School Assembly News Headlines: 6 July 2025

1. Amit Shah lays foundation of Tribhuvan Sahkari University in Gujarat, aiming to bring transparency and trained professionals to the cooperative sector.
Amit Shah announced India’s first cooperative sector university in Gujarat to curb nepotism. The Tribhuvan Sahkari University will ensure only trained individuals get jobs in the cooperative sector ahead.

2. PM Modi to attend BRICS Summit in Brazil and visit Brasília, marking first Indian PM visit there in nearly 60 years.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 6–7. He will then visit Brasília for bilateral talks, marking a historic visit after six decades.

3. PM Modi meets Trinidad and Tobago President. Receives country’s highest honour, calling it a tribute to 1.4 billion Indians.
Prime Minister Modi met President Christine Kangaloo in Port of Spain, strengthening India-Trinidad ties. He thanked her for the warm welcome and accepted the nation’s highest honour on India’s behalf.

4. Centre notifies new Waqf Rules 2025 to manage property registration, audits, and records through a unified digital portal and system.
The Centre has issued the Unified Waqf Management Rules 2025 under the amended 1995 Act. The rules cover Waqf property registration, audits, database creation, and digital management via a central portal.

5. World Bank ranks India as fourth most equal country globally, with a Gini Index of 25.5, showing fair income distribution.
India has been ranked among the world’s most equal societies by the World Bank. With a Gini Index of 25.5, India stands fourth after Slovak Republic, Slovenia, and Belarus.

6. Government cuts toll rates by up to 50% on highways with bridges, tunnels, or flyovers to reduce motorists’ travel cost.
The government has amended the NH Fee Rules 2008, reducing toll rates up to 50% for stretches with structures like tunnels and flyovers. A new formula will determine user charges.

7. Nehal Modi arrested in U.S. on India’s extradition request. He faces charges of money laundering and criminal conspiracy.
Nehal Modi, brother of fugitive Nirav Modi, was arrested by U.S. authorities after India’s extradition request. The ED confirmed charges of money laundering and criminal conspiracy filed by U.S. prosecutors.

8. India and Maldives hold talks to boost economic cooperation and trade during a meeting in Male between top officials.
India’s Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal met Maldivian Trade Minister Mohamed Saeed in Male. They discussed ways to explore new trade opportunities. Both countries aim to strengthen economic and bilateral cooperation.

1. Delhi High Court upholds disability pension rights for defence personnel. Dismisses over 200 Ministry of Defence petitions challenging tribunal orders.
The Delhi High Court ruled that defence personnel can’t be denied disability pension due to peace postings or lifestyle diseases. It dismissed over 200 Ministry of Defence petitions against tribunal decisions.

2. Lalu Prasad becomes RJD President for the 13th time. Assumes charge unopposed at the party’s National Council meeting in Patna.
Senior leader Lalu Prasad has been elected unopposed as the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) President for the 13th time. He officially took charge during the party’s National Council meeting in Patna.

3. Minister L. Murugan says Ayushman Bharat scheme benefits common people by ensuring access to quality medical care across the country.
Minister L. Murugan highlighted the Ayushman Bharat scheme’s role in providing top medical facilities to common citizens. He made the remarks during the 14th Convocation of Sri Uthradom Thirunal Institute, Thiruvananthapuram.

4. UP government launches global roadshows under ‘China+1’ strategy to attract investment and position the state as a supply chain hub.
The Uttar Pradesh government is promoting its ‘China+1’ strategy through global roadshows in major cities. Partnering with embassies and industry bodies, it aims to attract companies seeking supply chain diversification.

1. Parisians swim in the Seine for first time since 1923 after cleanup, ahead of its use in Paris Olympics.
Public swimming returned to the Seine River in Paris after over a century. Following a major cleanup for the Paris Olympics, three sites now allow daily access for over 1,000 swimmers.

2. Microsoft shuts down Pakistan operations after 25 years. Cites global restructuring, economic challenges, and shift to a cloud-based partner model.
Microsoft has closed its Pakistan office after 25 years due to global restructuring and local economic issues. The company is shifting to a partner-led, cloud-based model and cutting 9,100 jobs worldwide.

3. First stage of India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement awaits Trump’s approval. Interim deal may be signed by July 8.
The India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement’s first stage is ready, pending President Trump’s approval. Cleared by USTR, the interim deal follows extended talks in Washington, focusing on resolving key agricultural issues.

4. Pakistan and U.S. reach understanding on trade deal. Formal announcement expected after U.S. concludes talks with other partners.
Pakistan and the U.S. have completed a key round of trade talks, reaching an initial understanding. A formal announcement will follow once the U.S. wraps up similar talks globally.

1. Indian para-archers win 2 gold medals, raising total tally to 7. Sheetal, Jyoti, Harvinder, and Bhawna shine in finals.
India’s para-archers claimed 2 gold medals, Sheetal Devi and Jyoti in women’s compound team, and Harvinder Singh with Bhawna in mixed recurve. India now has 7 medals, including 3 silvers.

2. Aryaveer Dewan wins U17 boys’ title at Asian Junior Squash Championships, ending India’s 13-year title drought in this category.
Aryaveer Dewan made history by winning the U17 boys’ title at the Asian Junior Squash Championships. He beat Malaysia’s defending champion Nikhileswar Moganasundharam in straight games, ending India’s 13-year wait.

3. India’s Vaibhav Suryavanshi hits fastest Youth ODI century in 52 balls against England, leading India to 393-run total.
14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed a 52-ball century against England in a Youth ODI. He hit 13 fours and 10 sixes. Alongside Vihaan Malhotra, India posted 393/9 in 50 overs.

4. Kidambi Srikanth enters Canada Open Super 300 semifinals with straight-game win over top seed Chou Tien Chen.
India’s Kidambi Srikanth advanced to the men’s singles semifinals at the Canada Open Super 300. He defeated world No. 6 Chou Tien Chen 21-18, 21-9 in 43 minutes.

Question 1. Which organ in the human body is responsible for producing insulin?
Ans. Pancreas
Amazing Fact: The pancreas is not just responsible for producing insulin—it also helps digest food by releasing digestive enzymes into the small intestine.

Question 2: Which is the largest desert in the world?
Ans. Antarctica
Amazing Fact: Even though we usually think of deserts as hot and sandy, Antarctica is the largest cold desert, covering over 14 million square kilometres.

Question 3: Who was the first woman to become Prime Minister of India?
Ans. Indira Gandhi
Amazing Fact: Indira Gandhi served as Prime Minister for over 15 years, making her one of the longest-serving female heads of government in the world.

Question 4. What is the unit of electric current?
Ans. Ampere
Amazing Fact: The ampere is named after André-Marie Ampère, a French physicist who is considered one of the founders of classical electromagnetism.

Question 5. Who wrote the play Romeo and Juliet?
Ans. William Shakespeare
Amazing Fact: Shakespeare invented over 1,700 English words, many of which we still use today, like lonely, bedroom,” and “fashionable.”