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School Assembly News Headlines 26 December 2024: Today’s news headlines in English for school assembly, students will explore school assembly news headlines from a variety of topics, including national, state, international, sports, and entertainment updates, all delivered in English. Alongside these headlines, they will take a moment to reflect on important historical events that took place on this day, consider an inspiring thought for the day, and expand their vocabulary with a new word of the day. This well-rounded assembly aims to keep students informed while helping them build a deeper understanding of global and local events, as well as improving their language skills.
Table of Contents
- 1 10 Lines Today’s News Headlines in English for School Assembly
- 2 National News Headlines in English for 26 December 2024
- 3 State News Headlines in English for 26 December 2024
- 4 International News in English for 26 December 2024
- 5 Sports News in English for 26 December 2024
- 6 Word of the Day
- 7 Thought for the Day for Students
- 8 What Happened Today in History
10 Lines Today’s News Headlines in English for School Assembly
In today’s school assembly news headlines, we will provide a concise summary of the top 10 news stories, keeping you informed on key developments in politics, education, science, and culture, both in India and around the world.
| 1. Russian Missile Attacks on Ukraine on Christmas Day Cause Widespread Damage On December 25, 2024, Russia launched missile attacks on Ukraine, targeting the country’s energy infrastructure. This attack caused widespread power outages, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the strike as inhumane, marking another escalation in the ongoing war between the two nations. 2. Powerful Earthquake Hits Vanuatu, International Aid Sent A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 7.3 struck Vanuatu on December 17, 2024, causing significant damage and killing at least 14 people. In response, countries and international organizations, including the Asian Development Bank, have sent financial aid and rescue teams to assist in recovery efforts. 3. John Bolton Warns Against Trump’s Leadership, Predicts Global Crises Former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton has criticized Donald Trump’s leadership style, warning that a second term could lead to serious global conflicts. Bolton expressed concerns that Trump’s erratic decisions could destabilize international relations and lead to wars. 4. Historic Russian Attacks Target Ukraine’s Power Supply During Christmas On Christmas Day, Ukraine faced another series of missile attacks from Russia, which severely damaged its power infrastructure. This latest wave of aggression has further disrupted the lives of civilians, as blackouts spread across major cities. 5. Vietnam Requires Social Media Users to Verify Identity, Affecting Freedom Vietnam’s government has introduced new rules that require social media users to link their accounts to personal identification documents. The new law has raised concerns about privacy and freedom of speech, as tech companies are now forced to share user information with the government when asked. 6. Rebel Militias Threaten Eastern DR Congo’s Town of Lubero Rebel militias are advancing towards the town of Lubero in the Democratic Republic of Congo, posing a major security risk. The Congolese military is struggling to contain the insurgents, and many people in the region have been forced to flee their homes. 7. South Korea’s President Refuses to Appear for Investigation Amid Scandal South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing a political crisis after refusing to comply with summonses from investigators who are looking into his involvement in a recent scandal. His refusal to cooperate has sparked debates about accountability in politics. 8. Mauritius May Cancel Agreement with UK Over Chagos Islands The government of Mauritius has threatened to cancel a historic deal with the UK regarding the Chagos Islands. The agreement, which would return the islands to Mauritius, has raised tensions between the two nations over military presence and sovereignty. 9. Over 14,500 Children Have Died in Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) reports that more than 14,500 children have lost their lives in Gaza since the conflict between Israel and Hamas began. The agency called for an end to violence, highlighting the devastating impact on children and families. 10. Indian Para-Archer Harvinder Singh Criticizes Exclusion from Sports Awards Harvinder Singh, an Indian para-archer who won a gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, has raised concerns about being excluded from the nominations for India’s Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. He questioned the decision to ignore Paralympic gold medalists from Paris while honoring those from the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. |
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National News Headlines in English for 26 December 2024
The national news headlines section in today’s school assembly will focus on important events and updates happening across the country. It highlights key political developments, social issues, and notable achievements that shape the nation’s progress.
| 1. UN Secretary-General Pays Tribute to Indian Brigadier Amitabh Jha for His Dedication in Peacekeeping UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has honored Brigadier General Amitabh Jha, who served with the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) at the Golan Heights. Jha’s leadership and commitment to peacekeeping were recognized after his passing. He was instrumental in navigating complex situations, especially during the fall of the Assad Government in Syria. 2. Delhi Court Denies Chargesheet Cognizance in Coal Scam Involving Adhunik Corporation A Delhi court has refused to accept a chargesheet against Adhunik Corporation Ltd and its directors in a coal scam case. The case, related to the New Patra Para coal block in Odisha, was filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The court ruled that mere attempts to acquire criminal proceeds or anticipate undue benefits do not constitute money laundering. 3. Amitabh Kant Envisions India’s 30 Trillion US Dollar Economy by 2047 Former NITI Aayog CEO, Amitabh Kant, expressed optimism about India’s growth potential, aiming for a 30 trillion US dollar economy by 2047. To achieve this, India must accelerate its manufacturing and exports, and increase GDP and per capita income substantially, he said during a special lecture on Good Governance Day in Patna. 4. NRI Deposit Inflows Surge to 11.9 Billion Dollars in April-October 2024 Non-Resident Indian (NRI) deposits saw a significant rise in the current financial year, with inflows reaching 11.9 billion dollars between April and October. This surge nearly doubled compared to the previous year, reflecting the growing confidence in India’s economy. 5. President Droupadi Murmu Reshuffles Governors Across Five States President Droupadi Murmu made significant changes in the leadership of five states by appointing new governors and reshuffling existing ones. Among the changes, Ajay Kumar Bhalla was appointed as the Governor of Manipur, where ethnic tensions and violence have been ongoing. 6. India’s Economy Expected to Grow by 6.5% in 2024-25 Despite Slower GrowthI ndia’s economy is projected to grow by 6.5% in the current and next financial year, according to a report by EY. The slower-than-expected growth in the September quarter was attributed to a fall in private consumption and capital formation, which are key drivers of economic expansion. 7. Maharashtra Minister Announces Local Body Elections Set for March-April 2025 Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule confirmed that local body elections in the state will take place in March-April 2025, depending on the Supreme Court’s decision regarding the OBC reservation. A hearing on this matter is expected in January. 8. 2024 Marks a Landmark Year for India’s Defence Sector with Major Milestones India’s defense sector saw remarkable progress in 2024, with significant deals and developments under the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative. Highlights included the successful “Mission Divyastra,” the Predator drone deal with the US, and the inauguration of India’s first private military aircraft plant in Vadodra. 9. EPFO Registers Record Membership Additions with 13.41 Lakh New Members in October The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) added 13.41 lakh new members in October 2024. This surge in membership reflects the growing employment opportunities and increasing awareness about employee benefits across India. The EPFO has been effective in reaching out to workers and encouraging enrollment. 10. PM Modi Lays Foundation for India’s First Ken-Betwa River Linking Project Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the ambitious Ken-Betwa National River Linking Project in Madhya Pradesh. This is a major step towards improving water resource management in India. The Prime Minister also inaugurated the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project and unveiled initiatives in memory of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. |
State News Headlines in English for 26 December 2024
This section of State News Headlines in English will focus on news pertinent to different Indian states. It will encompass local government announcements, educational initiatives, and regional development project.
| 1. Delhi Government Warns of Fraud in Name of Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana Amid AAP’s Campaign The Delhi government’s Women and Child Development Department issued a public notice warning that any political party collecting information from applicants for the ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana’ is committing fraud. This comes as Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) campaigns for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections in 2025, highlighting the confusion over its flagship schemes. 2. Delhi Government Clarifies Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana Not Yet Notified The Women and Child Development Department of Delhi clarified that the ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana’ has not been officially notified. Reports emerged of a political party claiming to offer a financial benefit to women under this scheme, but the government has disassociated itself from such claims, calling it misleading. 3. Dr. Jitendra Singh Announces Scrapping of Nearly 2,000 Outdated Rules to Simplify GovernanceMinister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh, highlighted the scrapping of nearly 2,000 outdated rules to streamline governance. This reform aims to make governance more citizen-friendly, with a focus on transparency, innovation, and people-centric policies in line with Prime Minister Modi’s leadership. 4. Amit Shah Advocates for Prompt Implementation of New Criminal Laws to Protect Civil Rights Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the importance of promptly implementing new criminal laws under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. The laws, which are citizen- and victim-centric, are aimed at enhancing justice. Shah urged the Uttarakhand government to ensure their 100% implementation in all police stations and jails. 5. Dr. L. Murugan Criticizes Jharkhand Government for Delays in Implementing Jal Jeevan Mission Union Minister Dr. L. Murugan accused the Jharkhand government of failing to implement the Jal Jeevan Mission effectively. Despite receiving central funding five years ago, the state has not ensured proper water supply under the scheme, which aims to provide clean drinking water to every household. |
International News in English for 26 December 2024
Stay updated with the latest Global Stories and International News. This section highlights significant events and developments from around the world.
| 1. Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy Condemns Russia’s “Inhumane” Christmas Day Attack on Energy Grid Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia’s missile and drone attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, describing the assault as “inhumane.” The strikes, which occurred early on Christmas morning, targeted the country’s power grid and were launched from Russia’s Black Sea region. 2. Asian Development Bank Provides $5 Million in Disaster Relief to Vanuatu After 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake The Asian Development Bank has allocated $5 million in disaster relief for Vanuatu following a devastating 7.3-magnitude earthquake that struck the capital, Port Vila. The quake, which occurred on December 17, has resulted in at least 14 deaths and left more than 200 people injured, prompting the Vanuatu government to request international aid. 3. John Bolton Criticizes Trump’s Leadership, Warns of Increased Global Crises in a Second Term Former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton delivered a sharp critique of Donald Trump’s foreign policy, stating that a second term under Trump could trigger significant international crises. Bolton dismissed Trump’s claims of preventing global conflicts and warned that his approach could escalate tensions in regions like Gaza and Ukraine. 4. Corporate Donations Surge as Companies Engage with Trump’s Inauguration Despite Past Backlash Following the January 6 Capitol attack, many large corporations had pledged to reassess their political donations. However, as President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second inauguration, companies like Ford, General Motors, and Bank of America are reconsidering their contributions to his administration, signaling a shift in corporate-political relationships. 5. Vietnam’s New Internet Regulations Force Social Media Giants to Verify Users and Hand Over DataUnder Vietnam’s new “Decree 147,” major social media platforms like Facebook and TikTok must verify users’ identities through phone numbers or national IDs and provide personal data to authorities on demand. Critics argue that the law represents an encroachment on freedom of expression, especially as it mandates the removal of content the government deems illegal within 24 hours. 6. Eastern DR Congo’s Lubero Faces Growing Threat from Rebel Militias, Civilians Prepare for Evacuation The town of Lubero in eastern DR Congo is on the brink of danger as rebel militias advance, with the front line now just 50 kilometers away. Despite an outward calm, the threat looms large, and many residents have begun preparing for evacuation as Congolese soldiers continue to retreat amidst clashes. 7. South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol Refuses Questioning, Defying Investigators in Political ScandalSouth Korea’s suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol has once again defied legal investigators, rejecting a summons to appear for questioning. This marks the second time in a week that Yoon, embroiled in a political scandal following his declaration of martial law, has ignored calls for his cooperation. 8. Mauritius Government Casts Doubt on Historic Chagos Islands Sovereignty Deal with the UK The new government in Mauritius has raised concerns over a historic deal with the United Kingdom regarding the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands. Under the agreement, the UK would hand over control of the islands to Mauritius while maintaining a strategic military base at Diego Garcia for 99 years. 9. Vietnam’s New Internet Law Requires Social Media Giants to Share User Data, Critics Warn of Freedom Impact A new law in Vietnam mandates that Facebook and TikTok verify users’ identities and share their data with the government. This includes storing personal information such as phone numbers, national IDs, and birth dates. Critics argue this violates privacy rights and threatens freedom of speech. 10. UNRWA Reports that One Child Dies Every Hour in Gaza, Raising Alarms Over Humanitarian CrisisThe United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) reported a tragic milestone in Gaza, stating that one child is killed every hour due to the ongoing conflict. Since October 7, 2023, around 14,500 children have lost their lives, according to UNICEF, amid Israel’s large-scale military operation against Hamas in the region. |
Sports News in English for 26 December 2024
Catch up on the latest sports news in English and stay updated on your favorite sports events. Find out scores, highlights, and key moments from recent games and matches.
| 1. Indian Para-Archer Harvinder Singh Alleges Discrimination After Being Snubbed for Khel Ratna Award Indian para-archer Harvinder Singh, a gold medalist at the Paris Paralympics, has raised concerns about “discrimination” in sports awards after being excluded from the nominations for the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award. Singh questioned why Tokyo Paralympics medalists were included while the achievements of Paris Paralympics gold medalists, like himself, were overlooked, highlighting the disparity in recognition despite similar accomplishments. 2. Jasprit Bumrah Joins Elite List with Equal Points Tally as Ravi Ashwin in ICC Test Bowler Rankings Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has made history by matching the record points tally of 904 points in the ICC Test bowler rankings, previously set by Ravi Ashwin in December 2016. Bumrah, who achieved the record after taking 9/94 in the third Test against Australia, now shares the distinction with Ashwin and is currently ranked number one, leading South Africa’s Kagiso Rabada by 39 points. 3. Odisha and Delhi Secure Final Two Quarter-Final Spots in Santosh Trophy 2024-25 Odisha and Delhi secured the final two quarter-final spots at the 78th Senior Men’s National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy 2024-25, held at the Deccan Arena. Odisha will face Group A winners West Bengal, while Delhi will meet Manipur. Defending champions Services will face Meghalaya, and Kerala, unbeaten in the tournament, will play against Jammu and Kashmir in the upcoming matches. 4. Ganemat Sekhon Wins Second Consecutive National Shooting Title in Women’s Skeet Ganemat Sekhon of Punjab clinched her second consecutive national title in women’s skeet at the 67th National Shooting Championship held in Delhi. Sekhon scored 50 out of 60 targets to win the gold, defeating Asees Chhina, who took silver with 46 hits. Olympian Raiza Dhillon secured the bronze. Sekhon had previously won the women’s team event with teammates Parinaaz Dhaliwal and Jasmeen Kaur. 5. Former India Cricketer Naman Ojha’s Father Sentenced to Seven Years in Embezzlement CaseVinay Ojha, the father of former India cricketer Naman Ojha, has been sentenced to seven years in prison after being found guilty in an embezzlement case involving Rs 1.25 crore at the Bank of Maharashtra in Betul, Madhya Pradesh. Vinay, who was the branch manager at the time of the crime, was convicted along with three others involved in the embezzlement. In addition to his prison sentence, Vinay has been fined Rs 7 lakh, while the main accused, Abhishek Ratnam, received a ten-year prison sentence and a Rs 10 lakh fine. |
Word of the Day
The Word of the Day segment introduces students to a new vocabulary word daily as part of the school assembly news headlines. It includes the word’s definition, part of speech, usage, and an example sentence.
| Word: Jovial Meaning: Cheerful and full of high spirits. Part of Speech: Adjective Sentence: Despite the rain, Sarah remained jovial and spread positivity throughout the day. Often Used In: Social events, gatherings, celebrations, and describing people with a cheerful nature. |
Thought for the Day for Students
The Thought for the Day segment in the news headlines for school assembly offers a motivational or thought-provoking quote, inspiring students to reflect on values such as perseverance, kindness, and self-growth.
| “Holidays are a time to recharge and reflect, so that we can return with fresh energy and new perspectives.” Meaning: Holidays are not only for relaxation but also for reflection. It’s a time to pause, recharge, and gain a new outlook on life, allowing us to come back refreshed and motivated. |
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What Happened Today in History
The What Happened Today in History segment in the school assembly news headlines highlights key events from history that took place on the current date.
| 1. What major natural disaster occurred on December 26, 2004? Answer: The Indian Ocean Tsunami Description: On December 26, 2004, a powerful earthquake triggered one of the deadliest tsunamis in history. It affected countries bordering the Indian Ocean, including Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and India, resulting in over 230,000 deaths. 2. Which significant geopolitical event occurred on December 26, 1991? Answer: The Dissolution of the Soviet Union Description: On this day, the Soviet Union officially ceased to exist. The dissolution marked the end of the Cold War and led to the formation of 15 independent republics, including Russia, Ukraine, and the Baltic states. 3. What important historical agreement was signed on December 26, 1997? Answer: The United Kingdom Handover of Hong Kong to China Description: On December 26, 1997, the UK officially handed over the governance of Hong Kong to China after over 150 years of British rule, marking the end of the colonial era in Hong Kong. 4. What tragic event occurred on December 26, 1919, in India? Answer: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Description: The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British troops opened fire on unarmed Indian civilians in Amritsar, India, killed hundreds. It sparked a major outcry against British rule and intensified the Indian independence movement. 5. Which key battle during the American Revolution took place on December 26, 1776?Answer: The Battle of Trenton Description: On December 26, 1776, General George Washington led the Continental Army to a decisive victory at the Battle of Trenton. This victory boosted the morale of the American Revolutionaries during a critical point in the war. |
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