Every morning offers a new opportunity to gain meaningful knowledge. Staying updated with the news goes beyond simply knowing what’s happening—it helps us understand the world beyond our classrooms. News gives insight into how countries function, how science and technology evolve, how sports inspire millions, and how the education system continues to change. Here are top news headlines for 29th January.
The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, killed in a plane crash, will be held with full state honours on Thursday in Baramati, Pune district.
Delhi High Court seeks DGCA's stand on keeping FDTL rules in abeyance
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a plea challenging its decision to keep the revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) regulations in abeyance, despite their direct link to passenger safety.
PM Modi to attend NCC rally, address cadets
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the National Cadet Corps' PM Rally at Delhi Cantonment on Wednesday, which will mark the culmination of the month-long annual NCC Republic Day Camp.
Supreme Court agrees to list for hearing plea against UGC regulation
The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to list for hearing a plea challenging a recently notified University Grants Commission (UGC) regulation on the ground that it has adopted a non-inclusionary definition of caste-based discrimination and excludes certain categories from institutional protection.
India's textile and apparel sector is poised for a significant boost following the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, which will eliminate import duties on Indian textile exports to the bloc, according to a Jefferies equity research report.
Trump says 'we'll work something out with South Korea' after tariff threat
President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the U.S. and South Korea will work out a solution when asked about his surprise Monday announcement that he would increase tariffs on imports from the Asian ally to 25%.
India captain Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday climbed five places to seventh in the ICC men's T20I rankings following a prolific run in the ongoing five-match home series against New Zealand, which India currently lead 3-0.
Soccer-Top‑eight scramble dominates Champions League group climax
After 126 matches, 426 goals, five hat-tricks and 28 red cards the Champions League group phase reaches its head-spinning climax on Wednesday with 30 of the 36 clubs still with all to play for on the final night of action across Europe.
South Africa is considering imposing tariffs of up to 50% on vehicles from China and India as it moves to protect its automotive industry from a flood of imports.
UPS to slash 30,000 more jobs as Amazon volume cuts deepen
United Parcel Service will cut up to 30,000 operational roles and shut another 24 facilities in 2026, the world's largest package delivery company said on Tuesday, as part of a planned shift toward higher-margin shipments.
African nations now send more money to China than they receive in new loans
China's role as a leading financier to developing nations has shifted over the past decade, with new loans to poorer countries falling sharply while debt repayments continue to rise, according to analysis released by ONE Data.
School assembly news headlines, January 29: National news
Ajit Pawar's funeral set for Thursday; Modi, Shah likely to attendThe last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, killed in a plane crash, will be held with full state honours on Thursday in Baramati, Pune district.
Delhi High Court seeks DGCA's stand on keeping FDTL rules in abeyance
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the stand of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on a plea challenging its decision to keep the revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) regulations in abeyance, despite their direct link to passenger safety.
PM Modi to attend NCC rally, address cadets
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the National Cadet Corps' PM Rally at Delhi Cantonment on Wednesday, which will mark the culmination of the month-long annual NCC Republic Day Camp.
Supreme Court agrees to list for hearing plea against UGC regulation
The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to list for hearing a plea challenging a recently notified University Grants Commission (UGC) regulation on the ground that it has adopted a non-inclusionary definition of caste-based discrimination and excludes certain categories from institutional protection.
School assembly news headlines, January 29: International news
EU trade deal to narrow India's textile gap with Bangladesh, Pakistan: JefferiesIndia's textile and apparel sector is poised for a significant boost following the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, which will eliminate import duties on Indian textile exports to the bloc, according to a Jefferies equity research report.
Trump says 'we'll work something out with South Korea' after tariff threat
President Donald Trump on Tuesday said the U.S. and South Korea will work out a solution when asked about his surprise Monday announcement that he would increase tariffs on imports from the Asian ally to 25%.
School assembly news headline,s January 29: Sports news
Suryakumar jumps five spots to seventh in latest ICC T20I rankingsIndia captain Suryakumar Yadav on Wednesday climbed five places to seventh in the ICC men's T20I rankings following a prolific run in the ongoing five-match home series against New Zealand, which India currently lead 3-0.
Soccer-Top‑eight scramble dominates Champions League group climax
After 126 matches, 426 goals, five hat-tricks and 28 red cards the Champions League group phase reaches its head-spinning climax on Wednesday with 30 of the 36 clubs still with all to play for on the final night of action across Europe.
School assembly news headlines, January 29: Business news
South Africa weighs steep tariffs on vehicles from China, IndiaSouth Africa is considering imposing tariffs of up to 50% on vehicles from China and India as it moves to protect its automotive industry from a flood of imports.
UPS to slash 30,000 more jobs as Amazon volume cuts deepen
United Parcel Service will cut up to 30,000 operational roles and shut another 24 facilities in 2026, the world's largest package delivery company said on Tuesday, as part of a planned shift toward higher-margin shipments.
African nations now send more money to China than they receive in new loans
China's role as a leading financier to developing nations has shifted over the past decade, with new loans to poorer countries falling sharply while debt repayments continue to rise, according to analysis released by ONE Data.
