School Assembly News Headlines: 2 December 2025

National News

1. India mandates smartphone manufacturers to pre-install government cybersecurity app, raising privacy, compliance, and industry concerns.

2. Lok Sabha adjourned after Opposition protests demand debate on Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Winter Session.

3. Supreme Court asks Centre to review Delhi and NCR air-pollution action plan to assess its effectiveness.

4. Jaishankar urges urgent reforms to strengthen global biosecurity and modernise 50-year-old Biological Weapons Convention.

International News

1. Nepal awards contract to Chinese firm to print NRs 50, 500, and 1,000 banknotes within nine months.

2. Pope urges Lebanon’s political leaders to make peace top priority, highlights security risks, condemns religious violence during visit

Sports News

1. Marco Jansen develops into South Africa’s fast-bowling all-rounder, contributing with both bat and ball across formats.

2. Armand Duplantis and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone named 2025 World Athletes of the Year for record-breaking performances.

Business News

1. India’s factory activity hits nine-month low as US tariff measures weaken demand and slow export-driven growth.

2. Coal India’s production declines 3.7% to 453.5 MT in April-November FY26 despite government efforts to increase output.

1. India directs smartphone manufacturers to pre-install mandatory government cybersecurity app on new devices, raising privacy and industry concerns
The government has instructed all smartphone makers to include a cybersecurity application on new devices. The app will monitor misuse, block stolen phones, and facilitate official services amid industry caution.

2. Lok Sabha adjourned after Opposition protests demand discussion on Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls
The lower house of Parliament was adjourned following repeated Opposition protests seeking clarity on the electoral roll revision process. The Winter Session began with the Prime Minister extending formal greetings to members.

3. Supreme Court asks Centre to review air-pollution action plan for Delhi and NCR to assess its effectiveness
The Supreme Court on Monday urged the government and authorities to revisit their measures for reducing air pollution in Delhi and the National Capital Region. It asked them to evaluate whether the plan has achieved tangible improvements.

4. Jaishankar calls for urgent reforms to strengthen global biosecurity and modernise 50-year-old Biological Weapons Convention
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday highlighted the growing challenges of biological threats, whether natural, accidental, or deliberate. He said the BWC lacks compliance systems, technical bodies, and mechanisms to track scientific developments.

1. Nepal awards contract to Chinese firm to print banknotes of NRs 50, NRs 500 and NRs 1,000 denominations
Nepal Rastra Bank has contracted China Bank Note Printing and Minting Corporation to design, print, and supply various banknotes. The Chinese firm will complete production and delivery within nine months, officials said.

2. Trump administration directs US agencies not to observe World AIDS Day 2025, ending a 30-year tradition of recognition
For the first time in three decades, US agencies were instructed to skip World AIDS Day. Experts warn that ignoring the occasion undermines awareness efforts as the virus continues to spread globally.

3. Pope urges Lebanon’s political leaders to prioritise peace amid Israeli airstrikes and regional instability during first overseas visit
Pope Leo called on Lebanon’s leaders to make peace their top priority. He highlighted the country’s security risks, condemned violence in religion’s name, and urged adherence to blessed are the peacemakers.

4. South African President Ramaphosa rejects Trump’s threat to bar Pretoria from 2026 G20 summit, affirming country’s founding member status
President Cyril Ramaphosa dismissed threats from U.S. President Trump over South Africa’s G20 role. He reaffirmed Pretoria’s position as a founding member after Washington boycotted this year’s Johannesburg summit over disputed allegations.

1. Marco Jansen emerges as South Africa’s fast-bowling all-rounder, offering rare dual impact with bat and ball
The 25-year-old left-arm pacer has evolved from a specialist bowler into a genuine all-rounder. His ability to influence matches with both bat and ball makes him vital to South Africa’s plans across formats.

2. India stuns Iran 2-1 in men’s Under-17 AFC Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, securing historic qualification for Saudi Arabia
India defeated Iran 2-1 in the U17 AFC Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers at Ahmedabad’s EKA Arena. Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated the team, praising players, coaches, and support staff for their dedication.

3. Armand Duplantis and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone named 2025 World Athletes of the Year at World Athletics Awards
Duplantis broke the men’s pole vault world record four times and remained unbeaten in all 16 competitions. McLaughlin-Levrone excelled in sprinting events, earning top honours for their performances this year.

4. Travis Head open to opening in second Ashes 2025–26 Test in Brisbane after match-winning century in Perth
Australia’s Travis Head scored 123 off 83 balls in the fourth innings of the first Test. He said he is willing to open again in the pink-ball Test starting December 4.