School Assembly News Headlines: 22 September 2025

National News

1. PM Modi launches GST Festival from Navratri, offering lower prices and double benefits for citizens.

2. Abhishek Sharma’s fiery 74 guides India to emphatic six-wicket win over Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super 4

3. Election Commission directs state officers to prepare for Special Intensive Revision of voter lists by September 30.

4. Government to introduce skill-based learning in Classes 11 and 12 under NEP 2020 recommendations.

International News

1. White House confirms TikTok deal, giving US firms algorithm control and majority board seats oversight.

2. US tech companies advise H-1B visa employees abroad to return before $100,000 fee takes effect.

Sports News 

1. Anandkumar Velkumar wins historic 42km marathon gold, becoming India’s first-ever speed skating world champion.

2. India beats Oman by 21 runs in Asia Cup Cricket, Sanju Samson shines with 56 runs.

Business News

1. Maruti, Tata, Hyundai, and luxury automakers to reduce vehicle prices from Navratri following new GST.

2. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to visit United States for trade talks on early agreement conclusion.

1. Omar Abdullah stresses peace as essential for development, tourism growth, and promotion of sports in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah said peace is the foundation for development. He highlighted that tourism and sports, including evening matches, cannot thrive without a stable and peaceful environment.

2. Union Minister JP Nadda congratulates actor Mohanlal on receiving prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for cinema contributions
Union Minister JP Nadda congratulated Mohanlal for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, praising his decades of contributions to Malayalam and regional cinema that made him one of India’s most admired actors.

3. Allahabad High Court orders Uttar Pradesh government to stop recording caste of accused in police records immediately
The Allahabad High Court directed UP government to cease mentioning caste in police records. Justice Vinod Diwakar called the practice a legal fallacy undermining constitutional morality while hearing a liquor smuggling case.

4. Two tremors of 3.1 and 2.6 magnitude recorded in Kutch district, Gujarat; no damage reported yet
The Institute of Seismological Research reported two tremors in Kutch, Gujarat, on Sunday. A 3.1 quake near Bhachau and a 2.6 quake near Dholavira were recorded without damage.

1. White House says TikTok deal gives US firms algorithm control, Americans majority on board overseeing operations
The White House announced a potential TikTok deal where US firms would control the app’s algorithm. Americans will also hold most board seats supervising TikTok’s operations within the United States.

2. India and Oman to sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement soon, aiming to expand trade and service exchanges
Oman’s Ambassador to India confirmed that CEPA negotiations are complete. Both countries plan to diversify trade, increase commodity exchange, and strengthen services cooperation as legislative and administrative steps progress.

3. US tech firms urge H-1B visa employees abroad to return immediately ahead of $100,000 fee deadline
Microsoft and other US companies advised H-1B employees outside the country to return before September 21. The new $100,000 visa fee will apply for 12 months, restricting international travel.

4. UK’s Sir Keir Starmer set to recognize Palestinian state, conditional on ceasefire and peace process with Israel
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state. Earlier conditions included a Gaza ceasefire and Israel’s commitment to a long-term peaceful coexistence.

1. Anandkumar Velkumar wins historic gold in men’s marathon, becomes India’s first-ever speed skating world champion
India’s Anandkumar Velkumar clinched gold in the 42km marathon at the 2025 World Speed Skating Championships. He also won gold in 1000m and bronze in 500m sprint, making history.

2. India crush Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash, Abhishek Sharma stars with explosive 74 in Dubai
India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash. Abhishek Sharma’s blistering 39-ball 74 and Shubman Gill’s 47 powered India’s commanding 172-run chase in Dubai.

3. Smriti Mandhana scores fastest Indian ODI century in 50 balls, breaks Virat Kohli’s 12-year-old record
Smriti Mandhana smashed a 50-ball century against Australia at Arun Jaitley Stadium, setting a new Indian record and achieving the second-fastest century in women’s ODI history overall.

4. Lilian Odira wins world 800m gold as Georgia Hunter Bell and Keely Hodgkinson secure British medal double
In Tokyo, Kenya’s Lilian Odira claimed gold in the world 800m final. Georgia Hunter Bell and Keely Hodgkinson finished second and third, giving Britain a remarkable medal double despite Hodgkinson’s injury setbacks.

1. Maruti, Tata, Hyundai and luxury carmakers to cut vehicle prices from Navratri as new GST comes into effect
Leading automakers in India, including Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, and Hyundai, are reducing prices from September 22. Luxury cars and two-wheelers will also see cuts following the new GST implementation.

2. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to visit US for trade talks aiming at early conclusion of agreement
Piyush Goyal will lead a delegation to the United States to advance discussions on a mutually beneficial trade agreement. Talks follow recent meetings between Indian and US trade negotiators.

3. SEBI may allow depositories to use part of Investor Protection Fund income to pay fund management employees
SEBI is considering a proposal permitting depositories to compensate employees managing the Investor Protection Fund. The IPF safeguards investors using penalties and interest income in cases of defaults or disputes.

4. CBDT workforce shows less than 20% women, with 22.6% female representation in executive roles, reveals data
Central Board of Direct Taxes reports fewer than one in five employees are women. Among 11,700 executives, only about 2,600 hold executive positions, highlighting persistent gender imbalance in the workforce.

1. Question: What is the powerhouse of the cell?
Answer: Mitochondria
Mitochondria produce energy in the form of ATP through respiration. They power almost all cell activities, which is why they’re known as the powerhouse of the cell.

2. Question: Which is the deepest point on Earth?
Answer: Mariana Trench
Located in the Pacific Ocean, the Mariana Trench is the deepest natural point on Earth, going down about 11,000 meters below sea level.

3. Question: Who wrote the epic poem Paradise Lost?
Answer: John Milton
Paradise Lost is a famous English epic that tells the story of the fall of man. It was written by John Milton in the 17th century.

4. Question: What does ‘GPT’ in ChatGPT stand for?
Answer: Generative Pre-trained Transformer
GPT is an AI model that understands and generates human-like text. It’s trained on huge data and used in tools like ChatGPT for writing and conversations.

5. Which empire built the largest contiguous land empire in history?
Answer: The Mongol Empire
Led by Genghis Khan and his successors, the Mongol Empire expanded rapidly across Asia and Europe in the 13th century, becoming the largest connected land empire ever.