School Assembly News Headlines: 29 March 2025 

National News

1. ISRO completes Rolling experiment under SpaDeX mission to improve satellite docking, enhancing space maneuvering and docking capabilities.

2. Indian Minorities Federation hosts ‘Sadbhavana Iftar,’ strengthening India’s diplomatic and cultural ties with 19 Muslim-majority nations.

3. Lok Sabha passes Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 to enhance security, regulate foreign entry, and boost economic growth.

4. Chilean President Gabriel Boric visits India to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, climate change, and innovation partnerships.

International News

1. A 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar, causing tremors in Thailand, China, India, and Bangladesh.

2. Bangladesh’s Prof. Muhammad Yunus Meets China’s President Xi Jinping to Strengthen Bilateral Ties and Attract Investments.

Sports News

1. Novak Djokovic Becomes Oldest Man to Reach ATP Masters 1000 Semi-Final After Miami Open Victory Over Sebastian Korda.

2. Former England Cricketer Peter Lever Passes Away at 84; Remembered for His Bowling Legacy and Lancashire Hall of Fame Induction.

Business News

1. Government to Borrow ₹8 Trillion in H1 of FY26, With ₹10,000 Crore Allocated for Sovereign Green Bonds Through Weekly Auctions.

2. India-US Bilateral Trade Talks Focus on Digital Services Liberalisation and Tariff Reductions, With Intense Discussions Underway in New Delhi.

1. PM Modi Assures Support for Myanmar and Thailand After Devastating Earthquake, Urges Authorities to Stay on Standby
PM Modi expressed deep concern over the Myanmar earthquake, prayed for victims’ safety, and assured India’s support. He instructed officials to stay on standby and maintain communication with Myanmar and Thailand.

2. India Voices Strong Concern Over Minority Attacks in Bangladesh, Engages in Diplomatic Talks for Protection
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted attacks on minorities in Bangladesh as a serious issue. He confirmed diplomatic discussions and assured India’s commitment to monitoring their safety and ensuring necessary protective measures.

3. PM Modi to Visit Thailand for BIMSTEC Summit, Sri Lanka for Bilateral Talks to Strengthen Regional Cooperation
PM Modi will attend the BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand from April 3-4 and visit Sri Lanka from April 4-6. His visit aims to enhance diplomatic, economic, and strategic regional cooperation.

4. Indian Ports Bill 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha to Boost Port Development and Maritime Management
The bill aims to improve port governance, promote integrated development, and enhance ease of doing business. It establishes State Maritime Boards and a council for structured port sector growth and management.

5. Universal Acceptance Day 2025 Launched, Emphasizing Digital Inclusion and Linguistic Diversity in India
IT Secretary S. Krishnan stressed the need for multilingual internet access. He highlighted India’s commitment to ensuring digital governance reflects linguistic and cultural diversity for inclusivity.

6. ISRO Completes Rolling Experiment Under SpaDeX Mission, Advancing Space Docking Capabilities
ISRO successfully executed the Rolling experiment, testing satellite maneuvering for precise docking. The experiment helps assess docking feasibility under different conditions, enhancing India’s future space docking capabilities.

7. Indian Minorities Federation Hosts ‘Sadbhavana Iftar’ Strengthening India’s Diplomatic Ties with Muslim-Majority Nations
IMF’s Iftar event brought together ambassadors from 19 Muslim nations. Acknowledging PM Modi’s role in strengthening India’s strategic, economic, and cultural relations with the Islamic world.

8. Lok Sabha Passes Immigration and Foreigners Bill 2025 to Strengthen National Security and Regulate Immigration
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the bill’s role in safeguarding India’s security. Regulating foreign nationals’ entry, stay, and purpose. Ensuring stricter immigration policies.

9. Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font to Visit India to Strengthen Bilateral Ties and Discuss Key Global Issues
President Boric’s visit from April 1-5 aims to enhance India-Chile cooperation in trade. Climate action. Innovation through high-level diplomatic discussions.

10. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Introduces Indian Ports Bill 2025 to Enhance Maritime Governance and Development
The bill seeks to streamline port laws. Improve business efficiency. Strengthen maritime management by establishing State Maritime Boards and a Maritime State Development Council for structured sectoral growth.

1. Telangana Assembly Passes Appropriation Bill 2025 Amid Opposition Concerns Over Farm Sector Allocations
The Telangana Legislative Assembly passed the Appropriation Bill 2025 by voice vote. Opposition BRS raised concerns over farm sector allocations. The House adjourned sine die after an 11-day session.

2. Jammu and Kashmir Government Waives Stamp Duty on Property Transfers Within Blood Relations
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has removed stamp duty on property transfers through Gift Deeds within blood relations. The exemption takes effect on April 1, 2025. It aims to ease financial burdens.

3. KERC Announces Electricity Tariff Reduction to Benefit Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Consumers in Karnataka
KERC approved reduced electricity tariffs for commercial, industrial, educational, and hospital consumers. The new tariffs apply for 2025-28. The decision aims to lower costs and reduce cross-subsidisation in power distribution.

4. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Faces Protest During Oxford Address, Responds Assertively
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was interrupted by protesters during her Oxford University speech. They raised issues of post-poll violence. She responded firmly, urging them to strengthen politically instead of disrupting.

5. Telangana Assembly Passes Appropriation Bill 2025 Amid Opposition Concerns Over Farm Sector Allocations
The Telangana Legislative Assembly passed the Appropriation Bill 2025 after an 11-day session. Speaker G Prasad Kumar directed Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka to move the Bill, which was approved.

1. Alexandra Eala’s Miami Open Run Ends with Hard-Fought Semi-Final Loss to Jessica Pegula
Philippines’ Alexandra Eala lost a thrilling Miami Open semi-final against Jessica Pegula. The 19-year-old, ranked 140th, pushed Pegula to three sets before bowing out in 2 hours 24 minutes.

2. Harbhajan Singh Names Nicholas Pooran as Best T20 Player After His IPL Heroics for LSG
Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh praised Nicholas Pooran as the best T20 player. Pooran’s explosive 70 off 26 balls helped Lucknow Super Giants chase 191 runs and defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad.

3. Steve Waugh Appointed to Australia-India Relations Advisory Board for Strengthening Bilateral Ties
Former Australian cricketer Steve Waugh joins the Centre for Australia-India Relations Advisory Board. Established in 2023, it promotes collaboration between India and Australia in government, business, and academia.

4. Novak Djokovic Becomes Oldest ATP Masters 1000 Semi-Finalist After Miami Open Victory
Novak Djokovic, 37, became the oldest ATP Masters 1000 semi-finalist after defeating Sebastian Korda. He surpassed Roger Federer’s record, achieving this milestone at the Miami Open quarterfinals.

5. Former England Cricketer Peter Lever Passes Away at 84 After a Short Illness
Former England and Lancashire bowler Peter Lever passed away at 84. Lever, who took nearly 1,000 wickets, was inducted into Lancashire’s Hall of Fame and served as England’s bowling coach.

1. CoreWeave Prices IPO at $40 Per Share, Reduces Offering Size
CoreWeave, a cloud computing firm backed by Nvidia, has priced its IPO at $40 per share, lower than the earlier range of $47-$55. The company also reduced the offering to 37.5 million shares from the previously planned 49 million.

2. Taiwan Investigates China’s SMIC for Illegally Luring Tech Workers
Taiwanese authorities are investigating whether China’s top chipmaker SMIC illegally recruited local tech workers through a shell company. Taiwan has been cracking down on Chinese firms suspected of stealing semiconductor expertise.

3. China’s H3C Warns of Nvidia H20 Chip Shortages Amid AI Expansion
H3C, one of China’s largest server manufacturers, has warned clients of potential shortages of Nvidia’s H20 AI chip, the most advanced AI processor China can access under US export controls. The supply crunch could slow China’s AI advancements.

4. TikTok Shop Expands to France, Germany, and Italy on March 31
TikTok Shop is set to launch in France, Germany, and Italy, aiming to onboard more local sellers. Carrefour will join in France, while Germany will feature AboutYou and Cosnova as key retail partners.

5. South Korea Yet to Set Timeline for Resuming China’s DeepSeek AI App
South Korea has not decided when it will lift the suspension on China’s DeepSeek AI app, which was halted due to data privacy concerns. The PIPC blocked new downloads on Feb. 15, citing violations of personal information protection laws.