Good morning! Here is your comprehensive roundup of current affairs for the school assembly on Monday, December 29, 2025. Today's headlines span significant national developments, key international diplomacy, crucial sports clashes, and important educational initiatives, curated specifically for students and educators.
National Headlines: A Presidential Voyage and Safety Concerns
In a historic move, President Droupadi Murmu embarked on a sortie aboard the Indian Navy's frontline submarine, INS Vaghsheer, off the western coast. This operational voyage makes her only the second President of India to experience life onboard a submarine during duty, highlighting the nation's naval prowess.
In a separate incident causing disruption, eight wagons of a goods train derailed between Lahaban and Simulthala stations in the Asansol Division of Eastern Railway. This accident has affected train operations on both the Up and Down lines of the section, leading to potential delays and logistical challenges.
A magisterial inquiry into the tragic fire at Birch by Romeo Lane in North Goa's Arpora, which claimed 25 lives on December 6, has revealed serious lapses. The probe points to failures by the local panchayat and several government departments that ignored various violations, leading to the devastating outcome.
International and Sports Arena
On the global stage, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet former US President Donald Trump in Florida to discuss a potential peace plan for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reiterated his country's stance, stating Russia opposes Taiwan's independence in any form and considers the island an inseparable part of China.
In a significant political event, Myanmar is holding the first phase of its election under military rule in five years, a development being closely watched by the international community.
In sports, the spotlight is on Thiruvananthapuram where Harmanpreet Kaur's Indian women's cricket team will face Chamari Athapaththu's Sri Lanka in the fourth T20I at the Greenfield International Stadium today. In another major cricketing update, star players Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Haris Rauf have been dropped from Pakistan's squad for the upcoming T20I series against Sri Lanka.
Business, Economy, and Education Updates
Important changes are underway in the financial sector. The Statistics Ministry will publicly disclose the weights of items in the new Consumer Price Index (CPI) basket before the first revised retail inflation data is released on February 12. Simultaneously, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a major overhaul of mutual fund regulations, including cuts to expense ratio limits to benefit investors. The RBI union has also raised an urgent concern regarding a shortage of small denomination notes and has urged for an adequate supply to be maintained.
In the realm of education, the Uttar Pradesh government has issued new guidelines making newspaper reading a mandatory daily activity for students in all secondary and basic primary schools across the state. This move aims to enhance general awareness and reading habits. Furthermore, in Delhi, teachers at both government and private schools will undergo a fresh round of structured online training as the government has reopened multiple professional development courses for the current academic year.
We hope this concise update empowers your morning assembly with relevant and engaging information. Stay curious and informed!
