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Here is the School Assembly News Update for July 29, 2025. This bulletin highlights significant national, international, and sports developments. It is aimed at keeping students informed and encouraging a regular habit of staying updated with current affairs.
On July 29, 2025, many school students are preparing to present the news during their morning assembly. This daily routine not only helps them stay informed about major events in India and around the world but also improves their public speaking and confidence.
To support their efforts, here are 12 important headlines covering national, international, and sports news:
National News
Parliament Monsoon session: After first week washout, Houses set for fiery debate on Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor
After a week of disruptions, Parliament’s Monsoon session is expected to see a heated debate from Monday (July 28, 2025) over the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. The ruling party and the Opposition are likely to clash over these key matters related to national security and foreign policy.
6 Dead, Several Injured In Stampede At Haridwar’s Mansa Devi Temple
Six people lost their lives and many others were hurt in a stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The incident happened on the stairs leading to the main temple. Police said the stampede may have started after rumours of possible electrocution caused panic among the devotees.
Indian doctors use robot tech to operate on patients in Indore from 10,000 km away in France
Indian doctors successfully carried out a gastric bypass and heart defect surgery on patients in Indore while attending a conference in Strasbourg, France – almost 10,000 km away. They used a made-in-India surgical robot to perform the operations in real time, with help from SS Innovations and Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences (SAIMS) teams.
India’s 78% railway tracks upgraded to over 110kmph: Vaishnaw
To bring high-speed trains and make travel safer, the Ministry of Railways has improved 78% of India’s rail tracks to support speeds over 110 kmph by early 2025. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that upgrades are happening all over the country. The total railway track length has grown from 79,342 km in 2014 to over 1 lakh km in 2025.
World News
Israel announces daily 10-hr humanitarian pauses in areas of Gaza
The Israeli army said it will stop military action in crowded parts of Gaza for 10 hours each day to help deliver and share humanitarian aid. On Saturday, the Israeli Air Force dropped aid from the air for the first time, following government orders. This comes after Israel faced criticism for stopping aid from reaching Gaza.
Attack on Indian man sparks calls for tougher laws in Melbourne
The brutal attack on 33-year-old Saurabh Anand, who was badly injured and nearly lost his hand, has brought fresh attention to youth crime in Melbourne. The incident has led to calls for stricter bail rules and harsher punishments for violent crimes. Police have arrested four teenagers in connection with the attack, as concerns grow over the increase in knife-related violence in the city.
Thai-Cambodia border clashes continue despite Trump’s truce call
Cambodia and Thailand both accused each other of firing artillery across their disputed border on Sunday. This happened just hours after US President Donald Trump said the two sides had agreed to try for a ceasefire. The fighting, now in its fourth day, has killed 33 people and forced over 1,30,000 people to leave their homes near the border.
Russia cancels annual navy parade due to ‘security reasons’
Russia has called off its yearly navy parade due to “security reasons.” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov did not explain the exact threat but said it was because of the overall situation and that safety is the top priority. The parade, held every year on the last Sunday of July, is meant to honour the country’s sailors.
Sports News
WUG 2025: Sahil Jadhav wins compound gold as Indian archers finish with 5-medal haul
Indian archers had a great day at the World University Games on Saturday. Sahil Jadhav gave an almost perfect performance and won a gold medal. India won five medals in archery that day – gold in the mixed team event, silver in the men’s team, bronze in the women’s team, and two individual medals: Jadhav’s gold and Parneet Kaur’s silver.
Shubman Gill becomes 3rd Indian in history to score 700 runs in a Test series
Team India captain Shubman Gill is now the third Indian player to score over 700 runs in a single Test series. He reached this milestone during the second innings of the fourth Test against England in Manchester. Before him, only Sunil Gavaskar (who did it twice) and Yashasvi Jaiswal had achieved this record.
Stokes creates history after scoring 100 and taking 5fer in Test
England captain Ben Stokes has become the first from his country to score a century and take five wickets in the same Test match. He achieved this rare feat on day four of the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford in Manchester. He now joins legends like Imran Khan, Mushtaq Mohammed, Gary Sobers, and Denis Atkinson who have done the same.
Messi and Alba suspended for one match for missing MLS All-Star
Lionel Messi has been given a one-match suspension because he missed the MLS All-Star Game without getting permission in advance, the league announced on Friday (July 25, 2025).
Students are advised to keep checking this page for the latest news information.
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