News Headlines for School Assembly, Dec 10, 2025: Diwali added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list

The government on Tuesday directed IndiGo to cut its schedule by at least 10%, doubling the earlier 5% reduction ordered by the DGCA after widespread disruptions and daily flight cancellations.

US trade team in India for talks: A US trade team is in India to review bilateral trade ties as officials from both sides meet to assess pending issues and opportunities for cooperation. The discussions include market access, regulatory matters and sector-specific engagements ahead of upcoming economic dialogues.

International news

Seven-storey building fire in Jakarta kills several people: Multiple casualties were reported after a seven-storey building caught fire in Jakarta, leading to emergency evacuations and firefighting operations through the morning. Local authorities are assessing the cause and structural damage.

PM Modi defends Netanyahu’s global standing: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed support for Israel’s leadership, saying Benjamin Netanyahu maintains strong international connections. His remarks came after reports on diplomatic reactions to the Gaza conflict, detailed in coverage of Netanyahu’s ties with world leaders.

Fighting spreads along Thailand-Cambodia border
Tensions escalated along the disputed frontier as fighting between Thailand and Cambodia spread to more areas. Officials from both countries issued updates on troop movement and civilian safety measures.

Sports news

Puducherry cricket under scrutiny: Irregularities in player selection and eligibility have surfaced in an investigation into the Puducherry cricket setup, with governing bodies reviewing registration processes and past tournament records.

350 players shortlisted for IPL 2026 auction
The IPL 2026 auction list includes 350 players for 77 available spots. The auction will be held in Abu Dhabi on December 16, involving domestic and overseas names across capped and uncapped categories.

Business news

India proposes royalty payments from AI firms: A government panel has recommended that AI companies pay creators for use of copyrighted material, as outlined in a new proposal on royalty payments at rates set by a government panel. The recommendations will be tabled before relevant ministries for further examination.

Tata Group signs Intel as first large customer for chip project: The Tata Group’s semiconductor venture has secured Intel as its first major client for its $14-billion fabrication project. The agreement was confirmed in reports on the Intel-Tata semiconductor collaboration.

Education news

NCERT Class 7 textbook adds references to security challenges: The revised Class 7 political science textbook includes new references to cross-border tensions and attacks, including those linked to Pakistan-supported terror groups and China-related disputes. Officials said the updates aim to reflect recent national security developments.

Assam CM gifts scooters to meritorious students: Under a state government initiative, students in Assam who scored above 80% in board exams received scooters from Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The distribution was carried out at an official ceremony attended by state education officials.