School assembly current affairs: National, international and business news roundup for 29 July

Good morning, everyone. Here is a clear and student-friendly roundup of the most important national, international, legal and business news of the day. Each update explains what happened, where it happened, and why it matters. Staying informed helps students better understand current affairs in India and around the world.

• RAF used plastic pellets during CJP protest control

The Rapid Action Force used non-lethal weapons, including plastic pellets, while controlling protesters during the July 20 ‘Sansad Chalo’ march near Jantar Mantar in New Delhi. Officials said the action was carried out under directions from a Delhi Police officer, according to official records.

• AISA alleges crackdown on student protesters

The All India Students’ Association accused authorities of taking action against students protesting alleged examination paper leaks. The organisation demanded the release of detained activists and said peaceful protesters should not face punitive measures.

• BJP says genuine students must be protected amid protests

The BJP said the Supreme Court’s interim order on NEET protest-related petitions distinguished between genuine student protesters and those involved in violence. The party said peaceful dissent is acceptable but violence cannot be allowed.

• Akhilesh Yadav says student protests forced government response

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said the government was compelled to respond to demands raised by students protesting over the NEET paper leak issue. He said the movement received support from parents as well.

• Chennai airport passengers stranded for hours

Hundreds of passengers were stranded at the international terminal of Chennai airport due to disruptions during peak morning hours. Travellers heading to destinations including London, Dubai, Singapore, Myanmar and Doha faced delays.

• Rain-related incidents claim 18 lives in Thane

Eighteen people have died in rain-related incidents in Maharashtra’s Thane district since the beginning of the monsoon season. Officials said more than 790 people have been affected due to landslides, wall collapses and flooding.

• 16 Maoists surrender before Jharkhand Police

Sixteen Maoists surrendered before Jharkhand Police in Ranchi. Among them were six members carrying a combined bounty of Rs 39 lakh, including a Maoist leader wanted in several cases.

• Supreme Court protects peaceful NEET protesters from coercive action

The Supreme Court directed states not to take coercive action against protesters who do not have criminal records in connection with the recent student-led agitation. The court also ordered the release of detained minors under certain conditions.

• Delhi HC asks EC to reduce burden on teachers during SIR work

The Delhi High Court asked the Election Commission to ensure that school teachers involved in the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls are not overburdened. The court highlighted the need to protect students’ right to education.

• Government summons Meta over removal of PM Modi’s post

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology summoned Meta officials after a social media post by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was removed. Meta later acknowledged an error and restored the content, while the government sought further explanation.

• Curfew continues in Nepal’s Sunsari amid tensions

A curfew remained in place in parts of Nepal’s Sunsari district near the Indian border after communal violence left one person dead and several others injured. Authorities continued monitoring the situation.

• Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets Chinese official

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Li Wentang, Vice President of the Communist Party of China’s Central Party School, during his visit to Beijing. The discussions focused on future cooperation and exchanges between the two countries.

This concludes today’s school assembly news briefing for 29 July 2026.