New Delhi: Don’t know what to prepare for the school assembly on October 19, 2024? Do not worry here is your complete guide from anchoring scripts to news headlines and other information that is required to kickstart the day with knowledge and abundance. The guide is specially designed to engage students and keep them completely informed about the world. This assembly guide aims to keep them informed while fostering a positive environment that sets an uplifting tone for the day ahead.

This guide starts with the thought of the day, the first thing that is used in school assembly as it sets the right tone of positivity and freshness in th minds of students. Followed by the important news of the day such as national international and sports news of the day to keep students informed. The guide also comes with anchoring scripts needed by the students to host the assembly with perfect pitch.

Thought for the Day for school assembly

• “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.”
  Meaning: This thought teaches us that true success comes from pursuing what we love.

School assembly news headlines today

Here are some of the most important new headlines such as National, International and Sports news of the day you need to know.

National news for school assembly

• Senior AAP leader Satyendar Jain, who was released from jail on Friday evening, stated in his first public comments that his arrest was an attempt to derail the AAP government’s major initiatives, including Mohalla Clinics and the cleaning of the Yamuna river.
• Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi leader Prakash Ambedkar on Friday made a sensational claim that veteran politician Sharad Pawar had met underworld don Dawood Ibrahim in Dubai during his tenure as Maharashtra’s chief minister. As of now, there has been no response from Pawar or his Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).
• The Mumbai Police have arrested five more individuals on Friday for allegedly providing firearms and logistical support to the shooters involved in the murder of Baba Siddique. With this, the total number of arrests in the high-profile case has risen to nine, while three main suspects remain at large, according to an official.
• Bollywood actor Salman Khan has received a threat demanding Rs 5 crore, Mumbai traffic police confirmed on Friday. The message, sent to the department’s WhatsApp helpline on Thursday, led to a case being filed under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for extortion and threats at Worli police station.
• According to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), all 14 newly appointed Haryana ministers are ‘crorepatis’, with the average assets amounting to Rs 30.82 crore. The report also revealed that none of the ministers have declared any criminal cases against them.

International news for school assembly

• US authorities have charged a former Indian government official for his involvement in a foiled assassination attempt targeting Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The plot was reportedly planned around the time of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the US.
• Ahead of the upcoming BRICS Summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasised on Friday that the group’s stance is not “anti-West” but rather “non-West,” aligning with India’s position within the bloc.
• South Korea’s intelligence agency reported on Friday that North Korea has allegedly deployed troops to support Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. If verified, this action would introduce a third nation into the conflict, potentially deepening tensions between North Korea and Western nations.
• Ukrainian authorities announced on Friday that Russia has returned the remains of 501 Ukrainian soldiers, marking the largest repatriation of war dead since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022.
• In a move likely aimed at appeasing China, South Africa has requested Taiwan to relocate its unofficial embassy from Pretoria, its administrative capital. The decision comes as diplomatic ties between South Africa and China continue to strengthen.

Sports news for school assembly

• A resilient India staged a counter-attack on the third day of the first Test against New Zealand, keeping hopes of a dramatic comeback alive. Free-flowing half-centuries from Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Sarfaraz Khan powered India to 231 for three in their second innings on Friday. Kohli, adding another feather to his illustrious cap, became the fourth Indian cricketer to surpass 9,000 runs in Test cricket during the match in Bengaluru.
• In badminton, India’s PV Sindhu faced disappointment at the Denmark Open, bowing out in the quarterfinals. She lost to Gregoria Tunjung, the bronze medalist from the Paris Olympics, ending India’s campaign in the tournament.
• Meanwhile, seasoned Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Rizwan is being considered the front-runner to captain the national team in white-ball formats. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is set to announce the touring squad for the upcoming series against Australia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa.
• In European football, Barcelona has been fined 500,000 euros (USD 542,000) after losing an appeal against UEFA’s ruling. The Spanish club was accused of “wilfully and consciously” misreporting income in an attempt to meet financial regulations imposed by European soccer authorities.

Anchoring Script for School Assembly

1. Anchor 1: “Good morning, everyone! A warm welcome to today’s assembly. I am (Anchor 1’s Name), and alongside me is (Anchor 2’s Name). Let’s begin by coming together in harmony. (Anchor 2) will now lead us into prayer.”
   Anchor 2: “Thank you, (Anchor 1). Let’s close our eyes, bow our heads, and offer our morning prayer.”(After the prayer)
   Anchor 1: “Thank you. Now, it’s time to refresh our minds with an inspiring thought for the day. Over to (Anchor 2).”
   Anchor 2: “The thought for today is, ‘Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.’ This reminds us that self-belief is the first step toward success.”
   Anchor 1: “Thank you for that motivation! Now, let’s move on to the national anthem.”
2. Anchor 1: “Good morning, everyone! I’m (Anchor 1’s Name), and I’m joined by (Anchor 2’s Name). Let’s start today’s assembly by invoking blessings with the morning prayer. Over to (Anchor 2).”
   Anchor 2: “Please close your eyes as we begin the prayer.”(After prayer)
   Anchor 1: “Thank you. It’s now time for today’s important announcements. (Anchor 2), please begin.”
   Anchor 2: “Today, we have some exciting news. The results of the inter-school competition will be announced this afternoon, and the football team’s practice schedule has been updated. Don’t forget!”
   Anchor 1: “Also, don’t miss our school’s upcoming science exhibition! Stay tuned for more updates!”
3. Anchor 1: “Good morning, everyone! I’m (Anchor 1’s Name), and welcome to a fun-filled quiz session! Joining me is (Anchor 2’s Name). Let’s begin with a prayer.”
   Anchor 2: “Please join in as we begin our day with a prayer.”(After the prayer)
   Anchor 1: “Thank you. Now, let’s dive straight into the quiz! Here’s your first question: (Ask a general knowledge question).”
   Anchor 2: “That’s a good one! If you know the answer, raise your hand. Let’s make it interactive!”(After answering)
   Anchor 1: “Great participation! Let’s keep up the energy!”

Word of the Day in English

• Word of the Day: Perspicacious
  Meaning: Having a keen understanding or insight; being able to notice and understand things that are not obvious.

Word of the day in Hindi

• Word of the Day: Akshamat
  Meaning: Unable to perform or accomplish something; incompetent.

May your day be filled with light and positivity, here is your complete guide to make the most of your day and perform the best in school assembly.