Key Headlines for School Assembly on June 8: National and International Updates
National News Highlights
1. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar stated, 'We will not tolerate the equivalence of perpetrators of evil with their victims.'
2. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah extended Eid al-Adha greetings amidst ongoing restrictions at Jamia Masjid.
3. In a shocking incident in Jharkhand, a man under the influence of alcohol assaulted a 5-year-old girl in Ranchi after enticing her with mangoes from a wedding reception.
4. In Lucknow, a 21-year-old suspect in the abduction and rape of a toddler was killed in an encounter.
5. Tejashwi Yadav narrowly avoided an accident when a truck collided with his convoy in Vaishali, Bihar.
International News Updates
1. Donald Trump reiterated his claim that he prevented a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan.
2. Ukraine faced one of the most intense Russian airstrikes, involving 400 drones and 40 missiles, with President Zelenskyy expressing concern for those trapped under debris.
3. Pakistan expressed its discontent over PM Modi's comments regarding the Pahalgam terror attack, labeling them as misleading.
4. The India-Central Asia dialogue condemned terrorism and emphasized the need for collaborative efforts.
5. Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus announced that Bangladesh's elections are scheduled for April next year.
Entertainment News Roundup
1. Raj Kumar Santoshi reflected on 'The Legend Of Bhagat Singh' as it marks its 23rd anniversary, praising Ajay Devgn's dedication to embodying the character.
2. The endings of 'Housefull 5 A and B' are explained, revealing the identity of the killer in both versions.
3. Shreyas Talpade shared his excitement about returning to comedy in 'Housefull 5', stating that making people laugh is a true blessing.
4. Deepika Padukone has joined the cast of Allu Arjun and Atlee's upcoming film after stepping away from the Prabhas-starrer 'Spirit'.
5. 'Thug Life' saw a significant drop in box office collections on its second day, disappointing fans of Kamal Haasan.
Business News Insights
1. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has attached financial assets of Mehul Choksi for a recovery of ₹2.1 crore.
2. Elon Musk's Starlink has received a license from the Ministry of Telecommunications.
3. RBI Governor announced that no credit appraisal is required for gold loans up to ₹2.5 lakh.
4. The Reserve Bank of India has reduced the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5% as part of its liquidity adjustment facility.
5. Tesla shares plummeted by 14% amid a public dispute between Trump and Musk.
Sports News Highlights
1. Novak Djokovic reflected on his career after a semifinal loss to Jannik Sinner, hinting at a possible retirement.
2. Ricky Ponting discussed the potential batting order for India, suggesting Shubman Gill might lead and bat at number four.
3. Stat highlights from the first T20I match against West Indies showcase Jos Buttler's record-breaking performance.
4. Scottish cricketer Brandon McMullen achieved a historic ODI double, surpassing several cricket legends.
5. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has pledged to implement safety guidelines following a stampede during an RCB celebration that resulted in 11 fatalities.
Thought of the Day
Every sunrise is a new chapter in your life waiting to be written. Make today count.