School Assembly News Headlines: 3 October 2025

National News

1. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat urges India to reduce global dependence, criticises US tariffs during centenary Vijayadashami address.

2. PM Modi pays tribute to Gandhi and Shastri, promotes non-violence, ethical leadership, and Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.

3. Veteran Hindustani classical singer Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, Padma Bhushan awardee, passes away at 89, leaving cultural legacy.

4. India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement takes effect, expected to boost $100 billion investment and create one million jobs.

International News

1. Youth-led Gen Z protests in Morocco continue, advocating for improved public services and community development projects.

2. 5.0-magnitude earthquake lightly shakes Istanbul; residents safely evacuate as authorities monitor Marmara Sea faultline.

Sports News 

1. Lionel Messi confirms India GOAT Tour 2025 participation, excited to engage fans and inspire a new football generation.

2. India U19 dominates Australia U19 by an innings and 58 runs in first Youth Test match victory.

Business News

1. Google updates AI search feature; some queries display “AI Overview not available,” prompting review of search responses.

2. India proposes Rs 20,000 crore risk guarantee fund to encourage private investment and boost infrastructure development.

1. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Vijayadashami address highlights India’s need to reduce global dependence amid US tariffs.
Mohan Bhagwat, addressing RSS centenary celebrations, emphasised India should reduce reliance on the global economic system. He critiqued US tariffs and encouraged a self-reliant approach to national growth and development.

2. PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversary, promoting Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Prime Minister Modi visited Raj Ghat to honour Gandhi and Shastri, reaffirming India’s commitment to non-violence, ethical leadership, and self-reliance while inspiring citizens toward a developed, responsible nation.

3. Veteran classical singer Pandit Chhannulal Mishra passes away at 89, renowned for Kirana Gharana music.
Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, Padma Bhushan awardee and celebrated Hindustani classical singer, passed away in Mirzapur at 89. He popularised classical and devotional music, leaving a lasting cultural legacy.

4. India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement comes into effect, expected to boost $100 billion investment.
The India-EFTA TEPA agreement, effective October 1, aims to simplify trade and investment with Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, creating one million jobs and strengthening economic ties.

5.  India condemns Pakistan’s human rights hypocrisy at UNHRC, highlighting persecution of minorities and fabricated allegations.
At the 60th UNHRC session, India criticised Pakistan for misusing the forum, urging it to address state-sponsored persecution and discrimination against minorities instead of spreading false propaganda internationally.

1. Security heightened in Bareilly ahead of Dussehra, internet services suspended for 48 hours for safety measures.
Bareilly division in Uttar Pradesh increased police, PAC, and RAF presence, deployed drones, and suspended mobile internet, broadband, and SMS from October 2-4 to ensure public safety during Dussehra celebrations.

2. Odisha’s Padma Shri awardee Gopinath Swain, 107, renowned for ‘Krishna Leela’ folk dance, passes away.
Gopinath Swain, celebrated Odisha folk artist and Padma Shri awardee, passed away at 107. He received the Sangeet Natak Academy award in 2023, leaving a rich cultural legacy.

3. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates Khadi exhibition at INA Delhi Haat, promoting local artisans and campaigns.
The Khadi Mahotsav exhibition showcases products from 18 states, supporting PM’s Vocal for Local and Har Ghar Swadeshi initiatives, boosting artisan income and promoting traditional Khadi craftsmanship across India.

4. Delhi records best average AQI of 164 from January to September 2025, improving air quality since 2018.
According to the Environment Ministry, Delhi’s air quality improved significantly in 2025, with an average AQI of 164, marking the best performance since 2018, excluding the 2020 COVID lockdown period.

1. 5.0-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul, Turkey; residents evacuate buildings amid tremors centered in Marmara Sea.
A moderate 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul near the Marmara Sea, causing buildings to shake and residents to rush outdoors. Authorities continue monitoring the faultline for safety and aftershocks.

2. Moroccan youth-led Gen Z movement campaigns for better public services and infrastructure, engaging communities across the country.
Police in Lqliaa, Morocco, opened fire to prevent protesters storming a station, resulting in two deaths. Demonstrations oppose FIFA World Cup stadium construction, with Gen Z organisers condemning violence.

3. South Korea emphasizes Asia’s joint response to changing trade order amid global economic uncertainties, says PM Kim.
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok highlighted Asian cooperation at a forum, noting that collaboration is vital as the region accounts for nearly half of global GDP amid economic challenges.

4. South Korea advances FTAs, trilateral talks with China-Japan, and considers joining Trans-Pacific Partnership, PM announces.
PM Kim outlined ongoing free trade negotiations with China, India, Vietnam, and plans to resume trilateral talks with Japan while reviewing participation in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for TPP.

1. Lionel Messi confirms participation in India GOAT Tour 2025, calling it an honour to revisit the country.
Messi expressed excitement to return to India, recalling his previous visit 14 years ago. He looks forward to engaging with fans and inspiring a new generation of football enthusiasts.

2. India U19 beats Australia U19 by an innings and 58 runs in first Youth Test.
Strong batting by Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Vedant Trivedi helped India U19 secure a dominant win. Australia U19 were bowled out for 127 in their second innings, conceding the match.

3. Grandmaster P Iniyan wins 62nd National Chess Championship, remaining unbeaten in Guntur with 7 wins, 4 draws.
P Iniyan of Tamil Nadu claimed the national chess title, earning ₹6 lakh. He edged out 15-year-old IM H. Goutham Krishna of Kerala through a better Buchholz score.

4. Australia beats New Zealand by 89 runs in ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 at Indore.
Defending champions Australia posted 326 runs, with Ashleigh Gardner scoring 115. Phoebe Litchfield added 45. New Zealand failed to chase, giving Australia a dominant victory in the second tournament match.

1. Google accused of hiding AI search results when users inquire about Donald Trump’s possible dementia.
Searches for does Trump show signs of dementia on Google return a message stating “An AI Overview is not available,” raising questions about transparency and potential bias in AI search results.

2. India plans Rs 20,000 crore risk guarantee fund to attract private investment in infrastructure projects.
The proposed fund, likely managed by NCGTC, will underwrite project risks, cover policy uncertainties, and enable lenders to provide larger loans, encouraging private sector investment in India’s infrastructure development.

3. GHCL seeks anti-dumping duties on soda ash imports as cheap Chinese shipments threaten domestic producers.
India’s second-largest soda ash producer, GHCL Ltd, requested protective measures due to rising imports, which have doubled to 25–26% and are pressuring local margins amid limited natural soda ash reserves.

4. RBI Governor Malhotra allows banks to choose business streams, removing regulatory curbs on group entity overlaps.
RBI’s new guidance permits banks to strategically allocate business streams among group entities. Private sector banks benefit, gaining flexibility to manage lending and other operations without previous regulatory restrictions.