School Assembly News Headlines: 15 March 2025

1. India Sends 50,000 Furosemide Injections to Sri Lanka to Combat Hospital Medicine Shortage
India provided 50,000 ampoules of Furosemide injection to Sri Lanka. The Indian High Commissioner handed them over to Sri Lankan officials. This support aims to help hospitals facing critical medicine shortages.

2. PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Completes One Year, Reaches 8.46% of 10 Million Solar Panel Target
The scheme aims to power 10 million homes by 2027. Only 8.46% of the target is met. The government data shows an average installation of 70,000 rooftop solar panels monthly.

3. India Earns $143 Million by Launching 393 Foreign Satellites, Strengthening Its Global Space Industry
ISRO launched 393 foreign and three Indian customer satellites. It generated $143 million in revenue. These commercial space missions have strengthened India’s global position in the rapidly growing space industry.

4. Indian Railways Allocates ₹49 Crore to Modernize Andhra Pradesh’s Gudur Railway Station
The Ministry of Railways sanctioned ₹49 crore for upgrading Gudur Station. The modernization project will enhance infrastructure and passenger amenities, benefiting travelers in Tirupati and Nellore districts under South Central Railway.

5. Indian Air Force Successfully Test-Fires ASTRA BVRAAM Missile from Tejas Fighter Jet
The Air Force successfully fired the ASTRA missile from Tejas. The missile directly hit a flying target. This achievement boosts India’s defense capabilities and strengthens its indigenous missile development program.

6. Russian President Putin Acknowledges PM Modi’s Diplomatic Role in Ukraine Conflict Resolution
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised PM Modi’s role in peace efforts. He acknowledged India’s diplomatic support along with leaders from Brazil and South Africa in resolving the Ukraine conflict.

7. Holi Celebrations Across India Marked by Festive Joy, Unity, and Traditional Enthusiasm
Holi celebrations brought people together across India. President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings. She emphasized unity, cultural heritage, and the festival’s significance in celebrating the victory of good over evil.

8. Goa High Court Strikes Down Zoning Law Benefiting Private Landowners, Citing Regional Plan Violations
The Bombay High Court’s Goa Bench invalidated a zoning amendment. The court ruled that the law benefited private landowners and undermined the integrity of the state’s existing Regional Plan guidelines.

9. Parliamentary Panel Urges Raising Ayushman Bharat Health Insurance Cover from ₹5 Lakh to ₹10 Lakh
A parliamentary committee suggested raising Ayushman Bharat’s insurance coverage to ₹10 lakh per family. It highlighted rising healthcare expenses and stressed the need for better medical access, especially for critical care.

10. Parliamentary Panel Proposes Higher, Uniform MGNREGA Wages to Counter Inflation and Ensure Fair Pay
A parliamentary committee urged the revision of MGNREGA wages. It recommended uniform pay across India. The proposal addresses inflation and ensures fair wages for rural workers under the employment guarantee scheme.

1. Tamil Nadu Government Presents Budget 2025-26 with Major Welfare Scheme Allocations
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin-led DMK government presented the Budget 2025-26, prioritizing welfare schemes like fare-free bus travel for women. AIADMK walked out over TASMAC-related allegations.

2. Haryana CM Hails BJP’s Civic Poll Win as Approval of ‘Triple Engine Government’ Policies
Haryana CM Naya Singh Saini called BJP’s civic poll victory a public endorsement of the government’s policies. He emphasized faster development under the Centre, state, and local BJP governance.

3. Jammu and Kashmir Government Allocates 500 Kanals for Five Industrial Parks in Jammu District
The Jammu and Kashmir government transferred 500 kanals of land for industrial parks in four tehsils. Minister Surinder Choudhary revealed this in response to a Legislative Assembly question.

4. Magnitude 5.2 Earthquake Hits Ladakh’s Kargil, No Damage or Casualties Reported
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Kargil, Ladakh, early today, with tremors felt in Jammu and Kashmir. The region, in Seismic Zone-IV, remains highly vulnerable to earthquakes.

5. Uttar Pradesh to Transform All Municipal Corporations into Solar Cities for Clean Energy Growth
CM Yogi Adityanath announced plans to convert all municipal corporations into solar cities, reinforcing UP’s commitment to clean energy. The announcement was made at a national conference on NCAP.

1. Axar Patel Named New Delhi Capitals Captain for IPL 2025 Season
Axar Patel has been appointed as Delhi Capitals’ captain despite KL Rahul and Faf du Plessis being available. Retained for ₹16.50 crore, he aims to lead DC to success.

2. Nat Sciver-Brunt Becomes Leading Run-Scorer in Women’s Premier League History
Mumbai Indians all-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt surpassed Ellyse Perry to become WPL’s all-time leading run-scorer, amassing 997 runs. Among Indians, Shafali Verma and Harmanpreet Kaur rank in the top five.

3. Mumbai Indians Secure Spot in WPL 2025 Final with 47-Run Victory Over Gujarat Giants
Mumbai Indians stormed into the WPL final, defeating Gujarat Giants by 47 runs. Hayley Matthews and Nat Sciver-Brunt powered Mumbai with identical 77-run knocks in a dominant performance.

4. Karnataka High Court Rules Caste Certificate Cannot Be Canceled Due to Sibling’s Scholarship
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a caste certificate cannot be canceled solely because a sibling received a scholarship under a different caste. Justice M. Nagaprasanna issued this verdict on March 7.

5. South Korean Firm to Construct Air-Filled Rubber Barrage for Sabarmati Riverfront Project
YOOIL Envirotech will build and maintain an air-filled rubber barrage in Ahmedabad. The ₹239.9 crore contract for the barrage-cum-bridge was awarded to Rajkamal Builders Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd.

1. Passenger Vehicle Sales in FY25 Remain Flat at 3.82 Million Units, Compared to Record FY24 Volumes
Passenger vehicle sales in FY25 remained stagnant at 3.82 million units. Despite a 2.12% year-on-year increase, sales fell short of FY24’s record 4.2 million unit mark.

2. India Prioritizes Renewable Energy Financing to Accelerate Low-Carbon Economic Transition
India included renewable energy projects under priority sector lending to boost clean energy investments. RBI Governor emphasized targeted credit allocation to meet climate and development goals.

3. Valueattics Re Becomes India’s First Private Reinsurer After Receiving IRDAI Approval
Valueattics Re secured IRDAI approval to operate in India, making it the country’s first private reinsurance company. Currently, state-owned GIC Re is the sole reinsurer in the market.

4. India’s First Exploration Licence Auctions Launched for 13 Blocks of Critical Minerals
The Mines Ministry launched India’s first exploration licence auction for 13 blocks across 10 states, covering vital minerals like gold, copper, zinc, and rare earth elements.

5. India Needs 8% Growth for Economic Progress, Suggested by the Chairman of State Bank of India 
SBI Chairman stressed that India requires 8% GDP growth for economic advancement. While current growth is around 6%, he termed concerns of slowdown as temporary.

1. Amit Shah Announces 100,000 Recruitments in CAPF at CISF Raising Day Parade
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, at the 56th CISF Raising Day Parade in Tamil Nadu, announced the recruitment of over 100,000 youth into CAPFs. Last year, 14,000 positions were filled in CISF, with 50,000 more recruitments underway.

2. NTA Releases Exam Schedule for NITTT 2025, Admit Cards Out on March 12
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced that the NITTT 2025 exam will be held on March 22, 23, 29, and 30 in online mode. The exam will have two shifts: 10 AM-1 PM and 2:30 PM-5:30 PM. Admit cards will be available from March 12.

3. CBSE to Hold Special Class 12 Hindi Exam for Students Affected by Holi Celebrations
CBSE has announced a special exam for Class 12 students unable to appear for the Hindi paper on March 15 due to Holi celebrations in some regions. The board acknowledged that in some areas, Holi festivities extend to March 15.

4. AP POLYCET 2025 Registrations Begin, Exam Scheduled for April 30
The Andhra Pradesh State Board of Technical Education and Training has opened registrations for AP POLYCET 2025. Interested candidates can apply at polycetap.nic.in until April 15. The exam is set for April 30 for admissions to diploma courses in government and private polytechnic colleges.

5. Telangana Open School Society (TOSS) Announces Exam Schedule for April/May 2025
TOSS has released the schedule for SSC and Intermediate theory and practical exams. Theory exams start on April 20 and end on May 26, while practicals will be held from April 26 to May 3. The exams will be conducted in two sessions, morning and afternoon.

1. India Launches First Exploration Licence Auction and AI Hackathon for Mineral Targeting
The Ministry of Mines and the Goa government launched India’s first-ever Exploration Licence (EL) auction, aiming to boost mineral exploration. The event also featured AI Hackathon 2025, focusing on using artificial intelligence to discover hidden mineral deposits and advance sustainable mining.

2. Meta to Introduce Community Notes on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads from March 18
Starting March 18, Meta will launch a pilot of Community Notes in the U.S. across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. This initiative will replace third-party fact-checking with community moderation, similar to the system introduced on X (formerly Twitter) in 2021.

3. India Successfully Tests Astra BVRAAM from LCA Tejas AF MK1 Prototype in Odisha
India’s Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) successfully tested the Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from the LCA Tejas AF MK1 off Odisha’s coast. The missile precisely hit its target, proving its advanced capabilities.

4. China’s High-Flyer Hedge Fund Fuels AI Competition in $10 Trillion Market Industry
Chinese hedge fund High-Flyer’s AI-powered trading strategies have sparked an AI arms race among mainland asset managers. Its AI startup, DeepSeek, has challenged Silicon Valley’s dominance with cost-efficient language models.

5. Oracle Plans Cloud Services Center in Indonesia’s Batam Island for Southeast Asia Expansion
Oracle is in talks with Indonesia to set up a cloud services center in Batam, leveraging its free trade zone benefits and proximity to Singapore and Malaysia. The move aligns with Oracle’s cloud expansion strategy in Southeast Asia.

IMD Issues Rainfall Alert Across Multiple States
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rainfall alert for several states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar, and West Bengal, predicting continued showers until March 15.

According to IMD, the weather change is due to two cyclonic circulations:

First Cyclone: Originating from Iraq, it is expected to move toward northern India, bringing rainfall to several states. If it impacts Delhi-NCR, it may provide relief from soaring temperatures.
Second Cyclone: Moving from Bangladesh, this system is likely to bring rain to eastern and northeastern states over the next five days.

The affected regions span from Jammu and Kashmir to Bihar, West Bengal to the Northeast, and Kerala to Tamil Nadu. Stay updated with local weather advisories for further developments.