Key News Headlines for School Assembly on May 25

National News

Today's headlines reflect significant events that resonate globally, spanning various sectors such as politics, sports, and entertainment. Here are some noteworthy stories from India and beyond that students can discuss during the school assembly.

A man praying at the Tirupati Tirumala Temple in Andhra Pradesh has sparked controversy, with a video of the incident going viral.

Uttar Pradesh has initiated the 'Buffer Mein Safar Yojana' aimed at transforming the state into an eco-tourism destination, creating job opportunities.

The Amrit Bharat Station Yojana is set to modernize over 1,300 railway stations, enhancing cultural, comfort, and connectivity aspects.

In Andhra Pradesh, a man has been arrested for the heinous crime of killing and raping a three-year-old girl at a wedding.

Noida has reported its first Covid-19 case, with a 55-year-old woman testing positive.

International News

Baloch journalist Abdul Latif was tragically shot dead by a militia backed by Pakistan in Awaran, in front of his family.

Taslima Nasreen has called for the imprisonment of Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of promoting extremism and betraying the nation.

A US Federal Judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to revoke a visa rule affecting international students at Harvard University.

Reports indicate that a commander of the Pakistan Army sought refuge in a mosque during India's Operation Sindoor, instructing his officers to prioritize their safety.

Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the US government after losing its authority to enroll international students amid ongoing disputes with the Trump administration.

Entertainment News

Mukul Dev lent his voice to Naseeruddin Shah in Jagmohan Mundhra's film 'Shoot On Sight'.

'Pune Highway' has been reviewed as an engaging murder mystery that explores themes of friendship gone wrong.

The first look of 'Metro In Dino', featuring Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan, has been released along with a teaser song.

Mukul Dev has passed away; Mugdha Godse shared that he was in the ICU for a week before his death, expressing her shock.

'The Great Indian Kapil Show' is making a comeback with its third season; details about the release, teaser, and cast have been revealed.

Business News

Domestic air passenger traffic saw a 10% increase in April, with ICRA predicting a growth of 7-10% for FY26.

The Sensex experienced a significant drop of 609 points this week; analysts are examining the factors affecting the market.

Foreign investors withdrew ₹4,784 crore from Indian equities this week amid fluctuations in the bond market.

The RBI board has approved a record surplus transfer of ₹2.69 lakh crore to the government.

Gold prices have decreased, with silver following suit; check the latest rates in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Bengaluru.

Sports News

Former Indian pacer Varun Aaron praised Virat Kohli's exceptional skills while chasing targets.

In the upcoming India vs England series, Cheteshwar Pujara is set to return to England, albeit in a different capacity.

Ajit Agarkar has made a surprising statement regarding Jasprit Bumrah ahead of the England tour, suggesting uncertainty about his participation.

Shubman Gill has been appointed as the 37th Test captain for the India tour of England, with the squad announcement made recently.

Roman Reigns has reached 10 million followers on Instagram during his WWE hiatus, with hints of a return before the Money In The Bank event.

Thought Of The Day

Success is not the end, and failure is not the opposite; what truly matters is the courage to keep moving forward.