Good morning, students! Today is July 14, 2026. In today's assembly, we bring you the latest news from India and around the world. Learn about the Supreme Court's landmark ruling on citizenship, India's success at the International Physics Olympiad, key developments in defence, technology, and the economy, major international events in West Asia, and exciting sports updates from India's historic Women's Test victory at Lord's, Wimbledon, and the FIFA World Cup 2026. Stay informed and inspired!
📍 Major National News Headlines
- Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment to Mark 3rd NAMASTE Day on July 14.
- Supreme Court Sets Aside 27 Foreigner Rulings, Says Citizenship Must Be Decided Through Due Process.
- NTA releases OMR Sheets and Recorded Responses for Re- NEET UG 2026.
- India bags five gold medals at International Physics Olympiad 2026; PM Modi congratulates winners.
- Mamata urges EC not to extend deadline for rival TMC faction.
- Two new anti-crime laws passed by West Bengal assembly come into force in the state today.
- One Assam Rifles jawan killed, five injured in Nagaland blast.
- MEA flags fake X account impersonating ministry, warns public against fraud.
- Four indigenous naval platforms join Indian Navy within a month;INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, INS Agray,and INS Mahendragiri.
- MeitY launches NIDAR 2.0 to develop drones powered by Indian-made chips.
- SC Seeks Rules Under Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam Within Two Weeks.
- Govt Releases 2nd Digital Threat Report, Calls for Stronger Cyber Resilience in Financial Ecosystem.
🌍 International Affairs
- Trump reinstates Iran port blockade and imposes 20% charge on cargo passing through Hormuz.
- UK: Oxford Begins Human Trial of New Ebola Vaccine
- Indian-Origin Astronaut Anil Menon Set to Begin Eight-Month ISS Mission.
- Piyush Goyal discusses Boosting Trade, Investment, Technology Ties During Spain Visit.
- US, Iran Claim Control of Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Conflict.
- Iran claims missile and drone strikes on US military bases.
- EU Foreign Ministers Discuss Fresh Sanctions on Russia..
🏭 Industry, Schemes & Economy
- Foreign investors to 'gradually return' to India, Nifty may rise to 26,500 by June 2027: Goldman Sachs report.
- Aditya Birla Renewables to acquire Sprng Energy in USD 1.8 billion deal.
- RBI Holds Third Annual Conference of Internal Ombudsmen in Mumbai.
- India’s Exports Rise 11.37% to Over $232 Billion in April–June.
- BSNL Records 10% Rise in Revenue in First Quarter of FY 2026-27: Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
- MIB Invites Proposals for Industry-led Challenges under WAVES 2027 Create in India Challenge Season 2.
🏆 Sports Updates
- India crush England by 270 runs to win historic first women’s test at Lord’s..
- Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is set to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
- 16 Indian Boxers Reach Asian U19 & U23 Boxing Championship Finals.
- Wimbledon: Guo and Mladenovic win women’s doubles title.
🔬 Science & Technology
- India enters next phase of governance reforms with AI-driven administration: Jitendra Singh
- Trusted public-private partnerships key to strengthening digital trust amid rising cyber threats: MeitY Secretary
- The US just approved a giant space mirror to test 'sunlight on demand.' Low Earth orbit is getting weird.
- Researchers develop a safer, more reliable material for growing small-scale models of the human gut.
- 11 years of Digital India: eSaras is transforming rural livelihoods through digital commerce.
📜 On This Day in History
💡 Thought of the Day
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do."
—Steve Jobs
📖 Word of the Day
Meraki(Noun)
Meaning: A change or infusion of soul, creativity, or love into a piece of work.
Example: "The handcrafted pottery showed true meraki, transforming simple clay into a deeply personal piece of art."
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
On which date is NAMASTE Day observed by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment?
What is the name of MeitY's new initiative to develop drones powered by Indian-made chips?
Which Indian-origin astronaut is set to begin an eight-month mission to the International Space Station (ISS)?
Which company is acquiring Sprng Energy in a USD 1.8 billion deal?
Which strait is at the centre of the escalating US-Iran conflict?
Sources: Headlines compiled from Akashvani / All India Radio evening bulletin (July 13, 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 July 14, 2026.
