School Assembly News Headlines: 16 September 2025 

National News

1. Supreme Court refuses stay on Waqf Amendment Act 2025, upholding constitutional presumption of law except in rare circumstances

2. IIM Lucknow climbs to 5th position in NIRF 2025 rankings, strengthening status as top management education institute

3. India and US to resume bilateral trade talks in Delhi after delays over agriculture, dairy, and tariff issues

4. US chief trade negotiator Brendan Lynch arrives in Delhi to restart long-pending bilateral trade deal discussions with India

International News

1. Donald Trump calls Russia-Ukraine hatred unfathomable, labels Moscow aggressor, admits achieving peace harder than expected despite prior claims

2. UN Human Rights Council to debate Israel’s September 9 Qatar airstrike on Hamas, requested by OIC and GCC

Sports News 

1. UAE face Oman in Asia Cup 2025 at Abu Dhabi seeking redemption after heavy defeats in opening matches

2. Mohammed Siraj named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for August 2025 after match-winning nine-wicket Oval Test performance

Business News

1. Basmati rice dispute between India and Pakistan escalates, complicating trade negotiations with European Union over protected status

2. India-US bilateral trade talks to resume as chief negotiator Brendan Lynch arrives in Delhi for preliminary discussions

1. UP government warns action against bureaucrats ignoring MPs and MLAs’ letters, issues fresh order for accountability enforcement
The Yogi Adityanath government issued a fresh order warning senior bureaucrats of action for ignoring letters from MPs and MLAs. The directive emphasizes strict accountability and timely response from officials.

2. Delhi Airport’s upgraded Terminal 2 to reopen next month with modern design, self-baggage drop, and passenger-friendly facilities
Indira Gandhi International Airport’s Terminal 2 will reopen on September 26 after upgrades. The revamped terminal offers self-baggage drop, skylight designs, modern ceilings, and improved facilities for smoother passenger experience.

3. Acharya Devvrat sworn in as Maharashtra’s 22nd Governor, takes oath in Sanskrit, succeeds newly elected Vice President Radhakrishnan
Acharya Devvrat became Maharashtra’s 22nd Governor after taking oath in Sanskrit at Raj Bhavan. He succeeds C.P. Radhakrishnan, who was recently elected Vice President of India, marking leadership transition.

4. Flood-hit Punjab families offered 150 workdays under MGNREGA; damaged houses to be rebuilt under PM Sadak Yojna
Union Minister Kamlesh Paswan announced flood victims in Punjab will receive 150 MGNREGA workdays. He assured damaged houses in Amritsar’s flood-hit areas will be reconstructed under Pradhan Mantri Sadak Yojna Grameen.

1. Donald Trump calls Russia-Ukraine hatred unfathomable, labels Moscow aggressor, admits peace harder than expected despite earlier claims
US President Donald Trump described animosity between Putin and Zelensky as unfathomable, calling Russia the aggressor. He admitted ending the war proved tougher than expected, despite earlier claims of quick resolution.

2. UN Human Rights Council to debate Israel’s September 9 Qatar airstrike on Hamas, requested by OIC and GCC
The UN Human Rights Council will hold an urgent debate on Israel’s September 9 Qatar strike on Hamas. Requested by OIC and GCC, the session reflects growing Gulf-Israel tensions.

3. Pro-Palestinian protests disrupt Vuelta a Espana finale in Madrid; Danish cyclist Jonas Vingegaard declared race winner amid unrest
The Vuelta a Espana race finale was halted in Madrid after pro-Palestinian protests targeted an Israeli team’s participation. Demonstrators blocked routes, forcing cancellation, while Jonas Vingegaard was declared the winner.

4. Trump says TikTok’s US future uncertain, cites China’s decisive role as negotiations continue over app’s survival and operations
US President Donald Trump said TikTok’s fate remains uncertain. He emphasized China’s role in ongoing negotiations, suggesting the app could either survive or shut down, depending on future decisions.

5. Rameshwor Khanal sworn in as Nepal’s Finance Minister, Kulman Ghising takes charge of energy, infrastructure, and urban portfolios
At Sheetal Niwas, Kathmandu, Rameshwor Khanal became Nepal’s Finance Minister. Kulman Ghising assumed charge of energy, water, infrastructure, transport, and urban development ministries, marking a major leadership change in governance.

6. Over 100,000 join Tommy Robinson’s ‘Unite the Kingdom’ march in London; counter-protest sees 5,000 anti-racism demonstrators
London police reported 110,000 people attended Tommy Robinson’s anti-immigrant march, while 5,000 joined an anti-racism counter-protest. Authorities admitted surprise, calling the rally too large for Whitehall’s designated route.

1. UAE face Oman in Asia Cup 2025 after heavy defeats, seeking redemption at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
UAE and Oman meet in Asia Cup 2025’s seventh match after opening losses. UAE, led by Muhammad Waseem, were dismissed for 57 against India. The team now faces pressure for a comeback.

2. Mohammed Siraj wins ICC Men’s Player of the Month for August 2025 after nine-wicket match-winning Oval Test spell
Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj earned ICC’s August 2025 Player of the Month award for his Oval Test heroics. He picked nine wickets. His performance secured India’s victory and leveled the series 2-2.

3. Central Zone defeats South Zone by six wickets to win Duleep Trophy after 11 years in Bengaluru
Central Zone chased 65 runs to defeat South Zone and win the Duleep Trophy after 11 years. Akshay Wadkar remained unbeaten on 19. Yash Rathod contributed 13 to secure victory.

4. Anandkumar Velkumar wins India’s first senior medal at Speed Skating World Championships, claims historic bronze in 500m+ D sprint
Anandkumar Velkumar earned India’s first senior medal at the Speed Skating World Championships, winning bronze in 500m+ D sprint. He previously won 1000m bronze at the World Games in Chengdu.

1. Basmati rice dispute fuels India-Pakistan tensions, complicates trade talks with European Union over protected status and labeling rights
India and Pakistan are in dispute over basmati rice’s protected status. Both claim exclusive rights to the name. The conflict may challenge India’s ongoing efforts for a trade agreement with the EU.

2. India-US bilateral trade talks to resume as chief negotiator Brendan Lynch arrives in Delhi for preliminary discussions
India and the US will hold preliminary talks on a proposed bilateral trade agreement. Brendan Lynch arrived in Delhi to meet Chief Negotiator Rajesh Agrawal. Discussions will shape the next negotiation round.

3. Six firms, including Canara Robeco and Hero Motors, receive Sebi approval to launch maiden IPOs in India
Six companies, including Canara Robeco and Hero Motors, secured Sebi approval for their first public offers. Pine Labs, Orkla India, Manipal Payment, Identity Solutions, and Emmvee also received IPO nods.

4. India and Arunachal Pradesh sign MoU for special development package in Siang region amid China mega dam concerns
The Centre and Arunachal Pradesh signed a MoU for a special development package in the Siang region. The initiative supports pre-investment activities for the proposed Upper Siang Multipurpose Storage Project.

5. India’s unemployment rate drops to 5.1 per cent in August 2025, marking second consecutive monthly decline
The Periodic Labour Force Survey shows India’s unemployment rate fell to 5.1 per cent in August. It declined from 5.2 per cent in July and 5.6 per cent in May and June.