School Assembly News Headlines: 5 May 2025

1. Former Supreme Court Judge Justice KM Joseph Supports SC’s Verdict on Timelines for Presidential Assent to State Bills
Justice KM Joseph praised the Supreme Court’s verdict. It set timelines for the President and Governors to act on State Bills. He emphasised its positive impact on democracy and federalism.

2. S Jaishankar Calls for Justice in Pahalgam Terror Attack; Speaks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
S Jaishankar spoke with Sergey Lavrov. He emphasised that those behind the Pahalgam terror attack must face justice. Jaishankar has spoken to all UN Security Council members, except China and Pakistan.

3. DRDO Successfully Conducts Maiden Flight-Trial of Stratospheric Airship Platform at Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh
The DRDO conducted the first flight-trial of its Stratospheric Airship Platform at Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh. The airship ascended to 17 km and carried an instrumental payload for 62 minutes.

4. India and Angola Strengthen Energy, Digital, Space, and Defence Cooperation with New MoUs During President Lourenço’s Visit
India and Angola signed multiple MoUs to expand their energy, digital infrastructure, space, and defence cooperation. This marks Angola’s President João Lourenço’s first visit to India in 38 years.

5. PM Modi Congratulates Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Winning Second Consecutive Term in Federal Elections
PM Modi congratulated Anthony Albanese on his re-election as Australia’s Prime Minister. Modi praised Albanese’s leadership and expressed confidence in strengthening bilateral ties between India and Australia.

6. India Issues Navigation Warning in Arabian Sea as Indian Navy Intensifies Operations Amid Rising Tensions with Pakistan
India’s maritime authorities issued a navigation warning for commercial ships in the Arabian Sea. The Navy is conducting extensive drills amidst growing tensions with Pakistan after the Pahalgam attack.

7. Padma Shri Awardee and Yoga Guru Baba Shivanand Passes Away at 128; PM Modi Expresses Grief
Baba Shivanand, a renowned yoga practitioner and Padma Shri awardee, passed away at 128 in Varanasi. PM Modi expressed his sorrow, calling Shivanand’s life an inspiration for generations.

8. Election Commission to Launch ECINET App, A One-Stop Platform Integrating 40+ Mobile and Web Applications
The Election Commission will soon introduce ECINET, a new app that integrates over 40 existing mobile and web apps, providing a user-friendly platform for election stakeholders and officials.

9. DRDO Successfully Conducts Maiden Flight-Trial of Stratospheric Airship Platform, Reaches 17 km Altitude with Instrumental Payload
The DRDO conducted the first successful flight-trial of its Stratospheric Airship Platform from Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh. The airship reached an altitude of 17 km, carrying an instrumental payload.

10. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches India’s First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties, A Milestone for Indian Agriculture
Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched India’s first genome-edited rice varieties developed by ICAR in New Delhi. The new varieties will reduce production costs and increase rice yield across the country.

11. Over 22.7 Lakh Candidates Appeared for NEET (UG) 2025 Exam Today from 2 PM to 5 PM
The NEET (UG) 2025 exam was held today from 2 PM to 5 PM. Over 22.7 lakh candidates appeared, with mock drills successfully conducted for ensuring a safe examination.

1. Chhattisgarh Inaugurates AI-Based Data Centre Park to Enhance Education, Healthcare, and Government Service Efficiency
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated an AI-based Data Centre Park to enhance education, medical testing, and government services like Aadhaar, marking a step towards technological reliance in the state.

2. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches India’s First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties to Boost Production and Yield
Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched India’s first genome-edited rice varieties by ICAR. The new varieties aim to reduce production costs and increase rice yield across India.

3. First Batch of Haj Pilgrims from Ladakh Flagged Off by Haj Committee Chairperson for Safe Journey to Kashmir
The first batch of 43 Haj pilgrims from Ladakh was flagged off from Kargil to Srinagar. Special arrangements ensure their safe and smooth journey to Kashmir for pilgrimage.

4. Andhra Pradesh Signs MoU with Creativeland Asia to Develop First “Transmedia Entertainment City” in Amaravati
Andhra Pradesh government signed an MoU with Creativeland Asia to develop a “Transmedia Entertainment City.” The agreement was signed during the WAVES Summit 2025 in Amaravati.

5. Telangana Governor Flags Off Vehicles Carrying Eco-Friendly Machinery to Tribal Villages for Making Leaf Plates and Cups
Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma flagged off vehicles carrying machinery for making eco-friendly leaf plates and cups to tribal villages. The initiative supports the livelihood of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups.

1. US Approves Sale of HawkEye 360 Technology to India to Enhance Maritime Domain Awareness in Indo-Pacific Region
The US approved the sale of HawkEye 360 technology to India. This will enhance India’s maritime awareness and strategic capabilities to address current and future threats in the Indo-Pacific.

2. Krishnamurthy V Subramanian to Return Early from IMF Tenure; Efforts Underway to Find Successor
Krishnamurthy V Subramanian, India’s Executive Director at IMF, will return six months early. Efforts are underway to find his successor.

3. Romanians Vote in Crucial Presidential Election After Last Year’s Fraud Scandal; Nationalist George Simion Faces Centrist Rivals
Romanians vote in a critical presidential election following last year’s annulled vote. Nationalist George Simion faces centrist candidates, with a possible runoff on May 18 if no one wins over 50%.

4. Romanians Cast Ballots in Presidential Election Re-run Amid Political Crisis, May 18 Runoff Expected
Romanians vote in a re-run of the presidential election after last year’s annulled vote. Eleven candidates compete, with a possible May 18 runoff. Voting has been ongoing since Friday for expatriates.

5. Japan and China Accuse Each Other of Violating Airspace Around Disputed East China Sea Islands
Japan and China have exchanged accusations over airspace violations near the Senkaku islands. Japan protested after a Chinese helicopter entered its territorial waters and airspace for 15 minutes on Saturday.

1. Khelo India Youth Games 2025 Kick Off with Grand Celebrations in Patna; Over 8,500 Young Athletes Competing
The Khelo India Youth Games 2025 began with grand celebrations in Patna. Over 8,500 athletes under 18 will compete for 2,400+ medals across various sports until May 15.

2. Paris FC Joins PSG in France’s Top Division After 35 Years, Marking Major Shift in City’s Soccer Scene
For the first time in 35 years, Paris FC joins Paris Saint-Germain in France’s top division. Paris FC’s promotion marks a new era in the city’s soccer landscape.

3. Anarghya Abhishek Panchawatkar Wins Gold at 11th Budokan International Karate Championship in Dubai
Anarghya Abhishek Panchawatkar from Gurugram clinched the gold medal at the 11th Budokan International Karate Championship in Dubai, showcasing outstanding performance in the kumite category under the Sports Shitokai Karate Federation.

4. Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Mid-Season Break Backfires as They Struggle in IPL Playoffs Race After Maldives Holiday
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s decision to take a mid-season break to the Maldives backfired after returning to lose against Gujarat Titans, leaving them with just three wins in seven matches.

5. RCB Edges Past CSK in IPL 2025 Thriller; Ex-India Star Confident of Their Playoffs Qualification
RCB held their nerves to defeat CSK in a last-over thriller in IPL 2025. With strong performances, RCB posted 213/5. Despite a fierce chase from CSK, RCB emerged victorious.

1. Commerce Ministry Warns Industry Over US ‘Rules of Origin’ Norms to Avoid Higher Duties on Exports
The Commerce Ministry has warned Indian exporters to comply with US ‘rules of origin’ norms to avoid higher duties, ensuring proper value addition in goods re-routed from high-tariff countries.

2. Commerce Ministry Warns Industry Over US ‘Rules of Origin’ Norms to Avoid Higher Duties on Exports
The Commerce Ministry has cautioned Indian exporters to strictly follow US ‘rules of origin’ norms. Re-routing products without substantial value addition could lead to higher duties. The ministry also assured efforts to clarify value addition norms.

3. Netflix’s Investment in India Generates $2 Billion Economic Impact, Creates 20,000 Jobs, Says Ted Sarandos
Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, stated that the company’s investment in India has generated $2 billion in local economic impact. It also created 20,000 jobs in cast and crew from 2021 to 2024.

4. US Pushes for Policy Changes in India’s Trade, Agriculture Sectors Under Proposed Bilateral Deal, Says GTRI
The US is expected to push for sweeping policy changes in India, from tariff cuts to regulatory reforms, in a proposed trade deal. In agriculture, demands include scaling back MSP programs and easing GM imports.

5. India’s Liberalised FDI Policy Attracts Global Investors, Says Deloitte, Highlighting Key Sectors for Growth
Deloitte India highlights the stability and sector-agnostic investment opportunities in India’s liberalised FDI policy. Sectors like pharma, auto, and tourism are key drivers of employment, exports, and innovation.