School Assembly News Headlines: 28 October 2025 

National News

1. CJI Gavai Recommends Justice Surya Kant for Appointment as India’s 53rd Chief Justice, to Assume Office November 24.

2. PM Modi, ASEAN Leaders Strengthen Strategic Partnership, Discuss Trade, Regional Security, and Cooperation Against Terrorism at Kuala Lumpur Summit.

3. EAM S. Jaishankar Represents India at 20th East Asia Summit in Malaysia, Discusses Indo-Pacific Peace and Regional Stability.

4. Devotees Across India Observe Chhath Puja’s Sandhya Arghya Today, Offering Prayers to Setting Sun for Family Well-being.

International News

1. Hurricane Melissa Intensifies to Category 4, Triggers Mass Evacuations Across Five Caribbean Nations Amid Severe Weather Alerts.

2. Joe Biden Urges Americans to Stay Hopeful, Calls Current Times a Crucial Test of Nation’s Democratic Strength.

Sports News 

1. Real Madrid Beat Barcelona 2-1 in El Clasico, Mbappé and Bellingham Seal Key Win to Extend LaLiga Lead.

2. Indian Vice-Captain Shreyas Iyer Under Medical Observation in Sydney Hospital After Rib Injury During Third ODI Against Australia.

Business News

1.India Pushes Financial Sector Reforms After $17 Billion Outflows to Bolster Capital Strength, Credit Growth, and Foreign Investment.

2. EAM S Jaishankar Meets US Secretary Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur, Discusses Bilateral Relations and Key Global Developments.

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1. CJI Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai recommends Justice Surya Kant’s name for appointment as India’s 53rd Chief Justice.
Chief Justice B.R. Gavai has proposed Justice Surya Kant as his successor. Currently the Supreme Court’s second senior-most judge, Justice Kant is expected to assume office on November 24 after Gavai’s retirement.

2. PM Modi, ASEAN leaders discuss strengthening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, trade review, and cooperation against terrorism at summit.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and ASEAN leaders reviewed progress in ASEAN-India ties, emphasizing ASEAN centrality, Vision 2045, FTA review, and joint efforts against terrorism to enhance regional peace and prosperity.

3. EAM S. Jaishankar to attend 20th East Asia Summit in Malaysia, discuss Indo-Pacific peace and regional cooperation.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represents India at the East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur, focusing on Indo-Pacific stability. He also met Singapore’s Foreign Minister to enhance bilateral cooperation and dialogue.

4. Chhath Puja’s main day, Sandhya Arghya, observed today with devotees offering prayers to the setting sun.
The third day of Chhath Puja, Sandhya Arghya, celebrates the setting sun. Devotees gather at riverbanks, offering prasad, sugarcane, and diyas while praying for family prosperity and divine blessings.

5. Supreme Court summons Chief Secretaries of states, UTs over non-compliance in filing affidavits on stray dog issue.
The Supreme Court directed Chief Secretaries of all states and UTs, except Delhi, West Bengal, and Telangana, to appear on November 3 for failing to file affidavits on stray dog management.

6. India hosts Asia-Pacific aircraft accident investigators’ meet in New Delhi, marking its first time as event host.
India is hosting the Asia-Pacific Accident Investigation Group meeting in New Delhi from October 28–31. Organized by AAIB, the event gathers 90 experts and ICAO representatives to enhance aviation safety collaboration.

1. Cyclone Montha prompts Andhra Pradesh and Odisha to enforce emergency measures ahead of expected Tuesday landfall.
As Cyclone Montha intensifies over the Bay of Bengal, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha close schools, evacuate coastal areas, and deploy rescue teams. IMD forecasts 110 kmph winds and heavy rainfall.

2. Delhi’s air quality remains ‘very poor’ for second day, AQI at 315 despite forecast of light rains.
Delhi continued to choke under heavy smog on Monday with AQI at 315, marking persistent ‘very poor’ air quality. IMD expects light rain later, possibly offering temporary relief.

3. 8th International Solar Alliance Assembly begins in New Delhi with 124 nations, focusing on global solar cooperation.
The 8th International Solar Alliance Assembly starts today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Representatives from 124 nations and 40 ministers will discuss progress, challenges, and expanding affordable solar energy access globally.

4. ECI urges media to follow silence period rules before Bihar Assembly polls, bans election content 48 hours pre-vote.
The Election Commission reminded broadcasters to comply with the Representation of the People Act, prohibiting election-related content 48 hours before polling. Bihar Assembly elections will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11.

1. Hurricane Melissa strengthens to Category 4, prompting mass evacuations across five Caribbean nations amid severe weather warnings.
Hurricane Melissa intensified into a Category 4 storm, forcing evacuations across Haiti, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and the Bahamas. Authorities warned of record rainfall, dangerous surges, and widespread flooding.

2. Joe Biden urges Americans to stay hopeful amid challenges, calls current period a test of democratic strength.
Former President Joe Biden described the current era as “dark days,” encouraging citizens to remain optimistic and united while defending democracy, free speech, and the foundational values of the United States.

3. President Donald Trump departs Malaysia after ASEAN Summit, announces trade deals and peace treaty before heading to Japan.
US President Donald Trump concluded his Malaysia visit during his six-day Asian tour, highlighting trade agreements and a peace treaty between Thailand and Cambodia before departing for Japan’s second leg.

4. Chinese H-6K bombers conduct confrontation drills near Taiwan ahead of U.S.-China presidential meeting in South Korea.
China carried out aerial confrontation drills near Taiwan with H-6K bombers, state media reported, days before the upcoming U.S.-China presidential meeting, highlighting ongoing regional security manoeuvres and strategic posturing.

1. Real Madrid defeat Barcelona 2-1 in El Clasico, with Mbappé and Bellingham securing crucial LaLiga victory.
Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham powered Real Madrid to a 2-1 El Clasico win over Barcelona, ending a four-match losing streak and extending their LaLiga lead.

2. Indian vice-captain Shreyas Iyer hospitalised in Sydney ICU after rib injury sustained during third ODI against Australia.
Indian ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer was admitted to a Sydney hospital following a rib cage injury suffered while fielding against Australia. He is under observation and receiving necessary medical care.

3. India’s Anahat Singh stuns world No. 20 Melissa Alves to reach Canadian Open quarterfinals in impressive Toronto performance.
Seventeen-year-old Indian squash champion Anahat Singh defeated France’s sixth seed Melissa Alves 12-10, 12-10, 8-11, 11-2 to advance to the Canadian Open quarterfinals. She will next face Belgium’s Tinne Gilis.

4. Indian jiu-jitsu athlete Rohini Kalam, who represented India in the Asian Games, passes away at age 35.
Indian martial arts athlete Rohini Kalam, a former Asian Games competitor, died in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh. Authorities have begun an investigation; the reason for her death has not yet been confirmed.

1. India accelerates financial reforms after $17 billion foreign outflows to strengthen capital buffers and attract global investment.
Amid $17 billion foreign outflows and U.S. tariff concerns, India expands financial reforms to boost credit access, ease corporate borrowing, and attract overseas investors through faster listings and relaxed funding rules.

2. EAM S Jaishankar meets US Secretary Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur to discuss bilateral ties and global issues.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur, holding discussions on strengthening bilateral relations, addressing regional developments, and enhancing cooperation on global challenges.

3. PM Modi highlights growing global popularity of Indian coffee, praising diverse cultivation across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Northeast.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Mann Ki Baat address, lauded the rising global demand for Indian coffee. He noted its diverse cultivation from Karnataka and Tamil Nadu to Kerala and the Northeast.

4. LIC rejects Washington Post report alleging $3.9 billion government-directed Adani investments, calls claims false and baseless.
LIC issued a rebuttal to a Washington Post report claiming government officials influenced $3.9 billion investments in Adani firms. The insurer termed the allegations baseless and denied any external interference.