If you’re a student on the lookout for news headlines to read out in your school assembly, you’re at the right place! We’ve compiled a list of the most
important national, international, and sports-related news items to keep students well-informed about the latest events happening both within the country and across the world. National News (India) 1. New Zealand create history with first-ever ODI series win in India; Kohli’s 124 goes in vain. 2. India’s economy likely to grow at 7% in FY27 despite global uncertainties, says CareEdge. 3. PM Modi stresses Eastern India’s role in growth, launches multiple development projects. 4. Election Commission extends voter registration and deletion deadline till January 19. 5. RJD to hold national executive meeting on January 25 to chart future strategy. 6. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma leaves for Davos to attend World Economic Forum. 7. India-Russia cultural ties in focus at New Delhi World Book Fair 2026. 8. Mauni Amavasya observed on January 18 with rituals across the country. 9. India prepares strong pitch at WEF Davos 2026 with focus on investment and AI. 10. Multi-state police crackdown under Operation Gang Bust leads to key arrests. World News 1. Global billionaire wealth hits record high as influence continues to grow, says Oxfam. 2. Vietnam’s Communist Party opens key congress to decide next leadership. 3. EU considers retaliatory tariffs amid rising tensions with the US over Greenland. 4. Dollar weakens as Trump escalates tariff threat against Europe. 5. Trump proposes India’s participation in Gaza peace initiative. 6. Scenes from around the world capture key moments on January 19, 2026. 7. Markets jittery as tariff threats drive investors towards safe-haven assets. 8. Global diplomacy and geopolitics dominate early discussions at Davos 2026. 9. Asian markets react cautiously amid trade uncertainty and currency pressure. 10. Micron’s major acquisition boosts confidence in China’s semiconductor sector. Sports News 1. Mitchell and Phillips centuries power New Zealand to ODI series win over India. 2. Virat Kohli surpasses Ricky Ponting with his 54th ODI century. 3. Arjun Erigaisi stuns Praggnanandhaa; Gukesh settles for draw at Tata Steel Chess. 4. NBA spotlight on key clashes including Lakers vs Raptors and Rockets vs Pelicans. 5. India U-19 defeat Bangladesh in Under-19 World Cup clash. 6. Afghanistan outplay West Indies in Under-19 World Cup encounter. 7. Haryana Thunders thrash Punjab Royals in Pro Wrestling League match. 8. KogniVera Polo Cup 2026 unveiled in Jaipur with record-breaking trophy. 9. Lin Chun-yi and An Se-young win singles titles at India Open 2026. 10. BCCI announces India Women’s squad for upcoming Australia tour. 11. Santos line up to face Guarani, aiming to bounce back in the Paulistão Thought of the day English: Small, consistent efforts create the biggest changes over time. Hindi: छोटे लेकिन निरंतर प्रयास समय के साथ सबसे बड़े बदलाव लाते हैं। Follow us for more such headlines!
