School Assembly News Headlines: 25 January 2026

National News

1. Iran ambassador praised India for opposing UNHRC resolution on protest crackdown during special session at Geneva meeting today

2. Landmarks across India illuminated in tricolour marking national lead-up to 77th Republic Day celebrations on Saturday evening nationwide

3. Tri-service tableau will showcase Operation Sindoor at Republic Day parade highlighting jointness and self-reliant military power this year

4. Top leaders extended greetings on National Voters Day stressing strong democracy and responsible citizen participation across the country

International News

1. Japan eased visa rules for Indians after foreign ministers’ meeting, allowing travel to seven additional countries without visas

2. Trump envoys met Netanyahu urging second phase of Gaza ceasefire and reopening Rafah border crossing talks this week

Sports News

1. India defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup match at Bulawayo on Sunday

2. Yuki Bhambri and Andre Göransson reached Australian Open 2026 men’s doubles round of 16 after hard-fought victory 

Business News

1. Rupee hit record low of 92 per dollar, raising import costs and inflation concerns nationwide across India today

2. Ursula von der Leyen and Kaja Kallas arrived in India ahead of Republic Day for India–EU summit talks

1. Iran ambassador praised India for opposing UNHRC resolution on protest crackdown and rights situation during special session
Ambassador Mohammad Fathali thanked India for voting against the UNHRC resolution on Iran. The council extended mandates of a fact-finding mission and special rapporteur to probe human rights concerns linked to protests.

2. Landmarks across India illuminated in tricolour to mark national lead-up to 77th Republic Day celebrations
Iconic sites in Jammu and Kashmir, Mumbai, and Lucknow were lit saffron, white, and green. Salal Dam, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, and government buildings reflected a nationwide patriotic atmosphere.

3. Tri-service tableau will showcase Operation Sindoor at Republic Day parade, highlighting jointness and self-reliant military power
The Armed Forces tableau will depict Navy, Army and Air Force coordination. It will emphasize precision strikes, indigenous strength, and Akash air defense, recalling Operation Sindoor’s success against terrorist hideouts.

4. Top leaders extended greetings on National Voters Day, stressing strong democracy and responsible citizen participation across the country
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Home Minister Amit Shah conveyed messages. They said voting is a right and duty, strengthening democracy and guiding the nation’s future for all citizens.

5. Nearly 2,500 artistes rehearsed for 77th Republic Day parade performances at Kartavya Path in New Delhi
Artistes took part in a full dress rehearsal of their segments. Officials said a rehearsal for the flypast, a major attraction of the January 26 celebrations, was also conducted successfully.

1. Heavy snowfall closed 1,291 roads in Himachal Pradesh as PWD deployed machines for restoration work
PWD deployed 385 machines to reopen roads. Minister Vikramaditya Singh urged tourists to avoid travel. Restoration work using JCBs and snow blowers continued on a war footing.

2. Amit Shah said Uttar Pradesh will become growth engine of Viksit Bharat at UP Day event
Amit Shah said Uttar Pradesh is India’s fourth largest economy and food basket. He praised time-bound projects and MSME growth. Chief Minister Yogi said UP marked its 77th foundation day.

3. Dr L Murugan handed appointment letters at National Rozgar Mela, highlighting youth welfare and jobs
Dr Murugan handed appointment letters at a CRPF event near Chennai. He said the Modi government is boosting youth employment. The 18th Rozgar Mela was held at 45 locations nationwide.

4. Sports Authority of India will host 58th Fit India Sundays on Cycle event at Attari Border tomorrow
The event will feature a mass cycling rally, yoga, and fitness drills. MoS Raksha Khadse and Olympian Nikhat Zareen will attend, promoting the nationwide Fit India Movement vision.

1. Japan eased visa rules for Indians after foreign ministers’ meeting, allowing travel to seven additional countries
Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi met EAM Jaishankar. Japan changed visa rules for Indians. Valid Japan visa holders can now visit seven countries, saving time and travel costs significantly.

2. Trump envoys met Netanyahu urging second phase of Gaza ceasefire and reopening Rafah border crossing talks
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Netanyahu on ceasefire progress. They discussed hostage recovery, demilitarisation, and reopening Rafah crossing as Israel prepared Cabinet talks on next steps.

3. Indian delegation concluded Addis Ababa visit, holding talks with African Union leaders to deepen India Africa partnership
Secretary Sudhakar Dalela met African Union officials. Talks focused on collaboration, India-Africa Forum Summit framework, and South-South cooperation, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening friendship and regional ties.

4. Iran’s ambassador thanked India for firm support at UN Human Rights Commission against unjust resolution
Ambassador Mohammad Fathali praised India’s principled stance. He said India opposed a politically motivated resolution, reflecting commitment to justice, multilateralism, and national sovereignty at the UN forum.

1. India defeated New Zealand by seven wickets in Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup match at Bulawayo
The rain-reduced match saw India chase 130 in 13.2 overs. Ayush Mhatre scored 53. RS Ambrish took four wickets and won Player of the Match.

2. Yuki Bhambri and Andre Göransson reached Australian Open 2026 men’s doubles round of 16
The 10th-seeded Indo-Swedish pair defeated González and Pel 4-6, 7-6, 6-3. Earlier, they beat Duckworth and Hewitt 6-3, 6-4 to advance in Melbourne.

3. Australian Open officials closed court roofs and suspended matches as extreme heat policy was activated in Melbourne
Temperatures hit 36 degrees Celsius, prompting safety measures. Matches paused and roofs closed. Defending champion Jannik Sinner cramped during play, with his match briefly halted before resuming indoors.

4. Sail India 2026 began in Mumbai as sailors battled changing weather in key Asian Games qualifying event
Breeze conditions tested competitors. Vishnu Saravanan dominated ILCA 7. Uma Chauhan and Sudhansu Shekar impressed in 470. Dayne Coelho led iQFoil, while Prince Noble and Manu Francis topped 49er.

1. Rupee hit record low of 92 per dollar, raising import costs and inflation concerns nationwide
The rupee fell 202 paise this month amid dollar strength and foreign fund outflows. The fall will make crude oil, electronics, education, and travel costlier, while offering limited relief to exporters.

2. Ursula von der Leyen and Kaja Kallas arrived in India ahead of Republic Day for India–EU summit talks
The EU leaders will attend Republic Day as chief guests. Their visit comes before the January 27 India–EU summit, where both sides are expected to announce progress on a long-pending free trade agreement.

3. Cuba sought deeper economic engagement with India across biotechnology, healthcare, renewable energy, sports and tourism sectors
Cuban Ambassador Juan Carlos Marsan Aguilera said Cuba is a biopharma pioneer exporting to 45 countries. He highlighted opportunities in agro-industry, information technology, clean energy transition, and bilateral trade cooperation.

4. Canadian province British Columbia sought Indian investment after trade mission, Premier Eby met major energy and steel firms
Premier David Eby met Tata Steel and Reliance executives. He discussed LNG and clean fuels with Indian Oil and HPCL, and minerals cooperation with JSW Group and Hindalco Industries.

1. IIT Delhi launched Deepak Raghavan Family Foundation Accelerator Program to support young professors’ research and innovation at campus
The scheme offers flexible research funds, staff support, and industry collaboration. Professors aged 45 or below will receive endowment chairs for five years to boost patents, technology development, and research.

2. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin urged Prime Minister Modi to exclude NEET from BPT and BOT admissions
Stalin said NEET appearance alone lacks academic logic. He asked that admission rules remain with states. He warned mandatory NEET would push students into costly coaching, harming poor families.