School Assembly News Headlines, 5 December 2025: National, International, Business and Sports Updates

Staying informed about the latest developments from India and around the world helps students understand what is happening beyond their classrooms. Each day brings a mix of policy updates, global events, economic changes, and sports achievements that shape our society. Here are the detailed updates for 5 December 2025.

National News

• A Delhi court has extended the NIA custody of Jasir Bilal Wani, an accused in the Red Fort blast case, by seven days.
• In West Bengal, the Calcutta High Court has upheld the jobs of 32,000 primary teachers by dismissing a previous single-judge order that questioned the recruitment process.
• The government has also announced a plan to establish 50,000 new Atal Tinkering Labs in schools across India to help students learn STEM subjects through hands-on activities.
• A vigilance court in Kerala has rejected the bail plea of former TDB president N Vasu in the case concerning the missing gold from the Sabarimala shrine sanctum.
• Analysts report that India’s current account deficit has widened to 1.3% of GDP in the second quarter of FY26, mainly due to an increase in gold imports.

International News

• HSBC has appointed Brendan Nelson as its new chairman, replacing Mark Tucker, returning to its practice of choosing leadership from within its ranks.
• The search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 will resume on 30 December, more than ten years after the aircraft went missing with 239 people on board.
• The Trump Administration has stopped processing immigration and citizenship applications from 19 non-European countries, affecting applicants seeking entry or citizenship in the US.

Business News

• The European Council has reached an agreement with the European Parliament to phase out Russian gas imports by 2027 as part of efforts to reduce energy dependence.
• China’s services activity grew at its slowest pace in five months in November, according to a private PMI survey that reported weaker new orders despite continued foreign demand.
• Analysts say that a planned bundle involving Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery’s streaming services may reduce subscription costs for consumers, as both platforms would be offered together.

Sports News

• India’s junior hockey team has entered the FIH Junior World Cup Quarterfinals after defeating Switzerland 5–0.
• Former England cricketer Robin Smith has passed away at the age of 62.
• Erling Haaland has become the fastest footballer to reach 100 Premier League goals, surpassing the previous record set by Alan Shearer.
• Cricketer Harshit Rana has admitted to breaching the ICC Code of Conduct and has received an official reprimand.
• Virat Kohli has informed the Delhi and District Cricket Association that he will be available for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, giving a major boost to the team ahead of the tournament.