1 President Draupadi Murmu appointed N.T. Issued a commemorative coin on the birth centenary of Rama Rao
President Draupadi Murmu N.T. A commemorative coin was released at the cultural center of Rashtrapati Bhavan in the birth centenary year of Rama Rao . Speaking on the occasion, the President said that late N.T. Rama Rao enriched Indian cinema and culture through Telugu films . He said that through his acting, N.T. Rama Rao brought alive the main characters of Ramayana and Mahabharata.
2 Nataraja statue to be installed at G20 summit venue in Delhi
The 28 feet Nataraja bronze statue, believed to be the world’s tallest , will be installed at the venue of the G20 summit in New Delhi , the process of bringing the statue has begun and it will give a cultural significance to the event . Considered to be one of the six sacred abodes of the 19 tonne Nataraja idol , known as the Padai Veedugal (battle camp) of Lord Murugan. it your is made of eight metals , including gold, silver, lead, copper, tin, mercury, iron and zinc (ashtadhatu) . It is being brought from Swamimalai city of Tamil Nadu . The idol depicts Nataraja (Lord Shiva) dancing. Lord Murugan to Swamimalai It is also famous for Swamimalai bronze logo which has been granted Geographical Indication/GI tag . It is made using the ” lost-wax ” casting technique of the Chola tradition , in which molten bronze is poured into a clay mould. Chola bronzes are highly valued in the art world because of their extraordinary beauty and craftsmanship.
3 Japan’s armed forces and the US Navy will hold joint military exercises in the East China Sea for the first time
Japanese Armed Forces and the US Navy for the first time in the East China Sea in October will hold a joint military exercise under Resolute Dragon on islands bordering TaiwanThis exercise is being done due to the increasing military activity of China in the region. About two thousand 320 military personnel are expected to participate in this exercise. This military exercise will take place between Okinawa and Kyushu islands . The Resolute Dragon series of these exercises are being conducted from 2021. Earlier this exercise was done on the remote northern island of Hokkaido in Japan and the main island of Honshu in the northeast of Japan.
4 All India Radio organized a program on Know India Program under the aegis of Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi
All India Radio organized a program on Know India Program-KIP under the aegis of Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi . About 55 students of Indian origin participated in the programme. The Know India Program-KIP is an important initiative of the Ministry of External Affairs to reach out to the Indian Diaspora. Through this programme, youth of Indian origin are introduced to their Indian values. The objective of the event is to promote India’s progress in various fields and awareness on various aspects of life.
5 4 new districts to be formed in Assam
The Assam government has reorganized its 4 districts . Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma informed that the Assam cabinet has decided to create four new districts and 81 sub-districts after the completion of the delimitation process to improve administrative efficiency. Hojai, Biswanath, Tamulpur and Bajali will be the four new districts to be formed. Are included. It is co-terminus with the assembly constituencies declared by the Election Commission under delimitation. Hojai district consists of Lumding, Hojai and Binkandi assembly constituencies. Whereas Biswanath district consists of Bihali, Biswanath and Gohpur assembly constituencies. Tamulpur district consists of Tamulpur and Goreshwar assembly constituencies. Bajali district consists of Bajali and Bhawanipur-Sorbhog assembly constituencies. Just before the delimitation exercise began in the state in December last year, these four districts were merged with four others and changed the administrative jurisdiction of some villages. Biswanath district was merged with Sonitpur, similarly Hojai was merged with Nagaon, Bajali with Barpeta and Tamulpur with Baksa. After the reorganization of four new districts, the number of new districts will increase to 35 in the state.
6 Hun Manet appointed new Prime Minister of Cambodia
Following a controversial election, Cambodia ‘s parliament elected Hun Manet, the eldest son of outgoing Prime Minister Hun Sen , cementing the dynastic transfer of power in the country. ‘s parliament has appointedHun Manet, a member of the ruling Cambodian People’s Party (CPP), has an economics degree from England and graduated from the US Military Academy at West Point. Despite his Western education, expectations are low that he will uphold liberal ideals. The change raises questions about Cambodia’s future, its relations with the West and China, and the direction of its policies. While this change brings hope to some, others fear the continuation of autocratic rule.
7 Emmerson Mnangagwa re-elected as President of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been re-elected for a second and final term on 26 August 2023. Emmerson Mnangagwa has defeated Nelson Chamisa, his nearest rival, in the presidential election. Mnangagwa’s victory strengthened the ZANY-PF hold on power in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe’s election commission announced late in the night in the capital Harare that Mnangagwa had won 52.6 percent of the vote, while main opposition leader Nelson Chamisa had won 44 percent.
8 Kolkata City Adopts Air Quality Early Warning System (AQS)
The city of Kolkata has taken a significant step to adopt the Air Quality Early Warning System ( AQS) developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorological (IITM), Pune. has adoptedThe system provides both air pollution data and forecasts in real time, aiming to spur measures to deal with the city’s ever-increasing air pollution levels and boost its ability to stay safe. The AQS in Kolkata is equipped with a complex sensor network to monitor the Air Quality Index (AQI). The AQI is a standardized measurement used to evaluate the level of air pollution in a specific area, with values ranging from 0 to 500. Higher AQI indicates more polluted air and increased health problems.
9 ‘Sur Vasudha’ program in honor of the delegates of the G20 Culture Ministers’ meeting in Varanasi
In a remarkable display of unity through music , the G20 Orchestra , consisting of 101 musicians and singers from G20 member states and invitees , performed ‘ Sur Vasudha ‘ in Varanasi , India. ‘ enthralled the audience with his performance. This orchestral concert was organized under India’s chairmanship of the G20 and marked the conclusion of the Culture Ministers’ Meeting. The group included 61 Indian artistes and 40 artistes from G20 countries, performing a harmonious blend of diverse traditional musical instruments. Notable dignitaries, including representatives from international bodies such as the UK, Germany, Saudi Arabia and UNESCO, attended the event, and hailed it as a captivating and beautiful experience. The performance celebrated the essence of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, depicting the world as one family.
10 G20 countries provide $1.4 trillion in fossil fuel aid despite climate goals
A recent report by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) revealed that G20 governments have collectively committed $1.4 trillion to provide relief to the fossil fuel industry and consumers after the energy price crisis began following Russia ‘s invasion of Ukraine . subsidies , investments and loans be provided. This widespread support perpetuates the world’s dependence on fossil fuels, which threatens to escalate into an energy crisis due to market volatility and geopolitical risks. The report stresses that this approach is consistent with the G20 countries’ commitments to phase out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies set out by the Paris Agreement and to align financial flows with low greenhouse gas emissions and climate-resilient development. refutes. A large portion of these funds were invested in new fossil fuel generation and electricity generation, potentially increasing greenhouse gas emissions.
11 Patna Marine Drive
The Bihar government is all set to launch a major project that envisages converting the stretch from Digha to Gandhi Maidan into Patna Marine Drive . The ambitious plan includes creating green spaces, equipping Jaypee Ganga Path with parks and planting over one lakh trees. The proposal includes dedicated areas for walking, jogging, cycling and specially designated ghats for the Chhath Puja festival. Around 90% of the seven kilometer stretch will be converted into green areas, with the remaining 10% allotted for essential amenities.
12 Heads of six premier educational institutions participated in the first meeting of the Association of Higher Educational Institutions of North India at the Central University of Punjab
In Punjab , heads of six premier educational institutions participated in the first meeting of the Association of Higher Educational Institutions of North India at the Central University of Punjab in Bathinda . The consortium is affiliated to the Central Universities of Jammu , Haryana , Himachal Pradesh , Punjab and Rajasthan and the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar. is a joint venture. The objective of the meeting was to outline a roadmap aimed at enhancing cooperation in terms of research, academic activities and social outreach. Professor Raghvendra P. Tiwari, Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Punjab, highlighted that this association has an important role to play in changing the higher education scenario of North India.
13 Airtel Payments Bank, Frontier Markets, Mastercard join hands to help women entrepreneurs
Airtel Payments Bank has partnered with Frontier Markets and Mastercard to support one lakh small women-owned businesses in India . The ‘She Led India: Enterprise ‘ initiative will help women entrepreneurs from Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh upskill and earn through Frontier Markets’ ‘ Meri Saheli ‘ platform. Under this initiative, 10,000 women entrepreneurs associated with small businesses will be able to increase their income by becoming Business Correspondents (BCs) of Airtel Payments Bank.
14 RBI approves merger of Akola Merchant Co-operative Bank with Jalgaon People’s Co-operative Bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the voluntary amalgamation of Akola Merchant Co-operative Bank Ltd. , Akola ( Maharashtra ) with Jalgaon People’s Co-operative Bank Ltd. , Jalgaon (Maharashtra). The scheme has been approved in exercise of powers conferred under sub-section (4) of section 44A read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. This scheme will come into effect from August 28, 2023. Its branches The Akola Merchant Co-operative Bank Ltd., Akola (Maharashtra) will function as branches of The Jalgaon People’s Co-operative Bank Ltd., Jalgaon (Maharashtra) with effect from August 28, 2023.
15 Mining watchdog app to stop illegal coal mining
Ministry of Coal, taking a revolutionary step to fight against illegal coal mining activities, has launched the Khaning Prahari Mobile App. has been launched. This progressive app allows citizens to play an active role in reporting incidents of illegal coal mining by submitting geo-tagged photographs and textual information. The related web portal named Coal Mine Monitoring and Management System (CMSMS) has been developed in collaboration with Bhaskaracharya Institute of Space Application and Geoinformatics, Gandhinagar and Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI), Ranchi. This comprehensive approach not only leverages state-of-the-art technology but also emphasizes public participation in addressing this critical issue. A total of 483 complaints have been registered through Khan Prahari Mobile App, which shows the active participation of the public.
16 Advisory Board on Banking and Financial Frauds
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has reconstituted the Advisory Board on Banking and Financial Frauds (ABBFF) to strengthen the investigation of bank fraud cases . Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) ABBFF acts as the first-level trial body for bank fraud cases before they are referred to investigative agencies such as ABBFF is empowered to conduct periodic fraud analysis within the financial system. It provides insights and policy recommendations on fraud prevention and management to regulatory bodies such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the CVC. The reconstituted ABBFF Board is comprised of the President and four other members, each contributing their expertise in fraud-related matters. The president and members of the ABBFF hold office for a two-year term.
17 Engineers used echolocation to develop a smartphone app
Echolocation is a technique used by animals and tools to sense their surroundings, using emitted high-frequency sound waves to judge distances and locate objects by listening for echoes. Echolocation is a technique used by bats, dolphins and other animals to determine the location of objects using reflected sound. is done. This helps them navigate, hunt, identify allies and enemies, and avoid any kind of trouble even in the dark. Inspired by natural echolocation, humans developed sonar (sound navigation and ranging) and radar (radio detection and ranging) techniques. Sonar is widely used for underwater navigation and communication, while radar is used in aviation, weather forecasting, and military operations. More recently, engineers have used echolocation to develop a smartphone app that could be of great help to the visually impaired.
18 Max Verstappen won the Dutch Grand Prix 2023
Max Verstappen has triumphed once again at his home race by winning the Dutch Grand Prix for the third straight year in a row . With the significant victory, Verstappen has now equaled Sebastian Vettel’s all-time record of nine F1 victories. Fernando Alonso managed to return to the podium a week later when Aston Martin fitted a revised floor to the car, and he crossed the lines in second place. Sergio Perez in second place received a five-second time penalty to promote Pierre Gasly to third place after crossing the lines. The race was held on 27 August 2023 at Circuit Zandvoort, Netherlands.
19 ‘Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)’ completes nine years of successful implementation
‘ Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) ‘ – the National Mission for Financial Inclusion has completed nine years of successful implementation . PMJDY was announced by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address on 15 August 2014 . Launching the scheme on August 28, 2014, the Prime Minister described the occasion as a festival to celebrate the liberation of the poor from a vicious cycle.
20 PM condoles the demise of former Chief Granthi Singh Sahib Giani Jagtar Singh Ji of Sri Darbar Sahib
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep condolence on the demise of former Chief Granthi Singh Sahib Giani Jagtar Singh Ji of Sri Darbar Sahib. Giani Jagtar Singh first served as Akhand Pathi and then Granthi, after which he was appointed as the Granthi of Sri Darbar Sahib. Appointed as and later served the Guru and Panth as Head Granthi.