School Assembly News Headlines: 23 September 2025

National News

1. PM Modi launches ₹5,100 crore infrastructure projects in Arunachal Pradesh, boosts hydropower, road connectivity, healthcare and regional growth
Prime Minister Modi laid foundations for two hydropower projects in Shi Yomi. He also launched a convention centre in Tawang. Projects worth ₹1,290 crore will improve roads, healthcare, and fire safety.

2. PM Modi extends Navratri greetings, prays for strength, faith, health and good fortune on worship day of Maa Shailputri
Prime Minister Modi greeted citizens on Navratri. He prayed for blessings of Maa Shailputri. He wished health, strength, faith, and good fortune for everyone. He called this year’s festival very special.

3. RSS may rename Hindu Sammelans as Dharam or Bodh Sammelans in Himachal districts with large Buddhist population
RSS Himachal is considering renaming Hindu Sammelans. The new names could be Dharam Sammelans or Bodh Sammelans. The change is planned for Lahaul-Spiti and Kinnaur, where Buddhist communities are prominent.

4. Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi begins Sri Lanka visit, strengthens maritime cooperation and Indian Ocean security partnership
Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi started a four-day Sri Lanka visit. His trip focuses on stronger maritime security ties. India also aims to enhance naval cooperation in the Indian Ocean.

5. Uttar Pradesh tops ₹37,263 crore revenue surplus, CAG report shows 16 states beat deficit target in 2022-23
A CAG report revealed 16 states achieved revenue surplus in 2022-23. Uttar Pradesh led with ₹37,263 crore. Gujarat and Odisha followed, meeting the Finance Commission’s target of fiscal discipline.

1. UP bans caste mention in police records, orders removal of caste-based signs from stations, vehicles and noticeboards
The UP government has banned caste references in FIRs, arrest memos and police records. The order follows Allahabad High Court directions. Departments must also erase caste-based signs, slogans and noticeboards immediately.

2. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces doubling of electric buses to 6,000, launches new DTC depot project
Delhi currently operates 3,000 electric buses. CM Rekha Gupta announced the fleet will double to 6,000 next year. She also laid the foundation for a three-storey DTC bus depot.

3. Punjab CM launches awareness camps, distributes crop management machinery to farmers to prevent stubble burning and reduce pollution
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announced awareness camps for farmers. His government is providing CRM machinery to control stubble burning. The step aims to cut pollution levels rising during paddy harvesting.

4. Karnataka launches ₹1,000 crore LEAP programme to create five lakh jobs and expand startup ecosystem beyond Bengaluru
The Karnataka government unveiled the LEAP programme worth ₹1,000 crore. It aims to support innovation and create five lakh jobs. The initiative will strengthen startup ecosystems across the state, beyond Bengaluru.

1. Nasscom says $1 billion US upskilling, local hiring offsets impact of Trump’s H-1B visa fee hike decision
Nasscom confirmed Indian IT firms invested $1 billion in US hiring and training. Trump’s new H-1B fee applies only from 2026. Current visa holders remain unaffected, easing industry concerns.

2. UK warns Israel against West Bank annexation after recognising Palestine, France expected to join recognition efforts soon
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urged Israel not to retaliate by annexing West Bank land. France is expected to follow UK, Canada, and Australia in officially recognising Palestinian statehood.

3. Super Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in Philippines’ north with 230 km/h winds, thousands evacuated amid catastrophic warnings
Super Typhoon Ragasa struck Panuitan Island in Cagayan province with 230 km/h winds. Thousands were evacuated. Authorities warn of catastrophic damage as the storm moves west towards southern China.

4. Jaishankar Prasad to meet US Secretary Rubio at UNGA, third meeting this year to boost bilateral relations
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at UNGA. This will be their third meeting this year, focusing on stronger ties and resolving bilateral differences.

5. Putin says Russia will follow nuclear arms limits for one year after New START treaty expires in February
President Vladimir Putin stated Russia will continue observing nuclear arms limits for one year after New START treaty ends. He warned that ending the pact could harm global stability and expects similar US compliance.

1. Rohit to captain India in Sultan of Johor Cup, aiming to improve on previous junior team bronze finish
Defender Rohit will lead India at the Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia from October 11 to 18. The tournament will help prepare the team for the Junior World Cup in Chennai.

2. Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan sparks controversy with AK-47 gesture against India during Asia Cup Super 4 match
Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan caused uproar after making an AK-47 gesture towards India in the Asia Cup Super 4 match. The incident was highlighted before Pakistan’s game against Sri Lanka.

3. Sahibzada Farhan scores 58 for Pakistan in Asia Cup Super 4 but sparks controversy with gun celebration
Pakistan’s Farhan scored 58 from 45 balls against India, helping reach 171. His post-half-century gun gesture drew criticism and became a hot topic among fans on social media.

4. Dani Olmo assists Ferran Torres as Barcelona beats Getafe 3-0 in Spanish league at training facility
Barcelona defeated Getafe 3-0 at their training ground due to Camp Nou restrictions. Dani Olmo scored and assisted, including a clever backheel flick that helped Ferran Torres score twice.

1. Bank of Baroda launches eRUPI P2P gifting on bob इ Pay app, enabling personalised prepaid digital vouchers
Bank of Baroda introduced eRUPI Person-to-Person gifting on its bob इ Pay UPI app. Customers can now send personalised, purpose-specific digital vouchers to friends, family, or beneficiaries across UPI platforms.

2. India’s eight key infrastructure sectors grow 6.3% in August 2025, highest growth in 13 months, official data shows
Core infrastructure sectors expanded 6.3% in August, driven by coal, steel, and cement production. Growth jumped from 3.7% in July and -1.5% in August last year, reflecting strong recovery.

3. PhonePe reports Rs 7,115 crore revenue, 40% growth, turns free cash flow positive with Rs 1,202 crore
Fintech firm PhonePe achieved Rs 7,115 crore revenue, a 40% increase from last year. The company also became free cash flow positive, generating Rs 1,202 crore from operations, according to RoC filings.

4. Apple says EU regulators threaten its closed ecosystem, calling scrutiny a risk to innovative and safe user experience
Apple defended its walled garden ecosystem, saying it provides safe, high-quality experiences. EU regulators argue it blocks rivals. Apple faces a €500m fine over alleged anti-competitive App Store practices.