Today’s School Assembly Headlines (19th January 2026): DGCA fines IndiGo Airlines over ₹22 crore, Stage 4 of GRAP in Delhi NCR and Other News in English

19th January, School Assembly News Headlines Today: Stories on global issues, local news, and school events help children see the world from a wider angle. By considering the relationships between different events and how they could impact our lives, students can engage in critical thinking while they watch these news shows. At school assemblies, a range of topics are discussed, some of which are unrelated to the classroom. View the headlines for each of the following:

National News Headlines for School Assembly

• PM Modi Launches Landmark Wildlife Corridor Project in Kaziranga to Balance Development and Conservation

• Delhi Police Dismantle Major Cross-Border Network with Arrest of Key Bishnoi Gang Operative

• Kishtwar Encounter: Fierce Gun Battle Erupts Between Security Forces and Terrorists in Singhpora

• India Negotiates Consular Access and Legal Aid for 16 Sailors Detained in Iran

• Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi Launches PM Vishwakarma Haat 2026 in New Delhi

• India and Japan Coast Guards Conduct Joint Chemical Spill Response Drill in Mumbai

• Delhi NCR Enters GRAP Stage 4 Restrictions as Air Quality Index Crosses Severe 400 Mark

International News Headlines for School Assembly

• Controversy Erupts Over Trump’s Proposal for Permanent ‘Board of Peace’ Seats Reportedly Priced at $1 Billion

• The US military confirmed a retaliatory strike in Syria that killed a senior leader of the Islamic State responsible for orchestrating a deadly ambush on security forces.

• Bangladesh: Media convention emphasizes independent journalism as the voice of truth to governments.

• US President Donald Trump calls for the end of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s rule in Iran.

• Nobel Peace Prize inseparable from laureate, award body says after Trump gets medal from Machado

• Taiwan says Chinese drone made ‘provocative’ flight over South China Sea island

Sports News Headlines for School Assembly

• India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: Shubman Gill Wins Toss, Elects to Field First in Series Decider

• Manchester Derby: Michael Carrick Leads Man United to Stunning 2-0 Win Over Man City in First Match

• Scholes and Butt Raise Concerns Over Man United's Ability to Stop Erling Haaland in High-Stakes Derby

• IND vs NZ Final ODI: India Chooses to Bowl Against New Zealand Following Successful Toss in Indore

10 Exciting Questions for School Assembly: 

1. Question: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched a major Wildlife Corridor Project in which the famous Indian National Park is known for one-horned rhinos? 

Answer: Kaziranga National Park.

2. Question: In the sport of cricket, which legendary South African fast bowler is the primary inspiration for India’s rising U19 star Henil Patel? 

Answer: Dale Steyn.

3. Question: What is the name of the emergency action plan recently triggered in Delhi NCR (Stage 4) to combat "Severe" air pollution levels? 

Answer: GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan).

4. Question: Which planet in our solar system is the only one that rotates on its side, making it look like a rolling ball? 

Answer: Uranus.

5. Question: Who was the former Manchester United player that recently led the team to a 2-0 victory over Manchester City in his first game as head coach? 

Answer: Michael Carrick.

6. Question: What is the term for a natural phenomenon where a sudden, violent displacement of water creates a series of giant waves? 

Answer: Tsunami.

7. Question: In the world of technology, what is the name of the AI chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s company, xAI? 

Answer: Grok.

8. Question: Which imaginary line of latitude passes through the middle of India, dividing the country into almost two equal halves? 

Answer: The Tropic of Cancer.

9. Question: What is the name of the prestigious international award that Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov won in 2021, which was recently in the news regarding a medal gifted by María Corina Machado? 

Answer: The Nobel Peace Prize.

10. Question: What is the chemical symbol for the element Gold on the Periodic Table? 

Answer: Au (from the Latin word Aurum).

Thought of the day:

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished." – Lao Tzu 

Word of the day:

Conservation

Definition: The careful preservation and protection of something, especially planned management of a natural resource. 

Example: "The new project at Kaziranga is a major step toward wildlife conservation in India."

Headlines from school assemblies are significant because they inform everyone about world happenings. Reputable sources guarantee correct information, which keeps students informed and gives them a better grasp of current affairs.