School Assembly News Headlines: 26 July 2025 

1. Modi, Muizzu meet in Male, reaffirm India-Maldives ties through diplomacy, defence, and development cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Maldives to a festive welcome by President Mohamed Muizzu and top ministers. His two-day state visit highlights deeper cooperation in defence, trade, and regional stability.

2. Modi surpasses Indira Gandhi, becomes India’s second longest-serving Prime Minister in consecutive term
Prime Minister Narendra Modi became India’s second longest-serving Prime Minister in an unbroken tenure. His leadership milestone reflects sustained public support and long-term political stability in the world’s largest democracy.

3. Ajay Seth named IRDAI chairman, to steer India’s insurance regulatory reforms for next three years
Ajay Seth, former Economic Affairs Secretary, has been appointed chairman of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India. His three-year term is expected to drive key reforms in the insurance sector.

4. Mandaviya, Seth to lead Kargil Vijay Diwas Padyatra in Drass, uniting 1,000+ participants to honour war heroes
On July 26, 2025, Union Ministers Mansukh Mandaviya and Sanjay Seth will lead a padyatra in Drass. The tribute walk commemorates 26 years of India’s victory in the 1999 Kargil War.

5. Centre bans 25 OTT platforms, including ALTBalaji and ULLU, over vulgar and pornographic content violations
The central government has ordered a ban on 25 OTT platforms accused of streaming obscene and vulgar content. The directive was issued following concerns raised by official sources and regulatory bodies.

1. DRDO successfully tests ULPGM-V3 in Andhra Pradesh, boosting India’s indigenous defence technology
DRDO conducted successful flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision-Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at NOAR in Kurnool. The test marks a significant step forward in India’s self-reliant defence capabilities.

2. Uttar Pradesh delegation visits Japan to promote Buddhist Circuit and boost tourism investment opportunities
Led by Finance Minister Suresh Khanna, a UP delegation is visiting Japan to attract investment in tourism. Plans include showcasing the Buddhist Circuit, meditation centers, and hotels under the PPP model.

3. MCD holds committee elections after 2.5 years amid AAP protest over reduced SC welfare panel size
Elections for 25 MCD committees were held after two and a half years. AAP councillors protested the reduction of members in the SC welfare panel, accusing BJP of being anti-Dalit.

4. Mamata urges greater use of Bengali in films and TV, calls for preserving cultural identity
At the Mahanayak Samman ceremony, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee emphasized promoting Bengali in media. She stressed the importance of preserving language and culture for the younger generation’s respect and identity.

5. WBSSC announces teacher recruitment exams on September 7 and 14 for secondary and higher secondary posts
The West Bengal School Service Commission will hold assistant teacher recruitment exams for Classes 9–10 on September 7 and for Classes 11–12 on September 14, with 90-minute sessions starting noon.

1. RCB pacer Yash Dayal faces second FIR as serious allegations emerge, police investigations continue in separate reported cases
RCB pacer Yash Dayal is facing legal trouble as two FIRs have been filed in separate locations. Authorities are investigating the allegations, and the matter is under legal review.

2. India makes history with Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh in FIDE Women’s World Cup final
For the first time, two Indian players will face each other in the FIDE Women’s World Cup final. Both Humpy and Deshmukh have also secured spots in next year’s Women’s Candidates Tournament.

3. Spain’s World Cup star Xavi Hernandez applies for India head coach but AIFF can’t process due to technical issues
Xavi Hernandez, Spain’s World Cup-winning midfielder, applied for India’s head coach position via email. However, AIFF was surprised and unable to process his application due to technical reasons unrelated to football.

4. ICC considers major rule change to allow like-for-like substitutions for players injured during matches in upcoming committee meeting
The International Cricket Council is discussing a major change to permit like-for-like substitutions for players who suffer external injuries. The proposal may be approved in the upcoming cricket committee meeting.

5. India men’s hockey team to play four-match Australia series ahead of Asia Cup in Rajgir
India’s men’s hockey team will tour Australia for a friendly series in Perth from August 15 to 21. The Asia Cup in Rajgir offers a direct FIH World Cup spot.

1. India misses UK carbon tax exemption in free trade deal, impacting carbon-heavy exports
India could not secure an exemption from the UK’s carbon tax in the recent free trade agreement. The UK’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism begins in 2027, affecting India’s exports.

2. New Income Tax bill aims to boost ease of doing business and investor confidence, says Milind Deora
The proposed Income Tax bill will simplify processes, reduce litigation for taxpayers, and encourage investment. It aims to strengthen ‘Make in India’ initiatives and generate employment opportunities.

3. ITC to invest ₹20,000 crore to expand manufacturing, reinforce ‘Bharat First’ strategy
ITC plans a ₹20,000 crore investment to boost manufacturing capacity across sectors. Chairman Sanjiv Puri highlighted new brand launches and strengthening India’s domestic footprint before global expansion.

4. India misses exemption from UK carbon tax in trade deal, risking carbon-intensive exports to Britain
India was unable to secure an exemption from the UK’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism in the free trade agreement. This could negatively affect carbon-heavy Indian exports starting 2027, says GTRI founder Ajay Srivastava.

5. Google CEO Sundar Pichai becomes billionaire as Alphabet stock surges, net worth crosses $1 billion, reports Bloomberg and Forbes
Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai’s net worth surpassed $1 billion, fueled by Alphabet’s stock growth and business success. Estimates place his wealth between $1.1 and $1.2 billion, according to Bloomberg and Forbes.

1. Which country has the most official languages written into its constitution?

Ans. South Africa (11 official languages)

Informative Insight: South Africa is one of the most linguistically diverse countries in the world. Recognising 11 official languages in its constitution ensures representation and equality among its many cultural groups.

2. Which is the only planet in our solar system that rotates clockwise (retrograde rotation)?

Ans. Venus

Informative Insight: Unlike other planets, Venus spins in the opposite direction, meaning the Sun rises in the west and sets in the east. Scientists believe this may be due to a massive collision early in its history.

3. What is the rarest blood type in the world?

Ans. Rh-null (also known as Golden Blood)

Informative Insight: Only around 50 people in the world are known to have Rh-null blood. It lacks all Rh antigens, making it universally accepted for those with rare Rh blood conditions.

4. Which element is the lightest metal and also used in batteries and aircraft?

Ans. Lithium

Informative Insight: Lithium is the lightest metal on Earth and is widely used in rechargeable batteries, especially in smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles.

5. Which Indian mathematician is known for having created thousands of theorems in his short life, many of which are still being studied?

Ans. Srinivasa Ramanujan

Informative Insight: Despite having no formal training in pure mathematics, Ramanujan produced groundbreaking formulas and theorems. He worked with English mathematician G.H. Hardy and contributed to number theory, continued fractions, and infinite series