School Assembly News Headlines, 6 August 2025: National, International, Business and Sports Updates

As students gather for the school assembly on 6 August 2025, here are the latest national, international, business and sports news headlines that give a quick overview of important developments across the world. These headlines are curated to keep young learners informed about major events, government decisions, international affairs, economic updates, and key moments in sports.

National News Headlines

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi was felicitated at the NDA meeting for the successful Operation Sindoor, which involved a major strategic initiative.


• Due to strong demand for exports, India’s Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose in July, marking its highest level in 11 months.


• Bus services were disrupted across Karnataka as transport workers began a strike, causing inconvenience to commuters in many districts.


• Security forces carried out a large anti-insurgency operation across several areas in Manipur amid rising tensions.


• The J&K government has taken possession of the historic Nedou’s Hotel in Gulmarg, following directions from the Supreme Court.


• Five Bangladeshi nationals were arrested for attempting to enter the Red Fort area without permission.


• India officially became the fifth largest aviation market in the world in 2024, marking a major milestone in the country’s air travel sector.

• US President Donald Trump has once again warned India of higher tariffs due to its continued oil trade with Russia.


• Nigeria is dealing with labour unrest while Kenya is facing serious issues of child exploitation, leading to concerns across Africa.


• In Bangladesh, the opposition party BNP has announced its plan to challenge the July Proclamation, citing breaches of the Constitution.


• The Russian government has criticised Trump’s tariff proposal, calling it unfair to developing nations in the Global South.

• Indian Toners has extended the anti-dumping duty on black toner powder imports till 2030, aiming to protect domestic manufacturers.


• Tesla shareholders have approved a $30 billion stock compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk, tied to long-term performance goals.


• JSW Cement’s Managing Director Parth Jindal has stated the company will prioritise organic growth instead of competing in big mergers and acquisitions for now.


• Eli Lilly, a major pharmaceutical company, has launched a strategic technology and innovation centre in Hyderabad.


• The CEO of Tata Power has predicted a rise in electricity demand from the end of August, possibly due to expected changes in weather patterns and consumption needs.


• Tata Power also plans to slow down the rollout of public EV charging infrastructure, citing a slowdown in electric vehicle adoption.

• Bengaluru FC has temporarily suspended the salaries of several players, including Sunil Chhetri, due to ongoing financial uncertainty in the Indian Super League (ISL).


• The India vs England Test series concluded with a 2–2 draw. Several records were broken during the matches played for the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy.


• Tennis player Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the upcoming Cincinnati Masters due to fitness concerns.


• Alexander Zverev will face Karen Khachanov in the semi-finals of the ATP tournament in Toronto.