News Headlines for School Assembly, November 19, 2025: Today, we bring you the top news from India and across the world. From important national updates to international events, as well as key developments
in business and sports, here’s everything you need to know to stay informed and aware.
Top National News:
- Security agencies in Delhi went on alert on Tuesday after multiple court complexes received bomb threats. Checks and increased deployment were carried out at Tis Hazari, Saket, Dwarka, Patiala House, and Rohini courts.
- A top CPI (Maoist) commander, Madvi Hidma, has been killed in an encounter in Sukma. Hidma was one of the most-wanted Naxal leaders in central India and carried a bounty of Rs 25-50 lakh. He was behind several deadly attacks on police and paramilitary forces over the last decade.
- The Union Health Ministry is overhauling recruitment rules for the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI). The changes come as the leadership of the country’s top drug regulatory agency, CDSCO, faces scrutiny.
Top International News:
- Ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India, Russia showcased an upgraded Su-57 fighter jet at the Dubai Air Show. Russia has offered India a package including weapons, licensed production, and technology transfer.
- US President Donald Trump said he is open to both military action and diplomacy in Latin America. He mentioned the possibility of strikes in Mexico while also expressing willingness to speak with Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro.
- Six months after India struck multiple positions in Pakistan during the May 2025 conflict, satellite images suggest Islamabad is still repairing the damage, including a nuclear weapons storage site at Kirana Hills.
- US Representatives Ami Bera and Joe Wilson introduced a bipartisan resolution recognising the strategic partnership between the United States and India.
Top Business News:
- Morgan Stanley predicts a strong year ahead for Indian markets. The BSE Sensex could rise to 1,07,000 in a bull scenario or 95,000 in a base case, showing a potential 13% growth. Analysts say India’s market is set for recovery due to macro support, policy easing, and rising earnings.
- Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that good news on the proposed India-US trade pact can be expected once a fair deal is finalised. He emphasised protecting the interests of farmers, fishermen, and small industries during negotiations.
Top Sports News:
- Kuldeep Yadav, part of India’s Test squad for the ongoing series against South Africa, has asked for leave to get married later in November. Team management will decide on his availability based on match requirements.
- Pakistan batsman Babar Azam has been fined 10% of his match fee by the ICC for breaching the code of conduct during the third ODI against Sri Lanka. He was found guilty of a Level 1 violation.
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