School Assembly News Headlines: 8 December 2025

National News

1. Lok Sabha to hold special discussion on 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram from December 8 in Indian Parliament

2. Rajnath Singh inaugurates 125 BRO infrastructure projects including Shyok Tunnel across seven states and two Union Territories nationwide

3. UMEED Central Portal closes uploads after six-month window as over five lakh Waqf properties registered nationwide under law

4. IndiGo processes Rs 610 crore refunds amid flight disruptions as airline moves toward restoring normal operations nationwide gradually

International News

1. Sri Lanka steps up safety measures as rains continue in regions affected by Cyclone Ditwah, authorities nationwide ongoing

2. United States reaffirms stance against unilateral changes in Taiwan Strait in updated National Security Strategy document addressing China

Sports News 

1. Australia defeat England by eight wickets in second Ashes Test to take commanding 2-0 series lead at Gabba

2. Chinnaswamy Stadium to continue hosting IPL matches, says Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar, clears venue future plans

Business News

1. US Fed rate decision likely to guide domestic stock market trends this week amid global cues and investor activity

2. MNRE urges lenders to widen financing across solar PV manufacturing ecosystem beyond modules to boost domestic capacity

1. Lok Sabha to hold special discussion on 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram from December 8
A full-day Lok Sabha discussion on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram will begin on December 8 at noon. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will initiate the debate, as decided in an all-party meeting chaired by Speaker Om Birla.

2. Rajnath Singh inaugurates 125 BRO infrastructure projects including Shyok Tunnel across seven states and two Union Territories
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated 125 BRO-built projects across seven states and two Union Territories. The projects, including Shyok Tunnel, aim to boost strategic connectivity and commemorate the sacrifices of Indian Army and BRO personnel.

3. UMEED Central Portal closes uploads after six-month window as over five lakh Waqf properties registered nationwide
Ministry of Minority Affairs says the UMEED Portal closed uploads on December 6 under law and Supreme Court directions. Over five lakh Waqf properties were initiated, more than two lakh approved, while 2.13 lakh remain under review after intensive last-minute interventions.

4. Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls gains momentum nationwide, Madhya Pradesh records rapid progress across districts and states
Election Commission says enumeration forms are being widely delivered under SIR. Madhya Pradesh shows strong progress with full digitalisation in over 12 districts, while Damoh district is nearing completion overall.

5. Parliamentary panel likely to summon airline executives, DGCA over IndiGo flight cancellations causing nationwide disruption
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture may summon private airline executives, DGCA and Civil Aviation Ministry officials. The panel will seek explanations for mass IndiGo cancellations and discuss corrective measures to prevent future air service disruptions.

6. IndiGo processes Rs 610 crore refunds amid flight disruptions as airline moves toward restoring normal operations nationwide
Civil Aviation Ministry says IndiGo has processed Rs 610 crore in refunds amid prolonged cancellations and delays. CEO confirms 95 percent of the network is restored, with full normal operations expected between December 10 and 15.

1. Delhi records very poor air quality as dense smog blankets city, AQI touches 303 on Sunday morning
CPCB reports very poor air quality across Delhi with AQI at 303. Dense smog covered several areas, reducing visibility. Authorities advise caution as pollution levels remain high despite marginal improvement.

2. Odisha targets 15 fully operational airports by 2047 to strengthen aviation infrastructure and regional connectivity
Odisha government plans at least 15 operational airports by 2047, officials say. Discussions at a high-level aviation committee focused on infrastructure expansion, improved connectivity, and policy support under Vikshit Odisha Vision.

3. Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 to begin in Hyderabad with global leaders and key sectors in focus
Telangana will host a two-day global summit in Hyderabad from tomorrow, featuring 27 sector-focused sessions with international organisations. The state will release the Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document, outlining plans for a three-trillion-dollar economy.

4. IMD forecasts cold wave, dense fog and thunderstorms across multiple states over next two days India regions
IMD warns of cold wave over Punjab, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Odisha till tomorrow. Dense fog in Northeast and Himachal, thunderstorms over Andaman, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.

1. Magnitude 4.1 earthquake hits Nepal on Sunday morning, tremors recorded at shallow depth, says NCS
National Center for Seismology reports a magnitude 4.1 earthquake in Nepal at 8:13 am with a depth of 5 km. The region had earlier experienced a similar 4.2 quake on November 30.

2. Sri Lanka steps up safety measures as rains continue in regions affected by Cyclone Ditwah
Sri Lankan authorities issued precautionary landslip advisories in several areas as seasonal rains continued after Cyclone Ditwah. Relief operations remain active, with support extended to millions of affected residents across the country.

3. United States reaffirms stance against unilateral changes in Taiwan Strait in updated National Security Strategy
The Trump administration reiterated opposition to unilateral status quo changes in the Taiwan Strait. The new National Security Strategy highlights Taiwan’s strategic importance and outlines a firmer US defence posture to address China’s expanding influence in the Indo-Pacific.

4. Nepal Election Commission issues 20-point directive to parties ahead of March House polls
Nepal’s Election Commission issued a 20-point directive for political parties ahead of the March 5 House elections. Parties must ensure one-third women representation and inclusive nominations, while National Assembly elections are scheduled for December 26 next year.

1. Australia defeat England by eight wickets in second Ashes Test to take commanding 2-0 series lead
Australia sealed an eight-wicket win at the Gabba after Michael Neser’s 5-42 dismantled England. Steve Smith starred in the field as the hosts comfortably chased 65 runs to extend Ashes dominance.

2. Chinnaswamy Stadium to continue hosting IPL matches, says Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said IPL matches will continue at Chinnaswamy Stadium despite past safety concerns. He also announced plans for a larger new stadium while assuring improved crowd management and safety standards.

3. Sanskar Saraswat clinches men’s singles title at 2025 Guwahati Masters, claims first Super 100 crown
Indian shuttler Sanskar Saraswat won the Guwahati Masters men’s singles, defeating Mithun Manjunath in a three-game final. It marks his first Super 100 title. In men’s doubles, Pruthvi Roy and K. Sai Pratheek finished runners-up after losing to Malaysia’s Aaron Tai and Kang Khai Xing.

4. India face South Africa in first men’s hockey Test at Stellenbosch to open three-match series today evening IST
India open their three-match hockey series against South Africa in Stellenbosch. Ranked seventh globally, the Asian champions face the 12th-ranked hosts in their final international assignment of the year.

1. US Fed rate decision to steer domestic stock market this week amid global cues and investor activity
Market experts say equity trends this week will depend on the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, India’s CPI data due December 12, foreign investor activity, and rupee movements after it crossed 90 against the dollar.

2. MNRE calls on lenders to widen financing across solar PV manufacturing ecosystem beyond modules
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy urged lenders to finance solar cells, wafers and polysilicon units to strengthen domestic manufacturing. It clarified that funding for renewable energy projects and equipment manufacturers continues without restriction.

3. India US begin three-day talks on first phase of bilateral trade agreement led by USTR delegation from December
India and the United States will hold non-formal talks from December 10 to 12 to advance the first tranche of a bilateral trade pact. The US delegation will be led by Deputy USTR Rick Switzer.