Today’s School Assembly News Headlines (25 June)
Good morning! Here are today’s most important news headlines for your school assembly on 25 June 2026. We’ve compiled the latest national, international, state, sports, and business news to help you deliver an informed and engaging assembly presentation, covering school assembly news headlines today 25 June 2026.
Today’s National News headlines in English for school assembly for 25 June 2026
1. Kolkata’s Taratala warehouse collapse leaves five dead
An under-construction tea warehouse roof collapsed in Kolkata’s Taratala area on Wednesday afternoon, trapping dozens of workers under iron beams and debris. Five people died and around 20 were injured, with most victims hailing from Bihar. West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari is set to announce a compensation package in the state Assembly today.
2. West Bengal suspends multi-storey construction till July 31
Following the Taratala tragedy, the West Bengal government has put all under-construction multi-storey buildings on hold until 31 July. Officials found preliminary evidence of design and construction flaws, and the Kolkata Municipal Corporation will re-examine sanctioned building plans.
3. NEET-UG 2026 re-examination conducted nationwide
The National Testing Agency held the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination with tightened security and multi-agency support. The fresh test comes nearly seven weeks after the original May 3 exam was cancelled following paper-leak allegations and student protests.
4. CUET 2026 results expected today
The National Testing Agency is set to release CUET (Common University Entrance Test) 2026 results by 24-25 June on the official portal. Candidates will need their application number and date of birth to check scores.
5. CBSE releases revised Class XII results via DigiLocker
The Central Board of Secondary Education has started releasing revised Class XII results through DigiLocker, with outcomes for most re-evaluation and verification applications now available to students.
6. Centre informs Supreme Court of policy for Gulf-based CBSE students
The Central government told the Supreme Court it has notified a national policy to support private students from Gulf countries who were affected after CBSE Class XII examinations were cancelled for them. The policy aims to provide a clear path forward for these stranded students.
7. Sensex jumps 777 points on banking and IT gains
Indian equity markets rebounded strongly, with the Sensex gaining 777 points (1.02%) to close near 76,978 points, led by Tech Mahindra, Bajaj Finance, and IndusInd Bank. Easing crude oil prices and RBI’s relaxed lending norms for NRI deposits supported the rally.
8. RBI eases rules on loans against NRI deposits
The Reserve Bank of India has allowed banks to extend loans to non-resident Indians against their foreign-currency deposits, a move aimed at easing funding constraints for banks and supporting credit growth.
9. Tata Electronics confirms ransomware breach
Tata Electronics confirmed a ransomware attack that exposed files linked to Apple and Tesla clients, with stolen data surfacing on the dark web. The company is working with cybersecurity experts to assess the scope of the breach.
10. Square Yards becomes India’s newest unicorn
Gurugram-based real estate and mortgage platform Square Yards crossed the billion-dollar valuation mark after raising Rs 900 crore (around $95 million) through a mix of debt and equity, joining India’s growing list of unicorn startups.
Today’s International News headlines in English for school assembly for 25 June 2026
1. US-Iran ceasefire holds as Strait of Hormuz traffic normalises
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is steadily returning to normal as the US-Iran ceasefire continues to hold under the Islamabad Memorandum signed earlier this month. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Gulf nations this week to discuss the deal’s economic and security implications.
2. UN nuclear inspectors await access to Iran’s nuclear sites
The UN’s nuclear watchdog says its inspectors are ready to visit Iranian nuclear facilities, but Tehran insists this will only happen once a final peace agreement is signed. Talks on Iran’s uranium enrichment programme remain a central sticking point.
3. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns
Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, triggering political uncertainty in the UK. Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is being widely discussed as a potential successor, which would make him the UK’s seventh leader in a decade.
4. US Senate passes resolution against further action on Iran
The Republican-majority US Senate voted 50-48 to pass a resolution requiring President Trump to seek Congressional approval before resuming hostilities with Iran, marking a rare bipartisan rebuke on war powers.
5. FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage nears completion
The men’s FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, is wrapping up its group stage this week. Lionel Messi has become the tournament’s all-time highest scorer with 18 goals, while Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.
Today’s State News headlines in English for school assembly for 25 June 2026
1. West Bengal Assembly session begins with condolences
The West Bengal Assembly convenes today with members paying condolences for the lives lost in the Taratala warehouse collapse, before CM Suvendu Adhikari announces the compensation package for victims’ families.
2. Heavy rainfall warning issued across multiple states
The India Meteorological Department has issued heavy-to-extremely-heavy rainfall alerts for Konkan & Goa, parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and the North-East, even as overall monsoon rainfall this season runs nearly 43% below average so far.
3. Maharashtra releases MHT CET 2026 second-attempt result
The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has announced the MHT CET 2026 second-attempt PCM results on its official website, giving students another opportunity to improve their scores for engineering admissions.
4. Gujarat rolls out new Industrial Policy 2026
Gujarat’s Industrial Policy 2026, launched by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, aims to boost manufacturing, support MSMEs, and attract fresh investment, building on the state’s reputation as one of India’s leading industrial destinations.
5. Bihar weather turns humid as monsoon advances
Bihar and neighbouring East Uttar Pradesh are witnessing above-normal night temperatures alongside scattered rainfall, as an upper-air cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal continues to influence weather across the eastern Gangetic plains.
Today’s Sports News headlines in English for school assembly for 25 June 2026
1. India gear up for Ireland T20I series
The Indian cricket team lands in Belfast for a two-match T20I series against Ireland starting 26 June. Allrounder Suryadeep Reddy Shedge has been added to the squad after Nitish Kumar Reddy was ruled out with a quadriceps injury.
2. Shree Charani becomes world’s No. 1 T20I bowler
Indian spinner Shree Charani has risen to the top of the ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings for the first time in her career, overtaking England’s Linsey Smith, in a big boost ahead of the ongoing Women’s T20 World Cup.
3. Messi and Ronaldo light up FIFA World Cup 2026
Lionel Messi set a new World Cup scoring record with 18 career goals, while Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace against Uzbekistan kept Portugal’s campaign alive. England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana in a tense group-stage finale.
4. IPL trade window: Pant moves to Delhi Capitals
In a major IPL 2026 trade, Rishabh Pant has moved back to Delhi Capitals at a revised fee of Rs 15 crore, while Kuldeep Yadav has joined Lucknow Super Giants, reshaping squads ahead of the next season.
5. India A begin unofficial Test series in Sri Lanka
The India A cricket team starts its first unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A in Galle today, continuing a tour that has already produced thrilling contests, including a dramatic Super Over finish in the limited-overs leg.
Today’s Business and Startup News headlines in English for school assembly for 25 June 2026
1. Sensex and Nifty recover after tech-led sell-off
Indian benchmark indices opened cautiously but recovered some ground following the previous session’s selloff in technology stocks, with banking shares providing key support amid mixed global cues.
2. Indian startups raise pace of funding in June
Indian startups raised over $469 million across 19 deals in just five days (15-20 June), spanning AI, deeptech, fintech, and healthtech sectors, signalling renewed investor confidence in the domestic startup ecosystem.
3. Tata Electronics ransomware breach rattles tech sector
The confirmed data breach at Tata Electronics, involving client files from global tech giants, has put fresh focus on cybersecurity practices among Indian electronics manufacturers serving international clients.
4. JPMorgan downgrades major Indian IT stocks
Global brokerage JPMorgan downgraded HCL Tech, Wipro, and Tata Tech, citing concerns over AI-driven disruption, cautious enterprise technology spending, and geopolitical uncertainty weighing on India’s IT services sector.
Important Day Today
Day of the Seafarer
Today, 25 June, is observed worldwide as the International Day of the Seafarer, established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2010. This year’s theme is “Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks,” highlighting the hardships and dangers faced by the world’s nearly 1.9 million seafarers who keep over 80% of global trade moving across the oceans. Read more about 25 June in history
Thought of the Day
“The sea finds out everything you did wrong.” — William Langewiesche
This thought reminds us that honesty and preparation matter most when the stakes are highest. Just as seafarers cannot hide mistakes from the unforgiving ocean, students should approach their studies and responsibilities with the same sincerity — doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
Word of the Day
RESILIENT
- Pronunciation: /rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/
- Part of speech: Adjective
- Meaning: Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and adaptable.
- Synonyms: Tough, hardy, adaptable, strong
- Antonyms: Fragile, weak, vulnerable
- Example: “The rescue workers in Kolkata showed how resilient communities can be in the face of sudden disaster.”
GK Question of the Day
Q1: Which country co-hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup along with the USA and Mexico?
A: Canada.
Q2: What is the Day of the Seafarer observed on, and by which UN agency?
A: 25 June, observed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
Q3: India won its first Cricket World Cup on 25 June in which year, defeating which team?
A: 1983, defeating the West Indies by 43 runs.
Today in History
25 June 1983: India defeated the West Indies by 43 runs at Lord’s to win its first-ever Cricket World Cup, a watershed moment for Indian cricket.
25 June 1975: President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed declared a state of internal Emergency in India under Article 352 of the Constitution, on the advice of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi — one of the most significant political events in independent India’s history.
25 June 1950: The Korean War began as North Korea invaded South Korea, an event that shaped Cold War geopolitics for decades. Read more on 25 June in Indian and World history
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Today’s key headlines include the Kolkata Taratala warehouse collapse that killed five people, the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination conducted nationwide with tightened security, and the ongoing US-Iran ceasefire holding steady as Strait of Hormuz shipping traffic normalises.
A: Today’s thought is “The sea finds out everything you did wrong” by William Langewiesche.
A: Today’s word is “Resilient,” meaning able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and adaptable.
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