Good morning, students! Today is June 11, 2026. In today's assembly, we bring you inspiring news from across India and the world. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a Viksit Bharat, and the government has approved new metro and infrastructure projects. India's first made-in-India military transport plane completed its maiden test flight. In sports, PV Sindhu and Tanvi Sharma advanced at the Australian Open. Let's begin with the national headlines.
📍 Major National News Headlines
- PM Modi assures aspirations of 140 crore Indians will be fulfilled; says Viksit Bharat must be everyone's dream.
- NDA lauds PM Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister.
- Union Cabinet approves second phase of Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project and infrastructure projects in Amaravati.
- Government approves 96 companies under third round of PLI Scheme for Textiles with ₹13,000 crore investment.
- Defence Ministry to procure 20 advanced jammers for Navy ships to enhance operational safety.
- India's first made-in-India military transport plane C295 completes maiden test-flight.
- Agriculture Ministry's FY27 budget at ₹1.4 lakh crore, a five-fold jump from 2013-14 level.
- Over 1 lakh guarantees worth ₹48,484 crore issued under ECLG scheme since May 5.
- RBI proposes unified framework for banks' risk, compliance and audit functions.
- Credit guarantee scheme for MFI 2.0 gets extension to support microfinance.
🌍 International Affairs
- Thousands fill Barcelona streets for Pope Leo visit in a display of faith and culture.
- Whale graveyard dating back five million years discovered, offering insights into ancient marine life.
- EU orders Meta to give OpenAI and other AI rivals free access to WhatsApp to promote competition.
- Trump signals shake-up for tech giants, hinting at AI windfall for the public.
- Bill Gates warns Microsoft, Amazon, Google on data center push due to energy concerns.
🏭 Industry, Schemes & Economy
- India and UAE move to expand strategic crude reserves; Abu Dhabi-linked oil storage may rise to 30 million barrels.
- RBI allows banks to lend directly to REITs and InvITs with applicable caps.
- No overcapacity in steel and textiles; India's consumption remains low, says DGTR.
- Cabinet approves ₹2,169 crore Ahmedabad Airport Metro Corridor and ₹1,200 crore government office in Amaravati.
🏆 Sports Updates
- PV Sindhu and Tanvi Sharma advance to second round of Women's Singles at Australian Open.
- Lutkenhaus confirms emergence at Oslo Diamond League; Tebogo beats Gout Gout in 200m.
- What keeps Haryana's wrestling factory ticking? A look at the state's wrestling culture.
- Sesame Street and 'USA' chants: Coach Pochettino rallies World Cup fans ahead of 2026.
🔬 Science & Technology
- India's first made-in-India military transport plane C295 completes maiden test-flight, boosting indigenous defence manufacturing.
- Bill Gates warns tech giants on data center energy consumption, urging sustainable AI development.
- EU orders Meta to give OpenAI and other AI rivals free access to WhatsApp to foster innovation.
📜 On This Day in History
- 1770 - Captain James Cook discovered the Great Barrier Reef off Australia.
- 1963 - Buddhist monk Thich Quang Duc self-immolated in Saigon to protest persecution; a turning point in the Vietnam War.
- 2001 - Timothy McVeigh was executed for the Oklahoma City bombing.
- 2010 - The FIFA World Cup kicked off in South Africa, the first on African soil.
💡 Thought of the Day
"Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny."
— C.S. Lewis
📖 Word of the Day
Versatile (adjective)
Meaning: able to adapt to many functions
Example: "He is a versatile athlete who plays many sports."
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viksit Bharat?
Viksit Bharat means 'Developed India'. PM Modi has urged every citizen to dream of a developed India by 2047.
What is the PLI Scheme for Textiles?
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles encourages companies to manufacture textiles in India by offering financial incentives.
Who is PV Sindhu?
PV Sindhu is an Indian badminton player who has won Olympic and World Championship medals. She recently advanced at the Australian Open.
What is the Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project?
It is a rapid transit system being built in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The second phase has been approved to expand the network.
What is the C295 aircraft?
The C295 is a military transport plane being manufactured in India under a joint venture. Its maiden test-flight was successful.
Sources: Headlines compiled from Akashvani / All India Radio evening bulletin (June 10, 2026), plus Times of India, Hindustan Times, The Hindu, BBC World, Economic Times, ESPN, and Wikipedia 'On This Day' — all curated by EduSaint Editorial for school assembly use on June 11, 2026.
