CURRENT AFFAIRS OF 8th AUGUST, 2023
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The Quit India Movement Day is annually observed across India on 8 August to commemorate the launch of the Quit India Movement on 8 August, 1942. The day pays tribute to the martyrs and freedom fighters of the Independence movement.
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On 7 August 2023, India observed the third National Javelin Day, dedicated to celebrating the awe-inspiring achievement of Neeraj Chopra, who made an indelible mark on the global stage.
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Kiwi, a fintech company specializing in enabling credit on UPI, has partnered with Axis Bank to introduce a lifetime free Axis Bank KWIK credit cards through its app.
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The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has developed The ‘MASI’ application for real-time monitoring of Child Care Institutions (CCIs) and their inspection process across the country.
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The Ministry of Minority Affairs implemented ‘Naya Savera’ scheme also known as ‘Free Coaching and Allied’ scheme to assist students/candidates belonging to the six minority communities namely Sikh, Jain, Muslim, Christian, Buddhist and Parsi by way of special coaching for qualifying examinations.
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England batter Alex Hales on 4 August 2023, announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, at the age of 34.
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Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba has been officially granted a one-year extension by the Central government, making him the longest-serving cabinet secretary in India’s history.
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The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) and the World Bank have joined forces to develop a comprehensive roadmap for integrating hydrogen blending in natural gas and establishing the infrastructure for their transmission through gas pipelines in the country.
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Indian Air Force received air-launched Israeli Spike Non Line of Sight (NLOS) Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) from Israel which can hit targets upto 50 km from a helicopter and 32 km from the ground. The NLOS missiles will be integrated with the fleet of Russian-origin Mi-17V5 helicopters, manufactured by Kazan Helicopters.
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Indian athlete Kishore Jena won the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw at Sri Lanka National Athletics meet with a personal best throw of 84.38m.
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With a vision to create a just world that values and conserve nature, IUCN Species Survival Commission has partnered with Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) to set up the first-ever Center for Species Survival in South Asia.
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The State Government of Kerala has launched a groundbreaking scheme called ‘Shubhayatra’ which aims to provide much-needed financial support to first-time overseas emigrants from Kerala, facilitating a positive and productive migration ecosystem.
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The Indian women’s compound team of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Aditi Swami and Parneet Kaur won the gold medal at the 2023 Berlin World Archery Championships beating Mexico 235-229 in the final. It was India’s first-ever gold at the archery world championships in any category.
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Alexei Popyrin clinched the Croatia Open title after winning the final against Stan Wawrinka in Umag at the ATP 250.
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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its PSLV-C56 rocket carrying seven Singaporean satellites from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.
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Renowned folk singer and activist Gaddar passed away on 6 August, 2023 at the age of 74.