School Assembly News Headlines: 3 January 2026

National News

1. Statistics Ministry releases Know Your Survey guide to improve transparency public engagement and understanding of official surveys nationwide

2. India ranks eighth globally in WHO pharmacovigilance as Health Minister releases Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026

3. Inter Departmental Committee reviews Reserve Bank proposals for foreign banks seeking operations in India

4. New labour codes set to extend minimum wages and social security for gig workers nationwide

International News

1. Lai Ching-te vows defending sovereignty as China military drills raise regional tensions ahead of 2026 challenges for Taiwan

2. Ukraine intelligence flags possible false flag risk as factor affecting US mediated peace talks, Politico reports Friday globally

Sports News

1. International Olympic Committee bars Russian athletes from representing nation at Milano Cortina Winter Olympics despite Ukraine peace talks

2. Mumbai Indians unveil WPL 2026 jersey inspired by city culture following 2025 championship victory today officially franchise release

Business News

1. Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales rise 26 percent in December driven by GST rationalisation discounts and advance purchases

2. India dealmaking records three year high in 2025 as total value jumps 91 percent

1. Statistics Ministry releases first Know Your Survey guide to improve transparency and public engagement nationwide in data systems.
The Ministry launched a reader-friendly guide explaining survey processes. It targets governments, researchers, industry, and citizens. The National Statistics Office said it strengthens data awareness, trust, and informed policymaking nationwide.

2. India ranks eighth globally in WHO pharmacovigilance as J P Nadda releases Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026 in New Delhi.
Nadda said India rose from 123rd to eighth globally. Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026 adds 121 monographs, totaling 3,340. Twenty blood component monographs support research in transfusion, thalassemia, hemophilia, and anaemia care.

3. Inter-Departmental Committee led by DFS Secretary M Nagaraju reviews Reserve Bank of India proposals for foreign banks operations in India opening.
The IDC meeting examined Reserve Bank proposals. It covered foreign banks seeking branches, representative offices, or subsidiaries. After deliberations, the committee recommended proposals, according to an press statement released Friday.

4. New labour codes promise minimum wages and social security benefits for gig and platform workers nationwide from April
Labour Ministry issued draft rules under four labour codes. Gig workers get wages, health, safety, social security. Feedback invited. Nationwide rollout planned from April 1, following December 30, 2025 notification.

5. S Jaishankar says India will exercise self defence rights against terrorism while addressing Shaastra 2026 at IIT Madras Chennai.
Speaking in Chennai, the minister said India alone decides its defence. He outlined neighbourhood policy, stating cross border terrorism erodes trust, cancels cooperation, and nullifies benefits like water sharing arrangements.

6. India AI Impact Summit 2026 to shape Global South artificial intelligence agenda through inclusive development leadership and cooperation
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 will be held February 19–20 in New Delhi. It aims to guide economies by promoting people centric AI, inclusive growth, social development, and sustainability.

1. Narendra Modi praises Ahmedabad International Flower Show 2026 highlighting creativity sustainability and community participation in city’s vibrant spirit
Modi responded to Bhupendra Patel’s X post Friday praising the show. He called it enchanting, cited sustainability, creativity, community participation, and noted its growth in scale and imagination over years.

2. Gujarat accelerates Tier two and Tier three city development with five satellite towns planned by 2030 state plan
Bhupendra Patel government invited planners for master plans. Five towns targeted by 2030. Tenders seek consultants. Plans prepared within one year aim metropolitan infrastructure, easing pressure on major cities statewide.

3. Commission for Air Quality Management lifts Stage III GRAP measures across Delhi NCR as air quality improves from very poor category levels
Delhi AQI improved from 380 very poor Thursday to 236 poor Friday 4 pm. CAQM revoked Stage III GRAP actions immediately across NCR citing sustained improving air quality trends conditions.

4. Chhattisgarh launches Bhoramdev Corridor project under Swadesh Darshan 2.0 with 146 crore rupees investment
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai and Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat laid foundation at Bhoramdev Dham, Kabirdham. Project mirrors Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and aims to boost tourism and cultural infrastructure.

1. Lai Ching-te vows defending sovereignty as China military drills raise regional tensions ahead of 2026 challenges
Speaking after Chinese rocket drills, Lai said Taiwan will strengthen defence. He said 2026 is critical. Taiwan will prepare for worst while seeking peace, urging resolve to protect sovereignty nationwide.

2. India expresses grief over fire explosion in Crans-Montana Switzerland, offers solidarity with people and government during difficult time
Indian Embassy in Switzerland said India stands with the Swiss Government and people. Message followed deadly blaze in Crans-Montana resort. Authorities investigate incident as identification continues after New Year fire tragedy.

3. Ali Larijani warns US interference in Iran protests could destabilise region amid tensions with Washington
Larijani responded to remarks by Donald Trump. He accused the United States and Israel of fuelling protests. Iranian officials said external interference risks wider regional instability.

4. Ukraine intelligence flags possible false flag risk as factor affecting US mediated peace talks, Politico reports Friday globally
Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine said Russia may plan staged incident. Assessment notes potential impact on US led peace talks. Kyiv cited disputed drone claims involving Vladimir Putin residence, according to Politico.

1. International Olympic Committee says Russian athletes cannot represent country at Milano Cortina Olympics even if Ukraine peace deal is reached
IOC President Kirsty Coventry said Russian athletes will compete only as individuals at February Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Decision remains unchanged despite any Ukraine peace deal, according to interview published Friday.

2. Mumbai Indians unveil WPL 2026 jersey inspired by city culture after winning 2025 championship title today officially release
Champions of 2025 Mumbai Indians launched WPL 2026 jersey. Team said design reflects Mumbai city and people. Franchise continues tradition of local inspiration, according to official release issued today statement.

3. Sjoerd Marijne reappointed Indian women’s hockey chief coach returning after Tokyo Olympics fourth place finish historic campaign again
Fifty one year old Marijne coached India from 2017 to 2021. He returns after Tokyo fourth place. Hockey India named Matias Vila analytical coach supporting the women’s team setup nationally.

4. India Youth Sailing Championship 2026 begins January four at Chennai Port with 117 sailors from 13 nations
The championship will run January four to ten 2026 at Chennai Port. It promotes youth sailing globally through competition. One hundred seventeen sailors from 13 nations race five classes there.

1. Domestic passenger vehicle wholesales rise 26 percent in December driven by GST rationalisation discounts and advance buying trends
PV wholesales reached 4.05 lakh units in December. Year on year growth stood at 26.2 percent. Calendar year 2025 sales rose 5.7 percent to record 4.55 million units nationwide overall.

2. India dealmaking hits three year high as 2025 value jumps 91 percent to 157.9 billion dollars market levels
India’s deal value reached 157.9 billion dollars in 2025. Growth came from spin offs buybacks consolidation and cross border interest. Industrials energy financials and technology contributed 70.5 percent, LSEG reported.

3. India seeks weekly disclosure of Russian and US oil purchases amid trade deal talks with Washington
India asked refiners for weekly oil import data. Russian crude imports may fall below one million barrels daily. Move aligns with trade negotiations with United States amid sanctions pressure after Ukraine war.

4. Six banks report double digit loan growth in Q3 FY26 as deposits also rise year on year nationwide
Punjab National Bank advances rose 10.15 percent to 11.68 trillion rupees. Bank of India grew 15.07 percent. UCO Bank advances increased 17.5 percent to 2.15 trillion during Q3 FY26 with strong deposit growth.

1. NCERT likely to receive deemed university status by January 2026 after two years of proposal
Education ministry officials said groundwork is complete. Final approval may come within 15 to 20 days after talks with University Grants Commission. Status was announced in 2023 by Dharmendra Pradhan.

2. IIT Guwahati postpones GATE 2026 admit card release, revised date to be announced soon for registered engineering candidates
The institute delayed admit card release from January 2. Registered candidates will download GATE 2026 hall tickets via GOAPS portal. IIT Guwahati said revised date will be announced on website.

1. Dry weather continues during Chillai Kalan across Jammu and Kashmir with limited snowfall forecast ahead over coming days
Met officials said Chillai Kalan since December 21 stayed mostly dry. Light snow fell in north Kashmir earlier. Partly cloudy weather continues January 3 to 13, with snowfall January 6.

2. Britain records hottest sunniest year in 2025 as Met Office confirms record temperatures after surpassing 2022 benchmark levels
Met Office said Britain’s average temperature reached 10.09 degrees Celsius in 2025. It beat 2022’s 10.03 degrees. Only second year since 1884 exceeded 10 degrees due to warm seas pressures.