global updates, from PM Modi’s Chief Secretaries conference and President Murmu’s INS Vaghsheer sortie to dense fog chaos,
Ukraine talks and Smriti Mandhana crossing 10,000 international runs. [web:336][web:348]
🇮🇳 PM Modi Chairs Chief Secretaries Conference on Viksit Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is chairing the National Conference of Chief Secretaries focused on Viksit
Bharat 2047, infrastructure push and ease of living reforms.
The conference discusses agriculture, power, education, health and skilling, aiming to align state policies with national
priorities for long-term growth.
🇮🇳 President Murmu’s Submarine Sortie Draws Wide Praise
School-assembly round-ups continue to highlight President Droupadi Murmu’s historic sortie onboard INS Vaghsheer
at Karwar, noting it as a boost for women’s representation in defence.
Students are told how the President interacted with crew and reviewed India’s indigenous submarine capabilities
🇮🇳 Dense Fog Disrupts North India; Trains and Flights Hit
A fresh spell of dense to very dense fog blanketed Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Punjab, delaying dozens
of trains and several flights.
IMD said visibility dropped to 25–50 metres in many locations, and authorities advised motorists to drive slowly with fog
lights on.
🇮🇳 Eight Wagons of Goods Train Derail in Bihar’s Asansol Section
A goods train with coal wagons derailed near Asansol division on the Bihar–Jharkhand border, disrupting
interstate rail traffic for several hours.
No casualties were reported; restoration teams worked overnight to clear tracks and reroute affected passenger services
🇮🇳 UP Launches YAKSH AI App to Strengthen Policing
Uttar Pradesh government launched an AI-based policing app “YAKSH” to analyse crime patterns, track repeat
offenders and optimise police deployment. [web:348]
Officials say the app will integrate CCTV feeds and databases, helping reduce response time and improve public safety.
🇮🇳 Indian Government Welfare Review Continues to Plug Leakages
Policy briefings mention an ongoing Indian government welfare review assessing coverage gaps, duplication
and leakages across major schemes like PDS, MGNREGA, social pensions and health insurance. [web:344]
The review aims to tighten Aadhaar-enabled payments, clean beneficiary lists and simplify rules so vulnerable families
receive benefits on time.
🇮🇳 Delhi Reopens Online Teacher Training; MYAS Internship Scheme Announced
Delhi government has reopened its online professional development courses for teachers to improve digital
pedagogy and classroom practices. [web:348]
Separately, the Sports Ministry launched an internship scheme to train 452 young professionals for sports administration
and grassroots development.
🇮🇳 Smriti Mandhana Crosses 10,000 International Runs in 4th T20I
In the 4th T20I against Sri Lanka, Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to cross 10,000 international runs,
achieving the landmark with a fluent half-century.
The match also saw India clinch the series, underlining Mandhana’s status as the backbone of India’s batting line-up. [web:353]
🇺🇦 Ukraine Talks with US and Russia Show Limited Progress
International updates say talks involving Ukraine, the US and Russia produced limited progress on a peace
framework, with key gaps on territory and security guarantees.
Ceasefire violations and missile strikes continue on several fronts, keeping civilians under constant threat. [web:355]
🇹🇼 Taiwan Preps for Crucial Elections Amid China Tensions
Taiwan is preparing for **crucial presidential and legislative elections**, with candidates debating relations with Beijing,
defence and the economy.
China has warned against any move towards “independence”, while the US reiterates commitment to Taiwan’s self-defence. [web:344]
🇲🇲 Myanmar Election Aftermath & Global Concerns
After Myanmar’s controversial polls, global reactions highlight **fears of legitimising the junta** amid ongoing civil war
and suppression of opposition.
Rights groups call for targeted sanctions and renewed support for democratic forces and ethnic minorities. [web:349]
🇵🇰 Pakistan Recalls Shadab Khan for Sri Lanka T20Is
Pakistan named Shadab Khan in its 15-member T20 squad for the Sri Lanka tour after his return from shoulder
surgery and Big Bash League form, alongside uncapped batter Khawaja Nafay.
The selection is seen as key to stabilising Pakistan’s spin and middle-order options ahead of major tournaments. [web:353]
🌐 Zepto Files Confidential IPO Papers with SEBI
Quick-commerce start-up Zepto has filed confidential IPO papers with SEBI, aiming to raise around ₹11,000
crore through a domestic listing.
The company plans to use proceeds for dark-store expansion, technology upgrades and loan repayments, reflecting investor
appetite for grocery quick-delivery firms. [web:348]
🏏 Joe Root Leads England to Historic Ashes Win
In sports, Joe Root joined an elite list of batters as England secured a historic win in the 4th Ashes Test,
keeping the series alive.
Root’s century and all-round resilience drew praise, with analysts calling it one of England’s finest overseas comebacks. [web:344]
🧠 Thought of the Day & Word of the Day for Students
School assembly packs include a **Thought of the Day** on learning from failures and **Word of the Day: “Resilience”**, urging
students to bounce back from setbacks.
Teachers are encouraged to start morning sessions with short discussions linking the quote to students’ exam preparation. [web:347]