School Assembly News Headlines: 30 August 2025 

National News

1. PM Modi in Tokyo for 15th India-Japan Summit, reviews bilateral ties and strategic partnership with PM Shigeru Ishiba.

2. Former RBI Governor Urjit Patel appointed IMF Executive Director for three years, approved by Cabinet Committee on August 28.

3. School enrolment drops 11 lakh for third consecutive year; government schools decline while private school enrolment rises in 2024-25.

4. PM Modi meets Japanese Speaker Fukushiro and MPs, discusses India-Japan relations, parliamentary cooperation, economy, AI, health, and cultural exchanges.

International News

1. Thailand’s Constitutional Court removes PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over ethical misconduct, fifth PM ousted since 2008, raising political uncertainty.

2. Nepal reports over 600 cholera cases and three deaths in Birgunj and nearby Madhesh Province districts, outbreak confirmed.

Sports News 

1. Roger Binny resigns as BCCI president; Vice-president Rajeev Shukla assumes role of acting chief until elections.

2. Pulwama in South Kashmir witnesses floodlit night cricket matches as Royal Premier League T20 brings energy and excitement.

Business News

1. Reliance launches subsidiary Reliance Intelligence to strengthen India’s AI capabilities with green-powered gigawatt-scale data centres in Jamnagar.

2. PM Modi’s announced GST tax cuts on household and aspirational goods may face delays as opposition states seek compensation.

1. PM Modi visits Tokyo for 15th India-Japan Annual Summit, discussing bilateral ties and strategic partnership progress.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tokyo for a two-day visit. He will meet Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba to review India-Japan relations and plan the next phase of strategic cooperation.

2. Ex-RBI Governor Urjit Patel appointed as IMF Executive Director for three years, approved by Cabinet Committee.
Urjit Patel, former RBI Governor, has been appointed Executive Director of the IMF for three years. The Cabinet Committee on Appointments officially approved his new international role on August 28.

3. School enrolment falls for third year, dropping 11 lakh; private school enrolment rises, government schools see decline.
UDISE+ data shows school enrolment dropped to 24.69 crore in 2024-25 from 24.80 crore in 2023-24. Government and government-aided schools saw the decline, while private schools recorded increased enrolment.

4. PM Modi meets Japanese Speaker Fukushiro, MPs; discusses India-Japan friendship, parliamentary exchanges, economy, health, AI, and cultural cooperation.
On his Japan visit, PM Modi met Speaker Nukaga Fukushiro and Japanese MPs. They discussed strong bilateral ties, parliamentary cooperation, cultural exchanges, economy, health, mobility partnership, AI, and science-technology collaboration.

5. White House adviser Navarro accuses India of becoming ‘oil money laundromat for Kremlin,’ questions strategic partnership with U.S.
Peter Navarro, U.S. trade adviser, criticized India on social media, claiming it facilitates Russian oil money. He stated India must act responsibly to be considered a true strategic partner of America.

6. Opposition-ruled states warn GST rate changes may cause ₹1.5–2 lakh crore revenue loss, seek compensation.
Finance ministers of eight opposition-ruled states raised concerns over the Centre’s GST rate revision. They warned of a ₹1.5–2 lakh crore revenue loss and plan to propose compensation at the GST Council.

1. Maratha quota leader Manoj Jarange begins indefinite hunger strike in Mumbai, demanding 10% OBC reservation for community.
Manoj Jarange started an indefinite hunger strike at Azad Maidan, Mumbai, demanding a 10% Maratha quota under OBC. Thousands of supporters joined him after his march from Jalna district.

2. Gujarat secures ₹86,418 crore MSME investments, creates 3.98 lakh jobs, supports entrepreneurs with ₹7,300 crore aid.
Over five years, Gujarat attracted ₹86,418 crore in MSME investments and generated 3.98 lakh jobs. The government provided ₹7,300 crore to entrepreneurs and launched programs for skills, finance, and marketing support.

3. Bihar approves ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana,’ offering ₹10,000 financial aid to women for self-employment.
Bihar government launched the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana to provide employment opportunities for women. Each selected woman will receive ₹10,000 to start a business or occupation of her choice.

4. Union Minister Scindia urges youth at IIIT Delhi Tech Fest to make India a Vishwaguru, honoring knowledge legacy.
Jyotiraditya Scindia addressed IIIT Delhi’s Tech Fest, inspiring youth to lead India’s progress. He highlighted India’s rich knowledge heritage, from Nalanda and Takshila to innovations in zero, medicine, and science.

1. Thailand’s court removes PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over ethical misconduct, triggering political uncertainty and possible snap elections.
Thailand’s Constitutional Court ousted PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra for ethical misconduct in a call with Cambodia’s former leader Hun Sen. She becomes the fifth Thai PM removed by judges since 2008, raising political uncertainty.

2. Nepal reports over 600 cholera cases, three deaths, mainly in Birgunj and nearby districts of Madhesh Province.
Nepal faces a cholera outbreak confirmed by the National Public Health Laboratory. Over 600 infections and three deaths have occurred in Birgunj, Parsa, and Bara districts, caused by Vibrio cholerae O1 Ogawa.

3. Bangladesh engineering students continue university shutdown following clashes; BUET postpones undergraduate exams from August 30 to September 18.
The Engineers Rights Movement announced an ongoing shutdown at all universities in Bangladesh after clashes with law enforcement. BUET has postponed undergraduate exams to September 18 as protests continue across campuses.

4. Jim O’Neill appointed CDC director, replacing Susan Monarez amid controversy over alleged unscientific directives by Health Secretary.
The White House named Jim O’Neill as the new CDC director, succeeding Susan Monarez, who was removed after a month. Monarez’s lawyers claim her removal was illegal and politically motivated.

1. Roger Binny steps down as BCCI president; Rajeev Shukla takes charge as acting chief until elections.
Roger Binny is no longer BCCI president. Vice-president Rajeev Shukla has assumed the role of acting chief following the Apex Council meeting and will serve until the next elections are held.

2. Pulwama in South Kashmir hosts floodlit night cricket matches, bringing energy and excitement to the region.
The Royal Premier League Pulwama, a day-night T20 cricket tournament, has transformed the region. Once marked by curfews and patrols, Pulwama now enjoys lively matches continuing past midnight, inspiring local communities.

3. PV Sindhu defeats China’s world No. 2 at World Championships, aiming for sixth career medal with strong performance.
Despite a challenging season, PV Sindhu showcased power and aggression to beat China’s world No. 2 at the World Championships. She is now one win away from a historic sixth medal.

4. India takes 4-3 lead over China in Asia Cup 2025 Pool A hockey match at Rajgir, Harmanpreet shines.
In a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 Pool A match at Rajgir, India regained the lead against China 4-3. Harmanpreet Singh scored a hattrick despite missing a penalty stroke, keeping the game intense.

1. Reliance launches new subsidiary, Reliance Intelligence, to boost India’s AI capabilities with green-powered data centres.
Reliance Industries created Reliance Intelligence to advance India’s AI ecosystem. It will develop gigawatt-scale, green-powered data centres in Jamnagar for AI training and infrastructure, aiming to position India as a global leader.

2. Modi’s announced GST tax cuts may face delays as opposition-ruled states demand compensation for potential revenue losses.
Prime Minister Modi proposed GST reductions on household and aspirational goods. Opposition-led states are seeking compensation, potentially delaying implementation. Economists see the cuts as support against expected economic effects of US tariffs.

3. India keeps communication open with US, has no immediate plan to retaliate against Trump’s 50% tariffs.
India and the US maintain informal talks despite President Trump’s 50% tariffs. New Delhi has no immediate retaliation plans, continuing discussions on trade, defense, and foreign policy issues through private channels.

4. India’s fiscal deficit rises to ₹4.68 lakh crore for April–July, reaching 29.9% of annual budget estimates.
Government data shows India’s fiscal deficit widened to ₹4.68 lakh crore in the first four months, up from 17.2% last year. Total receipts were ₹10.95 lakh crore, expenditure ₹15.63 lakh crore.

1. Heavy rainfall in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, causes debris-related injuries, two missing, and animals trapped; rescue operations underway.
Continuous rain in Mopata village, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, led to two missing, two injured, and 15–20 animals trapped. Local authorities are conducting relief and rescue operations to assist affected families.

2. Torrential rains in Telangana flood several districts, disrupting life; 1,440 people rescued by Army, NDRF, and SDRF teams.
Heavy rains in Kamareddy, Nirmal, Medak, and Nizamabad districts of Telangana caused widespread flooding. Indian Army, NDRF, SDRF, and fire services rescued 1,440 residents from submerged villages and residential areas.