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News Headlines for School Assembly, October 30, 2025: From Kerala govt pausing the implementation of PM SHRI scheme to former India captain Rohit Sharma becoming the oldest Indian cricketer to become the world’s No. 1 ODI batter, here are the top news highlights for October 30th. Top National News: – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday stated that amid global tensions, trade disruptions, and shifting supply chains, India stands as a symbol of strategic autonomy, peace, and inclusive growth. – The Kerala government has paused all procedures related to the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) scheme following strong opposition from the Communist Party of India (CPI), a key ally in the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF). – Wing Commander Shivangi Singh, India’s only woman Rafale pilot, was part of a landmark moment on Wednesday as President Droupadi Murmu undertook a historic sortie in the French-made fighter jet from the Ambala Air Force Station, which houses the first fleet of India’s advanced combat aircraft and the elite Golden Arrows Squadron. Top International News: – US President Donald Trump on Wednesday expressed his hope of reaching a trade agreement with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their upcoming meeting, showing optimism about improving ties between the two economic giants. – The United States and South Korea will maintain reciprocal tariffs at 15 per cent and reduce tariffs on automobiles and auto parts. Top Sports News: – Rohit Sharma has become the fifth Indian cricketer after Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill to achieve the No. 1 position in the ICC ODI batter’s rankings. Top News in Business: – Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty — ended higher on Wednesday, tracking positive global cues and investor optimism ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy outcome. The BSE Sensex climbed 368.97 points, or 0.44%, to close at 84,977.13, while the NSE Nifty50 gained 117.7 points, or 0.45%, to end at 26,053.9. Top News in Education: – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced on Wednesday that the National Law University (NLU) will begin operations in the valley starting from April next year. – UGC has identified 22 fake universities across India operating without approval and warned students against enrolling in these unrecognised institutions offering invalid degrees.
