School Assembly news headlines for today August 1, 2025: From sports to education, check 20+ national & international news
Students and teachers can expect a detail roundup featuring top stories that matter—from breakthroughs in sports events to impactful educational policies and global affairs shaping the future. Prepare to engage and inform with these headlines for a well-rounded assembly session.
Today's national news headlines in English for school assembly, August 1, 2025
DRDO successfully tests 'Pralay' missile's full range over two days, validating accuracy with Indian Armed Forces support.
Amit Shah confirms three Lashkar terrorists killed in Operation Mahadev and criticizes opposition for ignoring anti-terror victory.
Supreme Court to hear Tamil Nadu and Kerala's challenge against Presidential reference on deadlines for bill approvals.
RBI Digital Payments Index jumps to 493.22 in March 2025, indicating rapid growth in digital transactions and UPI.
PM Modi praises Operation Sindoor, stating Pahalgam terror attack was avenged within 22 minutes with precision strikes.
Today's international news headlines in English for school assembly, August 1, 2025
EU proposes limiting Israel's access to Horizon Europe over Gaza crisis, awaiting member states' approval.
US says more talks needed with India on trade deal ahead of August 1 tariff deadline, citing market protection concerns.
Global hunger declines for the third year in 2024, says UN report, though conflict and climate continue to worsen malnutrition in some regions.
North Korea rules out denuclearisation talks and states nuclear status is non-negotiable despite stable ties with the US.
US and China hold the second day of trade talks in Sweden to resolve ongoing tariff disputes affecting the global economy.
Today's sports news headlines in English for school assembly, August 1, 2025
Kyle Feldscher reports another Cleveland Guardians pitcher is on leave due to a gambling investigation.
Teenage swim sensation Summer McIntosh beats Katie Ledecky to win gold in the 400m freestyle at World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.
Oscar Piastri wins rain-delayed Belgian Grand Prix, extending his Formula One drivers' championship lead.
Bubba Wallace becomes first Black driver to win a major race on Indianapolis Motor Speedway's oval.
Nick Kurtz becomes first MLB rookie to hit four home runs in a single game during the Athletics' 15-3 win over the Houston Astros.
Today's education news headlines in English for school assembly, August 1, 2025
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lays foundation stone for ₹200 crore projects at Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
Bihar Cabinet approves formation of a Sanitation Workers Commission to support welfare of over 4 lakh workers across urban bodies and panchayats.
Supreme Court recommends new judges for six High Courts, impacting judicial education and legal framework.
Schools in several parts of Rajasthan closed due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall.
India's education sector continues to focus on infrastructure upgrades and policy reforms amid ongoing monsoon challenges.
Today's state news headlines in English for school assembly, August 1, 2025
Delhi-NCR Rains: IMD Warns of Intense Downpour Continuing Until August 3.
Six Kanwariyas Dead, 24 Injured in Bus-Truck Collision in Jharkhand's Deoghar District.
Schools Closed in Several Parts of Rajasthan Due to Flooding from Heavy Rainfall.
Fuelled by MAHA, State Lawmakers Push to Remove Food Dyes and Additives Across Various States.
Washington State Files Complaint Against Trump Administration Over Termination of Migrant Support Grant.
Top business and economic news headlines for August 1, 2025
Harvard University to Share Thousands of I-9 Employment Verification Forms with Federal Government.
Trump Administration Freezes $108 Million in Federal Funds to Duke University Medical School Over Antidiscrimination Allegations.
Novo Nordisk Cuts Sales Forecast for Obesity Drug Wegovy Due to Compounding Pharmacy Impact.
Federal Trade Commission Takes Action Against Executive Order Terminating Collective Bargaining Rights of Federal Workers.
Washington State Challenges Trump Administration's Termination of Shelter and Services Program for Migrants.
Daily word and thought of the day for school assembly, August 1, 2025
For the school assembly on August 1, 2025, here are the daily word and thought of the day:
Daily Word:Assay - Meaning: To test, examine, or evaluate something, especially in a scientific or analytical context.
Thought of the Day: "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him." — Psalm 34:8
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