Page-9 of Current Affairs - August, 2023
Patna Marine Drive
The Bihar government is set to undertake a major project, envisioning the conversion of the Digha to Gandhi Maidan stretch into the Patna Marine Drive. This ambitious plan involves creating lush green spaces, lining the JP Ganga Path with parks, ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Report on Stalled Real Estate Projects
A 14-member committee led by former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant submitted its report to Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Puri on August 21, 2023. The committee was established to investigate stalled real estate projects and propose solutions for ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
Mohajer-10 Attack Drone
Iran has introduced its latest domestically built drone, the “Mohajer-10,” featuring improved capabilities like higher altitude flight, longer endurance, and increased payload capacity. Unveiled during a ceremony attended by the Iranian president, the drone can fly for up to 24 ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Sachin Tendulkar Assumes Role of Election Commission’s National Voter Awareness Ambassador
Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar is set to embark on a new role as the national icon for voter awareness and education under the Election Commission of India (ECI). The ECI announced its intention to sign a memorandum of understanding ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Debt-Fossil Fuel Trap
Developing countries burdened with heavy debts are compelled to rely on fossil fuels for revenue generation, hindering their transition to renewable energy. A recent report titled “The Debt-Fossil Fuel Trap,” published by Debt Justice and partner organizations, highlights the predicament ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Indian Journal of Biochemistry and Biophysics (IJBB)
In alignment with the “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” initiative by the Government of India and the G20, the Indian Journal of Biochemistry and Biophysics (IJBB), in collaboration with the Department of Anatomy at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, presents ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs
27th Edition of Exercise MALABAR
The 27th edition of Exercise MALABAR concluded off the East Coast of Australia on August 21, 2023. The exercise involved naval forces from the Indian Navy, Royal Australian Navy, Japan Maritime Self Defence Force, and the US Navy. Conducted in ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
John Warnock
John Warnock, co-founder of Adobe Inc., passed away at the age of 82 on August 19. Along with Charles Geschke, he established Adobe in 1982 and is best known for creating the PDF format for documents. Warnock served as CEO ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News