Page-2 of Current Affairs - August, 2014

Kerela’s shocking Child Marriage figures

August 30, 2014

A recent report by UNICEF has brought-out shocking statistics about the most literate state of the country- Kerela. The report suggests an apparent rise in rate of child marriages in the state. The trend which is more prominent in the ..

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Baba Kalyani re-nominated as Co-Chairman of Indo-Japan Business Leader’s Forum

August 29, 2014

Baba Kalyani has been re-nominated as the Co-Chairman of the India-Japan Business Leader’s Forum (IJBLF). The Ministry of Commerce and Industry appointed Kalyani as chairman of IJBLF. Kalyani is Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge Ltd. The members of ..

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Pakistan’s Army General intervenes to tackle political crisis

August 29, 2014

Pakistan Government has appointed its Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Raheel Sharif as mediator to neutralize the ongoing political crisis in the country. The decision to seek COAS’ help was taken after both Imran Khan, chief of Pakistan ..

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Harry Belafonte to receive honorary humanitarian Oscar

August 29, 2014

Oscar organizers declared that they will give a esteemed humanitarian award to US actor-producer-singer Harry Belafonte, whose efforts as an activist has assisted throw light on racism and discrimination. It will be presented at the body’s 6th annual Governors Awards ..

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Resolution urging government to resume Indo-Pak talks passed in J&K Legislative Council

August 29, 2014

J&K Legislative Council passed a resolution urging the government to resume the talks with Pakistan. Chairman of the Council Amrit Malhotra moved the resolution on behalf of the house. The resolution also suggested state government to take steps for the ..

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Government approves continuation of urea production from Naptha

August 29, 2014

The Union Government has given nod to continuation of production of urea from three plants using Naptha as raw material for duration of three months ending on September 30, 2014. This decision will enable these units to continue urea production ..

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August 29: India celebrates National Sports Day

August 29, 2014

August 29 was celebrated as National Sports Day across the country. The day marks the birth anniversary of Hockey Wizard, Major Dhyan Chand. The legendary player contributed immensely in winning gold medals for India at 1928, 1932 and 1936 Olympic ..

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From Mr. and Mrs. Smith to Mr. and Mrs. Pitt: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie married

August 29, 2014

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have finally tied the knot after 9 years of togetherness, 6 kids and over 2 years of engagement. The ceremony which was a highly private affair took place on August 23, 2014 in presence of ..

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PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana

August 28, 2014

PM of India, Narendra Modi launched the ambitious ‘Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana’ which aims to achieve comprehensive financial inclusion. Mr. Modi had announced this scheme on his maiden Independence Day speech on August 15, 2014. On the very first ..

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Delhi Government made it compulsory for women to wear helmet in Delhi NCR

August 28, 2014

The Delhi Government made it compulsory for women riding a 2-wheeler to wear helmets in Delhi NCR region. The objective is to ensure safety of women in the NCR. The law came into effect after Delhi Government amended Rule 115 ..

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