School Assembly News for April 12: Heatwave, IPL 2025 Drama, AI in Education & More

Key Highlights:

Top 5 News Stories of the Day – School Assembly News Headlines

• Tahawwur Rana Extradited: After 16 years, 2008 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Rana is brought back to India and placed in NIA custody for interrogation.
• China vs U.S. Trade War: China hikes tariffs on American imports to 125%, sparking fresh concerns over global economic stability.
• MS Dhoni Returns as CSK Captain: Dhoni takes back CSK captaincy but the team suffers a record-low score at Chepauk against KKR.
• KL Rahul Shines for Delhi Capitals: With an unbeaten 93*, KL Rahul leads Delhi Capitals to a commanding victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore.
• North India Heatwave Alert: Temperatures cross 40°C in several states; light rainfall expected in Delhi-NCR.

National News Headlines

• India gets Tahawwur Rana back for the 2008 Mumbai attacks trial; major win for national security agencies.
• Border Talks with Pakistan: Indian and Pakistani forces meet at the LoC in Poonch to reduce tension and coordinate better.
• Odisha Unites Health Schemes: Three major schemes merged into one for wider and better healthcare delivery.
• AI Innovation Push in Telangana: Government invites tech-based solutions to solve civic issues using public datasets.
• Heatwave in North India: IMD warns of soaring temperatures across Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan.

International News Headlines

• Tariff War Intensifies: China raises import taxes on U.S. goods from 84% to 125%.
• Mauritius Goes Solar: Joins hands with International Solar Alliance for renewable energy projects.
• Xi Jinping to Tour Southeast Asia: The Chinese President will visit Vietnam, Malaysia, and Cambodia from April 14–18.
• Trump Sounds Trade Warning: Says tariffs could return by July 9 if current trade deals stall.
• Dubai Builds ‘Bharat Mart’: India-UAE trade gets a boost with a new hub supporting Indian women-led enterprises.

Sports News Headlines

• Delhi Capitals Triumph: KL Rahul’s 93* leads DC past RCB in an IPL thriller.
• Dhoni’s Return Falls Flat: CSK collapses to their lowest-ever score at Chepauk under Dhoni’s new captaincy stint.
• Cricket in Olympics 2028: Six teams will play in Los Angeles as cricket returns to Olympic action after more than a century.
• F1 Japanese GP Update: Carlos Sainz penalized, stirring up the driver standings.
• New Zealand Sweeps Pakistan: Clean win for Kiwis in the ODI series.
• Major League Rugby Today: Free Jacks to face San Diego Legion in a key match.

Education News Headlines

• CBSE Embraces AI: New learning tools powered by artificial intelligence are being used to assist students with tailored learning.
• IIT JAM Counselling Extended: More time given for students to complete their option selections.
• NEP 2025 Highlights Skills: India’s upcoming education policy stresses vocational training and real-world skills in schools.
• AIIMS NORCET 8 Exam Today: Nursing aspirants to appear for the competitive exam.
• UKSSSC Recruitment Drive: 416 Group C posts announced, online applications open April 15 to May 15.
• UPSC NDA Exam on April 13: Final prep underway for one of the nation’s most respected entrance exams.
• India-UK Educational Partnership: Faster trade talks also aim to ease student exchanges and education agreements.

State News Headlines

• Tamil Nadu Politics Shake-Up: CM Stalin removes senior leader Ponmudi after a video controversy.
• Temple Tradition in Kerala: Flights paused for the grand Arattu procession at the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram.
• Odisha Combines Schemes: State’s new mega health initiative to serve larger populations more efficiently.
• Surat Workers on Strike: Diamond industry employees protest wage reductions across the city.
• PM Modi Calls for Fast Action: Urges authorities to ensure justice in Varanasi gang-rape case.
• Cybercrime Unit in Karnataka: New high-tech wing to tackle cyber threats and scams.

Word of the Day

Replete (adjective) – Fully stocked or filled with something.
Example: “Her notebook was replete with beautiful sketches and diagrams.”

Thought of the Day

“Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.”
— Robert Collier

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