Morning is the ideal time to catch up on the latest developments across key sectors. Keeping track of important national, international, sports and business news sharpens the mind and helps students grow into informed citizens. Here is your quick bulletin for the school assembly, highlighting the top stories making headlines today.
Abu Salem claims jail term exceeded 25-year sentence, SC refuses to entertain plea
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea filed by gangster Abu Salem, who claimed that he was in "illegal custody" for over 10 months as he had already undergone the 25-year sentence awarded to him in the 1993 Mumbai blasts case.
Rajpal Yadav bail hearing: Relief for actor as Delhi HC temporarily suspends sentence in cheque bounce case
Rajpal Yadav was granted temporary relief by the Delhi High Court on Monday as it allowed interim suspension of sentence to the actor in cheque bounce cases.
28 schools in Ahmedabad and Vadodara receive bomb threats; searches on in Gujarat
At least 28 schools in Ahmedabad and Vadodara in Gujarat received bomb threat emails on Monday, following which the campuses were evacuated, officials said.
Supreme Court to begin 9-judge bench hearing in Sabarimala Case from April 7
The Supreme Court on Monday said that a nine-judge bench will commence final hearing on a batch of petitions relating to discrimination against women in religions and at religious places, including Kerala's Sabarimala Templ
School assembly news headlines for February 17: International news
Jaishankar discusses 'deepening cooperation' with Canadian counterpart Anita Anand in Munich
Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar and his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand discussed "deepening cooperation" and "partnership opportunities" between the two countries on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's likely visit to India next month.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Norway for two-day visit, to meet Norwegian PM; hold talks with finance and trade ministers
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived in Norway on Monday for a two-day official visit, during which she is scheduled to meet top Norwegian leadership, hold bilateral discussions, and engage with business leaders, investors, and the Indian diaspora.
School assembly news headlines for February 17: Sports news
Hoping for the best, but will make country proud: Rashid Khan
Afghanistan's fate in qualifying for T20 World Cup Super Eights stage is not in their hands even after beating UAE here on Monday, but captain Rashid Khan said his team wants to make the country proud with its brand of cricket even if it makes an early exit from the tournament.
Pakistan lost the game in first innings itself: Waqar Younis
Pointing out Pakistan's tactical errors in the 61-run loss to India, pace legend Waqar Younis said the side was out of the high-profile T20 World Cup clash the moment Suryakumar Yadav's men reached 175 after being invited to bat.
Paras Dogra becomes second player after Wasim Jaffer to score 10,000 runs in Ranji Trophy
Himachal Pradesh batter Paras Dogra, currently captaining Jammu and Kashmir in the Ranji Trophy, has joined an elite list by becoming only the second player after Ranji legend Wasim Jaffer to score 10,000 runs in the tournament’s 92-year history.
School assembly news headlines for February 17: Business news
India’s trade deficit widens to $34.68 billion in January as gold imports rise
India’s merchandise trade deficit surged to $34.68 billion in January, up from $25.04 billion in December, according to government export and import data released on Monday. The sharp rise was largely driven by higher imports of gold and silver.
China's Russian oil imports to hit new record in February as India cuts back
China's Russian oil imports are set to climb for a third straight month to a new record high in February as independent refiners snapped up deeply discounted cargoes after India slashed purchases, according to traders and ship-tracking data.
School assembly news headlines for February 17: Thought of the day
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Source Name :Economic Times