School Assembly News Headlines: 9 April 2025

National News

1. India and US work toward finalising a long-pending trade agreement as new US tariff on Indian goods raise economic concerns.

2. Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan begins first official India visit to strengthen ties, trade, and business partnerships.

3. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, at IPU meet in Uzbekistan, promotes Indian Constitution’s focus on equality, justice, and inclusiveness.

4. Mudra Yojana completes 10 years; over ₹32 lakh crore loans sanctioned to support small businesses and boost self-employment.

International News

1. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns US tariffs may raise inflation, increase recession risks, and urges deeper trade ties with India.

2. Top Trump supporter Bill Ackman criticizes tariff math, warns flawed calculations damage US credibility and global economic stability.

Sports News

1. Mohammed Siraj bounces back in IPL with Gujarat Titans, claiming nine wickets in four matches after RCB and India snub.

2. RCB defeats Mumbai Indians in thrilling Wankhede clash, climbs to third place as MI struggles with four losses in five games.

Business News

1. Hitachi Energy eyes double-digit growth in FY26 with ₹19,000 crore orders, expects minimal impact from US tariff changes.

2. China refuses to yield to US tariff pressure as Trump announces 50% duty, escalating global trade war tensions further.

1. India and US Accelerate Trade Talks After 26% Tariff Announcement Amid Widening Global Trade Tensions
India and the US are moving towards a trade deal. Talks sped up after a 26% tariff on Indian goods. Leaders also discussed key global regions and cooperation.

2. Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan Arrives in New Delhi for First Official Visit with Ministers and Business Delegation
Crown Prince Hamdan reached New Delhi for his first official India visit. He was welcomed by Minister Suresh Gopi. He is joined by ministers, officials, and business leaders.

3. Lok Sabha Speaker Highlights India’s Inclusive Constitution at Inter-Parliamentary Union Meet in Uzbekistan
Om Birla addressed the IPU in Tashkent. He spoke about India’s Constitution, focusing on equality, justice, and development for all citizens, especially marginalised and backward communities through parliamentary efforts.

4. India Marks 10 Years of Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, Empowering Small Enterprises with ₹32.61 Lakh Crore in Loans
PMMY completes a decade since launch. Over 52 crore loans have been sanctioned. Loan sizes grew, showing rising credit demand among India’s small, non-corporate, and non-farm businesses.

5. India Likely to Outperform Global Markets Amid Uncertainty, Says NSE Chief Ashishkumar Chauhan
India is expected to do better than other markets. NSE’s CEO credits strong leadership, economic stability, and trade progress. He noted India’s recent resilience during global market challenges.

6. RBI’s Policy Moves to Boost Credit Growth to 10.8% in FY2026, Says ICRA Report
ICRA expects ₹19–20.5 lakh crore credit growth next fiscal. RBI’s rate cut, liquidity relaxations, and reduced risk weights for NBFCs and infrastructure loans will help drive this expansion.

7. India and Israel Sign New Agreements to Boost Agricultural Cooperation and Innovation
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Israel’s Avi Dichter signed agreements. They aim to improve agriculture, water, and technology. Efforts continue to support small farmers in India.

8. India Becomes World’s Third Largest Solar and Wind Power Generator, Surpassing Germany
India now ranks third in renewable energy generation. Solar and wind power make up 10% of India’s electricity. Global clean energy hit a record 40.9% in 2024.

9. Centre Approves ₹50 Crore for Punjab Under Ayushman Insurance Scheme After Ministerial Talks
Union Health Ministry will release ₹50 crore to Punjab. The funds will support Ayushman scheme operations. The decision followed discussions between JP Nadda and Punjab’s Health Minister.

10. ASI’s New Signboard Sparks Controversy Over Renaming of Shahi Jama Masjid to Juma Masjid
A new ASI sign calls the Shahi Jama Masjid as ‘Juma Masjid’. It’s based on official records. The change has triggered public attention ahead of its installation.

1. Jamie Dimon warns Trump’s tariffs may cause inflation, recession; suggests stronger U.S. trade relations with India and other nations.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon said U.S. tariffs could raise inflation. He warned of a possible recession. He urged stronger trade ties with India and other key partners.

2. Bill Ackman slams Trump’s tariff plan; says wrong calculations could hurt U.S. economy and damage international trade credibility.
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman criticised Trump’s tariff math. He said it overstated figures. He warned this mistake could damage U.S. trade credibility and hurt the global economy.

3. Ukraine to send delegation to U.S. for talks on rare earth deal linked to continued American support in war.
Ukraine plans to send negotiators to the U.S. this week. They will discuss rare earth minerals. The deal is key for continued American support against Russia.

4. Trump confirms direct talks with Iran on nuclear issue; warns of serious consequences if diplomacy fails.
President Trump announced direct talks with Iran. He warned Iran about consequences. He said Iran must not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons under any circumstances.

5. South Korea sets June 3 as snap election date following Yoon’s removal; declares public holiday for national voting.
South Korea’s cabinet fixed June 3 for elections. The decision followed Yoon’s removal. A public holiday will be declared to facilitate full participation in voting.

1. Sanath Jayasuriya seeks PM Modi’s support to build international cricket stadium in Jaffna for local cricketing talent.
Sanath Jayasuriya requested India’s help to construct a cricket stadium in Jaffna. PM Modi assured he would discuss the proposal and respond soon with a decision.

2. Indian Women’s team announced for Tri-Nation series against Sri Lanka and South Africa, starting April 27 in Colombo.
The Women’s Selection Committee announced India’s squad for a Tri-National series. India will face Sri Lanka and South Africa. All matches will be played in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

3. Mohun Bagan stuns Jamshedpur FC with dramatic injury-time winner to reach Indian Super League final in a thrilling match.
Mohun Bagan won a tense semi-final against Jamshedpur FC. Jason Cummings and Lalengmawia Ralte scored. A last-minute goal secured their spot in the Indian Super League final.

4. Mohammed Siraj shines in IPL 2024 with Gujarat Titans after release from RCB and exclusion from national team.
After being dropped by RCB and India, Siraj impressed in IPL 2024. He has taken nine wickets in four games for Gujarat Titans, regaining form and confidence.

5. RCB defeats Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium to break 10-year jinx, moves to third place in points table.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won against Mumbai Indians. It was their first win at Wankhede in 10 years. RCB now stands third, while MI struggles at eighth.

1. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders board to consider interim dividend declaration at key meeting scheduled for April 8, boosting investor interest.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, a Navratna PSU, will hold a board meeting today. Investors anticipate the announcement of an interim dividend, driving notable attention to the company’s stock performance.

2. Piyush Goyal urges Indian industries to adopt economic nationalism by preferring domestic suppliers over cheaper foreign imports.
At FICCI’s 98th Foundation Day, Minister Goyal encouraged Indian businesses to follow Gandhi’s values and support local value chains. He emphasized long-term benefits over short-term cost savings.

3. FIEO urges revival of interest subsidy scheme to counter U.S. tariff impact on Indian exporters’ payment cycles.
FIEO warned that new U.S. tariffs effective April 9 would delay payments to Indian exporters. It recommended 5% interest subvention to ease liquidity issues in export sectors.

4. Hitachi Energy India aims double-digit growth in FY26, backed by Rs 19,000 crore order pipeline.
CEO N Venu confirmed the company’s strong growth outlook. Hitachi Energy expects no major impact from U.S. reciprocal tariffs and plans continued expansion in India and South Asia.

5. China rejects U.S. tariff threats, calls them blackmail as global trade tensions continue to escalate.
After President Trump proposed a 50% duty on Chinese imports, Beijing responded strongly. China affirmed it won’t yield to pressure, warning of worsening global trade instability.

1. Karnataka Board announces 2nd PUC 2025 results and improvement exam dates on official website karresults.nic.in.
KSEAB released the 2nd PUC Exam 1 results for 2025 on April 8. Improvement exam dates were also announced, aiding students planning to enhance their academic performance this year.

2. Delhi High Court begins hearing petitions on CLAT-2025 errors, prioritizes early resolution to reduce student anxiety.
Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya emphasized a swift verdict on the CLAT-2025 error-related petitions. The court acknowledged students’ stress and aims to conclude hearings and clear uncertainties soon.

3. SCERT Punjab declares Class 5 results 2025 at school level, shifting away from online announcement by PSEB.
On March 30, SCERT Punjab announced Class 5 results through schools instead of online. This change marks a departure from the Punjab Board’s earlier digital declaration system.

4. NEET MDS 2025 introduces time bound sections, confirms updated exam pattern for dental aspirants.
NBEMS detailed new time-restricted sections in NEET MDS 2025. While not a new move, the clarification outlines how timing will impact candidates during different parts of the exam.

5. UGC Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar retires after major reforms including CUET and NEP 2022 implementation.
Serving since February 2022, Kumar led CUET initiatives and National Education Policy reforms. He pushed for flexible hiring norms and proposed ending the UGC CARE List for publications.