth LG Cup Ice Hockey Championship Scheduled to Begin on January Twelve

2. Sikkim Plans Introduction of Ice Hockey Through Natural Rink Development in Gnathang Valley Region

Business News

1. India and EU Direct Officials to Accelerate Free Trade Agreement Negotiations and Resolve Outstanding Issues Through Strategic Dialogue

2. Piyush Goyal’s Brussels Visit Marks Decisive Progress in India EU Free Trade Agreement Negotiations Following High Level Meetings

1. SEBI to Issue Approval for NSE IPO This Month After Longstanding Regulatory Dispute Resolution Process With Market Reforms
SEBI chairman said approval will be granted soon, allowing NSE to begin IPO preparations after settling disputes, including a ₹11 billion fine, ending years of regulatory litigation and compliance reforms.

2. PM Modi Emphasises Technology-Driven Solutions to Address Societal Challenges, Align Research With National Priorities
Speaking at a NITI Aayog workshop, Vice Chairman Suman Bery said the Prime Minister urges aligning research and development outcomes with national priorities and public welfare through technology-led innovation.

3. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Chairs Pre-Budget Meeting With States Ahead of Parliament Budget Session This Month In Delhi
Sitharaman met state and union territory finance ministers in New Delhi. The consultations are part of pre-budget exercise before Parliament’s Budget Session begins on the 28th this month as scheduled.

4. Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 Sets New Milestone With Over Four Crore Registrations Nationwide From Students
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said Pariksha Pe Charcha has grown into a national movement, promoting stress-free learning and encouraging Exam Warriors to participate actively across the country.

5. World Hindi Day Observed Globally to Strengthen Hindi Language Presence in Diplomacy Education Culture and Diaspora Engagement
Observed on January 10, World Hindi Day promotes Hindi worldwide. Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted its role in preserving culture, connecting diaspora, and global teaching across 770 institutions.

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi Participates in Somnath Swabhiman Parv During Gujarat Visit Marking Historic Temple Milestones Celebrations Heritage
During Gujarat visit, the Prime Minister reached Somnath to attend Swabhiman Parv, marking 1,000 years since invasion and 75 years of temple restoration, including Omkar Jap and a drone show.

2. 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 Opens With Global Publishers Celebrating Reading Culture And Knowledge Exchange Worldwide
The nine-day fair hosts over one thousand publishers from thirty-five countries. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the event, highlighting books as bridges of knowledge, culture, and generations worldwide reading community.

3. Justice Soumen Sen Sworn In as Chief Justice of Kerala High Court at Official Ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram
Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlekar administered the oath at Kerala Lok Bhavan. Justice Sen succeeds Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar after serving as Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court.

1. Iran Witnesses Increased Public Mobilisation as Reza Pahlavi Urges Civic Participation and Nationwide Engagement Efforts
Reza Pahlavi encouraged public participation and civic action through statements shared online, acknowledging demonstrators’ resolve as gatherings were reported across multiple Iranian cities in recent days.

2. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to Visit India for Cultural Engagement and High-Level Bilateral Talks in Gujarat
The German Chancellor will visit India from the 12th. He will pay homage at Sabarmati Ashram, attend the International Kite Festival, and hold delegation-level talks with Prime Minister Modi.

3. Iran Sees Continued Public Gatherings as Authorities Emphasise Protection of Strategic Infrastructure Nationwide
Protests have continued for nearly two weeks across Iran. Authorities said the military will safeguard public property and key infrastructure, while international statements have drawn attention to the evolving situation.

4. Victoria Declares State of Disaster to Enhance Emergency Preparedness and Strengthen Bushfire Response Coordination
The Victorian government declared a state of disaster to improve coordination and resource deployment. Authorities advised residents in affected areas to follow safety guidelines amid challenging weather conditions.

1. Ladakh Reviews Preparations for 5th LG Cup Ice Hockey Championship Ahead of January 12 Opening
Joint Director Tahir Hussain Zubdavi inspected arrangements at Biamathang rink. The championship begins January 12, with UT Ladakh Chief Secretary and LAHDC Kargil leadership attending opening ceremony.

2. Sikkim Plans Introduction of Ice Hockey With Natural Rink Development in Gnathang Valley
Sikkim is preparing to introduce ice hockey as a winter sport. A natural ice rink in Gnathang Valley is planned, aiming to boost youth sports, winter tourism, and regional sports development.

3. India Concludes Malaysia Open Super 1000 Campaign After Competitive Performances in Singles and Doubles Events
PV Sindhu exited in the semifinals after a straight-game match against Wang Zhi Yi. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty earlier bowed out in men’s doubles quarterfinals.

4. RCB Women All-Rounder Pooja Vastrakar Set to Miss Initial Matches of Women’s Premier League 2026 Season
RCB head coach Malolan Rangarajan confirmed Pooja Vastrakar will be unavailable for the first two weeks of WPL 2026 due to a hamstring injury, with recovery underway.

1. Telangana to Showcase Rising 2047 Vision and $3 Trillion Economy Goal at World Economic Forum Davos 2026
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said Telangana will actively present its Telangana Rising 2047 vision and roadmap for a $3 trillion economy at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos.

2. RBI Rebalances Foreign Reserves With Reduced US Treasury Holdings and Increased Gold Accumulation Strategy
RBI’s US Treasury holdings fell below 200 billion dollars as reserve strategy evolved. During the same period, the central bank increased gold reserves, strengthening portfolio diversification and long-term stability.

3. India and EU Direct Officials to Accelerate Free Trade Agreement Negotiations and Resolve Outstanding Issues
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic reviewed progress in Brussels. Both sides guided negotiators to address pending issues and fast-track finalisation of the FTA.

4. Piyush Goyal’s Brussels Visit Marks Decisive Progress in India EU Free Trade Agreement Negotiations
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal concluded a two-day Brussels visit, holding high-level talks with EU leaders and guiding negotiating teams to resolve pending issues and accelerate finalisation of the India-EU FTA.

1. SSC Releases CGL Tier One Final Answer Keys and Marks Memo on Official Website
The Staff Selection Commission uploaded final answer keys, response sheets, and marks memo for SSC CGL Tier One on January 9. Candidates can access details on ssc.gov.in.

2. NTA Uploads NEET UG 2026 Syllabus on Official Website for Medical Aspirants Nationwide
The National Testing Agency uploaded the NEET UG 2026 syllabus on January 10. The syllabus, earlier notified by NMC, is now available on neet.nta.nic.in for candidates’ reference.