School Assembly Headlines for August 26: Top national, international, sports and business updates

As we start a new day of learning, let’s pause to reflect on the important events shaping both our country and the world. The news for August 26, 2025, spans political updates, global affairs, sports milestones, and major economic developments—offering insights into our fast-changing world.

School Assembly Headlines for August 26: National news

IMD issues rain alerts across India; Jharkhand, Gujarat, Rajasthan, northeast and more brace for a wet week ahead
India entered the last week of August under widespread monsoon activity, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing rain alerts for multiple regions including Delhi, Mumbai, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and parts of the Northeast. From heavy showers in the northern hill states to steady rainfall along the western coast, weather officials have warned of possible flooding, waterlogging and travel disruptions in several districts through the week.


Sudarshan Chakra air defence system completes successful maiden test
India has carried out the first firing tests of a new Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) that consists of missiles and high-powered lasers to take down enemy air threats. The multi-layered system is designed to defeat threats ranging from incoming aircraft and missiles to drones using different weapons that can be engaged simultaneously.

Centre gives clearance to Defence Ministry, MDL to begin negotiations for Rs 70,000 crore submarine deal
After being stuck for over six months, the Centre has given clearance to the Defence Ministry and Mazagaon Dockyards Limited to begin negotiations for the deal to buy six submarines to be built in India with German support under 'Project 75 India'.

School Assembly Headlines for August 26: International news

Helicopter crashes into field on UK's Isle of Wight
A helicopter crashed into a field near a seaside resort town on Britain's Isle of Wight on Monday, police said. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said they were called at 9:24 a.m. (0824 GMT) over a report that a helicopter had come down in a field near Ventnor.

Flesh-eating screwworm in the US
The United States has reported its first human case in decades of the flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm, according to a Reuters report. The infection was detected in a Maryland resident who had traveled from Guatemala and has since been treated.

School Assembly Headlines for August 26: Sports news

BCCI begins process to find new sponsor following Dream11's exit
Team India might be without a jersey sponsor for the Asia Cup as Dream11 is no longer the partner following government's ban on real money gaming platforms under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act. BCCI has now has begun the process to find a replacement, which is unlikely to be finalised in time for next month's Asia Cup.

Mirabai Chanu wins Commonwealth Championships gold on return to action
Returning to competition after a year-long hiatus, Mirabai Chanu produced a record-breaking performance to expectedly win the gold medal at the Commonwealth Championships in Ahmedabad on Monday.

School Assembly Headlines for August 26: Business news

State Bank of India asks RBI to allow banks to fund acquisitions
State Bank of India, the country's largest lender by assets, has requested the banking sector regulator to allow banks to finance acquisitions, its chairperson said on Monday.

School Assembly Headlines for August 26: Thought of the Day

“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” — Dalai Lama