School Assembly News Headlines: 17 August 2025 

National News

1. PM Modi Congratulates Rajinikanth on Completing 50 Years in Cinema, Applauds His Iconic Roles, Versatile Performances, and Lasting Impact on Generations.

2. Sri Krishna Janmashtami and Parsi New Year Celebrated Across India, Leaders Extend Greetings, Urge Citizens to Follow Dharma and Promote Welfare.

3. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Visit India on August 18–19, Hold Talks on Border Issues and Strengthen Bilateral Relations.

4. NCERT Modules on India’s Partition Attribute Responsibility to Congress, Highlight Roles of Jinnah, Mountbatten, and Congress in Division and Consequences.

International News

1. Putin and Trump Meet in Alaska for Over Two Hours, Discuss Ukraine War, Trade, Business Cooperation, No Clear Resolution Reached.

2. Indian Tricolour Hoisted at Seattle’s Iconic 605-Feet Space Needle on 79th Independence Day, First Foreign Flag Raised at Landmark.

Sports News 

1. Australian Cricket Mourns Bob Simpson’s Death at 89, Celebrates Legendary Career as Player, Captain, Coach, and Influential Figure in Sport.

2. Liverpool Defeat Bournemouth 4-2 in Premier League Season Opener at Anfield, Mo Salah and Federico Chiesa Score Late Decisive Goals.

Business News

1. India’s Top Money Managers Invest in New-Age Stocks and Hidden Gems, PMS Schemes Show Strong July Returns Led by InCred.

2. Trump Hints US May Delay Secondary Tariffs on Countries Buying Russian Oil, Potentially Providing Economic Relief to India Amid Global Concerns.

1. PM Modi Congratulates Rajinikanth on Completing 50 Years in Cinema. Praises His Iconic Roles and Influence Across Generations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Superstar Rajinikanth on completing 50 years in the film industry. He lauds his versatile roles, historic journey, and enduring impact on audiences nationwide.

2. Sri Krishna Janmashtami and Parsi New Year Celebrated Across India. Leaders Extend Greetings and Inspire Citizens Towards Duty and Prosperity.
Sri Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated nationwide today. President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greet citizens. Leaders urge following Lord Krishna’s teachings and honouring Parsi contributions for societal welfare.

3. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Visit India on August 18–19. Key Talks on Border Issues and Bilateral Relations Scheduled.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit India at NSA Ajit Doval’s invitation. He will hold the 24th Special Representatives’ Talks on the border and meet External Affairs Minister Jaishankar.

4. NCERT Modules on India’s Partition Hold Congress Responsible. Highlight Jinnah, Mountbatten, and Congress Roles in Division and Consequences.
NCERT’s new modules released for Partition Remembrance Day state that Congress accepted Partition plans and underestimated Jinnah. The modules say Jinnah demanded it, Congress accepted, and Mountbatten formalised it.

5. Indian Tricolour Hoisted at Seattle’s Space Needle on 79th Independence Day. First Foreign Flag Raised at Iconic 605-Feet Tower.
On India’s 79th Independence Day, the tricolour was raised at Seattle’s Space Needle. Consul General Prakash Gupta and Mayor Bruce Harrell, along with city leaders, attended the historic event.

6. Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Returns to India After Historic ISS Visit. Shares Experiences Ahead of ISRO’s 2027 Human Spaceflight Mission.
Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns to India after his International Space Station visit. He meets Prime Minister Modi and travels to Lucknow, sharing his experiences as ISRO prepares for its first human spaceflight in 2027.

1. Puducherry Observes Death Anniversary of Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Leaders Pay Floral Tributes at Municipality Building.
The death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee is observed in Puducherry. Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan and Chief Minister N. Rangasamy pay floral tributes at his portrait.

2. Puducherry Celebrates De Jure Transfer Day. Leaders Honour Freedom Fighters and Commemorate 1962 French Settlements Integration.
De Jure Transfer Day is celebrated in Puducherry, marking the 1962 transfer of French settlements to India. Assembly Speaker R. Selvam unfurls the national flag and pays tributes to freedom fighters.

1. Putin-Trump Meeting in Alaska Lasts Over Two Hours. Leaders Discuss Ukraine, Trade, and Business Cooperation Without Clear Resolution.
Russian President Putin and US President Trump meet in Alaska for over two hours. Talks cover the Ukraine war, trade, and business cooperation, but no definite position on resolving the conflict emerges.

2. Indian Tricolour Hoisted at Seattle’s Space Needle for 79th Independence Day. First Foreign Flag Raised at Iconic 605-Feet Tower.
The Indian tricolour is hoisted at Seattle’s Space Needle for Independence Day. Consul General Prakash Gupta, Mayor Bruce Harrell, and city leaders attend the historic event at the iconic 1962-built landmark.

3. Over 320 Killed in Northern Pakistan as Heavy Monsoon Rains Trigger Flash Floods. Fresh Rainfall Warning Issued.
Heavy monsoon rains cause flash floods in northern Pakistan, killing more than 320 people. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa records 211 deaths, while fatalities also occur in Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. Authorities warn of more rainfall.

4. Tibetan Political Prisoner Jamyang Lekshay Detained for Opposing China’s Dam Project in Tibet, Says Central Tibetan Administration.
The Central Tibetan Administration profiles Jamyang Lekshay, head of Yena Monastery, who is imprisoned for protesting China’s Kamtok Dam. He was arrested in February 2024 after joining peaceful demonstrations in Derge.

5. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to Meet US President Trump in Washington After Alaska Summit with Putin Yields No Deal.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy plans to meet US President Trump in Washington. He discussed the situation with Trump after the Alaska summit with Putin, which did not produce an agreement to end the war.

1. Australian Cricket Mourns Bob Simpson’s Death at 89. Legendary Player, Captain, and Coach Remembered for Stellar Career.
Bob Simpson, former Australian cricketer and coach, dies at 89. He played 62 tests, scored 4,869 runs, took 71 wickets, and captained Australia in 39 tests during a celebrated career.

2. Liverpool Beat Bournemouth 4-2 on Season Opener. Mo Salah and Federico Chiesa Score Late Goals in Thrilling Match at Anfield.
Liverpool start their Premier League title defence with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth. Hugo Ekitike and Cody Gakpo score early, while Salah and Chiesa net late goals amid a tense, emotional evening.

3. Australian Cricket Mourns Legendary Bob Simpson, Former Test Captain and Coach, Dies at 89 in Sydney.
Bob Simpson, former Australian cricketer and coach, dies at 89. He played 62 Tests, scored 21,029 first-class runs, took 349 wickets, and was renowned as one of Australia’s greatest slip fielders.

1. India’s Top Money Managers Bet on New-Age Stocks and Hidden Gems. PMS Schemes Show Strong July Performance.
India’s leading Portfolio Management Services focus on fintech, healthcare, and speciality chemicals. InCred Asset Management’s Healthcare Portfolio tops July returns at 11.96%, highlighting where smart money is flowing.

2. Trump Signals US May Hold Off Secondary Tariffs on Countries Buying Russian Oil, Offering Relief to India.
President Donald Trump hints the US might not impose extra tariffs on nations purchasing Russian crude. India, a major buyer, may avoid potential penalties under the suggested US policy shift.

3. India’s Merchandise Exports Rise 7.3% in July to $37.24 Billion, Driven by Electronics, Engineering, and Pharmaceuticals.
India’s goods exports grow strongly in July, reaching $37.24 billion. Key sectors boosting growth include engineering, gems and jewellery, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, with electronics exports up 34% year-on-year.

1. IMD Issues Red Alert for Extremely Heavy Rainfall in Mumbai, Konkan, Goa, South Maharashtra, and Nearby Regions.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts isolated extremely heavy rainfall over Konkan and Goa in the next two days. Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh are also expected to receive very heavy rainfall.

2. IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Goa from 15th to 20th August. Heavy Rainfall and Strong Winds Expected.
The India Meteorological Department warns of widespread rainfall in Goa from 15th to 20th August. Heavy to very heavy showers may occur on 17th, with winds reaching 30–40 kmph, gusting up to 50 kmph.

3. IMD Issues Red Alert for Mumbai as Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Causes Severe Water-Logging.
Mumbai experiences continuous rain since yesterday, with intense showers today. The heavy downpour leads to severe water-logging, disrupting traffic and daily life across multiple city areas.