School assembly guide [26 July 2024]: Thought for the Day, news headlines and anchoring script

Mumbai: School assemblies serve as a unifying moment for the school community. They are opportunities to reinforce our school’s identity and goals, cultivating a sense of unity and shared purpose. More than a daily routine, assemblies are a vital platform for inspiring and motivating students. They help build self-confidence, broaden knowledge, stimulate creativity, and enhance aesthetic appreciation. Assemblies are occasions to celebrate achievements, share significant news, and learn about important global events.

In this article, we will provide key headlines from national, international, and sports news, thought for the day and an anchoring script to ensure everyone is well-informed and ready for the school assembly on July 26th.

Thought for the Day in English

“The greatest sin is to think yourself weak.” – Swami Vivekananda.

School assembly news headlines

Refer to the top national, international, and sports news headlines for school assembly:

National news for school assembly

The Union Law Ministry On Thursday notified the Rajya Sabha that there are currently 357 vacant judge positions across various High Courts in the country, with the Allahabad High Court experiencing the highest number of vacancies.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Thursday announced that the Maharashtra government will establish onion banks in various locations to aid farmers growing this perishable crop. During a review meeting of the initiative, the CM explained that onions will be stored using solar energy, enabling farmers to hold onto their produce until they secure better prices. The project will launch in Rahuri, Ahmednagar, with additional facilities to be set up promptly in Nashik, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Solapur—areas known for high onion production, according to the CM.
President Droupadi Murmu has renamed two significant halls in Rashtrapati Bhavan: ‘Durbar Hall’ is now ‘Ganatantra Mandap,’ and ‘Ashok Hall’ is now ‘Ashok Mandap.’ This change aims to align the atmosphere of the prestigious building with Indian cultural values and ethos.
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that 6,700 Indian students have returned from Bangladesh due to the violent clashes in the country. These clashes, which erupted weeks ago, were triggered by student protests against a controversial job quota system implemented by the Sheikh Hasina-led government. The violence has resulted in over 100 deaths.
A nine-judge Constitution Bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D.Y. Chandrachud delivered a landmark judgment in an 8:1 decision on July 25. The ruling determined that State Legislatures have the authority to tax mining lands and quarries independently of the Parliament’s Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act of 1957.

International news for school assembly

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, Sri Lanka’s former Army chief who orchestrated the military campaign that led to the defeat of the LTTE, officially announced his candidacy for the upcoming Presidential election on Thursday. He pledged to combat corruption and strengthen the economy.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Vientiane on Thursday to attend the ASEAN meeting and expressed his eagerness to strengthen India’s relationship with the bloc as the country celebrates ten years of its Act East Policy. Jaishankar was invited by Saleumxay Kommasith, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, to take part in the Foreign Ministers’ Meetings held under the ASEAN framework, including the ASEAN-India, East Asia Summit (EAS), and ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) formats.
Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has launched a series of attacks against his new campaign rival, Vice President Kamala Harris. He has labelled her as “unfit to rule” and characterised her as a “radical left lunatic” whom he believes voters will dismiss in the upcoming November election.
One of the two intense wildfires threatening the town of Jasper in the largest national park of the Canadian Rockies surged into the town on Wednesday, igniting buildings. Officials from Jasper National Park reported that the fire reached the Southern part of the town on Wednesday evening. Firefighters were engaged in battling several structural fires and focused on safeguarding critical infrastructure.
Typhoon Gaemi, which struck Taiwan, has caused flooding in low-lying areas, landslides, and significant damage to homes and businesses. The storm, which moved across the western Pacific, has resulted in 22 fatalities in the Philippines due to flooding and landslides, and three deaths in Taiwan. Additionally, over 220 people have been reported injured.

Sports news for school assembly

Ankita Bhakat led India to the women’s quarter-finals by achieving her season-best score of 666 points, securing the 11th position in the archery rankings series at the Paris Games 2024. Her teammates, Bhajan Kaur and Deepika Kumari, placed 22nd and 23rd, respectively, while Korea’s Sihyeon Lim set a new World Record with a score of 694 on Thursday.
India’s leading singles player, Sumit Nagal, will start his Paris Olympics campaign by facing French player Moutet Corentin, whom he previously defeated in April. If Nagal wins this match, he may encounter the formidable Australian world number six, Alex di Minaur, in the second round. Nagal, currently ranked 80th globally, has a 2-2 head-to-head record with Moutet, who is ranked 12 spots higher in the ATP singles rankings.
Three-time Grand Slam champion Angelique Kerber announced on Thursday that she will retire following the Paris Olympics. The 36-year-old German player has won Grand Slam titles at every major except the French Open at Roland Garros, where she will conclude her tennis career after the Paris Games. In the opening round, she will face four-time major winner Naomi Osaka from Japan.
Two-time Olympic tennis gold medalist Andy Murray withdrew from the singles competition at the Paris Games on Thursday and will only participate in doubles with Dan Evans. The 37-year-old Briton announced that these Olympics will mark the end of his career. Murray has faced numerous injuries, including a hip replacement in 2019 and, more recently, surgery last month to remove a spinal cyst.
On Thursday, the American Formula 1 team Haas announced that French driver Esteban Ocon will join the team next season, replacing Kevin Magnussen.

Anchoring script for school assembly

Anchor 1:
Good morning, everyone!
Welcome to our school assembly. I’m [Your Name] and this is my co-anchor [Co-Anchor’s Name]. We are thrilled to have you all here today as we come together to celebrate and share some exciting updates and inspirations.

Anchor 2:
Good morning, [Your School Name] family! We have an engaging and enriching session planned for you. Let’s begin with the ‘Thought for the Day,’ which will set a positive tone for our assembly. [Co-Anchor’s Name], over to you.

Anchor 1:
Thank you, [Your Name]. Today’s ‘Thought for the Day’ is: [Insert Thought for the Day]. This thought reminds us of [brief explanation or reflection on the thought]. Let’s carry this inspiration with us throughout the day.

Anchor 2:
Thank you for that inspiring thought. Now, let’s move on to the latest news highlights. Here are the key national, international, and sports headlines for today:

Anchor 1:
In national news: [Insert National News Headline and Brief Summary].
In international news: [Insert International News Headline and Brief Summary].
In sports: [Insert Sports News Headline and Brief Summary].

Anchor 2:
Thank you, [Your Name]. We now move on to celebrating some of our school’s recent achievements and upcoming events. [Insert details about achievements, upcoming events, or any special announcements].

Anchor 1:
Next, we have a special segment featuring [mention any guest speakers, performances, or presentations]. Please give a warm welcome to [Guest/Performance Name] as they [describe the performance or presentation].

Anchor 2:
As we approach the end of our assembly, let’s reflect on today’s theme and how we can incorporate the inspiration from the ‘Thought for the Day’ into our daily lives.

Anchor 1:
Before we conclude, let’s remind ourselves of the values we uphold as a school community: [mention school values or goals]. Let’s strive to embody these values in everything we do.

Anchor 2:
Thank you all for your attention and participation today. Let’s carry the energy and inspiration from this assembly into our classrooms and beyond. Have a great day ahead!

Anchor 1:
This is [Your Name] and [Co-Anchor’s Name] signing off. Until next time, keep shining and making us proud. Goodbye, everyone!

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