School Assembly News Headlines for 22nd September: Top national, international, sports and business update

As we start a new day of learning, let’s pause to reflect on the important events shaping both our country and the world. The news for September 18, 2025, spans political updates, global affairs, sports milestones, and major economic developments—offering insights into our fast-changing world.

School Assembly News Headlines for 22nd September: National news

What can be made in India should be made within India itself, says PM Modi on 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' mission
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address to the nation, urged citizens, state governments, MSMEs and local enterprises to boost production and 'Make in India'. "What the nation needs and what can be made in India should be made within India itself," he said. "Mantra of Swadeshi gave strength to freedom movement, Swadeshi will also strength our quest for prosperity."

‘GST Bachat Utsav’ to begin in India tomorrow, PM Modi says reforms will boost savings
From tomorrow in the nation, 'GST Bachat Utsav' will commence, announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday. He said Indians' savings will increase and they will be able to buy their favourite things.

BJP to launch nationwide 'GST Savings Festival' from September 22 to 29
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to launch a nationwide campaign titled the "GST Savings Festival" from September 22 to September 29. As part of this special initiative, every BJP Member of Parliament (MP) has been directed to organise pad yatras or foot marches in the markets of their respective constituencies.

School Assembly News Headlines for 22nd September: International news

Nepal's national carrier to commence direct flight to Guangzhou, China
Nepal's national carrier on Sunday announced the launch of direct flights from the capital, Kathmandu, to Guangzhou, China, from Thursday. All preparations have been completed to commence Kathmandu-Guangzhou-Kathmandu flight service for the first time, informed Manoj Kumar Shah, spokesperson at Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC).

91 dead in Israeli strike on Gaza on single day; protests erupt in Tel Aviv
Israeli forces killed 91 Palestinians in Gaza in a single day, including family members of a prominent doctor and several people fleeing northern Gaza City, as air and ground operations intensified to capture the enclave's largest urban centre, Al Jazeera reported.

Thousands protest in the Philippines over massive corruption scandal
Thousands of protesters took to the streets in the Philippine capital on Sunday to express their outrage over a corruption scandal involving lawmakers, officials and businesspeople who allegedly pocketed huge kickbacks from flood-control projects in the poverty-stricken and storm-prone Southeast Asian country.

School Assembly News Headlines for 22nd September: Sports news

Heartbreak for Satwik-Chirag as Indians go down fighting in China Masters final
India's top men's doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty endured yet another heartbreak, falling in straight games to world No.1 Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae of Korea in a gripping China Masters Super 750 final here on Sunday.

Former Delhi skipper Mithun Manhas set to take charge as next BCCI president
Former Delhi captain Mithun Manhas is set to become the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). With the deadline for filing nominations for board positions closing on Sunday, Manhas' name has emerged as the only one for the top post, which has remained vacant since Roger Binny stepped down in August, as per ESPNcricinfo. Rajeev Shukla, the BCCI vice-president, had served in the position in an interim capacity since.

Lionel Messi's contract with Inter Miami may be extended through 2026
Lionel Messi played a direct role in all three goals as Inter Miami secured a 3-2 victory against DC United in a Major League Soccer match on Saturday night. The Argentine assisted the first goal in the first half and scored two goals in the second half, including the go-ahead goal in the 66th minute and a late insurance goal in the 85th minute. Messi now has 22 goals this season, one more than Nashville SC’s Sam Surridge in the race for the Golden Boot Award.

School Assembly News Headlines for 22nd September: Business news

NTPC looks to acquire uranium assets overseas to ensure fuel for future nuclear projects
Home-grown power giant NTPC, which is diversifying into clean energy generation, looks to acquire uranium assets overseas to ensure fuel availability for its future nuclear projects, according to a company official.

Radisson Hotel Group to expand footprint in eastern India, shows interest to enter Bihar
Radisson Hotel Group, whose India portfolio includes over 200 hotels, is seeking to expand its footprint in eastern part of the country, with a top company official saying the hospitality giant's focus is on "balancing" location of properties in both key and tier 2 cities.

Amul cuts prices of 700 product packs, ghee to be cheaper by Rs 40/litre from Sep 22
GCMMF, which markets dairy items under Amul brand, on Saturday announced reduction of retail prices of more than 700 product packs, including ghee, butter ice cream, bakery and frozen snacks, as it decided to pass on benefits of the GST rate cut to consumers. The new price will be effective from September 22.

School Assembly News Headlines for 22nd September: Thought of the Day

“Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how many times I fell and got back up again.” — Nelson Mandela