School Assembly News Headlines: 27 October 2025 

National News

1. India’s Maritime Sector Expands Under Vision 2030, 2047 to Boost Port Modernisation, Shipbuilding, and Global Trade Competitiveness.

2. PM Modi Declares 21st Century as India-ASEAN Century, Stresses Shared Values and Strengthened Strategic Partnership at Summit.

3. ECI Warns Media Against Election Coverage or Polls During Mandatory 48-Hour Silence Period Before Bihar Elections.

4. Election Commission Enforces Silence Period Rules, Restricts Media from Airing Election-Related or Opinion Poll Content.

International News

1. EAM S. Jaishankar Meets Leaders of Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand at ASEAN Summit to Strengthen Regional Partnerships.

2. President Donald Trump Concludes Malaysia Visit After ASEAN Summit, Announces Key Trade Deals and Historic Peace Agreement.

Sports News 

1. Model Rocketry/CANSAT India Student Competition Finale Begins in Kushinagar, Highlighting Young Innovators’ Contributions to Space Technology Development.

2. India’s Priteesmitha Bhoi Wins Gold, Sets Youth World Record in 44kg Weightlifting at Asian Youth Games in Bahrain.

Business News

1. Reliance Industries Shares Jump Over 2% After Launching Joint Venture Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd. With Meta Platforms.

2. MoSPI to Introduce New Inflation Series Next Year, Invites Stakeholder Feedback on Updated CPI Methodology, Says Secretary Garg.

1. India’s maritime sector advances under Vision 2030 and 2047, driving modernisation, investment, and global trade leadership.
Under Maritime India Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, India is investing ₹3–3.5 lakh crore to modernize ports, boost shipbuilding, and strengthen waterways, reinforcing its position as a maritime powerhouse.

2. PM Modi calls 21st century India-ASEAN century, highlights shared heritage and growing strategic partnership at summit.
Addressing the ASEAN-India Summit virtually, PM Modi emphasized India and ASEAN’s shared cultural bonds and global significance, noting that their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership continues to strengthen amid global uncertainties and challenges.

3. ECI warns media to avoid election content and exit polls during 48-hour silence period before Bihar elections.
The Election Commission advised broadcasters to comply with silence period rules, banning election-related content and opinion polls 48 hours before voting in Bihar Assembly and bye-elections to ensure fair campaigning.

4. Election Commission restricts media from airing election content, opinion, or exit polls during Bihar polls’ silence period.
The Election Commission directed all broadcasters to avoid airing election-related content or opinion polls during the 48-hour silence period before Bihar Assembly and bye-elections to maintain neutrality and fairness.

1. Tejashwi Yadav promises ₹50 lakh insurance and doubled honorarium for Panchayati Raj leaders in Bihar polls.
During Bihar election campaigning, Mahagathbandhan CM candidate Tejashwi Prasad Yadav pledged ₹50 lakh insurance cover and doubled honorarium for Mukhiya, Sarpanch, and Panchayati Raj representatives if elected to power.

2. Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin accuses BJP, AIADMK of voter removal strategy ahead of 2026 Assembly elections.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin alleged that BJP and AIADMK aim to influence next year’s Assembly polls by excluding working-class, minority, and Scheduled Caste voters through the Election Commission’s SIR process.

3. Cabinet Secretary reviews national preparedness as severe cyclone set to hit Andhra coast on October 28 night.
Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan chaired a National Crisis Management Committee meeting to assess cyclone preparedness. The storm is expected to hit Andhra Pradesh coast near Kakinada on October 28 with 110 kmph winds.

4. Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum’s first gallery to open next year; full concept ready within three years.
The upcoming Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum, set to be the world’s largest, will unveil its first gallery by next year. Arcop Associates leads design, with full concept due in 36 months.

5. Uttarakhand to levy Green Cess on out-of-state vehicles to curb pollution and fund eco-friendly initiatives.
Marking 25 years of statehood, Uttarakhand announced a Green Cess on vehicles from other states. The revenue will support pollution control, green infrastructure, and smart traffic management projects, said UKPCB.

1. EAM S. Jaishankar meets leaders of Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand on ASEAN Summit sidelines to boost partnerships.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim, Singapore’s Vivian Balakrishnan, and Thailand’s Sihasak Phuangketkeow at the ASEAN Summit, discussing stronger bilateral ties, regional cooperation, and strategic partnership opportunities.

2. US President Donald Trump concludes Malaysia visit after ASEAN Summit, announces major trade and peace agreements.
After attending the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, President Donald Trump departed Malaysia, highlighting trade and rare earth deals, and a peace treaty between Thailand and Cambodia, calling it a historic achievement.

3. US President Trump arrives in Japan to strengthen ties with new PM Sanae Takaichi amid trade tensions.
President Donald Trump reached Japan for talks with newly elected PM Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s first female leader. Discussions may include Tokyo’s proposal to buy Ford F-150 trucks to ease trade frictions.

4. California Governor Gavin Newsom hints at possible 2028 presidential run, says he’ll decide after 2026 midterms.
California Governor Gavin Newsom confirmed he may consider a 2028 presidential bid after the 2026 midterms. A vocal Trump critic, Newsom has boosted his national presence through bold, media-driven political messaging.

1. Model Rocketry/CANSAT India Student Competition grand finale begins in Kushinagar, showcasing student innovations in space technology.
The four-day Model Rocketry/CANSAT India Student Competition starts today in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Organized by IN-SPACe with ISRO and ASI, it promotes student-led innovation and talent in space science and technology.

2. India’s Priteesmitha Bhoi sets Youth World Record, wins gold in 44kg weightlifting at Asian Youth Games.
Indian weightlifter Priteesmitha Bhoi created a new Youth World Record at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, lifting 92kg in Clean & Jerk and totaling 158kg to clinch gold.

3. India defeats Argentina 10-9 to win KogniVera International Polo Cup 2024 at Jaipur Polo Ground, New Delhi.
Hosts India triumphed over Argentina 10-9 in the KogniVera International Polo Cup 2024, led by Sawai Padmanabh Singh, showcasing India’s rising stature and excellence in the global polo arena.

4. Indian grandmasters Gukesh Dommaraju and Divya Deshmukh clinch double golds at 2025 European Chess Club Cup
Gukesh Dommaraju and Divya Deshmukh won two gold medals each at the 2025 European Chess Club Cup, leading their teams to victory, while Nihal Sarin secured an individual gold medal.

1. Reliance Industries shares surge over 2% after forming joint venture Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd. with Meta Platforms.
Reliance Industries’ stock gained over 2% on Monday following the launch of Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd., its joint venture with Meta. The move marks a strategic push into digital innovation.

2. MoSPI to release new inflation series next year, seeks stakeholder feedback on updated CPI methodology, says Secretary Garg.
Ahead of launching a new inflation series based on the updated Consumer Price Index, MoSPI will publish discussion papers and consult stakeholders. Secretary Saurabh Garg emphasised transparency and legal data collection methods.

3. LIC rejects Washington Post report alleging $3.9 billion Adani investment plan influenced by government departments and Finance Ministry.
LIC dismissed claims by The Washington Post that its $3.9 billion investment in Adani businesses was government-influenced, calling the allegations baseless. The report cited coordination among DFS, NITI Aayog, and the Finance Ministry.