School Assembly News Headlines: 30 May 2025

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1. Sikkim Emerges as Development Model, PM Modi Inaugurates ₹1,010 Crore Gas Project in West Bengal
Prime Minister Modi highlighted Sikkim’s development and cultural heritage. He launched a ₹1,010 crore gas project in Alipurduar to enhance energy infrastructure and regional connectivity in West Bengal.

2. People of PoK Are Family, Will Join India’s Mainstream Voluntarily, Says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said PoK residents are part of India. He stressed that talks with Pakistan will only address terrorism and reintegration of PoK into India’s mainstream.

3. Shashi Tharoor Defends Remarks Praising Surgical Strikes, Says Critics Twisted His Statement
Shashi Tharoor clarified his praise was for recent retaliatory anti-terror strikes. He said critics distorted his words and denied referring to past military operations or political motivations.

4. Jaishankar Pays Tribute to UN Peacekeepers on International Day, Praises Their Bravery and Service
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar honoured UN peacekeepers for their dedication. He acknowledged their role in maintaining peace, ensuring global stability, and protecting civilians in conflict-affected areas worldwide.

5. RBI Net Income Rises 27.5 Percent to ₹2.69 Trillion, Boosted by Forex Transactions and Foreign Securities
The RBI’s income rose sharply in 2024-25, driven by foreign exchange gains and higher interest earnings on foreign securities, reflecting strong fiscal management and global investment strategy.

6. Centre Notifies Appointment of Three Judges to Supreme Court, Raising Total Strength to Full Sanctioned Capacity of 34 Judges
The President approved the collegium’s recommendations. Justices Anjaria, Bishnoi, and Chandurkar are set to join the Supreme Court. They will be sworn in by CJI Gavai on Friday morning.

7. PM Modi Emphasises Bengal’s Key Role in Developed India Vision, Inaugurates Key Infrastructure and Energy Projects in State
PM Modi highlighted Bengal’s vital role in India’s development. He inaugurated projects, including city gas distribution, stressing affordable, clean energy and doorstep delivery of schemes as central government priorities.

8. Home Ministry to Confer Honorary Rank on Retiring CAPF and Assam Rifles Personnel Meeting Promotion and Service Criteria
CAPF and Assam Rifles personnel below officer rank will receive an honorary rank on retirement. Eligibility requires meeting promotion standards and maintaining a clean service record at the time of retirement.

9. President Droupadi Murmu Inaugurates Literary Conference Celebrating Indian Languages and Literature at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre
President Murmu praised India’s linguistic diversity at the Literary Conference. Organised by the Ministry of Culture and Sahitya Akademi, the event features sessions on poetry, feminist literature, and global literary trends.

10. India to Roll Out First Indigenous Semiconductor Chip of 28-90 nm Technology in 2024, Says Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced India’s first semiconductor chip will launch this year. Targeting 60% market volume, six manufacturing units are under construction. Chip production began in 2022 using a focused approach.

1. Allahabad High Court Bar Backs Justice Verma’s Impeachment, Says Move Will Strengthen Public Faith in Judiciary
The Bar Association supported the Centre’s reported impeachment move, stating it would uphold judicial integrity and restore public trust by addressing corruption concerns within the judicial system.

2. J&K Assembly Forms Nine House Committees, NC-Led Alliance to Chair Six, Opposition Gets Three
The J&K Assembly Speaker constituted nine committees. The NC-led alliance secured six chairmanships, while opposition parties received three, ensuring balanced representation and functioning under established legislative procedures.

3. Assam CM Clarifies Arms Licence Policy Not Applicable to Border Areas Near Arunachal, Mizoram, Nagaland and Meghalaya
CM Himanta Biswa Sarma stated the new arms licence policy excludes Assam’s border areas. He emphasized that inter-state border issues should be settled peacefully through mutual trust and understanding.

4. NFR Completes Girder Launch on World’s Tallest Railway Pier Bridge, Noney Bridge, in Major Boost to Manipur Connectivity
The Northeast Frontier Railway achieved a key milestone by completing the final span of Noney Bridge. This bridge is part of the 111 km Jiribam-Imphal railway project in Manipur.

5. VKSA Awareness Campaign Flagged Off in Kargil to Educate 25,000 Farmers on Pro-Kharif Agricultural Practices
The VKSA Bus campaign began in Kargil, organized by KVK1. Running from May 29 to June 12, it aims to reach 25,000 farmers across all blocks with agricultural awareness.

1. Elon Musk Steps Down from White House Role, Ends Involvement in Government Efficiency Department
Elon Musk resigned from his advisory role under President Trump. He ended his work with the Department of Government Efficiency to focus fully on his companies, SpaceX and Tesla.

2. US Court Blocks Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs, Says President Exceeded Legal Authority
A US trade court blocked Trump’s broad import tariffs, ruling he exceeded legal authority under emergency powers that are restricted to addressing genuine national emergencies, not trade imbalances.

3. Poland’s Presidential Run-Off Features Tight Race Between Liberal Mayor and Nationalist Conservative Supported by Trump
Poland faces a close presidential election between pro-European liberal Rafał Trzaskowski and nationalist Karol Nawrocki. Trump backs Nawrocki, promising stronger military ties if he wins the Sunday run-off vote.

4. Israel Announces 22 New Settlements in West Bank, Including Legalisation of Unauthorised Outposts, Amid International Criticism
Israel plans to establish 22 Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank. This includes legalising unauthorised outposts. Most of the international community considers such settlements illegal and harmful to peace efforts.

5. U.S. Court Blocks Trump’s Global Trade Tariffs, Ruling He Overstepped Authority Using Emergency Powers
The Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump exceeded his powers by imposing broad tariffs. It emphasised that regulating foreign commerce is a constitutional power reserved for Congress.

1. Satwiksairaj and Chirag Enter Singapore Open 2025 Quarters. H.S. Prannoy Crashes Out in Second Round.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won a tough match to reach the quarterfinals. H.S. Prannoy lost in straight games to Christo Popov. His campaign ended early.

2. Indian Men’s Hockey Team Leaves for European FIH Pro League Leg. Eyes Strong Performance Against Top Teams.
The Indian men’s hockey team departed for Europe to play FIH Pro League matches. The games will be held in the Netherlands and Belgium. The team aims to improve after mixed Bhubaneswar results.

3. Jyothi Yarraji and Avinash Sable Win Gold at Asian Athletics Championships, Breaking Records and Ending 36-Year Steeplechase Drought
At the 26th Asian Athletics Championships, Jyothi Yarraji set a new 100m hurdles record. Avinash Sable won steeplechase gold, India’s first in 36 years, with a season-best performance.

4. Ricky Ponting Credits Radical Auction and Uncapped Players for Punjab Kings’ IPL Turnaround and Play-Offs Return
Punjab Kings reached IPL play-offs for the first time since 2014. Coach Ponting praised their auction strategy and uncapped players, aiming for more than just topping the league this season.

5. Caruana Leads Norway Chess After Win; Gukesh and Wei Yi Also Score Key Victories Over Top Players
In Norway Chess, Fabiano Caruana took sole lead after beating Arjun Erigaisi. Gukesh defeated Hikaru Nakamura, and Wei Yi won against Magnus Carlsen in Armageddon, marking dramatic tournament moments.

1. IBBI to Create Common Panel of Insolvency Professionals to Speed Up Appointments
IBBI will prepare a common panel of insolvency professionals. This panel will be shared with NCLT. It aims to avoid delays in appointing resolution professionals and liquidators.

2. Record 23,700 Companies Registered in April, 50 Percent Higher Than Last Year, Says MCA
As per the records of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, the month of April registered over 23,700. This is 50 percent more than last year. Easier business rules and simpler registration likely boosted new company formations. Maharashtra leads in new registrations.

3. Supreme Court Admits Byju’s Promoters’ Cases Challenging Insolvency Proceedings; Next Hearing Scheduled for July 21
Byju’s lawyers contested NCLAT’s denial of insolvency withdrawal. Senior Counsel Venugopal cited a Rs 158 crore settlement with BCCI, paid before the Committee of Creditors was formed.

4. Fintech Unicorn Razorpay Shifts Domicile from US to India, Plans IPO by End of 2026
Razorpay will pay approximately $150 million in taxes after moving its domicile to India. The company aims to go public before the end of calendar year 2026, sources confirmed.

5. Banknotes to GDP Ratio Declines to 11.11% in FY25, Reflecting Growth of Digital Payments, RBI Report Says
RBI’s annual report shows banknotes in circulation grew 6% to Rs 36.88 lakh crore in FY25. However, the banknotes-to-GDP ratio fell from 11.5% in FY24 to 11.11%, highlighting digital payment adoption.

1. Rainfall Continues in Andhra Pradesh as Southwest Monsoon Spreads, Depression Likely in Bay of Bengal
Several parts of Andhra Pradesh are receiving rain. A low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is strengthening. It may turn into a depression within 24 hours. Heavy rains and strong winds expected.

2. Red Alert Issued for Nilgiris and Coimbatore Ghats Due to Heavy Rainfall and Landslides
A red alert covers Nilgiris and Coimbatore ghat regions for May 29 and 30. Continuous rain has caused landslides and roadblocks. A low-pressure system is expected to intensify into a depression soon.

3. IMD Issues Thunderstorm Alert for Delhi-NCR; Mumbai and Northeast India Brace for Continued Moderate to Heavy Rainfall
Delhi-NCR faces thunderstorms and gusty winds with an orange alert. Mumbai expects moderate rain. Northeast and South India prepare for heavy to very heavy showers driven by a low-pressure system.