School assembly news headlines and Thought for the Day [16 December 2024]

New Delhi: A school assembly is an important part of the school’s daily academic routine. It is a platform where students and teachers come together to promote a sense of community and begin the day on a positive note. The school assembly also updates the students about the important events held in the country. Held in the morning, it sets the tone for the entire day with exercises that encourage discipline, timeliness, and collective participation.

Assemblies often begin with a prayer, offering students a chance to reflect and instil the values of gratitude and mindfulness. It is then followed by national songs or anthems that evoke a sense of pride and patriotism. Students also get encouraged to share updates on current events, deliver speeches on related topics, or present cultural performances. It also helps in overcoming the stage fear and instil public speaking skills.

Thought for the Day in English for school assembly

Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.

School assembly news headlines today

National news headlines for school assembly

In the first cabinet expansion of the 10-day-old Devendra Fadnavis-led government, 39 legislators from Mahayuti allies were sworn in on Sunday. The reshuffle introduced 16 new faces, while 10 former ministers were dropped from the cabinet.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised the need for a “foreign policy for Viksit Bharat” on Sunday. He highlighted the necessity of adapting India’s foreign policy to address the changing global landscape.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced in Nagpur that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) will probe the murder of a Beed sarpanch. Three culprits have been arrested so far, and efforts are underway to apprehend the remaining four suspects.
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) unveiled its final list of candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections on Sunday. Party leader Arvind Kejriwal took a jibe at the BJP, claiming the party lacks a chief ministerial candidate.
Renowned tabla maestro Zakir Hussain has been hospitalized in San Francisco due to heart-related complications. His friend and flautist Rakesh Chaurasia confirmed on Sunday that Hussain is currently in the ICU.

International news headlines for school assembly

The controversy surrounding an alleged Chinese spy who infiltrated Buckingham Palace as a close aide to Prince Andrew gained traction on Sunday. Reports reveal that the individual also had meetings with former British Prime Ministers David Cameron and Theresa May, raising questions about security lapses at the highest levels of government.
Film enthusiasts and cultural advocates in Pakistan gathered at the historic Kapoor Haveli in Peshawar on Saturday to celebrate the centenary of iconic Bollywood filmmaker and actor Raj Kapoor. The event paid tribute to his enduring influence on South Asian cinema and his family’s ties to the city.
A Ukrainian drone struck a campus of Russia’s National Guard in Chechnya on Sunday, escalating the ongoing conflict between Kyiv and Moscow. The attack follows a major airstrike by Russia on Ukraine.
Nepal’s Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak announced on Sunday that efforts are underway to secure a consensus among all political parties for amending the Constitution.
An inquiry commission established by Bangladesh’s interim government has uncovered evidence linking former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, along with senior military and police officials from her administration, to cases of enforced disappearances.

Sports news headlines for school assembly

In an action-packed day of cricket, Indian women cricketers delivered stellar performances on multiple fronts. Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues led the charge in the first T20I against West Indies, scoring half-centuries to propel India to a competitive 195 for four in the opening match of the three-game series.
Meanwhile, changes in cricket administration made headlines as BJP leader Ashish Shelar took oath as a cabinet minister in Maharashtra’s Devendra Fadnavis-led government, leaving the post of BCCI treasurer vacant.
In domestic cricket, Mumbai showcased exceptional team strength to claim the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, defeating a resilient Madhya Pradesh side by five wickets in Bengaluru.
The Women’s Premier League mini-auction for 2025 saw Mumbai cricketer Simran Shaikh steal the spotlight, becoming the costliest player of the event. She was snapped up by Gujarat Giants for a whopping Rs 1.90 crore, while veteran Indian player Sneh Rana went unsold.
Adding to India’s achievements, the U19 Women’s team registered a thumping nine-wicket victory over Pakistan in the T20 Asia Cup Group A clash. The triumph was powered by a brilliant four-wicket haul from 17-year-old spinner Sonam Yadav and a scintillating batting performance by G Kamilini.

Integrating a Thought for the Day helps set a positive tone. It encourages students to reflect, think critically, and develop a mindset geared toward learning and growth.

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