Here are the top news headlines for school assembly on 11 August 2025, drawn from trusted sources: Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the much-anticipated Yellow Line of the Bengaluru Metro.
National News
1. Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line Inaugurated: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the long-awaited “Yellow Line” of the Bangalore Metro Rail. The 19.15 km corridor, which connects R.V. Road to Bommasandra, is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion.
2. India’s Lion Population Rises: India’s Asiatic lion population has shown a remarkable increase, rising from 674 in 2020 to 891 in 2025. This growth is attributed to an increase in the number of adult female lions, which boosts the species’ reproductive capacity.
3. Parliamentary Session Adjourned: Both houses of the Indian Parliament were adjourned due to protests by opposition parties demanding a discussion on the revision of Bihar’s electoral rolls and other issues.
4. Army Builds Bridge in Uttarakhand: The Indian Army constructed a 90-foot Bailey bridge in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi to restore connectivity to areas affected by recent cloudbursts and floods. This swift action has enabled rescue teams to reach stranded residents.
5. India-US Trade Tensions: The Ministry of External Affairs is set to brief a parliamentary committee on the relationship with the United States following the imposition of new tariffs by the US administration.
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International News
1. Israel-Gaza Conflict: US President Donald Trump has signaled tacit approval for Israel’s plan to take over Gaza, while also pledging US-led humanitarian aid.
2. Lula and Putin Discuss Ukraine: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss peace in Ukraine and plan a BRICS meeting.
3. Turkey Earthquake: A magnitude 6.1 earthquake has hit western Turkey, though details on damage and casualties are not yet fully available.
Sports News
1. World Games 2025: Rishabh Yadav has won India’s first individual medal at the World Games 2025, a bronze in men’s compound archery.
2. Indian Women Boxers Excel: Indian women boxers have performed exceptionally well at the U19 Asian Championships, securing a total of nine medals, including two gold.
3. Sanju Samson Credits Coach Gambhir: Indian cricketer Sanju Samson has credited a conversation with coach Gautam Gambhir for a significant boost in his confidence and form.
4. New Zealand Wins Test Series: New Zealand has sealed the Test series against Zimbabwe with their biggest-ever victory, winning by an innings and 359 runs.
Thought of the Day
“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” – Nelson Mandela
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