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Capsule on Current Affairs

August, 2016

01-AUG-2016 Luke Aikins Luke Aikins became first person to jump from 25,000 feet (7,620 metres) without a parachute or wing suit. He is the first person to do so. Yuriko Koike Former Japanese Defence Minister Yuriko Koike on 31 July 2016 was elected as the first woman Governor of Tokyo, the capital city of Japan. Justice DB Bhosale Justice DB Bhosale sworn-in as Chief Justice of Allahabad High Court. His oath of the office was administered by Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik. The post had been vacant since May 2016 after Justice Bhosale’s predecessor, Justice DY Chandrachud, was elevated to the Supreme Court. Syed Nayeemuddin Mohun Bagan Football Club on 29 July 2016 conferred the Mohun Bagan Ratna on Syed Nayeemuddin, India’s only Dronacharya football coach. Lewis Hamilton Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes on 31 July 2016 won the 2016 German Grand Prix. Andhra Pradesh signs MoU with Japan to develop food value chain The Andhra Pradesh government on 30 July 2016 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan to develop a food value chain in the state.

Railway Minister flags off maiden broad-gauge train service between Agartala and Delhi Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu on 31 July 2016 flagged off maiden broad-gauge train service between Agartala and Delhi, ‘Tripura Sundari Express’. India Rising: Fresh Hope, New Fears: Ravi Velloor A book titled India Rising: Fresh Hope, New Fears by Ravi Velloor chronicles India’s journey in the decade before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rise. The book was released in April 2016 by Singapore Emeritus Senior Minister (ESM) Goh Chok Tong. Resolution to rename Madras HC as Tamil Nadu HC passed The Tamil Nadu Assembly on 1 August 2016 unanimously passed a resolution to rename the Madras High Court as the Tamil Nadu High Court. The resolution on the matter was moved by Chief Minister J Jayalalitha as most of the High Courts established after the formation of new states based on linguistic lines have been named after the states only. Ex-CMs not entitled for government accommodation for lifetime: SC The Supreme Court on 1 August 2016 held that former Chief Ministers are not entitled for government accommodation for lifetime. The court said that any such government accommodation should be vacated within two to three months. Strategic Forces Command exempted from ambit of RTI Act, 2005 The Strategic Forces Command (SFC), which forms part of the National Command Authority (NCA), was on 30 July 2016 added to the Second Schedule of the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005. 02-AUG-2016 Patna Pirates beats Jaipur Pink Panthers to win Pro Kabaddi League Season 4 The Patna Pirates on 31 July 2016 won the fourth edition of Pro Kabaddi League by defeating Jaipur

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Pink Panthers 37-29 at Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad, Telangana. Rogers Cup (Canadian Open or Canada Masters) The Rogers Cup is an annual tennis tournament held in Canada. The competition is played on hard courts. The events alternate from year to year between the cities of Montreal and Toronto. In odd-numbered years, the men’s tournament is held in Montreal, while the women’s tournament is held in Toronto, and vice versa in even-numbered years. Narsingh Yadav Narsingh Yadav, the Olympic bound wrestler who earlier failed the dope test, on 1 August 2016 was given clean chit by National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA). With this, he can participate in Rio Olympics beginning on 5 August 2016. Deepak Iyer Deepak Iyer was on 1 August 2016 appointed as Managing Director of Mondelez International’s India Business. Typhoon Nida Typhoon Nida made its landfall near Dapeng Peninsula in China’s Guangdong province on 2 August 2016. Lok Sabha passes Bill on Reconstruction of Financial Assets The Lok Sabha on 1 August 2016 passed the Enforcement of Security Interest and Recovery of Debts Laws and Miscellaneous Provisions (Amendment) Bill, 2016. Parliament passes National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research (Amendment) Bill, 2016 Rajya Sabha on 1 August 2016 passed the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research (Amendment) Bill, 2016. The Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Bill, 2016 It seeks to introduce a uniform entrance examination for all medical educational institutions. This would be applicable at the undergraduate and the post-graduate level.

Anita Gopalan wins 2016 PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants Translator and artist Anita Gopalan on 25 July 2016 was awarded the 2016 PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants for her English translation of Hindi novelSimsim by Geet Chaturvedi. Gopalan is the second Indian translator to be selected for the grant. “R D Burmania: Panchamemoirs” authored by Chaitanya Padukone released A book titled R D Burmania: Panchamemoirs authored by Chaitanya Padukone was released in July 2016. The book throws light on the legendary musician Rahul Dev Burman, whose cabaret tunes still reverberate at pubs and discotheques. Anant Maheshwari Anant Maheshwari was on 1 August 2016 named as the President of Microsoft India by the parent company Microsoft Inc. Maheshwari will succeed Bhaskar Pramanik, who retires in March 2017. 03-AUG-2016 Braj B Kachru Renowned Indian-American linguist Braj B Kachru passed away on 29 July 2016 in Urbana, Illinois. He was 84. ‘Wall of Wishes’ inaugurated to celebrate Olympic mood Sports Minister Vijay Goel on 2 August 2016 inaugurated ‘Wall of Wishes’ at India Gate Lawns in New Delhi. The Wall of Wishes was launched in presence of Olympian Boxer M C Mary Kom to celebrate the Olympic mood in the country. National Tourism Awards for 2014-15 presented Sumitra Mahajan, Speaker, Lok Sabha, on 30 July 2016 presented the National Tourism Awards for the year 2014-15 to various segments of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. BJP Parliamentary Board accepts resignation of Gujarat CM Anandiben Patel BJP Parliamentary Board on 3 August 2016 accepted the resignation of Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel. She will meet State Governor OP Kohli to submit her resignation.

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Dentists (Amendment) Bill, 2016 passed in Rajya Sabha Rajya Sabha on 1 August 2016 passed the Dentists (Amendment) Bill, 2016 with voice Vote. The Bill seeks to amend the Dentists Act, 1948. West Bengal Cabinet cleared proposal to rename the state as “Bengal” West Bengal Cabinet on 2 August 2016 cleared a proposal to rename the state as “Bengal” in English and “Bango” or “Bangla” in Bengali. The word “Bengal” has the state’s culture and heritage associated with it and so it has been decided to change it. Angela Ruggiero American ice hockey Olympic champion Angela Ruggiero on 1 August 2016 was elected as the new chair of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Athletes’ Commission. China to carry out first human gene editing trial for lung cancer A group of Chinese scientists will be performing the world’s first genetic editing trial on humans in August 2016. The trial will be done in an attempt to find a cure for lung cancer. Scientists developed mechanism to recycle CO2 into usable fuel American researchers have developed a mechanism to convert greenhouse gas carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon monoxide (CO) that can be recycled into usable fuel. Sudhanshu Mani appointed as General Manager of Integral Coach Factory Sudhanshu Mani on 3 August 2016 was appointed as the General Manager of Integral Coach Factory (ICF). 04-AUG-2016 Nobel Prize-winning Egyptian chemist Ahmed Zewail passes away Ahmed Zewail, the Egyptian-American scientist who won Nobel Chemistry Prize in 1999, died in the United States on 2 August 2016. He was 70. Union Cabinet approved Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill, 2016

Union Cabinet on 3 August 2016 gave its approval to Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill, 2016. The amendment seeks to improve road safety in the country. Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ elected 39th Prime Minister of Nepal Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist Chairperson (CPN-MC) Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ on 4 August 2016 was elected the 39th Prime Minister of Nepal. Rajya Sabha passes The Constitution (122nd Amendment) (GST) Bill, 2014 Rajya Sabha on 3 August 2016 passed The Constitution (122nd Amendment) (GST) Bill, 2014 to introduce the goods and services tax (GST). The passage of this historic GST Bill has now paved the way for the concept of one nation, one tax. CCEA approves upgradation of 13 existing Government Medical Colleges The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on 3 August 2016 approved upgradation of 13 existing Government Medical Colleges/Institutes (GMCIs) under Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY). United World Wrestling clears name of Narsingh Yadav for Rio Olympics United World Wrestling (UWW) on 3 August 2016 cleared wrestler Narsingh Yadav’s name for participation in the 2016 Rio Olympics. He will be participating in the 74kg weight category of the sport. SAARC Immigration Authorities meeting held in Islamabad The seventh meeting of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Immigration Authorities was held on 2 August 2016 in Islamabad, Pakistan. Aadhaar-linked e-Signature facility launched to digitise documents Online legal documentation startup LegalDesk.com on 3 August 2016 launched the electronic signing feature eSignDesk that allows

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people to sign documents digitally from remote places. Shubha Mudgal to be awarded Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award The advisory committee of the Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award on 30 July 2016 decided that the 23rd Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award will be given to Shubha Mudgal. LG is the administrative head of National Capital Territory: Delhi HC Delhi High Court on 4 August 2016 held that Lt. Governor is the administrative head of the National Capital Territory. Nimesh Kampani resigns as Managing Director of JM Financial Ltd Nimesh Kampani on 3 August 2016 resigned as the Managing Director of JM Financial Ltd. with effect from 30 September 2016. However, Kampani will continue to be the Non-Executive Chairman of the group and a director on the board of a few group companies at JM Financial. Understanding GST & Its Implications Goods and Service Tax (GST) Bill (122nd Constitutional Amendment Bill), which is considered as a biggest indirect tax reform in independent India’s history, was passed by the Rajya Sabha with support from all major political parties except AIADMK. 05-AUG-2016 RBI launches Sachet portal to check illegal money collection The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor, Raghuram Rajan, on 4 August 2016 launched Sachet portal, sachet.rbi.org.in, to check illegal money collection. Nita Ambani becomes first Indian woman IOC member Noted sports promoter and founder chairperson of Reliance Foundation, Nita Ambani was elected as an individual member of International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 4 August 2016. She was elected by IOC members at the 129th Session of the world body in Rio de Janeiro.

Vinod Rai steps down from IDFC Bank’s board Former Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India Vinod Rai on 1 August 2016 stepped down from private sector lender IDFC Bank’s board. IOC agrees to add five sports in 2020 Tokyo Olympics The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 3 August 2016 agreed to add five new sports to the progaramme for 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The sports to be added include Baseball/Softball, Karate, Skateboard, Climbing Sports and surfing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. D K Gayen assumes charge as General Manager of East Central Railway D K Gayen on 4 August 2016 assumed charge of General Manager of East Central Railway (ECR) with headquarters at Hajipur in Bihar. Gayen succeeds Rajeev Mishra, GM of Eastern Railways, who was holding additional charge of ECR. Youssef Chahed appointed as Prime Minister of Tunisia Tunisia’s President Beji Caid Essebsi on 3 August 2016 named Youssef Chahed as the Prime Minister of the country. Chahed’s appointment came after parliament ousted Habib Essid in a vote of no-confidence because of his handling of economic reforms and security. RBI constitutes Tarun Ramadorai Committee on Household Finance The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 4 August 2016 constituted a committee to look at various facets of household finance in India. The Committee will be chaired by Tarun Ramadorai, Professor of Financial Economics, University of Oxford. 06-AUG-2016 Gujarat HC quashes state government notification for EBC quota Gujarat high court on 4 August 2016 quashed the state government’s notification granting 10 percent reservation for the economically backward classes (EBCs). World Breastfeeding Week 2016 observed 1-7 August: World Breastfeeding Week

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The 2016 World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is being observed across the world. The week is held every year from 1 to 7 August. 2016 Rio Olympics begins with grand ceremony The 31st Summer Olympic Games officially began on 5 August 2016 with inaugural ceremony held at the Maracana Stadium in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro. Union Government launches nation-wide programme MAA for promoting breastfeeding Union Health Minister J P Nadda on 5 August 2016 launched a nation-wide programme MAA - Mothers’ Absolute Affection for promoting breastfeeding. 07-AUG- 2016 2nd National Handloom Day observed across the country 7 August: National Handloom Day 2nd National Handloom Day was observed across the country on 7 August 2016 with the main function being held at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. On this occasion, Sant Kabir Awards and National Handloom Awards were presented. China launches Tiantong-01; its first satellite for mobile telecommunication China on 6 August 2016 successfully launched its first satellite for mobile telecommunication, Tiantong-01. Telangana launches Water Resources Information System Telangana State Government on 6 August 2016 launched a unique Water Resources Information System to assess accurate reserves of water in thousands of Tanks and reservoirs across the state. 08-AUG-2016 Vijay Rupani takes oath as Chief Minister of Gujarat Vijay Rupani, the newly elected leader of Gujarat BJP, was sworn in as the 16th Chief Minister of Gujarat on 7 August 2016. Rupani, who succeeds Anandiben Patel, was the senior most cabinet minister in Anandiben Government.

Gymnast Dipa Karmakar becomes first Indian to qualify for Vault Finals ‘Dipa Karmakar, the Indian Gymnast, on 7 August 2016 created history by becoming the first Indian gymnast to enter the Olympic final at the Rio Olympic Centre. Australian surfing champion Bernard Farrelly died Australian surfing champion Bernard Farrelly, best known as Midget for his slight size, died on 7 August 2016. He was 71. PM Narendra Modi launches Mission Bhagiratha in Telangana Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 7 August 2016 launched Mission Bhagiratha at Komatibanda Village, Gajwel in Medak District of Telangana. The scheme was launched by the State Government with an objective to provide safe drinking water to all. Lodha Committee recommendation on BCCI reforms are unconstitutional and illegal: Justice Katju Justice (Retired) Markandey Katju panel appointed by BCCI to advice on SC verdict on implementation of Justice Lodha committee recommendations submitted its interim report to it on 7 August 2016. Odisha government launches Baristha Bunakar Sahayata Yojana The Odisha government on 7 August 2016 launched a special assistance scheme for elderly weavers, ‘Baristha Bunakar Sahayata Yojana’, to mark the National Handlooms Day. Eminent Assamese litterateur Mahim Bora passes away Eminent Assamese litterateur Mahim Bora passed away on 5 August 2016 following old age problems at Nagaon district, Assam. He was 92. He is survived by a son and two daughters-in-law. Bora was a Padma Shri and Sahitya Akademi winner. Manish Tandon appointed as CEO of CSS Corp. Manish Tandon was on 6 August 2016 appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the CSS

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Corp, a global Technology Support company. He will be inducted as a whole time Director of the board and as CEO. 09-AUG-2016 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples observed with theme Right to Education 9 August: International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples was observed on 9 August 2016 with theme Indigenous Peoples’ Right to Education. The day was founded by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on 23 December 1994 with adoption of resolution 49/214 proclaiming that the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People shall be observed annually on 9 August. The date marks the day of the first meeting, in 1982, of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations of the Sub-Commission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights. Australia wins gold in first-ever Olympic Women’s Rugby Sevens Championship Australia on 8 August 2016 clinched the gold medal as the first-ever Olympic champion in the Women’s Rugby Sevens category. The Australian team defeated New Zealand by 24-17. Wildlife Institute of India to house India’s first tiger repository The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) in first week of August 2016 announced that it will house India’s first repository on tigers, under its new Tiger Cell. Swimmer Katie Ledecky sets world record to win gold in 400m freestyle American swimmer Katie Ledecky on 7 August 2016 set a new world record to fetch gold in the women’s 400 metres freestyle at the Rio Olympics. Rajya Sabha passes Mental Health Care Bill, 2013 Rajya Sabha on 8 August 2016 passed the Mental Health Care Bill, 2013. The Bill repeals the Mental Health Act, 1987. Mental Health Review Commission and Board. The commission will be a

quasi-judicial body that will periodically review the use of and procedure for making advance directives and advice the government on protection of the rights of mentally ill persons. It with the concurrence of the state governments, constitute Mental Health Review Boards in the districts of a state. Powers conferred to the board includes Decriminalising suicide and prohibiting electro-convulsive therapy. A person who attempts suicide shall be presumed to be suffering from mental illness at that time and will not be punished under the Indian Penal Code. Electro-convulsive therapy is allowed only with the use of muscle relaxants and anaesthesia. The therapy is prohibited for minors. Kalikho Pul, former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, dies Kalikho Pul, who briefly served as Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister, died on 9 August 2016 in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. He was 47. Endosulfan causes DNA damage in animals: Study by Indian researchers Indian researchers, for the first time, have found that endosulfan, an organochlorine pesticide, causes DNA damages in animals. They have revealed that mice and rats exposed to endosulfan suffer from DNA damage and genomic instability, and impaired DNA damage response. Smiles originated 30 million years ago: Study As per a study titled Smiling baby monkeys and the roots of laughter, the origin of smiles goes back at least 30 million years, when old world monkeys and our direct ancestors diverged. Former RBI Deputy Governor Anand Sinha appointed to the IDFC Bank board Former RBI Deputy Governor Anand Sinha was on 6 August 2016 appointed to the Board of IDFC Bank. Sinha will join Bank as an Additional Director in the category of Independent Director on the board with effect from 1 August 2016. Sandeep Kumar appointed as Transport Commissioner of Delhi Sandeep Kumar was on 8 August 2016 appointed as the Transport Commissioner of Delhi. He

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succeeded Sanjay Kumar, who was appointed as the commissioner a few months ago. Yoga guru TKV Desikachar passes away Renowned Yoga Guru TKV Desikachar passed away on 8 August 2016 following a brief illness in Chennai. He was 78. He was known for transforming the way yoga was practised and turned it into both a wellness concept and a therapy. Dinesh Kumar Khara appointed Managing Director of State Bank of India 10-AUG-2016Dinesh Kumar Khara on 9 August 2016 was appointed Managing Director (MD) of State Bank of India (SBI). Odisha Crime Branch rescues 1051 children in first phase of Operation Muskan-2 Operation Muskan-2 – Programme to trace missing children. Operation Muskan-2, an initiative to trace missing and destitute children and reunite them with parents, was in news in first week of August 2016. It came into news after Odisha Crime Branch in its first phase of Operation traced and rescued about 1051 children. American swimmer Michael Phelps wins his 21st Olympic Gold Medal merican swimmer Michael Phelps on 7 August 2016 won his first gold medal, his 19th Olympic gold medal overall, in the 4 × 100 m freestyle relay of the 2016 Olympic Games. Russia, Turkey agrees to restore ties after diplomatic rift Russia and Turkey on 9 August 2016 agreed to work toward restoring full relations. Russian President Vladimir Putin said rebuilding trade tied will be time consuming. Irom Sharmila ends 16-year-long fast Irom Chanu Sharmila, the Iron Lady of Manipur, on 9 August 2016 ended her 16-year-long hunger strike outside the Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences in Imphal, Manipur. Sharmila, 44, has been fed through nasal tube since November 2000. Moreover, she spent most of

her time in judicial custody in a hospital in Imphal. RBI releases Third Bi-monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2016-17 The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 9 August 2016 released the Third Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2016-17. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launches 70 Saal Azaadi Yaad Karo Kurbani celebrations Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 9 August 2016 launched 70 Saal Azaadi, Yaad Karo Kurbani celebrations in Alirajpur, Madhya Pradesh. Alirajpur is the birthplace of freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad. Pawan Munjal reappointed CMD and CEO of Hero MotoCorp The Board of Directors at Hero MotoCorp on 9 August 2016 reappointed Pawan Munjal as the Chairman, Managing Director (CMD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company for a period of five years. Rajya Sabha passes Enforcement of Security Interest and Recovery of Debts Laws Amendment Bill, 2016 Rajya Sabha on 9 August 2016 passed the Enforcement of Security Interest and Recovery of Debts Laws and Miscellaneous Provisions (Amendment) Bill, 2016. K M Hanumantharayappa assumes charge as Chairman of Central Silk Board K M Hanumantharayappa on 9 August 2016 assumed charge as the Chairman of Central Silk Board, Union Ministry of Textiles for a period of three years. He is the 25th Chairman of the Central Silk Board. Veteran writer-producer Panchu Arunachalam passes away Veteran film producer, script and screenplay writer Panchu Arunachalam passed away on 9 August 2016 following brief illness. He was 75. He is survived by his wife, two daughters and two sons.

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Yesteryear Tamil actress Jyothilakshmi passes away Yesteryear Tamil actress Jyothilakshmi passed away on 9 August 2016 in Chennai following a brief illness. She was 63. 11-AUG-2016 Unit 1 of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant dedicated to nation Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President of Russia Vladimir Putin and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa on 10 August 2016 dedicated Unit 1 of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant to the nation. Lok Sabha passes Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2016 The Lok Sabha on 10 August 2016 passed the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2016. The Bill seeks to amend the Income Tax Act, 1961 and the Customs Tariff Act, 1975. NITI Aayog ties up with US EIA to set up portal on energy data National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog on 10 August 2016 signed agreement with United States (US) Energy Information Administration (EIA) to set up web portal on energy data. The web portal will host all the data related to energy sector including oil & gas, coal, solar & thermal energy etc. NITI Aayog, a think tank of Union Government, is working to develop India’s energy data agency which will take 3-4 years to develop. Kazakhstan’s Dmitriy Balandin wins men’s 200m breaststroke at Rio Olympics Kazakhstan’s Dmitriy Balandin on 10 August 2016 won gold medal in the men’s 200-meter breaststroke final. It is Balandin’s first Olympic medal. M S Subbulakshmi to be honoured by A R Rahman at UN on Independence Day Renowned carnatic vocalist M. S. Subbulakshmi will be honoured at the United Nations on 15 August 2016, India’s 70th Independence Day, by a performance by A.R. Rahman at the United Nations General Assembly.

Rhino horn verification process begins in Assam Assam Government on 11 August 2016 started verification of rhino horns, stored in various treasuries since 1980. For this purpose, the government recently instituted a Rhino Horn Verification Committee. China launches Gaofen-3 Satellite to get accurate images of earth China on 10 August 2016 launched Gaofen-3 Satellite, China’s first Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging satellite. The satellite was launched from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in northern Shanxi province on Wednesday. Kazakhstan’s Nijat Rahimov wins men’s 77kg weightlifting gold at Rio Olympics Kazakhstan’s Nijat Rahimov on 10 August 2016 broke the world record to win the gold medal of the men’s 77kg weightlifting class at the Rio Olympic Games. Lok Sabha passes Employee’s Compensation (Amendment) Bill 2016 The Lok Sabha on 9 August 2016 passed the Employee’s Compensation (Amendment) Bill, 2016 to reduce litigation in cases of disputes arising over compensation to workers. 12-AUG-2016 Legendary Pakistani cricketer Hanif Mohammad passes away Hanif Mohammad, the original ‘Little Master,’ passed away on 11 August 2016 in Karachi, Pakistan. He was 81. Rajya Sabha passed Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Bill, 2016 Rajya Sabha on 11 August 2016 passed the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Bill, 2016. The Bill seeks to amends the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961. HUPA approves construction of over 37000 houses for urban poor The Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation (HUPA) on 11 August 2016 approved construction of 37,013 houses for the urban poor

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in Karnataka and Haryana with an investment of 1491 crore rupees. Consortium of Proposal for AUSC technology A Consortium of three Government Entities proposed a R&D project for development of AUSC Technology for Thermal Power Plants of future, envisaging reduced coal consumption as well as Carbon Di-Oxide (CO2) emission. (AUSC - Advanced Ultra Super Critical) Microsoft appoints Sriram Rajamani as MD of India Research Lab Microsoft on 11 August 2016 announced the appointment of Sriram Rajamani as the new Managing Director (MD) of its India Research Lab. Assam becomes first state to ratify The Constitution (122nd Amendment) (GST) Bill, 2014 The Assam Assembly on 12 August 2016 passed a resolution to become the first state to ratify The Constitution (122nd Amendment) (GST) Bill, 2014. 13-AUG-2016 China’s Ma Long becomes fifth male Grand Slam winner at Rio Olympics China’s table tennis champion Ma Long on 11 August 2016 defeated China’s Zhang Jike by 4-0 to grab the gold medal in Table Tennis at Rio Olympics. Nagaland government to grant 33% reservation to women in Urban Local Bodies The Nagaland Government on 10 August 2016 decided to grant 33 percent reservation to women in Urban Local Bodies (ULBs). The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting held in Kohima. Odisha government to make Aadhar Card mandatory for procurement of paddy In a bid to maintain transparency and ensure quick payment of dues, the Odisha government has decided to make Aadhar Card mandatory for procurement of paddy in the state. World Bio-Fuel Day observed on 10 August

10 August: World Bio-Fuel Day. The World Bio-Fuel Day was observed across the world on 10 August 2016. The day is observed every year with an aim to create awareness about non fossil-fuels (Green Fuels). 15-AUG-2016 International Youth Day celebrated on 12 August The International Youth Day was celebrated across the world on 12 August 2016. The theme of the 2016 International Youth Day is - The Road to 2030: Eradicating Poverty and Achieving Sustainable Consumption and Production. Dipika Pallikal wins Australian Open Squash 2016 title India’s top squash player Dipika Pallikal on 13 August 2016 won the Australian Open Squash women’s singles title in Melbourne. 16-AUG-2016 NASA selects six companies to develop prototypes and concepts for Deep Space Habitats The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on 10 August 2016 selected six U.S. companies to develop ground prototypes and concepts for deep space habitats. This will help in advancing the Journey to Mars. Spiritual guru Pramukh Swami Maharaj passes away Pramukh Swami Maharaj, head of Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) of Swaminarayan sect, passed away on 13 August 2016 at Sarangpur, Gujarat. He was 95. Eminent Tamil Lyricist Na Muthukumar passes away Eminent poet and lyricist Na Muthukumar passed away on 14 August 2016 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu following a brief illness. He was 41. He is survived by his wife, a son and a daughter. He was known for his critically acclaimed literary work and Tamil film songs. Usain Bolt wins gold in men’s 100 meters in Rio Olympics

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Usain Bolt on 14 August 2016 clinched gold in the 100-metre final in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. With this win, Bolt became the first man to win the event three times at consecutive Olympic Games. Manjula Chellur appointed as Chief Justice of Bombay High Court Manjula Chellur was on 12 August 2016 appointed as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court with effect from 24 August 2016. Presently, she is the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court. Anita Wlodarczyk breaks world record to win gold in Hammer Throw Poland’s Anita Wlodarczyk on 15 August 2016 broke her own women’s hammer world record to win the gold medal at the Rio Olympics. Union Government constituted National Committee on Trade Facilitation The Union Government on 12 August 2016 constituted the National Committee on Trade Facilitation (NCTF). Andy Murray of Great Britain won gold in Rio 2016 Olympic Games Andy Murray of Great Britain on 14 August 2016 won the gold medal in men’s singles tennis category in Rio 2016 Olympic Games. UBI launched USSD based *99# Mobile Application for basic banking needs The Union Bank of India (UBI) on 12 August 2016 launched an Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) based *99# Mobile Application for their customers for basic banking needs. Hindustan Copper Limited inaugurated nickel production facility in Ghatsila Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) on 10 August 2016 inaugurated the Nickel, Copper and Acid Recovery Plant of Hindustan Copper Limited at Indian Copper Complex, Ghatsila in Jharkhand. This is the first facility in India to produce Nickel metal of LME grade from primary resource. India’s first Nuclear Suppliers’ Insurance Policy unveiled by INIP

The India Nuclear Insurance Pool (INIP) on 12 August 2016 unveiled India’s first Nuclear Suppliers’ Insurance Policy. China launches World’s first Quantum Communication Satellite China on 16 August 2016 launched the world’s first quantum satellite named Quantum Experiments at Space Scaler (QUESS) satellite. The satellite was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in the remote northwestern province of Gansu. Italy’s Elia Viviani wins gold in Men’s Omnium at Rio Olympics Italy’s Elia Viviani on 15 August 2016 won gold in the men’s omnium cycling track at the Rio Olympics. Ruth Jebet wins gold in 3000m steeplechase at Rio Olympics Bahrain’s Ruth Jebet on 15 August 2016 clinched gold in women’s 3000 metres steeplechase It is Bahrain’s first ever Olympic gold medal. Renowned Punjabi writer Gurdial Singh passes away Prominent Punjabi writer and Jnanpith awardee Gurdial Singh passed away on 16 August 2016 in Bathinda, Punjab. He was 83. 17-AUG-2016 Prominent Malayalam script writer TA Rasaq passes away Prominent Malayalam script writer TA Rasaq passed away on 15 August 2016 in Kochi following a brief illness. He was 58. Former FIFA President Joao Havelange passes away Joao Havelange, former President of Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), passed away on 16 August 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He was 100. A R Rahman honoured with Tamil Ratna Award Noted music composer A.R. Rahman on 15 August 2016 was honoured with the Tamil Ratna Award.

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Union Government launched Smart Ganga City Scheme in 10 cities Union Minister for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation Uma Bharti and Union Urban Development Minister M Venkaiah Naidu on 13 August 2016 launched Smart Ganga City Scheme. Unilever Plc acquires Swedish firm Blueair Unilever, the parent company of Hindustan Unilever (HUL), on 16 August 2016 acquired Swedish firm Blueair for an undisclosed sum. Blueair is a leading player in mobile air purification technology. India’s first bio-CNG plant inaugurated in Pune India’s first bio-CNG plant was on 13 August 2016 inaugurated in Pune, Maharashtra. Shashi Shekhar Committee on World Culture Festival of AOL submitted report to NGT The Shashi Shekhar Committee was in news in the third week of August 2016 as the NGT directed Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s Art of Living (AOL) to submit its response within three weeks on the inspection report. CLRI scientist P Shanmugam awarded with APJ Abdul Kalam award Central Leather Research Institute’s (CLRI) Principal Scientist P Shanmugam on 15 August 2016 bagged the APJ Abdul Kalam Award for his meritorious services in the Higher Education Department of Tamil Nadu. Najma Heptullah appointed as Governor of Manipur Former Union Minister Najma Heptullah was on 17 August 2016 appointed as the Governor of Manipur. With this, Heptullah will be the 18th Governor of the state. 18-AUG-2016 Simone Biles wins gold in Floor Exercise event at Rio Olympics Simone Biles of USA on 16 August 2016 won gold in the Floor Exercise event at Rio Olympics. Purav Raja and Divij Sharan win Los Cabos Open Men’s Doubles title

India’s tennis doubles pair of Purav Raja and Divij Sharan on 16 August 2016 clinched the Abierto Mexicano Los Cabos title in Mexico. 19-AUG-2016 Court of Arbitration for Sport suspends wrestler Narsingh Yadav for four years The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), situated in Lausanne, Switzerland, on 18 August 2016 banned wrestler Narsingh Yadav for four years following an appeal by World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Sakshi Malik becomes India’s first female wrestler to win an Olympic medal Indian wrestler Sakshi Malik on 17 August 2016 won bronze in the 58 kg category at the Olympic Games in Rio. India Post Payments Bank incorporated The India Post Payments Bank Limited (IPPB) on 17 August 2016 was incorporated. In this regard, it has received the Certificate of Incorporation (CI) from the Registrar of Companies, Ministry of Corporate Affairs under the Companies Act, 2013. World’s biggest aircraft Airlander 10 makes maiden voyage in Britain The world’s largest airship, Airlander 10, flew for the first time on 17 August 2016 over London’s Cardington airfield. Union Government launched TARANG, e-Trans & DEEP to enhance transparency in power sector Union Minister of State (IC) for Power, Coal, New and Renewable Energy and Mines Piyush Goyal on 17 August 2016 launched TARANG Mobile App, e-Trans and DEEP e-bidding web portals in New Delhi. SBI board approved merger of 5 associate banks, BMB with itself The State Bank of India (SBI) board on 18 August 2016 approved merger of its five associate banks and Bharatiya Mahila Bank (BMB) with itself.

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20-AUG-2016 Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma to be conferred with Sangeet Martand Ustad Chand Khan Lifetime Achievement Award The Sursagar Society of Dilli Gharana in third week of August 2016 announced that it will confer the annual Sangeet Martand Ustad Chand Khan Lifetime Achievement Award on santoor maestro Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma. World Humanitarian Day observed with theme One Humanity 19 August: World Humanitarian Day World Humanitarian Day was observed on 19 August 2016 with the theme One Humanity. The theme explains how our shared human experiences bind us across divides, and create a common responsibility to demand action for the most vulnerable and at risk of being left behind. 9th edition of Global Innovation Index 2016 released The 9th edition Global Innovation Index (GII) 2016 was released on 15 August 2016 jointly by Cornell University, INSEAD and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The GII 2016 was based on the theme of Winning with Global Innovation. Union Government launches web portal for star rating of major mineral mines The Union Ministry of Mines on 18 August 2016 launched a web portal for star rating of major mineral mines. The star rating will be based on the following parameters: Scientific and systematic mining to mitigate environmental impact. The main advantages of the Star Rating of Mines will be Comprehensive mitigation of environmental impacts on land, air and water by mining activities. Usain Bolt wins ninth Olympic gold as Jamaica wins 4x100m relay Jamaican sprinter on 19 August 2016 won gold in 4x100m relay final at the Rio Olympics. He combined with Asafa Powell, Yohan Blake and Nickel Ashmeade to finish in 37.27 seconds. become the first man to win the event three times at consecutive Olympic Games. He followed the win with a gold medal in the 200 m,

which also makes him the first athlete to win the 200 m three times at the Olympic Games. 21-AUG-2016 Kimia Alizadeh Zenoorin becomes the first Iranian woman to win an Olympic medal Kimia Alizadeh Zenoorin on 18 August 2016 became the first Iranian woman to win an Olympic medal. She claimed the bronze in the taekwondo event in the 57kg category. Germany wins gold in women’s football event at Rio Olympics Germany on 19 August 2016 defeated Sweden by 2-1 to win their first ever Olympic gold medal in women’s football. 22-AUG-2016 IOA Chief N Ramachandran bestowed with the Olympic Order award N. Ramachandran, President of Indian Olympic Association (IOA), on 21 August 2016 was awarded the Olympic Order for his outstanding services to the Olympic movement. Urjit R Patel appointed as 24th Governor of Reserve Bank of India Union Government on 20 August 2016 appointed Dr. Urjit R Patel as the 24th governor of Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He will be having tenure of three years with effect from 4 September 2016. BRICS women parliamentarians’ forum passes Jaipur Declaration BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) women parliamentarians’ forum on 21 August 2016 passed unanimously the Jaipur Declaration. The declaration was adopted by them on the concluding day of the BRICS Women Parliamentarians’ Forum meet held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The declaration has emphasized the need to inform, communicate and educate citizens about developmental schemes. Kamal Haasan chosen for France’s Chevalier de L’Ordre Arts et Lettres The Minister of Culture and Communication, France, in the third week of August 2016 selected Kamal Haasan for the Chevalier de l’Ordre des

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Arts et Lettres (Knight in the National Order Arts and Letters). Former international umpire Subrata Banerjee dies Subrata Banerjee, the former international umpire, passed away on 19 August 2016 in Kolkata. He was 71. Summer Olympics 2016 concluded at Rio de Janeiro The 2016 Summer Olympics concluded on 21 August 2016 at ceremony held at the Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. India at the Rio Olympics 2016 The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) had sent a total of 117 athletes, the nation’s largest ever delegation in Summer Olympic history. Intel unveils Project Alloy device to create merged reality Intel on 16 August 2016 unveiled Project Alloy, an all-in-one virtual reality solution, in San Francisco, the USA. Gymnothorax indicus, new species of eel found in Bay of Bengal A group of researchers discovered a new species of eel, Gymnothorax indicus, from the northern Bay of Bengal along the West Bengal coast. It is likely to be called Indian unpatterned moray. Noted Odia actor Gobind Tej passes away Noted Odia filmmaker, actor and director Gobind Tej passed away on 18 August 2016 following a brief illness in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. He was 88. In his career spanning over 50 years, he has contributed in many Odia feature films either as an actor, director or producer. Hindi author Sunita Jain conferred with Vyas Samman award 2015 Hindi scholar and writer Sunita Jain was on 17 August 2016 awarded with the prestigious 25th Vyas Samman 2015 for her poetry collection Kshama. She received the award by West Bengal Governor K N Tripathi.

23-AUG-2016 V P Singh Badnore sworn in as Governor of Punjab V P Singh Badnore on 22 August 2016 took oath as the new Governor of Punjab. He was also sworn in as the Administrator of Chandigarh Administration. Dhyan Chand Award 2015 Three sports person were selected for the awards and they are Athlete Satti Geetha, hockey player Sylvanus Dung Dung and Rower Rajendra Pralhad Shelke. Banwarilal Purohit sworn in as Governor of Assam Banwarilal Purohit on 22 August 2016 was sworn in as the Governor of Assam. India wins four-match Test Series against West Indies, 2-0. India on 22 August 2016 won the four-match test series against West India 2-0. Fifth day’s play in the fourth test in Port of Spain was called off due to rain. Legendary journalist George E. Curry passes away Legendary journalist George E. Curry, considered the ‘dean of black press columnists’, passed away on 20 August 2016 in Maryland, USA. India, Germany sign agreement on vocational training India and Germany on 22 August 2016 signed an agreement to foster conditions that will help create and improve workplace-based vocational training in India’s industrial clusters. Gujarat to host 2016 Kabaddi World Cup The International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) on 22 August 2016 announced that the 2016 Kabaddi World Cup will be hosted in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The Ocean of Churn: How the Indian Ocean Shaped Human History authored by Sanjeev Sanyal Sanjeev Sanyal: The Ocean of Churn: How the Indian Ocean Shaped Human History. A book titled The Ocean of Churn: How the Indian Ocean Shaped Human History authored by Sanjeev Sanyal was released on 10 August 2016.

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24-AUG-2016 Maharashtra, Telangana sign pact to resolve long standing river water dispute Telangana and Maharashtra government on 23 August 2016 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to start work on three barrages- Tummidi Hatti on Pranhita River, Medigadda on Godavari River and Chanaka-Korata on Painganga River. Indian Women in Rio Olympics 2016: P V Sindhu, Sakshi Malik and Dipa Karmakar The 2016 Summer Olympics concluded in August 2016 at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, witnessed more than 11000 athletes from 207 National Olympic Committees. A total of 117 athletes participated from India. India bagged a total of two medals, one silver and one bronze; both the medals won by women in their respective games. International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition observed globally The International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition was on 23 August 2016 observed across the world. Singapore’s longest serving president Sellapan Ramanathan died Singapore’s former president Sellapan Ramanathan died on 22 August 2016. He was 92. S R Nathan was of Indian-origin and the sixth and longest-serving President of Singapore. He was closely associated with the country’s founding leader Lee Kuan Yew. Telangana Government proposed to create 17 new districts The Government of Telangana on 22 August 2016 issued a draft notification for the creation of 17 new districts. Union Government, Maharashtra Government and AAI sign MoU on Regional Connectivity Scheme The Union Ministry of Civil Aviation, Maharashtra Government and Airports Authority of India (AAI) on 23 August 2016 signed a tri-partite Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for successful launch of the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS).

Sania Mirza becomes World No 1 in ATP Women’s Doubles Tennis rankings India’s ace tennis player Sania Mirza was on 22 August 2016 topped the ATP Women’s Doubles Tennis rankings. Reliance Cement becomes subsidiary of Birla Corporation Limited Reliance Infrastructure Ltd (RInfra) on 22 August 2016 announced that it completed 100 percent sale of Reliance Cement Company Private Limited (RCCPL) to Birla Corporation Limited. Union Government formed Task Force to study structure of organised Group A Central Services The Union Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions on 22 August 2016 constituted a Task Force to comprehensively study the cadre structure of organised Group A Central Services. Andhra Pradesh launches DNA Index System to tackle crime Andhra Pradesh on 20 August 2016 launched the DNA Index System (DIS) for DNA (Deoxyribonucleac acid) profiling of criminals. The system uses the latest DNA technology tool, known as RapidHIT DNA System, developed by IntegenX of United States. New World Wealth Report 2016 released: India stood at 7th position among 10 wealthiest countries The New World Wealth in August 2016 released the report titled The W10: The 10 wealthiest countries in the world. As per the rankings in the report, India is the seventh richest country in the world with a total individual wealth of 5.6 trillion US dollars. 25-AUG-2016 Sakshi Malik named brand ambassador for Beti Bachao, Beti Padao campaign in Haryana Sakshi Malik, the woman wrestler who won the bronze medal at 2016 Rio Olympics in the 58 kg category, was named as Haryana’s brand ambassador for Beti Bachao, Beti Padao campaign.

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Union Government launches ‘Sugamya Pustakalaya’ an e-Library for Persons with print Disabilities Union Government on 24 August 2016 launched Accessible E-Library ‘Sugamya Pustakalaya’ for Divyang under Prime Minister’s Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan). The elibrary was jointly launched by Union Ministers Ravi Shankar Prasad, Prakash Javadekar and Thawar Chand Gehlot. Union Cabinet approves revised Indo-Cyprus DTAA Union Cabinet on 24 August 2016 approved the signing of an agreement and the protocol between the India and Cyprus for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with respect to Taxes on Income. The approval will help India in its fight against tax evasion, round tripping and base erosion/profit shifting. Provisions of the proposed DTAA. It will align the applicable provisions with the consistent policy followed by India and the revised international standards. BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction meet adopts Udaipur Declaration The BRICS Countries on 23 August 2016 adopted the Udaipur Declaration during the second meeting of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China & South Africa) Ministers for Disaster Management in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Colombian government & rebel group FARC sign historic peace accord Colombian government and the rebel group Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) on 24 August 2016 signed a historic peace accord to end more than five decades of conflict. As per the terms of agreement, FARC will give up its armed struggle and join the legal political process. Union Cabinet approves introduction of Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill, 2016 The Union Cabinet on 24 August 2016 approved the introduction of the Surrogacy (Regulation) Bill, 2016.

Union Government, US sign MoU for cooperation in the field of traditional medicines The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) and the United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) on 24 August 2016 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for co-operation in traditional medicine. The MoU was signed by Rajiv Kumar Sharma, Director of PCIM & H and Dr KV Surendra Nath, Senior Vice President, Global Sites, USP. Forbes releases list of The World’s Highest-Paid Actresses 2016 Forbes on 23 August 2016 released the list of The World’s Highest-Paid Actresses 2016. Jennifer Lawrence topped the Forbes magazine list for the second straight year with earnings of 46 million US dollars. Former Governor Akhlaqur Rahman Kidwai passes away Akhlaqur Rahman (AR) Kidwai, who served as Governor of States including Bihar, West Bengal and Haryana, passed away on 24 August 2016 following a brief illness. He was 96. Kidwai is survived by two sons and four daughters. US Postal Service honors Diwali Festival with a Forever Stamp The United States Postal Service (USPS) on 23 August 2016 announced to commemorate the joyous Hindu festival of Diwali with the launch of Forever stamp. The first-day-of-issue dedication ceremony of the Forever Stamp will take place at the Consulate General of India, New York on 5 October 2016. The launch of this stamp is an important recognition for the more than 3 million Indian- Americans who celebrate Diwali every year in US. 26-AUG-2016 Abhinav Bindra to Head NRAI Review Committee on Rio Debacle National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) on 25 August 2016 constituted a five-member review committee to probe the shooters’ Rio Games debacle.

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Thongchai Jaidee becomes Asian Tour Golfer for July 2016 Thailand’s Thongchai Jaidee on 25 August 2016 was voted as the Hilton Asian Tour Golfer of the Month for July 2016. Forbes releases Sixth Annual List of The World’s Most Innovative Companies 2016 Forbes on 24 August 2016 released the sixth annual list of The World’s Most Innovative Companies 2016. The list ranked companies using an algorithm to measure investor enthusiasm. Nine breeds of livestock and poultry registered with NBAGR Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (ICARNBAGR) in the third week of August 2016 announced that it has registered 9 new breeds of indigenous farm animals. World’s first self-driving taxis launched in Singapore World’s first self-driving taxi service was on 25 August 2016 launched in Singapore. With this, Singapore became the first country in the world to launch such service, beating Uber Technologies Inc. by mere days to public road tests of a technology that could revolutionize the transport industry. G Satheesh Reddy conferred first IEI-IEEE Award G. Satheesh Reddy, Indian aerospace scientist, on 25 August 2016 was conferred the first IEI-IEEE Award for engineering excellence 2015. South India’s first Children’s Court inaugurated in Hyderabad First Children’s Court was on 25 August 2016 inaugurated in Hyderabad. Moreover, it was also the first Children Court in South India. However, two other states Goa and Delhi have already got their child friendly court. 27-AUG-2016 RBI announced interest subvention scheme for Women Self-Help Groups Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 25 August 2016 asked all commercial and Co-operative banks to

provide loans to women self-help groups (SHGs) in rural areas at 7 percent per annum. National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) NRLM (Aajeevika) was launched by the Union Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) in June 2011. In 2015, the mission was replaced by the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana. Humans have been causing global warming for almost two centuries: Study A new study suggests that man-made global warming has been around for nearly two centuries. The study was published on 24 August 2016 in the journal Nature. Union Minister Maneka Gandhi launches POCSO e-box Women and Child Development Minister Maneka Sanjay Gandhi on 26 August 2016 launched Protection of Children from Sexual Offenses, POCSO e-box, in New Delhi. Sri Lankan cricketer Tillakaratne Dilshan announced retirement from International Cricket Veteran Sri Lanka batsman Tillakaratne Dilshan on 25 August 2016 announced his retirement from international cricket. PM announces Task Force to prepare action Plan for next three Olympics Games Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 26 August 2016 announced the decision to set up a task force to prepare action Plan for the next three Olympics Games. The task force will be set up over the next few days. 28-AUG-2016 Bombay High Court allows entry of women inside Haji Ali Dargah Bombay High Court on 26 August 2016 ruled that women should be permitted to enter the sanctum sanctorum of Haji Ali Dargah set in the heart of Mumbai. Philippine government, communist rebels sign ceasefire deal The Philippine government and Communist guerrillas (National Democratic Front (NDF)), on

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26 August 2016 signed an indefinite ceasefire deal. The deal signed in Oslo, Norway will facilitate peace talks aimed at ending one of Asia’s longest-running insurgencies. 29-AUG-2016 National Sports Awards - 2016 A day after the Olympic Games came to an end in Rio de Janerio, the government on Monday conferred the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award 2016 to Olympic medallists P.V. Sindhu and Sakshi Malik; ace gymnast Dipa Karmakar, who lost a medal by a whisker, and shooter Jitu Rai. This is for the first time the nation's highest sporting award has been conferred on four athletes. Dipa Karmakar's coach, Bishweshwar Nandi, has been selected for the Dronacharya Award, alongwith Nagapuri Ramesh (athletics), Sagar Mal Dhayal (boxing), Raj Kumar Sharma (cricket), S. Pradeep Kumar (swimming) and Mahabir Singh (wrestling). Fifteen sportspersons will be honoured with the Arjuna Award and three with the Dhyan Chand Award. Besides, the Punjabi University of Patiala will be awarded the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy 2015-16. Apart from a medal and a citation, a Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna awardee will receive a cash prize of Rs.7.5 lakh. The Arjuna, Dronacharya and Dhyan Chand awardees will receive statuettes, certificates and cash prize of Rs.5 lakh each, said a press release from the Sports Ministry. The Selection Committee for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award and the Arjuna Award was headed by Justice S.K. Agarwal, retired Delhi High Court Judge. The Selection Committee for the Dronacharya Award and the Dhyan Chand Award was headed by M.C. Mary Kom. The Ministry also selected 15 athletes for the Arjuna Award. Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award: Sindhu, Sakshi, Dipa, Jitu Rai Dronacharya Award: Nagapuri Ramesh – Athletics; Sagar Mal Dhayal – Boxing; Raj Kumar Sharma – Cricket; Bishweshwar Nandi – Gymnastics; S. Pradeep Kumar - Swimming (lifetime); Mahabir Singh - Wrestling (lifetime) Arjuna Award: Rajat Chauhan – Archery; Lalita Babar – Athletics; Sourav Kothari - Billiards and Snooker; Shiva Thapa – Boxing; Ajinkya Rahane – Cricket; Rani – Hockey; Subrata Paul – Football; V R Raghunath – Hockey; Gurpreet Singh –

Shooting; Apurvi Chandela – Shooting; Soumyajit Ghosh - Table Tennis; Vinesh Poghat – Wrestling; Amit Kumar – Wrestling; Sandeep Singh Mann - Para-Athletics; Virender Singh - Wrestling (deaf) Dhyan Chand Award: Satti Geetha – Athletics; Sylvanus Dung Dung – Hockey; Rajendra Pralhad Shelke – Rowing ISRO successfully test-fires Scramjet Rocket Engine The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on 28 August 2016 successfully test launched the Supersonic Combustion Ramjet engine, called Scramjet, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikotta in Andhra Pradesh. Sania Mirza, Monica Niculescu won Connecticut Open doubles title Saina Mirza and Monica Niculescu on 28 August 2016 won Doubles title at the Connecticut Open in New Haven, the US. In the final clash, the Indo-Romanian team defeated the Ukrainian-Taiwanese pair of Kateryna Bondarenko and Chuang Chia-Jung, 7-5, 6-4. Unified Payments Interface introduced by banks Unified Payments Interface (UPI) was introduced on 25 August 2016 by four banks, namely Axis Bank, Union Bank of India, Federal Bank and Bank of Maharashtra. The app will allow customers to make payments via digital means. US President Obama expands world’s largest protected marine area off Hawaii US President Barack Obama on 27 August 2016 expanded Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument off Hawaii, creating the world’s largest marine reserve. Maharashtra Government unveiled Mumbai-Nagpur Super Communication Expressway project Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on 27 August 2016 unveiled the 46000 crore rupee, ambitious Mumbai-Nagpur Super Communication Expressway project in Mumbai. Union Finance Ministry constitutes High-level Committee to suggest steps to promote card payments

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The Union Finance Ministry on 26 August 2016 constituted a high-level committee to suggest steps to promote card payments through incentives like tax rebates and cash back schemes. The committee was constituted with an aim to discourage cash transactions. UNU-EHS releases World Risk Report 2016: India ranked 77th in World Disaster Risk Index The United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS) and Bundnis Entwicklung Hilft on 25 August 2016 released the World Risk Report 2016, that analyses the role of infrastructure in shaping a country’s disaster risk. India’s position in World Risk Index 2016 India ranks 77 on the World Risk Index, marginally better positioned than Pakistan which is placed at 72nd position. International Day Against Nuclear Tests observed globally 29 August: International Day Against Nuclear Tests International Day Against Nuclear Tests was on 29 August 2016 observed across the world with an aim to raise people’s awareness on the need to prevent nuclear catastrophes to avert devastating effects on humankind, the environment and the planet. Mukesh Mehta appointed as President of India Bullion and Jewellers Association Mukesh Mehta was on 28 August 2016 appointed as the President of India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA). He is also a Director on the Board of IBJA. 30-AUG-2016 National Sports Day celebrated on August 29 National Sports Day was observed across India on 29 August 2016. The day is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of the legendary hockey player Dhyan Chand who was born on 29 August 1905. Major Dhyan Chand – The Hockey Wizard Major Dhyan Chand was India’s greatest hockey player. He has scored over 1000 goals between

1926 and 1948. He helped India win 3 Olympic Gold medals including the first in 1928 (Amsterdum Olympic games) and then in 1932 (Los Angeles Olympic games) and 1936 (Berlin Olympic games). India, Myanmar signed four agreements to boost bilateral cooperation India and Myanmar on 28 August 2016 signed four Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation and bilateral relations between the two countries. Padma Sachdev gets Saraswati Samman for year 2015 Eminent author Padma Sachdev was awarded the prestigious Saraswati Samman for the year 2015 for her autobiography ‘Chitt-Chete’ written in Dogri language. She was felicitated by Delhi’s Lt Governor Najeeb Jung in New Delhi on 29 August 2016. Madhukar Gupta Committee on border protection submits report to MHA The Madhukar Gupta Committee on border protection submitted its report to the Home Minister Rajnath Singh on 29 August 2016. Nico Rosberg wins 2016 Belgian Grand Prix Nico Rosberg of Mercedes on 28 August 2016 won the 2016 Belgian Grand Prix of Formula One (F1). PM Modi launches first phase of SAUNI project in Jamnagar, Gujarat Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 30 August 2016 launched the first phase of SAUNI (Saurastra Narmada Avataran Irrigation) project at Sanodara of Jamnagar district of Gujarat. Modi released water from AJI-3 Dam. Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation Yojana (SAUNI Yojana) Sauni Yojana has been launched to divert one MAFt excess over flowing flood water of Narmada allocated to Saurashtra Region. The excess over flowing flood water of Narmada will be distributed to 115 reservoirs of eleven districts of Saurashtra through total 1126 km

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long four link pipelines benefitting 10,22,589 acre land. Yogeshwar Dutt Indian wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt’s bronze medal from the 2012 London Olympics was upgraded to silver on 30 August 2016. The medal was upgraded after second-place finisher late Besik Kudukhov of Russia was stripped off his medal for failing a dope test. 31-AUG-2016 Man Kaur, 100-year-old athlete from India, wins Gold Medal at Masters Games India’s 100-year-old athlete, Man Kaur, on 30 August 2016 won Gold medal at the American Masters Games in the 100-meter dash. She took a minute-and-a-half to cross the finish line in Vancouver, Canada. West Bengal to be renamed as Bangal in Hindi and Bengal in English The West Bengal State Assembly on 29 August 2016 passed a resolution to change the name of the state from West Bengal to Bangla in Bengali, Bengal in English and Bangal in Hindi. CRPF decides to appoint P V Sindhu as Commandant and brand ambassador Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), India’s largest paramilitary force, on 29 August 2016 decided to appoint ace badminton player P V Sindhu as its brand ambassador. CRPF will also bestow the honorary rank of Commandant on the Olympic silver medallist. Union Cabinet approved grant of Permanent Residency Status to Foreign Investors The Union Cabinet on 31 August 2016 approved the scheme for grant of Permanent Residency Status (PRS) to foreign investors subject to the relevant conditions as specified in the FDI Policy notified by the Government from time to time. Aishwaryaa R Dhanush appointed as UN Women’s Advocate for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in India United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and UN Women Deputy Executive Director Lakshmi Puri on 29 August 2016 announced the

appointment of Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth Dhanush as UN Women’s Advocate for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment in India. Film director, classical dancer and writer, Aishwaryaa will help raise awareness of UN Women’s core messages of gender equality and women’s empowerment across India. The act will boost the organisation’s efforts to close the gender gap and achieve a more equal world – a Planet 50-50 – by the year 2030. Gujarat becomes first state to distribute 2 crore LED Bulbs under UJALA Gujarat in the last week of August 2016 has become the first state to distribute 2 crore LED bulbs under Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) scheme. MoUD and Amar Chitra Katha signs MoU to publish and distribute comic book on Swachh Bharat Mission The Ministry of Urban Development (MoUD) on 31 August 2016 signed a Memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Amar Chitra Katha to publish and distribute a special edition of a comic book. The comic book will focus on Swachh Bharat Mission. ***

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