School Assembly News Headlines: 6 April 2025 

1. PM Modi Receives Grand Welcome at Historic Independence Square During His Visit to Sri Lanka After BIMSTEC Summit
PM Modi was warmly welcomed in Sri Lanka by President Anura Dissanayake. This special honour at Independence Square reflects India-Sri Lanka friendship. He visited after attending the BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok.

2. Stand-Up India Scheme Completes Seven Years of Empowering SC, ST, and Women Entrepreneurs Through Bank Loan Support
The Stand-Up India Scheme helps women and underprivileged groups start businesses by offering bank loans. In seven years, it has supported dreams, created jobs, and boosted economic growth in India.

3. DRDO and Indian Army Successfully Test Medium-Range Missiles Proving Strength and Accuracy in Protecting Indian Airspace
Four missiles were tested successfully by DRDO and the Army in Odisha. They hit aerial targets accurately, showing India’s powerful defence abilities at various ranges and altitudes.

4. Over 73,000 Waqf Properties Under Dispute May Be Affected After Parliament Passes New Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024
Parliament passed a new law related to Waqf properties. Out of 8.8 lakh Waqf assets, over 73,000 are disputed and may be impacted by the updated legal rules.

5. India and Sri Lanka Sign Key Agreements on Defence, Energy, Health, and Digital Cooperation to Strengthen Bilateral Relations
India and Sri Lanka signed important agreements including energy sharing, digital solutions, and healthcare. These MoUs aim to boost cooperation and development between the two neighbouring countries across multiple sectors.

6. Chardham Yatra Route Divided Into Zones and Sectors for Safe Pilgrimage With Over 6,000 Police Deployed in Uttarakhand
The Chardham yatra route in Uttarakhand has been organised into zones and sectors for better management. Thousands of police personnel will ensure pilgrims’ safety and smooth travel along the sacred route.

7. ISRO’s PSLV Orbital Platform POEM-4 Re-Enters Earth’s Atmosphere After Completing Space Mission and Tracking by Global Radar
ISRO’s POEM-4, part of a space experiment, re-entered Earth’s atmosphere. It was tracked by Indian and U.S. radar systems and successfully completed its scientific objectives in space.

8. Devangana Dash Wins Oxford Bookstore Prize for Designing Award-Winning Book Cover of ‘Conversations with Aurangzeb’
Devangana Dash received the Oxford Bookstore Prize for designing a beautiful book cover. She won ₹1 lakh, a certificate, and a trophy for her creative work on a translated novel.

9. Karnataka Signs International Agreement with Chile to Promote Innovation in Science and Technology During Bengaluru Innovation Summit
Karnataka signed an agreement with Chile to work on science and innovation projects. This partnership began during the Bengaluru summit attended by Chile’s President and other important officials.

10. Defence Minister Inaugurates New Infrastructure Projects at Karwar Naval Base to Support Indian Navy’s Expansion under Project Seabird
Rajnath Singh launched new infrastructure projects at Karwar Naval Base. These developments are part of Project Seabird and will help improve India’s coastal defence and strengthen the Navy’s capacity.

1. Excavation at Silkyara Tunnel Nears Completion in Uttarkashi With Final Phase Underway and Iron Rods Successfully Installed
Excavation work at Silkyara Tunnel is almost complete. Iron rods were placed from Pol village side, and officials expect the tunnel project to finish within fifteen days if progress continues.

2. Delhi Becomes 35th Region to Join Ayushman Bharat Health Scheme After Agreement Signed with Central Government
Delhi signed an agreement to launch Ayushman Bharat health scheme, offering health insurance benefits to people. Now, only West Bengal has not implemented this important national healthcare program.

3. Political Leaders in Jammu and Kashmir Oppose Reservation Policy Supported by Government in Court with Strong Reactions and Statements
Political parties criticized the J&K government for defending a reservation policy offering 70% quota. The Social Welfare Department called the legal challenge against it misleading and unnecessary in court.

4. Amaravathi Art Festival Showcases Traditional Craftsmanship by Hundreds of Artists From Across India in Andhra Pradesh
At Amaravathi Chitra Kala Veedhi, artists and craftspersons displayed creative works. The event was held in Rajamahendravaram and celebrated India’s culture through art, crafts, and traditional designs from all over.

5. PM Modi Paid Tribute to Babu Jagjivan Ram on His Birth Anniversary for His Role in Uplifting Underprivileged Communities
Prime Minister Modi remembered Babu Jagjivan Ram on his birth anniversary, praising his efforts to uplift poor communities and his contributions as India’s former Deputy Prime Minister and social reformer.

1. India and Quad Countries Send Over $20 Million in Aid After Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand
India, USA, Japan, and Australia united as Quad to send humanitarian help worth $20 million to Myanmar and Thailand after the earthquake. This shows global friendship and cooperation in emergencies.

2. Iranian Vice-President Removed After Expensive Antarctica Trip Amid Ongoing Economic Crisis
Iran’s President fired his deputy over an unnecessary, costly Antarctica trip during a time of high inflation and financial struggle. It sparked debate on leadership responsibility during national economic difficulties.

3. Pentagon Investigates U.S. Defence Secretary’s Use of Signal App for Discussing Military Operations
The U.S. Defence Department will investigate Secretary Pete Hegseth’s use of a private messaging app while discussing military plans. This raised concerns about secrecy and national security communication practices.

4. Over 1,200 Protests Planned Across U.S. Against Trump Administration and Elon Musk’s Influence
Civil rights groups, veterans, and activists will hold nationwide protests criticizing President Trump’s policies and Elon Musk’s influence. Issues include economy, human rights, and government control.

5. SpaceX, Blue Origin, and ULA Win $13.5 Billion U.S. Contracts for National Security Satellite Launches
Elon Musk’s SpaceX, Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, and ULA secured big contracts to launch important military satellites. This shows the growing role of private companies in U.S. space missions.

1. Rishabh Pant, Digvesh Singh Rathi fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct in Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians match.
Pant was fined ₹12 lakh for slow over rate. Digvesh was fined 50% of match fees. BCCI took strict action after the IPL 2025 match against Mumbai Indians on Friday.

2. Pakistan’s Imam-ul-Haq retires hurt after freak injury as throw sneaks through helmet grill during ODI against New Zealand.
Imam was hit by a throw while running. The ball entered through his helmet grill. He appeared dazed and unstable, and was taken off the field during Pakistan’s innings early on.

3. Mahela Jayawardene takes responsibility for retiring out Tilak Varma during intense Mumbai Indians IPL 2025 run chase against LSG.
Tilak Varma struggled to find the boundary. Jayawardene admitted to making the bold decision. He explained the need for a fresh batter during the final overs of the challenging run chase.

4. Tilak Varma tactically retired out by Mumbai Indians during final overs of IPL 2025 chase against Lucknow Super Giants.
With 24 runs needed off seven balls, Tilak Varma was retired out. He scored 25 off 23 balls. Mumbai hoped a new batter could finish strong in the tense chase.

5. Four teams remain in contention for I-League 2025 title and Indian Super League promotion as season finale approaches.
Churchill Brothers, Inter Kashi, Real Kashmir, and Gokulam Kerala are title contenders. The final matchday will decide the champion. One team will earn promotion to the Indian Super League this year.

1. India’s foreign exchange reserves rise to $665.4 billion, marking fourth consecutive weekly increase and reaching five-month high as per RBI data.
The reserves rose by $6.6 billion last week. This continues a four-week growth trend. RBI interventions and foreign asset value changes influenced the rise in forex holdings, reaching near-record levels.

2. Piyush Goyal’s comments on startup innovation spark backlash; Zepto CEO defends Indian ecosystem amid global trade talk developments.
Commerce Minister’s criticism drew sharp industry reactions. Zepto CEO highlighted jobs, FDI, and innovation. Meanwhile, Trump discussed trade with India, Vietnam, and Israel to mitigate upcoming global tariff impacts.

3. Delhivery to acquire rival Ecom Express for ₹1,407 crore, making it a subsidiary after board approval and regulatory clearance.
Delhivery announced plans to acquire Ecom Express. The board approved the share purchase agreement. Once regulatory steps conclude, Ecom Express will operate as a subsidiary, enhancing Delhivery’s logistics capabilities nationwide.

4. Meta ends US fact-checking programme, shifting to community-based content moderation across platforms like Facebook, Threads, and Instagram.
Meta’s global affairs officer announced the end of US fact-checking. No new fact checks will be done. The platform now moves toward community-driven moderation for content across social media services.

5. Tata Capital submits confidential IPO pre-filing with Sebi, advancing group’s strategy to list its financial services business securely.
Tata Capital has filed confidentially for an IPO with Sebi. The move safeguards business information. This marks a major step in Tata Group’s financial services expansion and market listing strategy.

1. US Pentagon IG to investigate Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth for using Signal app to discuss classified military actions in Yemen.
The Acting Inspector General will probe Pete Hegseth’s use of Signal. The app was used in group chats discussing military operations against Houthis in Yemen, prompting serious concerns over security protocols.

2. NTA to close NCET 2025 correction window today; candidates must edit application forms before April 3 deadline at 11:50 pm.
Candidates can visit the official NTA website to make corrections in NCET forms. The edit window closes today, April 3, 2025, by 11:50 pm. No further extension will be provided.

3. NMC announces mandatory Medical Education Technology course for promotion of faculty to Associate Professor and Professor positions.
The National Medical Commission mandates completion of Basic Course in Medical Education Technology. Faculty must finish it at designated institutions to qualify for promotions to Associate Professor and Professor ranks.

4. MBOSE announces Meghalaya SSLC Class 10 result 2025; students can check marks online using official result portals.
Meghalaya Board declared Class 10 results on April 5. Students can access results using login credentials at mbose.in, megresults.nic.in, or education.indianexpress.com. Exams were held in February 2025.

5. IIT Hyderabad declared Institute of National Eminence; now eligible for full tax exemption on donations under Section 80G.
IITH gains National Eminence status from Finance Ministry. Donations now get 100% tax exemption, up from 50%. The change will encourage philanthropic support and enhance academic and research development.

1. TikTok U.S. asset deal paused after China disapproval; Trump extends ByteDance sale deadline by 75 days under 2024 law.
China opposes the U.S. asset sale of TikTok. Trump extended ByteDance’s deadline by 75 days to avoid a ban. The deal remains uncertain amid escalating trade tensions.

2. Foxconn hits record Q1 revenue due to AI product demand; urges caution over volatile global political developments.
Foxconn reported T$1.64 trillion Q1 revenue, up 24.2%. Despite strong AI demand, the company remains alert to shifting geopolitical risks, including tensions involving Taiwan and global trade uncertainties.

3. Microsoft’s Excel demo receives rockstar-like applause at conference; feature lets users sum numbers with just one click.
Microsoft wowed audiences with a new Excel feature. A single-click sum function earned massive cheers, surprising even executives. The presentation felt like a rock concert moment, attendees said.

4. Taiwan’s President Lai meets tech leaders over U.S. tariffs; vows to protect Taiwan’s economy and international competitiveness.
Facing 32% U.S. tariffs, Taiwan’s president assured tech executives of strong measures. Lai promised global competitiveness and economic protection while reacting to Trump’s broad tariff announcement.

5. Nintendo delays U.S. Switch 2 pre-orders to assess tariff impacts and changing market dynamics before proceeding.
Nintendo postponed U.S. Switch 2 pre-orders from April 9. The company is evaluating U.S. tariffs and market trends. A revised launch date will be considered after thorough assessment.