Page-15 of Current Affairs - August, 2023

Vishwakarma Yojana

August 16, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address, introduced the Vishwakarma Yojana, a scheme designed to benefit traditional workers and craftsmen, with an initial allocation of Rs 13,000 – Rs 15,000 crore. This initiative targets professionals like goldsmiths, ironsmiths, ..

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Drone ki Udaan

August 16, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 77th Independence Day address, unveiled a vision to empower rural women through Women’s Self Help Groups (SHGs). He announced the ambitious goal of creating 2 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’ (women millionaires) in villages, emphasizing the ..

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Carbon Dioxide Drives Volcanic Eruption

August 16, 2023

A groundbreaking study challenges conventional wisdom by revealing that carbon dioxide (CO2), not water vapor, is the driving force behind the eruption of basaltic volcanoes. Researchers studying magma from Pico do Fogo, a highly active ocean island volcano, detected elevated ..

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Goa Offers India’s First Free IVF Treatment Service

August 16, 2023

Goa has set a groundbreaking precedent by becoming the first Indian state to offer free in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment, alongside assisted reproductive technology (ART) and intrauterine insemination (IUI). Chief Minister Pramod Sawant inaugurated the service at Goa Medical College ..

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Scent Dogs Surpass PCR Tests for COVID-19 Detection

August 16, 2023

Trained scent dogs have demonstrated remarkable accuracy in detecting COVID-19 infections, outperforming traditional RT-PCR tests, according to a comprehensive review of studies. This innovative method not only offers quicker results but also the potential to significantly cut diagnostic expenses. The ..

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Patricia Bredin

August 16, 2023

Patricia Bredin, the UK’s inaugural Eurovision singer, passed away at 88. Her two-minute performance at the 1957 Eurovision Song Contest earned her seventh place among ten singers. Spotted at the Savoy Hotel in London, the 22-year-old was selected to perform ..

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Abua Awas Yojna

August 16, 2023

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced the launch of the ‘Abua Awas Yojna,’ a housing initiative aimed at constructing homes for the needy within the next two years, at a cost of Rs 15,000 crore. During the flag hoisting ceremony ..

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US Court Holds State Liable for Climate Breach, Empowering Global Litigation Trend

August 16, 2023

In a groundbreaking legal victory, a group of young residents from Montana’s Missoula successfully sued their own state for violating their constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment. On August 14, a district court judge ruled in favor of ..

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Indian Army Dedicates “Bhagat Bridge” on 77th Independence Day

August 16, 2023

On India’s 77th Independence Day, the Indian Army inaugurated the “Bhagat Bridge” in Danna Village, the last village on the Line of Control in the Machhal Sector of Jammu and Kashmir. This 115-feet long bridge is named in memory of ..

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Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns Debut at Independence Day

August 15, 2023

During the 77th Independence Day celebrations at Delhi’s iconic Red Fort, Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns were used for the ceremonial gun salute, replacing the British 25-pounder guns. These indigenous guns marked their debut earlier this year with a 21-gun ..

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