iStockSchool Assembly News Headlines October 27 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day
From preparations for a possible cyclone along India’s eastern coast to major political developments overseas and the latest cricket and badminton results, several important events are making headlines today. Here are 15 key news updates to help students stay informed about developments in India and around the world.
National News Headlines
- Prime Minister warns that modern wars are fought with more than weapons, flags concerns over cyber terrorism.
- Cyclone Arnab is expected to hit the Andhra Pradesh coast on Wednesday, according to the IMD.
- Indian Army debunks a video falsely claiming Chinese control over border areas in Arunachal Pradesh.
- BJP stages a protest near Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence, demanding an apology over remarks it says insulted Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- Motor Accident Claims Tribunal judge booked after his minor son allegedly drives a Mercedes into a scooter, killing the rider in Kochi.
International News Headlines
- Saudi-led coalition intercepts a ballistic missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
- Australia expands biometric requirements for visa applicants in India from October 26.
- Serbia’s student movement reportedly brings an end to Aleksandar Vučić’s decade-long rule in a historic political upset.
- Brazil’s left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wins a fourth term in a surprise victory over Flávio Bolsonaro.
- Israel votes as exit polls indicate a close contest between Benjamin Netanyahu and Eisenkot.
Sports News Headlines
- India prepare for the third T20I against New Zealand, looking to seal the series after taking a 2-0 lead.
- Ishan Kishan ruled out of the third T20I, giving Vaibhav Sooryavanshi another opportunity.
- India begin as favourites in the Asian Champions Trophy as international hockey returns to Punjab.
- Pakistan beat England by one wicket after Shadab Khan’s remarkable century.
- Bowling coach Morne Morkel advises Bhuvneshwar Kumar to stay true to himself, saying, “Don’t chase anything, just be you.”