School Assembly News Headlines: 9 October 2025 

1. PM Modi welcomes British PM Keir Starmer in Mumbai; bilateral talks to focus on trade, fintech, and defence.
Keir Starmer arrived in India with a large business delegation for a two-day visit. Discussions with PM Modi will cover trade, fintech innovations, and defence cooperation between the two nations.

2. SEBI unveils quantum computing action plan; aims for 2028–29 operational readiness to secure India’s financial systems.
SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey announced measures to make regulated systems quantum-safe. Current encryption methods could be vulnerable to quantum attacks, prompting preparation for implementation by 2028–29.

3. India enters Hydrogen Age; aims for 5 million tonnes green hydrogen by 2030, boosting energy independence.
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced India’s hydrogen initiative, targeting $3/kg green hydrogen. Large-scale adoption could reduce $150 billion energy imports and establish India as a global hydrogen hub.

4. IAF marks 93 years with Hindan parade. CDS, service chiefs, and former air chiefs honour legacy and innovation.
The Indian Air Force celebrated its 93rd anniversary with a ceremonial parade at Air Force Station Hindan. Chiefs of Defence, Army, Navy, and former air chiefs attended, highlighting operational strength.

5. RBI launches Unified Lending Interface, CBDC sandbox, and tokenised Certificates of Deposit to boost fintech innovation.
At the Global Fintech Fest 2025, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra unveiled ULI, CBDC retail sandbox, and CD tokenisation pilot, aiming to enhance digital finance, liquidity, and financial inclusion in India.

1. Kerala High Court criticises Centre over refusal to waive loans for 2024 Wayanad landslide victims.
The High Court expressed disappointment with the central government for denying loan waivers after Wayanad landslides killed over 200 people. The court emphasized that Kerala does not require the Centre’s charity.

2. Bihar Assembly first-phase polls: NDA and Mahagathbandhan evenly poised; Jan Suraaj Party may influence results.
Of 121 seats in Bihar’s November 6 first-phase election, NDA and Mahagathbandhan are evenly matched. Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party could impact outcomes in select constituencies, altering traditional dynamics.

3. DGHS directs stricter drug testing after 20 child deaths linked to contaminated Coldrif cough syrup.
Following the casualties from toxic Coldrif cough syrup, DGHS urged states and UTs to enforce stricter testing. Four additional child deaths occurred in Madhya Pradesh, highlighting continued sales of unsafe syrups.

4. IMD forecasts heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds across multiple states including Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Odisha.
The India Meteorological Department warns of heavy rain in southern and eastern states, with thunderstorms and lightning expected in Coastal Karnataka, Gangetic West Bengal, and Odisha over the next two days.

1. Canadian PM Carney praises Trump for peace efforts between India and Pakistan. Meeting held in the Oval Office.
During bilateral talks, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney commended US President Donald Trump as transformative. He highlighted Trump’s role in fostering peace between India and Pakistan. Global defence commitments were strengthened.

2. UK PM Starmer confirms new India FTA does not provide additional visa opportunities for Indian workers.
Speaking en route to Mumbai, PM Keir Starmer clarified that the UK-India free trade agreement focuses on business and investment. It aims to create jobs and prosperity. No new visas are introduced.

3. California becomes the third US state to recognise Diwali as an official holiday. Schools and colleges granted closures.
Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bill into law. It takes effect January 1. Public schools and colleges may close. State employees can take the day off. Students receive excused absences.

4. Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 awarded to Kitagawa, Robson, and Yaghi for metal-organic framework development.
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences honoured the laureates for creating metal-organic frameworks. These structures enable gas flow, water harvesting, carbon capture, toxic gas storage, and catalysing chemical reactions.

1. Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Siraj reach career-best ICC Test rankings after India’s dominant victory over West Indies.
Jadeja scored an unbeaten 104 and took four wickets, climbing to 25th in batting and leading all-rounders. Siraj also achieved a career-best ranking following India’s World Test Championship win in Ahmedabad.

2. Pat Cummins’ fitness doubts grow ahead of Ashes; injury delays return for first Test in Perth.
Cummins’ lumbar stress injury shows partial healing, but clearance to bowl remains pending. Rehabilitation continues. Cricket Australia has not announced a timeline for his inclusion in the upcoming Ashes series.

3. US hosted FIFA World Cup in 1994. Tickets $25–$425. Tournament featured Maradona, generated $1.45 billion revenue globally.
The 1994 tournament, featuring Diego Maradona, set FIFA’s modern commercial model. Sponsors, media rights, and merchandising generated an estimated $1.45 billion profit and global attention for soccer in the US.

4. Mohammed Siraj and Kuldeep Yadav rise in ICC Test rankings. India dominates West Indies by innings and 140 runs.
India defeated West Indies by an innings and 140 runs in Ahmedabad. Siraj and Yadav climbed the ICC rankings. Jasprit Bumrah remains the top-ranked Test bowler, boosting India’s WTC campaign.

1. India’s outward FDI in September 2025 stood at $4.41 billion, up sequentially from August 2025 figures.
Outward foreign direct investment moderated from $4.81 billion last year. RBI data shows sequential rise from $2.59 billion in August. FDI includes equity, loans, and guarantees.

2. Apple’s iPhone exports from India reach $10 billion in H1 FY2025, marking a 75% increase year-on-year.
In September 2025, India shipped $1.25 billion worth of iPhones, up 155% from last September. Strong local demand for iPhone 17 series continues, boosting India’s export contribution significantly.

3. Indian equity indices snap four-day winning streak. Nifty closes below 25,100 amid sectoral selling, IT and consumer durables gain.
Indian equity markets ended lower on October 8, snapping a four-day winning streak. Nifty closed below 25,100. Sectoral selling dominated, except for IT and consumer durables, which saw gains.

4. NITI Aayog proposes Digital ShramSetu mission to empower India’s informal workforce using frontier technologies.
The mission targets over 490 million informal workers. Digital ShramSetu will use AI, blockchain, and immersive learning to provide trust, access, and skill development, bridging the technology gap in India.

1. Question: Which ocean is the largest on Earth?
Answer: The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean on Earth.
Amazing Fact: The Pacific Ocean covers more area than all the landmasses combined.

2. Question: Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Answer: Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa.
Amazing Fact: The Mona Lisa is famous for its mysterious smile and is displayed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.

3. Question: What is the smallest bone in the human body?
Answer: The stapes bone in the ear is the smallest bone in the human body.
Amazing Fact: The stapes bone is only about 3 millimetres long.

4. Question: Which is the largest desert in the world?
Answer: The Antarctic Desert is the largest desert in the world.
Amazing Fact: Despite being covered in ice, Antarctica is classified as a desert due to its extremely low rainfall.

5. Question: Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
Answer: Neil Armstrong was the first person to walk on the Moon.
Amazing Fact: His famous words when stepping on the Moon were That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.