School Assembly News Headlines: 27 August 2025 

National News

1. Japan to Invest $68 Billion in India Over 10 Years, Signs Updated Security Pact

2. US Raises Tariffs on Indian Goods to 50%, Impacting Exporters Amid Trade Tensions

3. PM Modi Opens Maruti Suzuki EV Plant in Gujarat, Launches E-Vitara for Global Export

4. India Launches Made-in-India E-Vitara Electric Vehicles, Begins Hybrid Battery Production in Gujarat

International News

1. Xi Jinping to Host 20+ World Leaders at SCO Summit in Tianjin, Boosting Global South Unity

2. Japan Post Halts Small Package Shipments to U.S. Over New Tariffs, Affecting Businesses and Consumers

Sports News 

1. Sift Kaur Samra Leads India to Women’s 50m Rifle 3-Positions Team Gold at Asian Shooting Championships

2. R Praggnanandhaa Defeats Alireza Firouzja, Shares Sinquefield Cup Lead with Fabiano Caruana

Business News

1. Vodafone Idea Plans ₹50 Billion Bond Issue; US Tariffs on Indian Goods Hit Exporters

2. Income-Tax Act 2025 to Introduce Simplified Rules, Implementation from April 2026

1, Japan plans $68 billion investment in India, with new security cooperation deal during Prime Minister Modi’s Tokyo visit this week.
Japan will double its investment in India to $68 billion over the next decade. Both countries will also renew their 17-year-old security cooperation agreement to address present global challenges together.

2. U.S. imposes 25% extra tariff on Indian goods, raising total duties to 50% amid trade tensions over Russian oil.
Indian exporters face new challenges as the U.S. announces higher tariffs on Indian-origin goods. The decision, linked to India’s Russian oil imports, may disrupt trade and increase economic pressure on exporters.

3. PM Modi inaugurates Maruti Suzuki EV plant in Gujarat, launches e-Vitara electric car for export to over 100 countries.
Prime Minister Modi opened Maruti Suzuki’s EV and battery plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat. He launched the e-Vitara electric car, boosting India’s self-reliance in green mobility and global exports.

4. PM Modi launches Made-in-India E-Vitara BEVs, starts hybrid battery production, boosting exports to over 100 countries from Gujarat.
Prime Minister Modi flagged off India-made E-Vitara electric vehicles from Hansalpur, Gujarat. He also inaugurated hybrid battery production, supporting clean energy growth and global exports to key markets like Europe and Japan.

5. India’s Iron Dome ‘Sudarshan Chakra’ to protect strategic sites, says CDS General Anil Chauhan at RAN SAMWAD-2025.
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan announced India’s Iron Dome, Sudarshan Chakra, will safeguard critical sites. It combines advanced detection, acquisition, and neutralisation technologies for national security and defence readiness.

1. Delhi government adds 24 electric school buses to reduce pollution, benefiting students and promoting eco-friendly transport in the capital.
Delhi Chief Minister flagged off 24 new electric DTC school buses in collaboration with Sardar Patel Vidyalaya. The move supports pollution-free transport and provides safe, eco-friendly commuting for students.

2. IMD issues red alert for heavy rainfall in Delhi; airlines advise passengers to check flights before travelling today.
The India Meteorological Department warns of continued moderate to heavy rainfall in Delhi. Airlines like Air India, SpiceJet, and Indigo have issued travel advisories, asking passengers to confirm flight status before departure.

3. NDRF conducts workshop in Delhi to strengthen response capabilities against biological disasters and improve emergency preparedness nationwide.
The National Disaster Response Force held a workshop on biological disaster preparedness in New Delhi. Officials emphasised coordinated, scientific, and well-equipped response mechanisms to handle emergencies from biological threats effectively.

4. Kerala’s Mahatma Gandhi University opens first-ever hostel exclusively for transgender students, promoting inclusivity and supporting marginalised communities.
State Social Justice Minister R Bindhu inaugurated a hostel for transgender students at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. This initiative addresses long-standing demands and fosters inclusivity on the campus.

5. Illegal mining in 11 Uttar Pradesh districts caused ₹408.68 crore loss, says CAG report presented in state assembly.
A CAG report revealed illegal excavation of minerals across 268.91 hectares in Uttar Pradesh from 2017–2022. The pending revenue recovery amounts to ₹408.68 crore, highlighting the socio-economic impact of illegal mining.

1. Chinese President Xi Jinping to host over 20 world leaders at SCO summit in Tianjin, strengthening Global South solidarity.
President Xi will meet leaders from Central Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin. The event highlights diplomatic collaboration and global partnerships.

2. Japan Post suspends shipping of small packages to the U.S. following new tariffs, affecting businesses and individual senders.
Due to U.S. tariffs, Japan Post will stop accepting parcels over $100 for sale or as gifts. The change impacts small businesses and individuals sending goods to the United States.

3. Australia expels Iran’s ambassador over antisemitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne amid rising violence linked to Israel-Gaza conflict.
Australia announced it will expel Iran’s ambassador following antisemitic vandalism and arson in Sydney and Melbourne. The attacks targeted homes, schools, and synagogues, increasing concerns over community safety and security.

4. Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe appears in court, becoming first executive leader remanded on corruption charges.
Ranil Wickremesinghe, 76, is brought before Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court on corruption charges. He is receiving treatment in the National Hospital ICU for dehydration following earlier prison medical examinations.

5. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanks PM Modi for Independence Day wishes, praises India’s support for peace and dialogue.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his warm wishes on Ukraine’s Independence Day. He appreciated India’s dedication to peace and hopes for continued support.

1. Sift Kaur Samra leads India to women’s 50m Rifle 3-Positions team gold at Asian Shooting Championships.
Olympian Sift Kaur Samra, along with Anjum Moudgil and Ashi Chouksey, won the women’s 50m Rifle 3-Positions team gold at the Asian Shooting Championships, scoring a combined 1753 points.

2. Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa scores victory over Alireza Firouzja, shares joint lead in Sinquefield Cup Grand Chess Tour.
R Praggnanandhaa defeated French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja to claim joint lead with Fabiano Caruana in the Sinquefield Cup. World champion D Gukesh lost to American Wesley So.

3. Divyanshu Singh appointed CEO of JSW Sports, succeeding Mustafa Ghouse, who will continue as Director providing strategic guidance.
JSW Sports promoted Divyanshu Singh as its new Chief Executive Officer. Former CEO Mustafa Ghouse steps down to focus on sports technology investments but will remain as Director offering strategic inputs.

4. Indian Olympian Sift Kaur Samra wins individual gold in women’s 50m rifle 3-positions at Asian Shooting Championships.
Sift Kaur Samra scored 459.2 to clinch gold in the women’s 50m rifle 3-positions at the Asian Shooting Championships in Kazakhstan. Ashi Chouksey finished seventh in the final.

5. Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa shares top spot at Sinquefield Cup after victory over French player Alireza Firouzja.
R Praggnanandhaa scored his second win at the Sinquefield Cup in the USA, earning 4.5 points and joining Fabiano Caruana at the top of the leaderboard after defeating Alireza Firouzja.

1. Vodafone Idea plans ₹50 billion bond issue; US raises tariffs on Indian goods, hitting exporters and textiles hard.
Vodafone Idea’s unit aims to raise ₹50 billion through bonds. Meanwhile, US 50% tariffs on Indian goods may disrupt exports, especially textiles and apparel, affecting jobs and businesses nationwide.

2. New Income-Tax Act 2025 rules to simplify forms and language; implementation targeted from April 1, 2026.
CBDT plans user-friendly rules under the Income-Tax Act 2025. Drafts will be sent to Parliament, aiming for nationwide implementation on April 1, 2026, easing compliance for taxpayers and professionals.

3. Indian labour-intensive exports may fall 70% as US tariffs take effect, threatening jobs and export competitiveness.
GTRI report warns India’s exports, especially labour-intensive sectors, may drop drastically due to US 50% tariffs. Key industries like textiles and apparel are likely to face major disruptions starting August 27.

4. Crisil upgrades Gautam Solar’s long-term rating to ‘A-/Stable’, reflecting strong fundamentals and growth in renewable energy.
Gautam Solar’s rating upgrade by Crisil from ‘BBB+/Stable’ to ‘A-/Stable’ underscores its solid growth, reliable market presence, and position as a preferred provider of solar modules for large projects.

5. Gautam Solar rating upgraded to ‘A-/Stable’; Eternal to appeal tax demand on orders from Bengaluru Joint Commissioner.
Crisil upgraded Gautam Solar’s rating, highlighting growth and market reliability. Eternal, covering Zomato, Blinkit, District, and Hyperpure, announced plans to appeal tax demands on Bengaluru orders from 2017–2020.