School Assembly News Headlines: 25 August 2025

National News

1. Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav ride bikes in Bihar’s Purnia during ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’, spotlighting alleged irregularities in voter rolls.

2. OpenAI launches Indian unit, plans New Delhi office as India emerges key hub in global AI race, says Sam Altman.

3. PM Modi pledges fresh reforms after GST overhaul, Income Tax Bill passage, to boost manufacturing, industry growth, and ease of business.

4. ISRO conducts first Integrated Air Drop Test for Gaganyaan parachute system with armed forces, ensuring astronaut safety in future missions.

International News

1. Ukraine marks 34 years of independence with global support; US backs sovereignty, Zelensky urges fair peace for nation’s future stability.

2. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth fires DIA chief Lt Gen Jeffery after White House rebuke over Iran strike impact review.

Sports News

1. 2025 US Open kicks off in New York with record $90 million prize purse, setting highest-ever player compensation in tennis history.

2. Australia crush South Africa by record 276 runs in Mackay ODI as young spinner Cooper Connolly shines with remarkable five-wicket haul.

Business News

1. India’s lubricant makers pivot to EV fluids, digital infrastructure solutions as demand shifts from ICE oils to emerging growth opportunities.

2. Global central bankers at Jackson Hole warn ageing populations threaten growth, urge increased reliance on migrant labour for economic stability.

1. Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi Yadav ride bullet bikes in Bihar’s Purnia during ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’, highlighting voter roll irregularities.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav rode motorcycles in Bihar’s Purnia, drawing crowds as their 16-day ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ campaign spotlighted alleged voter list irregularities in the state.

2. OpenAI sets up Indian unit, plans New Delhi office as India emerges key frontline in global artificial intelligence race.
OpenAI announced its first India office in New Delhi, highlighting India’s strong AI talent, developer ecosystem, and government support. Sam Altman said India holds potential to lead the global AI landscape.

3. PM Modi vows new “arsenal of reforms” after GST overhaul, Income Tax Bill passage, at Economic Times World Leaders Forum.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced new reforms following the passage of the Income Tax Bill and upcoming GST changes. The reforms aim to boost manufacturing, energize industry, and improve the ease of living and doing business.

4. ISRO successfully conducts first Integrated Air Drop Test for Gaganyaan parachute system with joint effort from armed forces
ISRO completed IADT-01, validating the parachute-based deceleration system crucial for astronaut safety in Gaganyaan missions. The test was conducted with support from IAF, DRDO, Navy, and Coast Guard.

5. Amit Shah inaugurates All India Speakers’ Conference at Delhi Assembly marking centenary of Vithalbhai Patel’s election as first Speaker
Union Home Minister Amit Shah opened the two-day All India Speakers’ Conference, honouring Vithalbhai Patel’s centenary as first Indian Speaker and highlighting his role in shaping India’s democratic foundations.

1. Pralhad Joshi assures 1.41 crore Punjab beneficiaries will continue receiving free foodgrains under NFSA, rejects CM Mann’s allegations
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi confirmed no reduction in Punjab’s 1.41 crore beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act. He dismissed claims that the Centre planned to withdraw free foodgrain benefits.

2. Pralhad Joshi says 1.41 crore Punjab beneficiaries will keep receiving free foodgrains under NFSA. Rejects Bhagwant Mann’s allegations.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi affirmed that Punjab’s 1.41 crore beneficiaries remain covered under NFSA. He dismissed Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s claim of foodgrain withdrawal as baseless and untrue.

1. World leaders extend support as Ukraine marks 34 years of independence. US backs sovereignty, Zelensky calls for fair peace.
Ukraine marked 34 years of independence with global support. US President Donald Trump praised Ukraine’s courage, while President Zelensky emphasized a fair peace, ensuring the nation’s future rests with its people.

2. US Defence Secretary Fires Intelligence Agency Chief Lt Gen Jeffery After White House Rebukes Iran Strike Review.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed Lt Gen Jeffery, head of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). The Pentagon did not provide an immediate reason, but the firing follows a White House rebuke of a review assessing the impact of American strikes on Iran.

1. 2025 US Open begins in New York with record $90 million prize purse. Highest player compensation in tennis history.
Main-draw action of the 2025 US Open starts Aug. 24 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre. The tournament offers $90 million in prize money, surpassing all Grand Slams.

2. Australia thrash South Africa by record 276 runs in Mackay ODI. Young spinner Cooper Connolly claims five-wicket haul.
Australia avoided a whitewash with a record 276-run win over South Africa. Cooper Connolly, who recently turned 22, starred with 5/22, becoming Australia’s youngest to take a five-wicket haul.

3. Cheteshwar Pujara announces retirement from all cricket formats. India’s batting mainstay ends illustrious career spanning over a decade.
Cheteshwar Pujara retired from all formats with an emotional note on X. Debuting in 2010, he played his last Test in June 2023 and was regarded as India’s batting backbone.

1. Global central bankers warn ageing populations threaten growth. Call for greater reliance on migrant labour at Jackson Hole Symposium.
At the Jackson Hole Symposium, central bankers cautioned that ageing populations and shrinking workforces could restrict growth. Leaders from Europe, Japan and the UK stressed migrant labour’s vital role in stability.

2. India’s lubricant makers pivot to EV fluids, digital infrastructure solutions as demand shifts from ICE oils to emerging growth opportunities.
India’s lubricant manufacturers are expanding into EV fluids and data centre cooling solutions. Castrol India leads with its Castrol ON range, partnering on thermal management as AI-driven demand fuels liquid-based cooling growth.

3. CBI files case against Anil Ambani, raids residence and Reliance Communications offices in Rs 2,929 crore SBI bank fraud probe
The CBI registered a criminal case against Reliance Communications and director Anil Ambani for defrauding SBI of Rs 2,929 crore, conducting searches at his residence and company premises after Mumbai court approval.