Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw met Assistant to the US President, Michael Kratsios today at the White House to discuss the upcoming AI Impact Summit in India. Mr. Vaishnaw also participated in the Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting hosted by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. In a social media post, he said, strengthening critical mineral supply chains is vital to enhancing the resilience of country’s manufacturing capabilities and rapidly growing electronics sector. Bessent said the countries shared a desire to address vulnerabilities in the minerals supply chains.
School Assembly Headlines 14 January 2026: Since there are fresh developments every day, students preparing for their morning assembly on January 14, 2026, must be acquainted with the top news headlines. Therefore, they can review the latest School Assembly News 14 January 2026 and announce it during their assembly to make it more engaging and informative. The news headlines cover major updates from national, international, and sports categories that every student should know. Access the live updates available here.
School Assembly News 14 January 2026 for Various Categories
Students can read the School Assembly News 14 January 2026 for various categories such as national, international, and sports headlines here:
National News for School Assembly 14 January 2026
Check the National News for School Assembly 14 January 2026 here:
- Near-zero temperatures freeze Rajasthan, Haryana; Gurugram sees frost with low of 0.6°C.
- The Supreme Court appointed a new judge, Sunaina Sharma, on Monday (January 12, 2026) to conduct the trials in the coal scam cases being probed by the CBI.
- Government disputes reports that it plans to ask phone makers to disclose source code.
- As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, education experts have urged the government to shift focus from expanding enrolment to improving quality, infrastructure and future-ready skills, citing India's young population and growing higher education system.
- Govt. advises NSFs to constitute ‘Make in India in Sports’ and ‘International Relations’ Committees.
International News for School Assembly 14 January 2026
Refer to the International News for School Assembly 14 January 2026 given here:
- G7, other allies discuss ways to reduce dependence on Chinese rare earths.
- China reaffirms its territorial claims over Shaksgam Valley after India’s objections.
- US Virtual Embassy urges citizens to leave Iran amid escalating protests.
- US revokes over 100,000 visas to strengthen security, enforce immigration laws.
- United States imposes 25% tariff on countries doing business with Iran.
Sports News for School Assembly 14 January 2026
Go through the Sports News for School Assembly 14 January 2026 provided here:
- Real Madrid part ways with Xabi Alonso, appoint Alvaro Arbeloa as new head coach.
- SG Pipers secure maiden victory in Men’s Hockey India League.
- Centre Notifies National Sports Governance Rules, 2026.
- India Open 2026 Badminton Tournament begins in New Delhi today.
- Hockey India signs MoU with Telangana Govt to host Women’s 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers.
Live Updates
President Droupadi Murmu has invited the Captain of the Indian Blind Cricket Team, Deepika, to attend the Republic Day celebrations this year in New Delhi. Postal officers visited Deepika’s native village Tambalahatti in Amarapuram mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh and handed over the invitation to her.
The National Investigation Agency has taken over the probe into a major illegal Bangladeshi immigration racket that was earlier being investigated by the Delhi Police Special Cell. Officials confirmed that the NIA has registered a fresh FIR after formally assuming charge of the case last week. The agency has begun its investigation and is expected to expand the scope of the probe by tracing the entire syndicate involved and following the money trail linked to the network.
The Centre has deployed a National Joint Outbreak Response Team to assist the State for effective containment after two suspected cases of Nipah virus were identified in West Bengal. These suspected cases were identified on Sunday at the Virus Research and Diagnostic Laboratory of the Indian Council of Medical Research in AIIMS Kalyani.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today addressed the inaugural ceremony of the Multi-Speciality Joint Services Medical Camp in Lakshadweep through video conference. Speaking on the occasion, the Defence Minister said, this large-scale medical camp being organised by the Indian Navy highlights the government’s commitment to bringing quality health care closer to citizens in remote areas. He said that the comprehensive screening, early diagnosis, timely medical advice, medical interventions and free distribution of medicines would contribute to long-term health benefits for the island community.
The Central Government has notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies) Rules, 2026, under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The Rules provide the framework for the inclusion of Sportspersons of Outstanding Merit, composition of the General Body and Executive Committee, election procedures, and disqualification criteria for members of National Sports Bodies and Regional Sports Federations. The Rules also outline provisions for the National Sports Election Panel and specify procedures for registration and periodic updating of affiliate units with the National Sports Board.