On November 20, 2025 , important news unfolded across India and the world. Top stories cover national updates, international events, and major sports achievements. Here is a simple overview of the day's main headlines for school assemblies.
National News
India's highest court, the Supreme Court , removed parts of the Tribunal Reforms Act . It directed the government to create a National Tribunal Commission . This new commission will help improve how special courts, called tribunals, operate across India.
The government expanded its farm insurance scheme. Farmers can now get help for losses from wild animal attacks . The scheme also covers damage when paddy fields are flooded, known as paddy inundation . This update offers more protection to farmers.
Gangster Anmol Bishnoi was arrested in Delhi . The National Investigation Agency (NIA) carried out the arrest. Mr. Bishnoi had been deported to India earlier.
The government reviewed its free ration scheme. In recent months, about 2.25 crore (22.5 million) ineligible beneficiaries were found. These individuals have been removed from the scheme. This ensures aid goes to those who truly need it.
More than 100 children were rescued from a factory in Raipur . These children were forced to work as bonded labourers. The rescue operation freed them from difficult and unfair conditions.
International News
India's Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S Jaishankar , met Russia's Deputy Prime Minister in Moscow . They discussed strengthening ties and important global matters.
Union Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani spoke in Baku . He urged young members to be proud of their dual identity. This means valuing their connection to both India and their current country.
The United States confirmed the sale of advanced air defense missile systems to Taiwan . These systems aim to help Taiwan strengthen its self-defense.
Russia's defense ministry claimed Ukrainian forces fired a US-supplied Army Tactical Missile System . Russia said it was aimed at Voronezh to target civilians.
An Israeli airstrike hit a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon . The attack killed 13 people and wounded many others.
Sports News
Curacao made football history. It became the smallest nation ever to qualify for the FIFA World Cup .
Germany and the Netherlands qualified for the World Cup . Both teams secured resounding wins in their last European group matches.
Cricketer Shubman Gill will travel to Guwahati . He will join the team for the second Test match against South Africa .
Tennis star Naomi Osaka withdrew from the Auckland WTA event. She chose to play for Japan at the United Cup .
Australian bowler Pat Cummins will lead Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL . This marks his third straight season as captain.
