School Assembly News Headlines Today (26.08.2026): Top National, International and Sports Updates
Reading news headlines during school assembly is a useful way for students to stay informed and build general knowledge. It also encourages critical thinking, improves vocabulary and develops English speaking skills. Here are today’s major headlines for Wednesday, August 26.
National News
Bihar students protest BPSC exams; clashes reported with police
Thousands of students protesting over BPSC examinations clashed with police in Patna after they were stopped from marching towards the chief minister’s residence.
Kharge, Rahul Gandhi ask PM Modi to revise caste census questionnaire
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi have urged the Centre to scrap the existing caste census questionnaire and prepare a new one after wider consultations.
Government approves transfer of DRDO missile technologies to Indian industry
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies for conventional missile systems to Indian defence companies for domestic production.
Parliament panel unanimously adopts report on NTA reforms
A parliamentary committee has unanimously adopted a draft report proposing reforms to the National Testing Agency (NTA), following differences over granting statutory status to the agency.
Aravalli panel faces criticism over field visits and consultations
Tribal, farmer and political leaders, along with conservationists, have told the Supreme Court-appointed Aravalli committee that its scientific study, public consultations and field visits were inadequate.
No new H1N1 strain identified, says ICMR chief
ICMR Director General Dr Rajiv Bahl said the rise in H1N1 infections is part of the seasonal influenza pattern, with most cases mild and self-limiting.
38 booked in Jharkhand over alleged molestation during exam protest
Police have registered a case against 38 people over the alleged molestation of an activist during a protest against irregularities in recruitment examinations in Ranchi.
SIA reopens probe into 1998 Wandhama massacre of Kashmiri Pandits
The Jammu and Kashmir State Investigation Agency has reopened its investigation into the killing of 23 Kashmiri Pandits, including toddlers, nearly three decades after the massacre.
Government to sell onions in Delhi at Rs 35 per kg
The government will sell onions at Rs 35 per kg in Delhi, offering consumers a price significantly below the prevailing average retail rate.
India steps up efforts to ensure safety of seafarers after pirate attacks
Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said all concerned agencies are working round the clock to protect Indian seafarers after two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals were hijacked by armed pirates off Yemen and Somalia.
Congress attacks Centre over caste census process
The Congress has criticised the government’s handling of the caste census, calling the current process unacceptable and demanding changes.
Supreme Court directs Tarun Tejpal to surrender within two weeks
The Supreme Court has rejected journalist Tarun Tejpal’s plea for exemption and directed him to surrender within two weeks to undergo his sentence in the 2013 rape case.
India increases US LPG and LNG purchases amid West Asia supply disruption
India is increasing purchases of LPG and LNG from the United States as the West Asia conflict affects supplies from traditional Gulf sources.
Government considers random drug tests for all commercial pilots
The civil aviation ministry is considering random psychoactive substance testing for all commercial pilots throughout the year.
International News
India-China hold Special Representatives talks on border and ties
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held talks on the India-China boundary issue and ways to improve bilateral relations.
Imran Khan’s party resubmits contempt plea in Pakistan Supreme Court
Pakistan’s jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s party has resubmitted a contempt petition after the Supreme Court raised objections to its earlier plea.
US sanctions four India-based companies over Iran oil trade
The United States has sanctioned four India-based companies accused of importing petroleum and petrochemical products from Iran.
Sports News
What went wrong for India at Hockey World Cup? Former stars break down the crisis
both India’s men’s and women’s national hockey teams crashed out of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, failing to reach the semifinals. These twin exits have laid bare a sport in deep crisis, triggering furious demands for accountability from former captains and icons of the game.