29th December, School News Headlines Today: The morning assembly is a much-known school tradition that has been followed for a long time. The assembly involves all teachers and students gathering on the grounds of the hall at the start of the day.
The structure of the assembly isn’t set and can vary from school to school, but the primary activities remain the same. The principal gives a speech, and students read the news headlines. Talent exhibitions, debates, speeches and fun role plays can also be included in the school assembly.
Prayers, yoga and physical exercise can also be a part of the morning school assembly as well. However, today we bring you the latest news headlines, which increase awareness among the students about global and domestic affairs.
You can check out the news headlines for 29 December to be read during the morning school assembly below.
National News Headlines for Today’s School Assembly December 29
1) The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) designated the Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction) as an “unlawful association” for five years under the Anti-terror Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
2) A fertilizer plant in North Chennai’s Ennore area experienced an ammonia gas leak, leading to the hospitalization of over 50 overs.
3) India and Russia signed agreements for the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in Tamil Nadu.
4) The death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans in Qatar were commuted after the MEA’s intervention.
5) Over 130 flights were delayed at Delhi airport due to dense fog, while IMD predicted more fog and rain over the weekend.
6) India recorded over 700 new cases of COVID-19 after the spread of the JN.1 variant.
International News for Today’s School Assembly
- Pakistan successfully tested the advanced rocket system Fatah-II with a 400-kilometer range.
- The US released fresh $250 million aid in arms and equipment to Ukraine.
- Israeli strikes across Gaza killed dozens of Palestinians as the war showed no signs of stopping. Israel warned it may last months.
- Xi Jinping made big claims about China’s reunification with Taiwan and vowed to retaliate to Phillipines’ provocations in the South China Sea.
- Israel said Hezbollah was paying a heavy price for attacks on Northern Israel.
Sports News for Today’s Assembly
- India vs South Africa Test: The Proteas lead by 156 runs on Day 3 of the first test match.
- India is set to miss the Davis Cup match hosted by Pakistan over a travel ban for Indian players.
- Suspended WFI chief Sanjay Singh opposed the IOA-appointed ad-hoc committee and accused the government of not following proper procedure.
- Manchester City beat Everton 3-1 in a strong comeback in the Premier League.
Important Days on 29 December
- International Cello Day
- Mongolia Independence Day
Thought of the Day
“Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent”
― Victor Hugo
