School Assembly News Headlines: 31 October 2025 

National News

1. Justice Surya Kant to Take Oath as 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, Succeeding Justice Gavai

2. Andhra Pradesh Incurred Rs 5,265 Crore Loss from Cyclone Montha; R&B Department Reported Maximum Damage, Says CM Naidu

3. CBSE Announces 2026 Board Exam Dates; Class 10 from February 17 to March 10, Class 12 till April 9

4. Education Ministry to Launch AI and Computational Thinking Curriculum from Class 3 in 2026-27 under NEP 2020

International News

1. Lahore’s Air Quality Deteriorates to Hazardous Level of 435; Authorities Advise Residents to Stay Indoors Amid Smog

2. Global Crude Oil Prices Fall Amid US-China Trade Uncertainty; Brent Slips to $64.51, WTI Drops to $60.13

Sports News 

1. Phoebe Litchfield’s Century Leads Australia to Record 338 in Women’s World Cup Semi-Final Win Over India

2. Abhishek Nayar Appointed Kolkata Knight Riders Head Coach for IPL 2026, Replacing Former Coach Chandu Pandit

Business News

PFRDA Chief S Ramann Stresses Expanding Pension Coverage, Enhancing Financial Literacy, and Reviewing Tax Incentives Under New Regime

Swiggy Board to Review Rs 10,000 Crore Fundraising Proposal via Qualified Institutional Placement on November 7

1. Justice Surya Kant Appointed as 53rd Chief Justice of India, to Assume Office on November 24 After Justice Gavai
Justice Surya Kant has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. The Union Law Ministry issued the official notification. He will take charge on November 24, succeeding Justice Bhushan R. Gavai.

2. Andhra Pradesh Faces Rs 5,265 Crore Loss Due to Cyclone Montha, Says Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced that Andhra Pradesh incurred losses of Rs 5,265 crore due to Cyclone Montha. He said the Roads and Buildings Department alone suffered Rs 2,079 crore in damage.

3. CBSE Releases 2026 Board Exam Schedule; Class 10 from February 17 to March 10, Class 12 till April 9
The CBSE announced the 2026 board exam timetable for Classes 10 and 12. Exams begin February 17, with Class 10 ending March 10 and Class 12 continuing till April 9 at 10:30 a.m.

3. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Begins Four-Day Bhutan Visit to Strengthen Economic and Financial Cooperation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman commenced a four-day visit to Bhutan from October 30 to November 2, 2025. The visit aims to deepen economic ties. She began her trip at Sangchen Choekhor Monastery.

4. India Assessing Impact of US Sanctions on Russian Oil Majors Rosneft and Lukoil, Says External Affairs Ministry
India said it is evaluating the effects of recent US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil. The External Affairs Ministry emphasised that energy purchases prioritise affordability, security, and stability for 1.4 billion citizens.

5. Education Ministry to Introduce AI and Computational Thinking Curriculum from Class 3 Under NEP 2020 Framework
The Education Ministry announced an AI and Computational Thinking curriculum for Classes 3 and above from 2026-27. Developed by an expert panel, the initiative promotes ethical technology use and 21st-century skills.

1. Cyclone Montha Weakens into Low-Pressure Area, IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Parts of West Bengal
The India Meteorological Department reported that Cyclone Montha has weakened into a low-pressure area. Heavy rainfall is expected in several West Bengal districts till Saturday as the system moves northward.

2. Indian Railways Announces 95 Festival Special Trains from Bihar to Various Destinations Across the Country
East Central Railway (ECR) announced 95 festival special trains from Bihar to different destinations nationwide. The move aims to manage increased passenger traffic during the festive season and ensure smoother travel.

3. Campaigning Intensifies in Bihar as NDA and Mahagathbandhan Leaders Hold Multiple Rallies Ahead of Assembly Elections
Ahead of the first phase of Bihar Assembly elections, campaigning has intensified. Senior leaders and star campaigners from NDA, Mahagathbandhan, and other parties addressed rallies to mobilise support for their candidates.

4. Cyclone Montha Devastates Telangana, Damaging Thousands of Acres of Paddy and Cotton Crops Across Key Districts
Cyclone Montha caused severe crop losses in Telangana, with heavy rainfall between 10–40 cm flattening paddy fields. Warangal, Khammam, and Nalgonda districts were worst hit, affecting cotton and chilli farmers.

1. Lahore Chokes Under Hazardous Smog as AQI Hits 435, Doctors Urge Residents to Stay Indoors
A dense toxic smog covered Lahore with the AQI reaching 435, marking hazardous pollution levels. Authorities and doctors advised residents to remain indoors to avoid severe health risks.

2. Global Crude Prices Decline as US-China Talks Signal Economic Uncertainty; Brent at $64.51, WTI at $60.13
Global crude oil prices fell as markets reacted to US-China trade discussions, reflecting concerns over demand recovery. Brent Crude slipped 0.6% to $64.51, while WTI Crude dropped to $60.13 per barrel.

3. Pakistan’s Dengue Outbreak Turns Deadly with 16 Deaths in Hyderabad; Activists Blame Sindh Government for Negligence
A severe dengue outbreak in Pakistan has claimed 16 lives in Hyderabad. Activists accused the Sindh government of negligence, demanding a health emergency, free testing, and a dedicated dengue task force.

4. Trump Announces Tariff Reductions on China After Meeting Xi Jinping; Says Soybean Trade and Rare Earth Issues Resolved
US President Donald Trump said tariffs on China will drop to 47% from 57%. Following talks with Xi Jinping, he confirmed renewed soybean imports and resolution of rare earth export issues.

5. Pakistan Faces Rising Inflation as Afghanistan Border Clashes Halt Food Trade, Disrupting Supplies in Rawalpindi and Islamabad
Inflation has surged in Pakistan as border tensions with Afghanistan halted food trade for two weeks. Clashes following Pakistan’s cross-border operations disrupted imports and exports after reconciliation talks in Turkey collapsed.

1. Phoebe Litchfield’s 119 Powers Australia to Record 338 Against India in Women’s World Cup Semi-Final
Australia posted a record 338 all out in the Women’s World Cup semi-final, led by Phoebe Litchfield’s brilliant 119 off 93 balls. The total surpassed South Africa’s 319 against England.

2. Abhishek Nayar Appointed Head Coach of Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2026 After Chandu Pandit’s Exit
Kolkata Knight Riders named Abhishek Nayar as head coach for IPL 2026. The decision follows Chandu Pandit’s departure after a poor season. Pandit earlier guided KKR to the 2024 title.

3. Magnus Carlsen Wins Clutch Chess Champions Showdown in Saint Louis with Dominant Final-Day Performance
Magnus Carlsen clinched the Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown title in Saint Louis with 25½ points. He secured victory with two games remaining, finishing ahead of Fabiano Caruana, Hikaru Nakamura, and Gukesh Dommaraju.

1. PFRDA Chief S Ramann Urges Wider Pension Coverage, Better Financial Literacy, and Review of Tax Incentives
PFRDA Chairperson S Ramann emphasised expanding pension coverage beyond government employees and improving financial literacy. Speaking at the BFSI Insight Summit 2025, he noted NPS’s 9.2% average annual return over 15 years.

2. Swiggy Board to Meet on November 7 to Consider Rs 10,000 Crore Fundraise Through Qualified Institutional Placement
Swiggy announced a board meeting on November 7 to discuss raising Rs 10,000 crore via QIP. The company cited market competitiveness and said its balance sheet remains strong after the Rapido divestment.

3. Cipla Appoints Achin Gupta as Managing Director and Global CEO Effective April 2026, Succeeding Umang Vohra
Cipla announced the elevation of Achin Gupta as Managing Director and Global CEO from April 1, 2026. Gupta, currently Global COO, will succeed Umang Vohra, who has led since 2016.

4. Sebi Issues Guidelines for Derivatives on Non-Benchmark Indices; Bankex and FinNifty Changes by December 2025
Sebi released new guidelines for exchanges on eligibility criteria for derivatives on non-benchmark indices. Bankex and FinNifty adjustments must finish by December 2025, while BankNifty rebalancing concludes by March 2026.