Good morning, students! Today is July 4, 2026. In today's assembly, we bring you important news from across India and the world. Learn about the PM's visit to different countries, India's export target 2026-27 , U-19 women's cricket team's amazing performance , and much more. Stay informed and inspired!
📍 Major National News Headlines
- PM Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand next week.
- Defence Council clears ₹52,000 crore military procurement proposals.
- Government says Indus Waters Treaty remains suspended; Pakistan must renounce support to cross-border terrorism.
- India and Japan expand cooperation in AI and strategic technologies.
- IMD forecasts heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several states.
- Centre to launch Modified UDAN Scheme from Jodhpur to boost regional air connectivity.
- New terminal building at Jodhpur Airport to be inaugurated on 4 July.
- Indian Navy foils piracy attempt in Gulf of Aden; IMO warns three vessels remain in captivity.
🌍 International Affairs
- Russia launches its largest drone and missile attack on Kyiv, causing heavy casualties.
- Iran prepares for a six-day funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei amid heightened security.
- NATO leaders to meet in Turkey for a key summit on defence spending and alliance security.
- Canada and the Philippines announce a new Strategic Partnership covering defence, trade, and energy cooperation.
- The United States deploys military personnel to Venezuela to support earthquake relief operations.
- Global markets focus on central bank decisions and the upcoming OPEC+ meeting.
🏭 Industry, Schemes & Economy
- India sets a $1trillion export target for FY 2026-27..
- India–UK trade pact triggers surge in export orders ahead of its 15 July rollout.
- Government expects economic growth to strengthen as oil prices ease.
- Commerce Ministry unveils a seven-point action plan to boost exports and manufacturing.
- India Takes a Major Step Towards Maritime Self-Reliance with First Made-in-India EXIM Shipping Container.
- MECON Limited receives Miniratna Category-I status from the Ministry of Steel.
🏆 Sports Updates
- India to face England in the second T20I at Manchester on 4 July after the opening match was washed out by rain.
- Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner advance to the fourth round with convincing victories.
- India Women Under-19 defeat Sri Lanka Women Under-19 by 49 runs in the second Youth ODI.
- Naomi Osaka reaches the Wimbledon fourth round for the first time in her career.
- Spain defeat Austria 3–0 to book their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 continues today with Argentina facing Cape Verde, Colombia taking on Ghana, and Australia meeting Egypt in three crucial knockout clashes.
🔬 Science & Technology
- Centre directs removal of apps allegedly used to remotely disable electric vehicles over cybersecurity concerns.
- IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur launch India's first Bachelor of Cybersecurity programme with two years of field training.
- UIDAI enables free Aadhaar email updates via Aadhaar app; over 2.5 lakh users avail service in two days.
- Union Minister Jitendra Singh says human intelligence must remain at the centre of AI-driven governance.
📜 On This Day in History
- 1776 – The United States Declaration of Independence was adopted, marking the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation.
- 1865 – Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll was first published.
- 1881 – Booker T. Washington founded the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, USA.
- 1934 – Marie Curie, the pioneering physicist and chemist who won two Nobel Prizes, passed away.
- 1997 – NASA's Mars Pathfinder successfully landed on Mars, and the Sojourner rover began exploring the Martian surface.
- 2012 – Scientists at CERN announced the discovery of the Higgs boson, a landmark achievement in particle physics
💡 Thought of the Day
"The expert in anything was once a beginner.""
— Helen Hayes
📖 Word of the Day
Diligent (Adjective)
Meaning: Showing careful and consistent effort in work or study.
Example: "The diligent student completed every assignment on time."
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which three countries will Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit next week?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand next week to strengthen strategic, economic, and regional partnerships under India's Act East Policy.
What defence procurement proposals were approved by the Defence Council?
The Defence Acquisition Council approved ₹52,000 crore worth of defence procurement proposals, including advanced missiles, anti-drone systems, and naval equipment to modernize the armed forces.
In which sectors have India and Japan expanded their cooperation?
India and Japan have expanded cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI), digital technologies, and other strategic sectors to strengthen their bilateral partnership.
What major attack did Russia launch on Ukraine?
Russia launched its largest drone and missile attack on Kyiv, causing heavy casualties and significant damage.
Why are NATO leaders meeting in Turkey?
NATO leaders are meeting in Turkey for a summit to discuss defence spending, regional security, and alliance cooperation.
Sources: Headlines compiled from Akashvani / All India Radio evening bulletin (July 3, 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 4, 2026.
