School Assembly News Headlines: 5 February 2026

National News

1. India Joins BRICS Industrial Competencies Centre to Support Manufacturing and MSMEs Across Member Countries Through Integrated Capacity Building

2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Malaysia in February 2026 to Strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Economic Cooperation

3. Rahul Gandhi Raises Questions in Parliament on Government Response During Ladakh Standoff with Reference to Former Army Chief

4. Government Deactivates Over 2.5 Crore Aadhaar Numbers of Deceased Persons to Prevent Identity Fraud Nationwide Across India Parliament

International News

1. World Bank Approves $830 Million Loan to Upgrade India’s Skill Training Institutes and Improve Youth Employability Nationwide

2. Sri Lanka Celebrates 78th National Day with Parade in Colombo, President Calls for Unity and Education Reforms Nationwide

Sports News 

1. Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Set to Open with Grand Ceremony Featuring Global Athletes and Cultural Celebrations Worldwide Audience

2. 2. Pakistan Announces 15-Member Squad for T20 World Cup 2026 Led by Salman Ali Agha Ahead of February Tournament

Business News

1. Indian IT Stocks Slide as Global Tech Selloff Drags Sensex Lower and Pressures Nifty IT Index Today Market

2. RBI Monetary Policy Committee Likely to Hold Rates Steady as India US Deal Improves Growth Outlook This Year

1. India Joins BRICS Industrial Competencies Centre to Support Manufacturing and MSMEs Across Member Countries with Integrated Services Expansion
India has joined the BCIC to strengthen manufacturing and MSMEs, with the National Productivity Council leading capacity building, productivity improvement, and advanced manufacturing adoption across BRICS nations through institutional collaboration.

2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Malaysia in February 2026 to Strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Economic Cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Malaysia on 7–8 February 2026. He will hold bilateral talks, engage with the Indian community, meet business leaders, and attend the 10th India-Malaysia CEO Forum.

3. Rahul Gandhi Raises Questions in Parliament on Government Response During Ladakh Standoff, Refers to Former Army Chief’s Account
Rahul Gandhi spoke in Parliament about the Ladakh situation. He referred to observations from former Army Chief MM Naravane while discussing the government’s approach during the standoff with China region.

4. Government Deactivates Over 2.5 Crore Aadhaar Numbers of Deceased Persons to Prevent Identity Fraud Nationwide Across India Parliament
Jitin Prasada informed Parliament that over 2.5 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased persons have been deactivated nationwide. The move aims to prevent identity fraud and misuse across government welfare systems nationwide India.

1. Ladakh Leaders to Meet Centre’s High-Powered Committee in Delhi to Discuss Statehood, Sixth Schedule, Key Demands
Leaders from Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance will meet the Centre’s High-Powered Committee in New Delhi. Talks will focus on statehood, Sixth Schedule inclusion, and related concerns.

2. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to Appear Before Supreme Court Regarding SIR Process in State
Mamata Banerjee will appear before the Supreme Court today in connection with her petition on the Special Intensive Revision process. The matter is listed before a bench led by CJI Surya Kant.

3. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Welcomes Higher Central Devolution Allocation in Union Budget for State Growth
Himanta Biswa Sarma thanked Narendra Modi and the Centre for increasing Assam’s central devolution to Rs 49,725 crore. He said the allocation supports development goals under the Viksit Bharat vision.

4. President Droupadi Murmu Revokes President’s Rule in Manipur with Immediate Effect After One Year
Droupadi Murmu has revoked President’s Rule in Manipur with effect from today. The Home Ministry issued a gazette notification confirming withdrawal of the proclamation under Article 356 of the Constitution.

1. World Bank Approves $830 Million Loan to Upgrade India’s Skill Training Institutes and Improve Youth Employability
World Bank approved an $830 million loan to modernise India’s skill training institutes. The funding aims to reduce skill gaps, strengthen ITIs, and improve job readiness among Indian youth nationwide.

2. White House Welcomes New Trade Agreement with India Highlighting Investment Commitments and Energy Cooperation Progress
White House said India has agreed to major trade commitments, including $500 billion investments in US sectors. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared details following discussions with Narendra Modi.

3. Sri Lanka Celebrates 78th National Day with Parade in Colombo, President Calls for Unity and Education Reforms Nationwide
Sri Lanka marked its 78th National Day at Independence Square in Colombo. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake urged unity, education reforms, inclusion, and rejection of racism to build an inclusive country.

4. India Gains Strategic Trade Momentum with EU Agreement and Revised US Terms Strengthening Economic Engagement with West
India secured a Free Trade Agreement with the European Union and revised trade terms with the United States. The developments strengthen India’s role in global supply chains under the China Plus One strategy.

1. Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Set to Open with Grand Ceremony Featuring Global Athletes and Cultural Celebrations
2026 Winter Olympics will open in Milan-Cortina, Italy, bringing together 2,900 athletes worldwide. The ceremony includes the Parade of Nations, cauldron lighting, and cultural performances across co-host cities.

2. MS Dhoni Supports Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s Continued ODI Careers Ahead of 2027 World Cup
MS Dhoni backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for 2027 ODI World Cup. He said fitness and performance matter more than age.

3. Pakistan Announces 15-Member Squad for T20 World Cup 2026 Led by Salman Ali Agha
Pakistan cricket team named a 15-member squad for the T20 World Cup 2026. Led by Salman Ali Agha, the team blends young batters with experienced bowlers for subcontinent conditions.

4. Oman All-Rounder Mohammad Nadeem Focuses on Smart Preparation for Final T20 World Cup Appearance
Mohammad Nadeem said smart preparation will be key in his final T20 World Cup at age 43. The Oman all-rounder highlighted recovery and fitness ahead of the tournament starting February 7.