School Assembly News Headlines: 13 August 2025

1. Ministry of Youth Affairs celebrated International Youth Day 2025, highlights Bharat Youth Platform and AI for skill development
Dr. Pallavi Govil highlighted key government initiatives including the Bharat Youth Platform app and AI tools to enhance youth skills. The 2025 theme emphasises local youth actions driving Sustainable Development Goals.

2. UPSC to celebrate 100th anniversary with year-long events, new initiatives, and employee engagement from October 2025 to 2026
UPSC will launch a commemorative logo, tagline, and reforms as part of its centenary celebrations. The Commission is incorporating employee suggestions to actively involve them in the year-long events and initiatives.

3. Atal Innovation Mission hosts Mega Tinkering Day 2025 with over 10,000 labs and 4,73,350 students participating nationwide
AIM’s virtual event engaged students from 9,467 schools across India. They collaborated in a live challenge to design a DIY vacuum cleaner, fostering innovation and hands-on learning among youth nationwide.

4. 3rd India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable held in New Delhi to enhance bilateral cooperation and strategic partnership
Union Ministers including Dr. S. Jaishankar and Singaporean leaders met to set new cooperation agendas. The roundtable focuses on deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and expanding India-Singapore collaboration across sectors.

5. India reiterates commitment to free and rules-based maritime order at UN Security Council debate on maritime security
At the UNSC debate, Tanmaya Lal stressed global cooperation for maritime security. He highlighted initiatives like IFC-IOR, e-Samudra, Samudra Prachet, IOS Sagar, Deep Ocean Mission, and strengthened naval ties in the Indo-Pacific.

6. PM Modi extends wishes to 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics participants, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and collaboration in space sciences
Modi highlighted India’s rich space science legacy. He urged youth to explore the universe with curiosity, creativity, and teamwork, fostering innovation and global scientific cooperation.

1. Union Cabinet approves four new semiconductor projects, boosting India’s chip manufacturing under India Semiconductor Mission
The Cabinet, led by PM Modi, approved four additional semiconductor manufacturing projects. With six ongoing, total projects now ten with investments of Rs. 1.60 lakh crore across six states. These projects will create over 2,000 direct skilled jobs and many more indirect employment opportunities.

2. 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics inaugurated in Mumbai with 288 students from 64 countries
The inauguration of the 18th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics took place in Mumbai. Key dignitaries like Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood and Dr. Ajay Kumar Mohanty attended. Hosted by the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, this edition features 288 students from 64 countries, making it the largest so far.

3. Heavy rains shut all schools in Rajouri and Poonch. Landslide on Jammu-Rajouri highway halts traffic and triggers restoration work
Authorities in Rajouri and Poonch closed all schools due to heavy rains. A massive landslide blocked NH144A, halting traffic. Restoration work is underway to clear debris and reopen the route.

4. Telangana BJP to mark Independence Day with ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ and ‘Tiranga Yatra’ across state to promote unity and patriotism
BJP state unit will host events in Hyderabad and statewide. Citizens are urged to hoist the Tricolour by August 15, marking the sixth year of the campaign.

1. US and China extend trade truce for 90 days, delaying planned tariff increases between world’s largest economies
US and China agreed to pause tariff hikes until November 10. The US maintains a 30% tariff on Chinese imports, while China keeps a 10% tariff on American goods.

2. Sindhudesh Revolutionary Army marks 11 August as key date in Baloch independence recognition by Britain in 1947
The SRA claims 11 August is a vital milestone when Britain acknowledged Balochistan’s independence. The British Empire’s withdrawal followed decades of anti-colonial struggle and World War II weakening.

3. U.S. inflation holds steady at 2.7% in July, while core inflation hits five-month high amid rising import costs from tariffs
U.S. consumer inflation held steady at 2.7% in July. Core inflation climbed to 3.1%, a five-month high, as tariffs drove up import costs despite falling gas and grocery prices.

4. Covid-19 cases surge across U.S., western states experience sharpest rise. Wastewater virus levels increase from low to moderate
CDC reports nationwide wastewater virus levels climbed from low to moderate last week. Western states showed the most significant Covid-19 activity increase.

5. Seventh India-Australia dialogue on disarmament, non-proliferation, and export control held in New Delhi to strengthen strategic partnership
The seventh round of the dialogue discussed nuclear, chemical, and biological disarmament, conventional weapons, AI in the military domain, and export control regimes. It aimed to enhance mutual understanding and advance the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Sports News Headlines for School Assembly 13 August 2025

1. Shubman Gill returns to India’s T20I squad, competing for vice-captain role ahead of Asia Cup in UAE starting September 9
Gill is set to rejoin the T20I squad after a strong Test captaincy debut in England. Jasprit Bumrah will play in the Asia Cup but may miss the first Test versus West Indies in October.

2. Vincent Keymer retains lead at Chennai Grand Masters 2025 after drawing with Vidit Gujrathi in Round 5
Keymer holds a one-point lead over Arjun Erigaisi, who also drew against Pranav V. The two leaders will meet next, while Van Foreest won against Ray Robson, the only winner yesterday.

3. Roger Binny to remain BCCI president until September AGM as National Sports Bill raises office-bearer age limit to 75 years
Parliament passed the bill raising age limits for sports federation heads without global restrictions. Binny, 1983 World Cup winner, can serve until 75 if BCCI state units approve an extended tenure.

4. India ends Asian U-19 & U-22 Boxing Championships 2025 with 27 medals. Ritika wins gold in women’s 80-plus kg category
The Asian U-19 & U-22 Boxing Championships 2025 in Bangkok saw India claim 27 medals in total. The U19 team won 14 medals, finishing second overall. The U22 team secured 13 medals, with Ritika as its sole gold medalist.

5. India eyes 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad with strong government backing and Olympic ambitions for 2036
India is bidding to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad to support its 2036 Olympic dream. A Commonwealth Sports delegation visited last week to guide organisers in preparing the bid.

1. India’s credit demand remains strong, driven by digitalisation, rising consumer aspirations, and solid financial infrastructure, says Experian report
As of March 2025, industry Assets Under Management reached ₹121 lakh crore, growing 21% YoY. Fresh loan disbursals rose 10% YoY, led by gold loans, business loans, and loans against property.

2. India restricts import of specific jute products from Bangladesh to Nhava Sheva port, banning land border entry for better regulation
India allows certain jute goods like fabrics, ropes, and sacks to enter only through Nhava Sheva Seaport. All land port imports along the India-Bangladesh border are now blocked for stricter control.

3. SEBI rejects Anil Ambani’s plea to settle Yes Bank bond case, exposing him to potential Rs 1,828 crore penalty
India’s market regulator refused Ambani’s request to settle charges over Reliance Mutual Fund’s investment in Yes Bank AT-1 bonds, written off after the bank’s 2020 insolvency.

4. Tesla opens second India showroom in Delhi, launches Model Y SUV in two variants priced at ₹60 lakh and ₹68 lakh
Tesla opened its Delhi showroom after Mumbai debut. Model Y offers heated seats, driver-assistance, and supercharging. Deliveries begin Q3 2025 in Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurugram, expanding Tesla’s presence in India’s EV market.

5. India’s retail inflation drops to 1.55% in July 2025, lowest since June 2017, driven by broad-based food price decline
CPI inflation eased due to falling prices of pulses, vegetables, cereals, and eggs. Food inflation fell to -1.76%, its lowest since January 2019, aided by favorable base effects.

1. Rajouri and Poonch districts close all schools due to heavy rains; landslide blocks Jammu-Rajouri National Highway
Authorities ordered closure of government and private schools amid adverse weather. A massive landslide blocked NH144A, halting traffic. Restoration work is ongoing to clear debris and reopen the highway.

2. Heavy rains in Punjab wash away Pathankot-Dalhousie-Chamba highway; flooding disrupts city and villages
Continuous rain washed away part of the Pathankot-Dalhousie-Chamba highway. Flooding affected city areas and farmland in Sultanpur Lodhi. Rising Beas River breached bundh, inundating villages in Kapurthala and Gurdaspur.