School Assembly News Headlines: 2 June 2025 

National News

1. Heavy rain causes floods and landslides in Assam; eight dead, 78,000 affected; rivers above danger level, orange alert issued.

2. PM Modi meets ADB President Masato Kanda; ADB supports India’s ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ vision and rapid development goals.

3. Air Marshal Manish Khanna, with over 4,000 flying hours, takes charge of Southern Air Command on June 1, 2025.

4. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla leads Indian delegation at 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brazil on global peace reforms.

International News

1. Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russian bases in Siberia, damaging over 40 Russian military aircraft.

2. China warns the US after Defense Secretary’s Taiwan remarks, escalating tensions at the Shangri-La Dialogue on regional security.

Sports News

1. Koneru Humpy leads Norway Chess women’s section after Armageddon win; Gukesh loses, Erigaisi beats Nakamura, Carlsen defeats Caruana.

2. Mohammadreza Shadloui breaks PKL record again with over 2 crore bid; Devank Dalal and Ashu Malik are top buys.

Business News

1. IndiGo partners with Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic, Delta to expand long-haul flights to Europe, North America, and Britain.

2. India’s GST collection crosses ₹2 lakh crore for second month in May 2025, showing 16.4% growth year-on-year.

1. Heavy rain hits Assam. Floods and landslides kill eight. Over 78,000 affected. Major rivers flow above danger level, says CWC.
Assam faces severe floods due to heavy rain. Eight people have died. Road and train services are hit. The Central Water Commission issued an orange alert as rivers crossed danger level.

2. PM Modi met ADB President Masato Kanda. ADB supports India’s bold vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047, says Kanda.
Prime Minister Modi met ADB President Masato Kanda. They discussed India’s rapid development. Kanda said ADB supports India’s goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. He called it a bold vision.

3. Air Marshal Manish Khanna takes charge of Southern Air Command. He has over 4,000 flying hours and extensive experience.
Air Marshal Manish Khanna assumed command of Southern Air Command on June 1, 2025. He joined the Indian Air Force in 1986. He has over 4,000 hours flying fighter and trainer jets.

4. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla leads Indian delegation at 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brazil on global peace reforms.
Om Birla will represent India at the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brasilia. The event focuses on inclusive global governance and peace. He leads the Indian parliamentary delegation from June 3 to 5.

5. Spanish and Italian Navy ships visit Mumbai for operational turnaround, first under EU Naval Force cooperation with India.
ESPS Reina Sofia and ITS Antonio Marceglia are in Mumbai from May 26 to June 1, 2025. This marks the first EU Naval Force visit to India. It strengthens peace and security ties.

1. Puducherry adds six electric buses. Nineteen more arriving soon. Plan to switch fully to electric public transport by year-end.
Puducherry received six electric buses last month. Nineteen more will arrive by July-end. This will reduce pollution. The city aims to have all government buses electric by the end of the year.

2. Amit Shah offers full support to Assam, Manipur, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh amid severe floods and landslides in Northeast.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with four northeastern CMs. He promised full central support for flood relief. Assam CM thanked Shah for his concern and quick assistance offer during the crisis.

3. Ajit Pawar inaugurates India’s first Agriculture Hackathon in Pune; over 1,800 participants present digital innovations for farming solutions.
Ajit Pawar opened India’s first Agriculture Hackathon in Pune. He highlighted agriculture’s role beyond food. Over 1,800 participants are showcasing innovations and research until June 3 at the event.

4. Amit Shah inaugurates new CFSL building in Kolkata, aims to boost forensic support across eastern and northeastern Indian states.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the new CFSL building in Kolkata. He said it will aid criminal justice in eastern states. Mobile forensic vans and universities are also planned.

5. Valley of Flowers National Park in Uttarakhand Opens to Tourists; Entry Permits Available Online and Offline
The Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Uttarakhand, reopened to tourists today. On opening day, 49 visitors arrived. Entry permits can be obtained online or offline.

1. Ukraine launched a major drone attack on Russian bases in Siberia. Over 40 Russian aircraft were reportedly hit.
Ukraine carried out a large drone strike on Russian military bases in Siberia. This is the first such attack in the region. Reports say more than 40 Russian planes were damaged.

2. China warns US after Defense Secretary’s Taiwan threat remarks. Tensions escalate at Shangri-La Dialogue over Asia Pacific security.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accused China of planning military action against Taiwan. China responded by warning the US. The exchange highlights rising tensions at the Shangri-La Dialogue on regional security.

3. Bangladesh Tribunal issues arrest warrants for ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, others over alleged crimes during July-August mass uprising.
Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal has accepted charges against Sheikh Hasina, Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, and Abdullah Al-Mamun. Arrest warrants were issued over alleged crimes against humanity during the 2023 mass uprising.

4. Poland holds crucial presidential runoff between pro-EU liberal Trzaskowski and conservative Nawrocki, shaping future EU ties and politics.
Polish citizens vote in a key presidential runoff. The contest features liberal pro-EU Mayor Rafal Trzaskowski and conservative Karol Nawrocki. The result may impact Poland’s future with the EU.

5. Bangladesh SC Allows Jamaat-e-Islami’s Plea, Directs Election Commission to Review Party’s Registration Status
Bangladesh Supreme Court permits Jamaat-e-Islami’s appeal against a High Court verdict. The apex court instructs the Election Commission to resolve all pending issues, including the party’s registration status, swiftly.

1. Koneru Humpy leads Norway Chess women’s section. Gukesh loses again. Erigaisi beats Nakamura. Carlsen wins against Caruana.
Koneru Humpy took the lead in Norway Chess women’s section after an Armageddon win. Gukesh lost again. Arjun Erigaisi defeated Nakamura. Magnus Carlsen beat Caruana to stay on top with 9.5 points.

2. Mohammadreza Shadloui breaks PKL record with over 2 crore bid again. Devank Dalal and Ashu Malik also top buys.
In PKL Season 12 auction, Mohammadreza Shadloui became the first player to cross 2 crore rupees for three seasons. Devank Dalal and Ashu Malik followed with high bids from top teams.

3. India finishes second with 24 medals at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships, showcasing strong performance behind China.
India won 24 medals at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships. The team finished second in the medal tally behind China. This marks a successful and proud campaign for Indian athletes.

4. India wins 3 medals at Changwon 2025 WSPS World Cup with gold and two bronze in mixed shooting events.
Indian para shooters shine at Changwon WSPS World Cup 2025. Manish-Srishti win gold. Rudransh-Sumedha and Avani-Ishank secure bronze in 10m mixed pistol and rifle SH1 categories. Proud moment.

5. ICC to Introduce New Playing Conditions; Phasing Out Second New Ball in ODIs Starting July 2025
The International Cricket Council announces new rules for Test matches from June and white-ball games from July. The key change includes removing the second new ball in One Day Internationals.

1. IndiGo expands partnerships with Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta to boost long-haul flights to Europe and North America.
IndiGo signed new agreements with Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta Airlines. The move expands long-haul services. IndiGo aims to connect more flights to Europe, North America, and Britain from this summer.

2. India’s GST collection crosses ₹2 lakh crore for second month. May 2025 sees 16.4% growth from previous year.
India’s gross GST collection reached ₹2.01 lakh crore in May 2025. Imports and domestic sales boosted growth. This marks the second consecutive month GST crossed ₹2 lakh crore in collections.

3. Foreign investors infuse ₹38,475 crore in Indian capital markets in May, continuing strong momentum in equity and debt segments.
Foreign investors invested ₹38,475 crore in May. Equity markets saw ₹19,860 crore. Debt markets got ₹19,615 crore. FPIs showed continued confidence in India’s capital market for the second month.

4.Government Streamlines FDI Approval Process for Neighbouring Countries, Ensuring Faster Decisions and Reduced Pending Proposals
The government has simplified FDI clearance for neighbouring countries like China. Faster decisions occur through regular inter-ministerial meetings, reducing pending applications under Press Note 3 significantly.

5. ADB Unveils $10 Billion Five-Year Plan to Boost India’s Urban Infrastructure, Metro, and Rapid Transit Systems
ADB President Masato Kanda announced a $10 billion plan to improve India’s urban infrastructure. The focus is on metro expansions, new RRTS corridors, and sustainable urban development investments.