December 12, 2025 School Assembly News Headlines: Top national, global & sports updates for morning announcements

Stuck on what to read out during the school assembly? Don’t worry, here’s your crisp, student-friendly rundown of what’s happening around India and the world. From politics and the economy to global developments and sports action, these headlines will help students stay informed and ready for the day.

National News – 12 December 2025

• Mamata Banerjee issues stern warning
Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee warned officials that even removing one name from the voter list under the SIR system could lead to a dharna.

• India’s exports likely to rise
India’s exports are expected to jump by 15%, touching around $36 billion for November.


• Rupee hits a new low
The Indian rupee dipped to a record Rs 90.42 against the US dollar after the Federal Reserve’s latest rate cut.

• Mexico announces higher tariffs
Mexico imposed up to 50% tariffs on goods from India and several Asian countries.

• Green signal for water aerodromes
An expert committee approved the preparation of the terms of reference for seven water aerodromes in Andhra Pradesh.

International News – 12 December 2025

• Former ISI chief jailed
Pakistan’s court sentenced ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed to 14 years in prison.

• Earthquake hits Tibet
A mild 4.0-magnitude earthquake struck Tibet, with no major damage reported.

• Bangladesh prepares for elections
Bangladesh is gearing up for its first national election after Hasina’s exit, with the date expected soon.

• Trump unveils $1M ‘Gold Card’ visa
The United States introduced a high-value visa scheme allowing companies to retain foreign talent.

• US Fed cuts key rates again
The US Federal Reserve reduced interest rates for the third consecutive time.

Sports News – 12 December 2025

• IOC aims for early 2026 gender policy
IOC president Coventry set an early-2026 target to finalise a new Olympic gender-eligibility policy.

• Chess thriller: Carlsen vs Aronian
Magnus Carlsen meets Levon Aronian in the Freestyle Chess final, even as Carlsen seals the Grand Slam Tour title.

• Germany lift Junior Hockey World Cup
Germany grabbed their eighth Junior Hockey World Cup title, with Jasper Ditzer shining as the goalkeeping hero.

• India pull off stunning comeback
India scored four goals in the final quarter to claim the Junior Hockey World Cup bronze.

• Hyderabad braces for Messi mania
A photo with Lionel Messi is priced at Rs 10 lakh as Hyderabad gears up for the grand GOAT Tour Spectacle.

Inputs from agencies