By Archit Gupta,Education And Careers Desk,News18

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News Headlines for School Assembly, September 23, 2025: Here’s the latest update from India and around the world, covering national developments, international events, sports highlights and business news.
Top National News

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the famous Mata Tripura Sundari temple in Udaipur, Tripura. He offered prayers and inaugurated new development and beautification projects. The visit is part of efforts to promote religious and heritage tourism.
An Indian national and Singapore permanent resident, 46-year-old Ankit Sharma, was sentenced on Monday to four years in jail and six strokes of the cane for assaulting a woman during a meeting related to work.
The Supreme Court has asked Delhi Police to respond to the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the Delhi riots conspiracy case. The next hearing is on October 16.
The Supreme Court observed during a hearing that it might be time to “decriminalise defamation.” The comment has triggered debate on whether India should reform its defamation laws.
A BJP leader has alleged a ₹100 crore scam at the Tirumala temple, claiming money from donation boxes was misused. The Andhra Pradesh High Court has asked the CID to seize records and investigate.
The Karnataka government has launched a statewide caste census. The move has sparked political controversy, with the BJP calling it a “political stunt” to divide society.

The Uttar Pradesh government has banned caste-based rallies, as well as caste stickers and signboards on vehicles, to promote social harmony.

Top International News

Airstrikes by the Pakistan Air Force in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reportedly killed at least 30 civilians, including women and children. Human rights groups have condemned the attack.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif said the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is the country’s “last chance” to benefit from Chinese investment and urged fast project completion.
Super Typhoon Ragasa is expected to hit Hong Kong in the next 36 hours. Authorities have warned that the airport may be forced to close.
The UK is considering removing visa fees for high-skilled foreign workers, a move that could attract professionals, especially from India, amid US visa restrictions.
Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa attended the UN General Assembly in New York, the first time a Syrian leader has joined the UN meetings since 1967.
US President Donald Trump paid tribute to late conservative activist Charlie Kirk, calling him a “martyr for freedom,” and vowed to defend free speech.

Top Sports News

Indian U19 player Abhigyan Kundu scored an unbeaten 87 runs to guide India to a seven-wicket win against Australia in the first ODI.
Polish tennis star Iga Swiatek won the Korea Open, her third title of 2025, moving closer to reclaiming the World No. 1 spot.
South African cricketer Quinton de Kock has come out of ODI retirement and joined the squad for the Pakistan tour.
PSG will not attend the Ballon d’Or awards in Paris due to a league match clash with Marseille. The club clarified it is not a boycott.

Top Business News

US tech stocks dropped after President Trump announced higher fees for H-1B visas, raising costs for firms that employ Indian tech workers.
India’s Chief Economic Adviser said the new GST reforms will push GDP growth toward the higher end of 6.3–6.8% in FY26.
Indian IT companies say the new H-1B visa fee will not significantly impact them, as only 3–5% of their workforce is on H-1B visas.