School Assembly News Headlines: 23 January 2026

National News

1. India marks 150 years of Vande Mataram with nationwide celebrations and Indian Air Force band performances.

2. UAE India Business Council unveils 2026 roadmap to strengthen economic cooperation and CEPA partnership ties.

3. Indian Air Force to lead Republic Day parade with marching contingent, band, and first women Agniveers.

4. Jaishankar says stronger India EU ties will stabilise global order and support resilient supply chains.

International News

1. Trump signs Board of Peace charter in Davos with founding nations, launches new international organisation.

2. Putin says Greenland issue for United States and Denmark as Trump drops force and tariff threats.

Sports News

1. India beat New Zealand by 48 runs in first T20I to take series lead at Nagpur stadium match.

2. ICC launches Rohit Sharma campaign as India’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule and venues are announced.

Business News

1. European auto lobby warns restrictive quotas may limit benefits of India EU trade pact nearing conclusion.

2. MMRDA signs 12 MoUs worth ₹9.52 trillion at WEF 2026 in Davos across key sectors.

1. India celebrates 150 years of Vande Mataram with nationwide cultural events by Indian Air Force band.
India marks 150 years of Vande Mataram. Cultural programmes and collective singing held nationwide. Indian Air Force band performed at Rajiv Chowk, promoting national pride, unity, and cultural awareness widely.

2. UAE India Business Council announces 2026 roadmap to boost economic cooperation and CEPA partnership ties.
The UAE India Business Council unveiled a 2026 roadmap to deepen bilateral cooperation. It follows the UAE President’s India visit. Talks with Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed strong trade, investment, and technology ties.

3. Indian Air Force to lead Republic Day parade with marching contingent, band, and beating retreat ceremony.
The Indian Air Force will lead this year’s Republic Day parade. A 144-member contingent and 75-member band will perform. Women Agniveers will join for the first time. Musicians will participate in the beating retreat ceremony.

4. Jaishankar highlights stronger India EU ties to stabilise global order and de-risk world economy.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said stronger India EU relations will improve supply chains and global stability. He stressed trade, mobility, and security cooperation. He also welcomed upcoming EU leaders’ visit for Republic Day celebrations.

1. Prime Minister Modi to visit Kerala on January 23 to launch major development projects and new rail services.
Prime Minister Modi will inaugurate projects in Thiruvananthapuram. He will flag off new trains. The visit focuses on rail connectivity, healthcare, innovation, and citizen services to boost regional development growth.

2. Maharashtra to build India’s first Innovation City near Mumbai to attract global investors and startups.
Maharashtra will develop its first Innovation City near Mumbai. Chief Minister Fadnavis said the project will begin within eight months. Tata Sons committed USD 11 billion. The city will support global innovation ecosystems.

3. Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan to open for public from February 3 to March 31 with free entry.
Amrit Udyan will be open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM, except Mondays and Holi. Entry is free. Visit slots can be booked online or at kiosks near Rashtrapati Bhavan gates.

4. Government approves over 10,000 kilometres of rural road projects under PMGSY IV across six states.
The government sanctioned 10,000 kilometres of roads in six states under PMGSY IV. The projects will connect 3,270 habitations and improve access to services. The scheme targets 62,500 kilometres of all-weather rural roads.

1. Global markets rise as Trump drops tariff threats and rules out seizing Greenland by force.
World stocks edged higher after President Trump dropped tariff threats against eight European nations. The dollar stayed steady and gold softened. Investor confidence improved following this policy shift.

2. Trump signs Board of Peace charter in Davos with founding nations, launches international organisation for conflict resolution efforts.
Trump signed the Board of Peace charter in Davos. Founding members include Argentina, Egypt, Pakistan, UAE, and Vietnam. Several countries, including China and Germany, remain non-committal on the invitation currently.

3. Putin says Greenland issue for US and Denmark as Trump drops force, tariff threats in Davos speech context.
Putin said Greenland ownership is not Russia’s concern. He urged the United States and Denmark to resolve it. Trump ruled out force and eased tariff threats in Davos.

4. EU to finalise major trade and security partnership with India during leaders’ visit and summit.
The EU plans to sign a new trade and security partnership with India at the January 27 summit. The agenda includes maritime security, counterterrorism, cyber defence, and stronger political and economic cooperation.

1. ICC launches Rohit Sharma campaign as India’s T20 World Cup 2026 schedule and venues are announced.
The ICC unveiled a Rohit Sharma focused campaign for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. India will face USA, Namibia, Pakistan, and the Netherlands. The tournament runs from February 7 to March 8. Matches will stream on JioHotstar and Star Sports.

2. India beat New Zealand by 48 runs in first T20I to take series lead at Nagpur stadium match.
India scored 238 for seven, led by Abhishek Sharma’s 84, and bowled New Zealand out for 190. Glenn Phillips hit 78. India lead five match series 1-0 after Nagpur win.

3. Gujarat Giants sign Jintimani Kalita as replacement for injured Titas Sadhu in WPL squad.
Gujarat Giants drafted pacer Jintimani Kalita to replace injured Titas Sadhu for the rest of the WPL. Sadhu has not played this season. Kalita joins from Mumbai Indians after 13 WPL matches.

4. PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen reach Indonesia Masters quarterfinals with strong pre quarterfinal wins.
Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen advanced to the Indonesia Masters quarterfinals. Lakshya beat Jason Gunawan. Sindhu defeated Line Kjaerfeldt and will face top seed Chen Yu Fei next.

1. European auto lobby warns restrictive quotas may limit benefits of India EU trade pact nearing conclusion.
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association said the India EU trade pact could become quota driven and hard to access. It urged full tariff removal on auto components to boost manufacturing benefits for both regions.

2. MMRDA signs 12 MoUs worth ₹9.52 trillion at WEF 2026 in Davos, boosting fintech, infrastructure, healthcare, education, jobs.
MMRDA signed 12 MoUs at WEF 2026 covering fintech, logistics, healthcare, AI, and climate resilience. Investments worth ₹9.52 trillion aim to create 9.5 lakh jobs across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

3. Swiss corporate interest in India surges after TEPA, with investment enquiries and advisory requests doubling.
Swiss corporate interest in India has risen sharply after the India EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement. Switzerland Global Enterprise said investment enquiries and advisory support requests have more than doubled.

4. Carlyle cofounder David Rubenstein says India could become world’s largest economy within 20 to 30 years.
Carlyle Group cofounder David Rubenstein said India may become the world’s biggest economy in 20 to 30 years. Speaking at Davos, he highlighted India’s strong growth potential and long-term economic prospects.

1. Delhi High Court dismisses PIL against reduced NEET PG 2025 cut-off for postgraduate medical admissions.
The Delhi High Court rejected a PIL challenging the lowered NEET PG 2025 cut-off. The court said vacant seats harm public interest and postgraduate education should focus on improving skills, not judging doctor quality.

2. IBPS declares RRB Officer Scale I, II, III mains results 2025, scorecards available online.
IBPS announced RRB mains results for Officer Scale I, II, and III. Candidates can download scorecards from ibps.in until January 27, 2026. The scorecard shows marks and is required for interviews.

1. IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms across northern and western India, including Jammu Kashmir, Ladakh regions over next days.
IMD warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, and Rajasthan. Similar conditions will continue in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal for two days ahead.

2. Chicago placed under Extreme Cold Warning Friday as officials urge residents to prepare for dangerous temperatures all day.
An Extreme Cold Warning will affect the Chicago area from 3 a.m. to noon Friday. Meteorologists say dangerous cold will continue all day. Residents are urged to prepare stay safe.