Page-17 of Current Affairs - August, 2023

China Builds Airstrip on Disputed Triton Island

August 17, 2023

China is reportedly constructing an airstrip on Triton Island in the South China Sea, an area disputed by Taiwan and Vietnam. Satellite images indicate the nearly 2,000-foot-long airstrip could accommodate turboprop aircraft and drones, raising questions about its intended purpose. ..

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Tujuhbelasan

August 17, 2023

Google commemorated Indonesia’s 78th Independence Day with a custom Doodle illustrating traditional Independence Day games. The artwork highlights the importance of collaboration within the Indonesian community. Indonesia declared independence from Dutch rule on August 17, 1945. After four years of ..

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Expansion of the Digital India Programme

August 17, 2023

The Digital India programme, launched in 2015 for digital service delivery, is set to expand with a budget of ₹14,903 crores. The Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved this expansion, aiming to enhance India’s digital landscape. The initiatives ..

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Mukhyamantri Nishulk Annapurna Food Packet Scheme

August 17, 2023

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot launched the Mukhyamantri Nishulk Annapurna Food Packet Scheme on Independence Day. Under this initiative, families covered by the National Food Security Act (NFSA) will receive monthly Annapurna food packets containing essential items from fair price ..

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PM-eBus Sewa Scheme

August 17, 2023

The Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to the “PM-eBus Sewa” scheme aimed at enhancing urban bus operations with 10,000 electric buses on a Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. The scheme carries an estimated ..

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Ex-DRDO Chief V S Arunachalam Passes Away

August 17, 2023

V S Arunachalam, a prominent scientist and instrumental figure in India’s nuclear program, has died at the age of 87. Known for his leadership roles at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), he played a crucial role in shaping ..

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SC Handbook on Gender Stereotypes

August 17, 2023

Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, has released a 30-page handbook aiming to address gender stereotypes in judicial discourse. The handbook, intended for judges and legal practitioners, highlights the significance of using gender-neutral and accurate language in legal proceedings. It ..

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Tachymenoides harrisonfordi

August 17, 2023

A newly discovered species of snake in Peru has been named Tachymenoides harrisonfordi in tribute to actor Harrison Ford’s environmental advocacy. Known for his portrayal of Indiana Jones, who famously fears snakes, Ford’s real-life commitment to conservation earned him this ..

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