School Assembly News Headlines: 12 June 2025

National News

1. Cabinet approves ₹6,405 crore for railway projects, doubling Koderma-Barkakana line to boost connectivity and freight in Jharkhand.

2. Intense heat wave hits North India, IMD warns of soaring temperatures and warm nights in Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan for days.

3. CEC Gyanesh Kumar defends India’s voter roll transparency, assures global event of regular revisions and shared electoral data.

4. Railways pilots early waitlist confirmation, passengers to get final ticket status 24 hours before departure for better planning.

International News

1. Protests erupt across U.S. cities over Trump’s immigration raids; Los Angeles curfew and Texas National Guard deployment follow unrest.

2. U.S. and China agree on trade framework in London; China to ease rare earth export curbs, tariff talks ongoing.

Sports News

1. Ganguly supports Shreyas Iyer’s Test selection, questions his exclusion despite strong IPL 2025 form and team’s middle-order need.

2. Shreyas Iyer’s Falcons reach T20 Mumbai League final, set to clash with Maratha Royals after solid season run.

Business News

1. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlights India’s resilience amid global conflicts; exports rose to $825 billion in 2024-25.

2. India and US discuss market access, digital trade in ongoing talks aiming to finalize first phase of bilateral trade deal by late 2025.

1. S. Jaishankar meets EU leaders. Welcomes support for stronger India-EU ties and India’s right to defend against terrorism.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met European Parliament leaders in Belgium. He welcomed their support for stronger ties and praised their understanding of India’s right to act against terrorism.

2. Cabinet approves ₹6,405 crore for two major railway projects. Aims to boost connectivity and freight movement in key regions.
The Cabinet, led by PM Modi, cleared two big rail projects. The ₹6,405 crore plan includes doubling the Koderma–Barkakana route to improve transport in Jharkhand’s coal-rich area.

3. Extreme heat wave hits North India. IMD warns of soaring temperatures and warm nights across several states for next three days.
North India faces intense heat. Bathinda touched 47.6°C, Ganganagar 47.4°C. IMD forecasts continued heat wave and warm nights in Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, and nearby states over the next few days.

4. CEC Gyanesh Kumar defends India’s electoral process at global event. Says voter roll preparation is transparent and shared with parties.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said India’s voter roll process is open and lawful. At a global conference, he assured that rolls are shared with parties and revised regularly before polls.

5. Railways test early waitlist confirmation. Passengers to get final ticket status 24 hours before departure in new pilot project.
Indian Railways launched a trial where waitlisted passengers get confirmation updates 24 hours before travel. Earlier, it was 4 hours. This change will become permanent if passengers respond positively.

6. India’s transport infrastructure sees rapid growth. Report highlights decade-long progress under PM GatiShakti, Bharatmala, UDAN and other key schemes.
A new report shows India’s strong progress in transport infrastructure over 10 years. National schemes like PRAGATI, GatiShakti, and UDAN have driven major development in railways, roads, ports, and aviation.

7. BJP likely to announce new national president by early July. Consensus-based selection underway within party’s constitutional framework.
BJP is finalising internal processes to elect its new national president. The announcement is expected by late June or early July. J.P. Nadda is currently serving his second extended term.

8. India strengthens defence ties with Sri Lanka. Army chief Rodrigo visits after recent bilateral defence pact signed in April.
India is deepening military cooperation with Sri Lanka. Army chief Rodrigo is on a four-day visit. This follows a major defence agreement signed between both nations in April this year.

9. India boosts defence ties with Sri Lanka. Army chief Rodrigo visits after April pact to explore stronger military cooperation.
India is deepening its strategic partnership with Sri Lanka. Army chief Rodrigo’s visit follows a key defence pact signed in April after talks between PM Modi and President Dissanayake.

10. India-EU hold first strategic dialogue. Talks focus on defence, AI, maritime security, space and strengthening global tech cooperation.
India and the EU launched their first strategic dialogue in Brussels. They discussed defence, AI, cyber security, maritime and space. Both sides stressed shared democratic values and future global cooperation.

11. Cabinet clears ₹6,405 crore railway multitrack projects in Jharkhand, Karnataka, Andhra. Rail network to expand by 318 km.
The Cabinet approved two Indian Railways projects worth ₹6,405 crore. These multitrack lines in Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh will boost capacity by 318 km and improve regional rail connectivity.

12. World Bank keeps India’s FY26 growth forecast at 6.3%. Country remains fastest-growing among major global economies.
India’s economy is projected to grow at 6.3% in FY26. Despite industrial slowdown, steady services, strong rural demand, and construction growth kept India ahead globally, says World Bank report.

1. Maharashtra forms task force for MMR bus plan. Single-ticket system aims to offer smoother travel across Mumbai region.
A 12-member task force, led by BEST’s GM, will draft a unified bus plan for MMR. The goal is seamless travel through a single-ticket system across different transport agencies.

2. Karnataka blames RCB and BCCI for stadium stampede. State says no permission taken for crowded celebratory event.
Karnataka government told the High Court that RCB and BCCI didn’t seek permission for the stadium event, which caused a deadly stampede, killing 11 people during celebrations in Bengaluru.

3. India’s infrastructure sees decade-long boom. National schemes like GatiShakti and UDAN drive major growth across transport sectors
A government report highlights massive progress in India’s infrastructure over the last 10 years. Key schemes boosted highways, railways, aviation, and ports, transforming connectivity through integrated planning and big investments.

4. Deva Snana Purnima rituals begin in Puri. Sacred bath of Lord Jagannath and siblings marks Rath Yatra’s start.
In Puri, Odisha, Deva Snana Purnima rituals began today. Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra were bathed with 108 pitchers of water, starting preparations for the famous annual Rath Yatra festival.

5. Karnataka to re-enumerate community data. CM Siddaramaiah says move follows Congress leadership’s direction, not state government’s decision.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified that the decision to re-enumerate community population in Karnataka was guided by Congress high command. He stated it wasn’t an independent move by the state government.

1. U.S. cities face protests over Trump’s immigration raids. National Guard deployed as unrest grows, Los Angeles under curfew.
Protests erupted in U.S. cities over Trump’s immigration raids. Los Angeles imposed curfew. Texas plans National Guard deployment. Trump’s move sparked debate over military use on American soil.

2. U.S., China reach framework to ease trade tensions. China to lift rare earth curbs, tariff talks continue.
After two days of talks in London, U.S. and China agreed on a trade framework. China will ease rare earth export curbs. Key tariff issues remain unresolved for now.

3. Chinese citizen arrested in U.S. for smuggling and false claims. FBI and customs officials lead the investigation.
Chengxuan Han, a Chinese national, was arrested in Michigan for smuggling goods and making false statements. The case involves U.S. Customs, FBI, and Homeland Security, according to official reports.

4. U.S.-China trade talks progressing positively in London. Commerce Secretary hopeful of deal conclusion by Wednesday.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said talks with China are going well in London. Both sides are working intensely, aiming to resolve trade issues possibly by Wednesday, after two days’ discussion.

5. France secures reform pledges from Palestinian Authority. Paris may support Palestinian statehood at upcoming international conference.
France confirmed new reform commitments from the Palestinian Authority. President Abbas condemned Hamas attacks, urged hostage release, and promised reforms. Paris may back Palestinian statehood during next week’s global conference.

1. Ganguly backs Shreyas Iyer for Test spot. Questions exclusion despite strong form and IPL 2025 top performance.
Sourav Ganguly criticised Shreyas Iyer’s exclusion from India’s Test squad against England. Iyer, top-scorer for Punjab Kings, was expected to fill the middle-order gap in absence of senior players.

2. Shreyas Iyer’s Falcons reach T20 Mumbai League final. Set to face Maratha Royals after strong season performance.
SoBo Mumbai Falcons, led by Shreyas Iyer, will face Maratha Royals in the T20 Mumbai League final. Despite his low score in the semis, Iyer eyes title redemption.

3. Adil Rashid rises to second in ICC T20I Bowling Rankings after strong performance in England’s 3-0 West Indies series.
Veteran spinner Adil Rashid climbed to second in ICC T20I Bowling Rankings. His consistent bowling helped England sweep West Indies 3-0. He now trails leader Jacob Duffy by 13 points.

4. Messi requests late substitution in Argentina’s 1-1 draw against Colombia. Luis Diaz shines with stunning solo goal.
Lionel Messi asked to be subbed off late in Argentina’s 1-1 draw with Colombia. Luis Diaz scored a brilliant solo goal, silencing the home crowd at Estadio Monumental.

5. South Africa elects to bowl first against Australia in WTC final at Lord’s under cloudy skies.
South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first against Australia in the WTC final. Captain Temba Bavuma called it a massive occasion with strong fan support in stands.

1. India’s exports hit record $825 billion in 2024-25, set to exceed this in FY26 despite global geopolitical challenges.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India remains resilient amid global conflicts. Exports rose from $778 billion to $825 billion in 2024-25, with more growth expected in FY26.

2. India and US discuss market access, digital trade in talks on bilateral trade agreement. First tranche targeted by fall 2025.
India and US held week-long talks on a multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement. Both sides agreed to continue negotiations aiming to conclude the first phase by September-October 2025.

3. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges regulators to speed up refund of unclaimed amounts through district-level camps.
In the FSDC meeting, FM Sitharaman called for quick refund processes of unclaimed funds. Special district camps will be held to ensure rightful owners receive their money promptly.

4. India and US discuss market access, digital trade, customs in ongoing talks on bilateral trade agreement’s initial tranche.
India and US teams held week-long deliberations on the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement. Both sides agreed to continue talks to finalize the first phase soon.

5. India ranks second after China in smartphone assembly for Samsung and Apple, says S&P Global Ratings report.
S&P Global highlights India and Vietnam as key tech manufacturing hubs in Asia. Low labor costs favor smartphone production despite tariff risks for Apple, Samsung, and suppliers.

1. Southwest monsoon set to return after two-week pause, bringing heavy rain to Karnataka, Konkan, and Goa regions.
After stalling near Maharashtra since May 29, the monsoon will revive between June 12-15. North India may face ongoing heatwaves even as southern areas receive heavy to very heavy rainfall.

2. Middle troposphere cyclone triggers heavy rainfall and thunderstorms over Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Maharashtra.
The weather system is expected to cause intense downpours and storms, especially in central Karnataka and southern states. Isolated heavy rain warnings have been issued to keep residents prepared for possible flooding.

3. Severe heatwave continues in northwest India, with Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh experiencing high temperatures.
Despite monsoon progress elsewhere, northwest India remains hot and dry. Temperatures soar above normal, posing health risks. Light rains expected around Delhi and Rajasthan may bring slight relief starting June 13.

4. Kerala under orange alert as heavy rains and strong winds expected along the coast with gusts up to 55 kmph.
Kannur and Kasaragod districts face heavy rainfall between 11-20 cm with squally weather. Coastal residents are urged to take precautions against possible flooding and wind damage over the next few days.