School Assembly News Headlines, 25 July 2025: National, International, Business and Sports Updates

As students gather for the morning assembly on 25 July 2025, here is a detailed round up of the most important national, international, business and sports news they should be aware of. These updates will help young minds stay informed about major events taking place in India and around the world. From political meetings and new development plans to key international events and exciting sports achievements, today’s news touches on a wide range of topics.

National News

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in London to meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Their discussion is expected to focus on trade and global cooperation.
• The Election Commission of India has started preparations for the upcoming Vice-President election.
• India and Nepal have signed an agreement to improve legal cooperation and are also discussing a possible extradition treaty.
• The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has carried out raids at six locations in Hyderabad in connection with a suspected bank fraud.
• India and China held diplomatic talks to maintain peace and reduce tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
• In Rajasthan, a five-year plan is being developed to supply piped natural gas to households across the state.

• India has sent a team of doctors to Bangladesh to assist survivors of a recent air crash, as part of its humanitarian outreach.
• Soldiers from Thailand and Cambodia reportedly clashed near a disputed border area, raising concerns in the region.
• A new summit between the European Union and China has begun, with strained relations expected to dominate the discussions.
• Qatar Airways is facing a lawsuit amid rising regional tensions involving Gaza, Iran, and Afghanistan.

• India’s largest importer of liquefied natural gas (LNG), Petronet, is looking to raise a local loan worth $1.4 billion to support future projects.
• UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has described the proposed Free Trade Agreement with India as the biggest trade deal since Brexit.
• Tilaknagar Industries has announced its acquisition of Pernod Ricard India's Imperial Blue whiskey brand for ₹4,150 crore.
• Fintech company Perfios has launched a new GenAI platform designed to improve processes in banking and insurance.

• Liverpool Football Club has completed the signing of French striker Hugo Ekitike for £69 million, strengthening their attack for the upcoming season.
• Divya Deshmukh has made history by becoming the first Indian to reach the final of the FIDE Women’s World Cup.
• In women’s football, Spain defeated Germany 1-0 to qualify for the final of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025.
• At the Asia Junior Badminton Championship, India’s Tanvi Sharma and several others advanced to the next round.