MCX Chairman and Five Directors ResignedPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

MCX Chairman Venkat Chary and five other directors on the commodity exchange board resigned on 30 August 2013 following the implementation of new guidelines.

Ahimsa Messenger Programme was launched by Sonia GandhiPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi launched Ahimsa Messenger Programme- an initiative to curb violence against women on 31 August 2013 at Delhi.

Bharti Airtel conducted Field Trials to provide Cost-efficient 3 G Phone ServicesPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

Bharti Airtel successfully conducted field trials of a technology which provides cost-efficient 3G phone services

Bayern Munich won Super Cup 2013 after defeating ChelseaPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

Bayern Munich defeated Chelsea in the final at the Eden stadium in Prague on 30 August 2013 to win UEFA Super Cup 2013

Federal Bank Limited Launched Electronic Version of Passbook Called FedBookPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

Kerala based Federal Bank Limited launched the electronic version of conventional passbook, called FedBook, on 30 August 2013.

Dinesh K Sarraf Recommended to be Next ONGC ChiefPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

The Public Enterprises Selection Board on 30 August 2013 recommended Dinesh K Sarraf as the next head of the ONGC

Union Government of India Approved Three Projects under EMC SchemePublished on: 31-AUG-2013

The Union Government of India on 30 August 2013 gave its approval to three projects under the Electronic Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) scheme.

The President of India, Pranab Mukherjee Gave Assent to the Companies BillPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

The President of India, Pranab Mukherjee on 29 August 2013 gave his assent to the Companies Bill 2013.

Grand Felicitation Functions for Gujarat CM Held at Newly Formed Districts of the State

Published on: 31-AUG-2013

Gujarat CM, Narendra Modi was felicitated by people of newly-formed districts of Gujarat, Chhota Udaipur and Mahi Sagar, on 30 August 2013.

Government approved denotification of six SEZs projectsPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

Government denotified six SEZs that includes one from textile industry and five from IT industry.

Justice Nuthalapati Venkata Ramana Appointed New Chief Justice of the Delhi High CourtPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

Justice Nuthalapati Venkata Ramana, judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court was on 30 August 2013 appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court.

RBI introduced Forex Swap Window for Public Sector Oil Marketing CompaniesPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

Forex Swap Window for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies introduced by RBI.  This will help the oil companies in meeting daily $ requirements.

India’s GDP Dropped to 4.4 Percent; Lowest in 4 YearsPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth of India decelerated even more to 4.4 percent, the slowest rate of expansion since 2008 economic meltdown.

Supreme Court of India Cleared Dedicated Freight Corridor Project through National ParkPublished on: 31-AUG-2013

The Supreme Court of India cleared the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) Project passing through Sanjay Gandhi National Park.

RBI allowed premature encashment of 8% Savings Bonds for Investors above 60Published on: 31-AUG-2013

RBI permitted premature encashment of 8% savings of taxable bonds for investors of 60 years and above.

Nobel Literature Laureate Seamus Heaney diedPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Irish writer Seamus Heaney died at the age of 74 on 29 August 2013

Graphic Biography on Dhyan Chand Launched:Dhyan Chand-The Wizard of HockeyPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

The graphic biography on former Indian Hockey player Dhyan Chand titled Dhyan Chand-The Wizard of Hockey launched

Anatoly Onoprienko, the Serial Killer of Ukrain diedPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

The Beast of Ukraine, serial killer Anatoly Onoprienko died in prison. He killed 52 people after robbing them.

Foreign Minister of Nicaragua,Samuel Santos Lopez visited IndiaPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

The Foreign Minister of Nicaragua, Samuel Santos Lopez paid an official visit to India since 19 August to 23 August 2013

Sun Burn Response in Whales Can Give Clues to Anti Ageing in Humans: ResearchPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Researchers from the Newcastle University, UK revealed that the way whales reacted to sunlight explained about the ageing process of humans.

Sockalingam Sam Kannappan Elected Zonal Secretary/Treasurer of NCEESPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

The National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) elected Sockalingam Sam Kannappan as its zonal Secretary/treasurer.

The Social Security Agreement between India and Canada ApprovedPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

The Union Cabinet of India on 29 August 2013 approved the Social Security Agreement between India and Canada

Valley wider than Grand Canyon discovered beneath Ice Sheet in GreenlandPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Scientists discovered a vast canyon under the ice sheet of Greenland, which was previously unknown. It is larger than the Grand Canyon of Arizona.

International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances Observed Across the WorldPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

30 August was declared as the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances by the UN General Assembly.

Air India Launched Direct Flights to Australia After 22 YearsPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Air India launched its direct flights to Sydney and Melbourne on 29 August 2013, after a wide gap of 22 years.

Scientists discovered new Super-Heavy Element with Atomic Number 115, UnunpentiumPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Scientists discovered a new element with atomic number 115. Before being added to periodic table it will be verified by the int’l Committee of Scientists.

Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Bill, 2011 Passed By the Lok SabhaPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

The Lok Sabha on 29 August 2013 passed the Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Bill, 2011, also called the Land Acquisition Bill.

CCEA approved Continuation of Technology Upgradation Fund SchemePublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs gave its approval for continuing the Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme during the 12th Plan period

GSAT–7, India's first Defence Satellite launched SuccessfullyPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

GSAT-7, the first Indian defence satellite was launched by the European Arianespace’s Ariane 5 Rocket from the Kourou Spaceport of French Guiana.

Meeting of Consultative Committee of Parliament on Maternal Health HeldPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Meeting of the Consultative Committee of Parliament on Maternal Health was held in New Delhi on 29 August 2013.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1#sthash.noOer3VV.dpuf

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Yasin Bhatkal, the Co-Founder of Indian Mujahideen, Arrested From BiharPublished on: 30-AUG-2013

Yasin Bhatkal, the co-founder of the Indian Mujahideen (IM), was arrested from the India-Nepal border in Bihar’s Raxaul town on 29 August 2013.

China and Pakistan to hold Joint Air Exercise called Shaheen (Eagle)-2Published on: 29-AUG-2013

The Chinese and Pakistani air forces on 28 August 2013 decided to hold a joint exercise called Shaheen-2

E-Commerce Firm Snapdeal.com entered into a Partnership with Hypercity RetailPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

E-commerce firm Snapdeal.com on 29 August 2013 entered into a strategic partnership with Hypercity Retail

SepakTakraw Super Series kicked off in DelhiPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

The International Sepaktakraw Super Series 2013 kicked off in New Delhi on 29 August 2013.

Second ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (Plus) issued the Joint DeclarationPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

The second ADMM (ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting) Plus meeting was held in Brunei on 29 August 2013

Tourist Visa on Arrival Facility extended at Four More AirportsPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

The government on 28 August 2013 decided to extend Tourist Visa on Arrival facility at four more airports of the country

Nidal Malik Hasan sentenced to death for Fort Hood ShootingPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

Nidal Malik Hasan was sentenced to death in connection of the Fort Hood shooting, Texas. The shooting took place in November 2009 at Central Texas Army Post.

UN Security Council failed to reach an Agreement on the Use of Military Force against Syria

Published on: 29-AUG-2013

 UN Security Council failed to reach an agreement on a resolution that could authorise the use of military force against Syria

Need more study on CO2 effect on Marine Fauna: ResearchersPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

Researchers have highlighted the need of conducting more research to check the response of ocean and ocean fauna to the human impact on climate change.

RTE Anthem launched by Union Minister for HRD Pallam RajuPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

Union Minister for HRD M M Pallam Raju on 29 August 2013 launched the RTE anthem- a new initiative to spread the message of RTE Act among Public.

China dismissed Japan's proposal to hold talks over Disputed IslandsPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

China on 26 August 2013 rejected the proposal of Japan to hold talks on disputed Sekaku and Diaoyu islands.

Scientists identified risk of Earthquake in the Hills of UttarakhandPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

Scientists discovered structural difference in the hills of Uttarakhand, which may lead to earthquake, because of the presence of strain (energy).

CCI cleared stalled Infra Projects worth 1.83 Lakh Crore RupeesPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

The Cabinet Committee on Investment (CCI) on 26 August 2013 cleared 36 projects worth 1.83 lakh crore rupees.

Book entitled Satyagraha: The Story Behind the Revolution releasedPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

Prakash Jha released a book titled Satyagraha: The Story Behind the Revolution. The book was released to promote his film Satyagraha.

National Sports Day Observed on 29 AugustPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

National Sports Day was observed across the country on 29 August 2013 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Indian hockey legend Dhyan Chand.

Justice K.N.Basha Appointed as Chairman of the Intellectual Property Appellate TribunalPublished on: 29-AUG-2013

Justice K.N Basha, a retired judge of the Madras High Court, took charge as the chairman of the Intellectual Property Appellate Tribunal on 28 August 2013.

India proposed to set-up JBWG with Myanmar to address Border Demarcation IssuePublished on: 29-AUG-2013

India has suggested Myanmar to set-up a Joint Border Working Group to address the issues of demarcation of border between the two countries.

Nelson Mandela became the First Recipient of the Mahathir AwardPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

The former South African President Nelson Mandela on 27 August 2013 won the inaugural Mahathir Award for Global Peace

Apollo Hospitals Group signed MoU with Rochester Varsity USPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

The Apollo Hospitals Group on 27 August 2013 signed a MoU with the University of Rochester Medical Centre, USA for academic collaboration and patient care.

Kerala to have a World Class Life Sciences Park called Bio 360Published on: 28-AUG-2013

Kerala state government on 22 August 2013 laid the foundation store of Bio 360, a Life Sciences Park

SC:A Rapist's offer to Marry can't be a Ground for Letting off the GuiltyPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Supreme Court ruled that a rapist’s offer to marry the rape victim could never be a basis for letting off the guilty

Haryana Government to Conduct Survey of Manual ScavengersPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

The Haryana Government on 27 August 2013 decided to conduct a survey of Manual Scavengers in 76 towns of the State.

Kapil Parakh Selected for White House Fellowship 2013-14Published on: 28-AUG-2013

Kapil Parakh (Person of Indian Origin), a cardiologist at Johns Hopkins has been selected for the prestigious White House Fellowship for the year 2013-14.

NASA Lunar Science Institute Detected the Evidence of Water on Lunar SurfacePublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Research conducted by NASA Lunar Science Institute (NLSI) on 27 August 2013 unveiled about the evidence of water on the surface of the moon.

Former Indian Athlete Henry Rebello DiedPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Former athlete Henry Rebello died in Gurgaon on 27 August 2013 after a long illness

RBI Released the Discussion Paper on ‘Banking Structure in India – The Way Forward’Published on: 28-AUG-2013

The Reserve Bank of India on 27 August 2013 released the Discussion Paper on ‘Banking Structure in India – The Way Forward’.

Birendra Prasad Baishya Appointed As the Chairman of the Ethics Commission of the IWFPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Indian Weightlifting Federation President Birendra Prasad Baishya was appointed as the chairman of the Ethics Commission of the IWF in Beijing.

Petroleum Sports Promotion Board Won 43rd Institutional Table Tennis ChampionshipsPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Soumyajit Ghosh, the table tennis national champion retained his men's singles title at the Institutional Table Tennis Championships.

Malala Yousafzai won 2013 International Children's Peace PrizePublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Malala Yousafzai on 27 August 2013 won 2013 International Children’s Peace Prize

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Visited Jaffna and Other War-Affected Sri Lankan AreasPublished on: 28-AUG-2013

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay on 27 August 2013 visited parts of Sri Lanka's northern region affected by 30 years of civil war.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p2#sthash.PAZzYPAD.dpuf

Rajya Sabha Passed the Representation of the People (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2013Published on: 28-AUG-2013

The Rajya Sabha on 27 August 2013 unanimously passed the Representation of the People (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2013 to amend the RP Act, 1951.

Central Vigilance Commissioner Inaugurated the Delhi NCR Chapter of Vigilance Study CirclePublished on: 28-AUG-2013

Pradeep Kumar, Central Vigilance Commissioner inaugurated the Delhi NCR chapter of Vigilance Study Circle in New Delhi on 27 August 2013.

IBSA issued Statement on the Middle East Peace ProcessPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

The foreign ministers of India, Brazil and South Africa (IBSA) issued statement on Middle East peace process

Vice President of Afghanistan Mohammed Karim Khalili visited IndiaPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

The 2nd Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan H.E. Mohammad Karim Khalili, was on an Official Visit to India

England Won Ashes 2013 Test Series by 3-0Published on: 27-AUG-2013

 England cricket team won Ashes Test Series-2013 by 3-0 against Australia on 25 August 2013 at England.

The Number of Foreign Tourists in India increased to 207.31 Lakh in 2012Published on: 27-AUG-2013

The number of foreign tourists visiting India has shown a steady increase in the past three years

Bradley Manning Announced Intention of Living like a Woman; to be Named Chelsea ManningPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Chelsea Elizabeth Manning, also known as Bradley Edward Manning, announced the intention of living the life as a woman.

Rajya Sabha passed The Marriage Laws (Amendment) Bill,2010Published on: 27-AUG-2013

The Rajya Sabha on 26 August 2013 passed The Marriage Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2010 by voice vote

Indian-Origin Beverly Singh to Help Build Fastest Car of the World in UKPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Indian-Origin Beverly Singh became a part of the team of specialist engineers building the fastest car of the world in the UK.

Instant Noodles Can Help Fight World Hunger: ResearchPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Researchers from different universities claimed that the instant noodles can prove to be very helpful for satiating the world hunger all over the world.

Selected Works of Jawaharlal Nehru Second Series, Edited by Prof Madhavan Palat ReleasedPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Papers of Jawaharlal Nehru from 1959, edited by historian Prof Madhavan Palat were released in the month of July 2013.

India Under-23 Team won the Asian Cricket Council Emerging Teams CupPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

India’s under-23 cricket team won the Asian Cricket Council Emerging Teams Cup in Singapore on 25 August 2013.

Bharat Biotech International Ltd Launched the Typhoid Vaccine Called Typbar TCVPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Bharat Biotech International Ltd on 26 August 2013 launched the typhoid vaccine called Typbar TCV.

Afghanistan and Pakistan agreed to Expand Economic CooperationPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

During Afghan President Hamid Karzai's visit to Pakistan, the two countries agreed to deepen the bilateral relationship

Brazilian Foreign Minister Antonio Patriota Resigned; Luiz Figueiredo to Take OverPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Brazilian Foreign Minister Antonio Patriota resigned on 26 August 2013 in the backdrop of helping the Bolivian senator to cross into Brazil.

National Food Security Bill passed in Lok SabhaPublished on: 27-AUG-2013

Lok Sabha passed the National Food Security Bill. The Bill now needs to be passed by the Rajya Sabha along with the President’s assent to become a law.

Bangladesh Developed World's First Zinc-Enriched Rice VarietyPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Banglades  released the world's first zinc-enriched rice variety capable of fighting diarrhoea and pneumonia-induced childhood deaths and stunted growth.

Union Government set up Tax Administration Reform Commission under Parthasarathy ShomePublished on: 26-AUG-2013

The Union Government of India on 26 August 2013 set up a commission under the chairmanship of Parthasarathy Shome to review the tax laws and policies.

Tata Medical Centre of Kolkata to Start Bio-Bank to Store Cancer TissuesPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Tata Medical Centre of Kolkata on 24 August 2013 announced the setting up of a bio-bank to help the cancer patients and research in the discipline.

Julie Harris, the US actress known for record Tony Award wins, passed away at 87Published on: 26-AUG-2013

Julie Harris passed away on 25 August 2013 at the age of 87 years at West Chatham, Massachusetts, United States.

Pollution Warning Application for Swimmers and Surfers Launched in UKPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Surfers Against Sewage created an application to allow surfers and bathers to get real-time warnings for pollution incidents on the beaches.

Loss of Arctic Sea Leading to Greening of the Arctic: ResearchPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Researchers from the University of Alaska Fairbanks's Geophysical Institute revealed that loss of the Arctic sea was leading to greening of the Arctic.

Sania Mirza - Jie Zheng pair won WTA New Haven Open TitlePublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Indian tennis player Sania Mirza lifted the women’s doubles trophy at the WTA New Haven Open along with partner Jie Zheng.

The Government of Brazil Liberalised Issuing Short Term Work VisasPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

The Government of Brazil liberalised issuing short term work visas. This will enable the IT professionals from India to take up their work in Brazil.

TN Government Decided to Install the GPS Connected Panic Button in Auto RickshawsPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

The Government of TN decided to install the GPS connected panic button in all the auto rickshaws in Chennai in order to regulate this mode of transport.

Deco, the Football player announced RetirementPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Anderson Luís de Sousa, commonly known as Deco (35), announced his retirement from professional football on 26 August 2013.

Pandit Raghunath Panigrahi, the Eminent Indian Classical Singer Passed AwayPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

The Indian classical singer and music director, Pandit Raghunath Panigrahi passed away on 25 August 2013 in Bhubaneswar. He was 80 years old.

Indian Women’s Team won Gold in Archery World Cup Stage 4Published on: 26-AUG-2013

India bagged a Gold medal in the Archery World Cup Stage 4 competition in Wroclaw, Poland on 25 August 2013.

ICSI Launched Placement Portal for Members and CorporatePublished on: 26-AUG-2013

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) launched the Placement Portal for its Members and the Corporates on 23 August 2013.

Implementation of Food Security Act need over 614 lakh tonnes of Food Grains: GovernmentPublished on: 26-AUG-2013

Government announced that an estimated 614.3 lakh tonnes of food grains would be required to ensure successful implementation of the proposed FSA.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p3#sthash.EqY1ZHc3.dpuf

RBI announced auction of two 48-days Government of India Cash Management BillsPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

RBI announced auction of two 48-days Government of India Cash Management Bills worth 22000 crore rupees.

Taukelina Finikaso, the Foreign Minister of Tuvalu visited IndiaPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

Taukelina Finikaso visited India from 21 to 25 August 2013. During his visit he discussed important issues of mutual interest with Parneet kaur.

Initiative to provide Free Generic Medicines in Government Hospitals ApprovedPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

Initiative to provide free generic medicines in government hospitals approved by Government. The plan will be operational at an expense of 16000 crore.

Prime Minister and UPA Chairperson inaugurated National Media Centre at New DelhiPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

National Media Center was inaugurated at 7-E, Raisina Road, New Delhi by Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi.

India and Iraq singed MoUs during the visit of Nouri al-Maliki to IndiaPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

MoUs were signed between India and Iraq during the visit of Nasir al-Maliki of Iraq to India. Maliki is the Prime Minister of Iraq.

Inquiry ordered into explosion at HPCL plant in VisakhapatnamPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

Petroleum Ministry has ordered a high-level inquiry in the HPCL Vikash Refinery blast. About six people were killed and 40 were injured in the accident.

Congress won the Mandya and Bangalore rural BypollsPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

Ramya and D.K. Suresh of Congress Party won the Rural Lok Sabha seats of both the Mandya and Bangalore.

24th National Photo Contest & Exhibition organized by Photo DivisionPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

National Photo Contest organised by the Photo Division, a Media Unit of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting on the theme Sustainable Energy for All.

Hamid Ansari released Book entitled Ghalib & His TimesPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

Ghalib & His Times, a book by Ghalib Institute was released by Vice President at New Delhi. The book tells the contemporary history.

Prime Minister of Iraq Nouri al-Maliki visited IndiaPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

Prime Minister of Iraq Nouri al-Maliki visited India from 22 to 25 August 2013 as a part of four day state visit.

RBI imposed Monetary Penalty on 6 Banks for violation of KYC GuidelinesPublished on: 25-AUG-2013

The Reserve Bank of India imposed monetary penalty on six banks for violation of the Know Your Customer (KYC)/Anti Money Laundering guidelines.

World Bank Assisted National AIDS Control Support Project LaunchedPublished on: 24-AUG-2013

The World Bank assisted National AIDS Control Support Project was launched by the Department of AIDS Control

Amitabh Bachchan joined UN Campaign The World Needs MorePublished on: 24-AUG-2013

Bollywood actor and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Amitabh Bachchan joined the campaign The World Needs More

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and Arjuna Awards 2013 announced by the GovernmentPublished on: 24-AUG-2013

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on 22 August 2013 announced the National Sports Awards-2013

J&K Government appointed One-man Commission to probe Kishtwar Communal ClashesPublished on: 24-AUG-2013

The J&K government appointed a one-man commission of inquiry to probe the Kishtwar communal clashes

Typhoon Trami affected 3.61 Lakh People in ChinaPublished on: 24-AUG-2013

Typhoon Trami affected 3.61 lakh people in central Hunan Province of China

Nokia launched Lumia 925 and 625 in IndiaPublished on: 24-AUG-2013

Finnish handset maker Nokia on 22 August 2013 launched Lumia 925 and 625 in India

India became the World's Third Largest Internet UserPublished on: 24-AUG-2013

Global digital measurement and analytics comScore stated in its report that India is the world’s third largest Internet user

Anjana Dhavalu Thamke won the Girl's 800m RacePublished on: 23-AUG-2013

Anjana Dhavalu Thamake won the third gold for India by winning the girl's 800m race

Facebook and Six other Tech Giants to Launch 'Internet.Org'Published on: 23-AUG-2013

social networking giant Facebook on 21 August 2013 announced the launch of Internet.org to to make Internet access affordable.

Bhutan and China held 21st Round of Boundary Talks in ThimphuPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The 21st round of the boundary talks between the government of Bhutan and People’s Republic of China was held in Thimphu

Telugu Novelist and Winner of Sahitya Akademi, Malathi Chandur diedPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

Telugu writer, novelist and columnist, Malathi Chandur, died following prolonged illness in Chennai on 21 August 2013.

SC asked Chhattisgarh to respond on breach of Court’s Order on Salwa JudumPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

SC asked the Chhattisgarh Government to respond for its failure in banning Salwa Judum after being ordered in July 2011.

Ali Asghar Soltanieh, Iran's Envoy to the UN International Atomic Energy Agency ResignedPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

Ali Asghar Soltanieh, Iran’s representative to the UN International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) since 2005, announced his resignation on 22 August 2013.

Ashwani Kumar Appointed as Prime Minister’s Special Envoy to JapanPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

Ashwani Kumar has been appointed by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh as his Special Envoy to visit Japan in the rank of a Cabinet Minister.

Union Government announced to release National e-mail PolicyPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The government on 23 August 2013 announced to release a national e-mail policy to protect privacy of email users in India

Kerala High Court granted Bail to Shalu Menon and Tenny JopanPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The Kerala High Court on 23 August 2013 granted bail to actor Shalu Menon and Tenny Jopan, arrested in connection with the Solar Scam

Nishi Vasudeva Selected As the First Woman to Head the Oil Company, HPCLPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

Nishi Vasudeva on 22 August 2013 became the first woman to be selected as the head of Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL).

Union Cabinet cleared a Proposal to scrap the Collegium System of Appointing JudgesPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The Union Cabinet of India cleared a proposal to scrap the collegium system of appointing judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts

UN called on for a Probe over the use of Chemical Weapons in SyriaPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

United Nations has called on for a probe into the use of Chemical Weapons. Angela Kane, Disarmament Chief of UN will visit Damascus to initiate investigations.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p4#sthash.be38sziD.dpuf

MHA Asked State Governments to Establish Fund for Compensating Crime VictimsPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The MHA asked all the state governments in India for establishing the fund for the purpose of providing compensation to the crime victims.

NASA Spacecraft, WISE to be Reactivated to Hunt for AsteroidsPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

NASA to reactivate its spacecraft WISE to identify the population of potentially hazardous near-Earth objects in its asteroid exploration missions.

The Mental Health Care Bill, 2013 Introduced in the Rajya Sabha; Decriminalises SuicidePublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The Mental Health Care Bill, 2013 was introduced in the Rajya Sabha in the third week of August 2013. The new bill seeks to decriminalise suicide.

Colour Coded Strips for Autos in Delhi to Aid PassengersPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

State Government of Delhi has decided to introduce 11 different coloured strips for the three-wheelers based on the zones.

Union Government to Set up a Committee to Study Backlog in Vacancies of Reserved CategoryPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The Union Government decided to set up a committee to analyse the reasons behind the huge backlog in vacancies under reserved categories.

Union Cabinet approved Amendments to the Representation of the People Act,1951 ActPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The Union Cabinet of India on 22 August 2013 approved the amendments to the Representation of the People Act, 1951

Rajasthan Government Laid Foundation Stone for World's Largest Solar ParkPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

State Government of Rajasthan laid the foundation stone for world's biggest solar park at Bhadla of Jodhpur District of Rajasthan on 21 August 2013

US Scientists Created the Most Precise Clock of the WorldPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology revealed that they created the most precise clock of the world.

CCEA cleared 3.1 million tonnes of extra Foodgrain for States under Food Security SchemePublished on: 23-AUG-2013

CCEA decided to allocate 3.1 million tonnes of extra foodgrains to 18 states at APL rates. The plan will cost 5100 crore rupees annually to the exchequer.

19th Delhi Book Fair Started Off At Pragati Maidan, New DelhiPublished on: 23-AUG-2013

The 19th Delhi Book Fair started off on 23 August 2013 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The theme of the 19th Delhi Book Fair is Libraries and Readership.

Robert Mugabe sworn in for 7th term as President of ZimbabwePublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Robert Mugabe took oath to the office of Zimbabwe’s President for his seventh term. Since 1980, the independence year, Mugabe has headed Zimbabwe.

Hysterectomies to be included in National Family Health Survey-4Published on: 22-AUG-2013

The Government of India has decided to include Hysterectomies as a component in the National Family Health Survey-4.

Milind Soman launched a drive against Drunken Driving in DelhiPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Change Campaign by Community Against Drunken Driving was launced by Milind Soman in Delhi.

NCAR Report: Australia's Unique Influence on Global Sea Level in 2010–2011Published on: 22-AUG-2013

A latest study claimed that excessive precipitation over Australia in 2010 and 2011 resulted in fall of ocean level globally.

Apollo Tyres tied up with Manchester United to become its Tyre Partner in UK and IndiaPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

India's second largest tyre maker Apollo Tyres on 21 August 2013 announced a tie-up with Manchester United

Singapore to host the Second South Asian Diaspora ConventionPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

The second South Asian Diaspora Convention (SADC) will be hosted by Singapore

Tata Steel was adjudged the Best Performing Steel PlantPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Tata Steel was adjudged the Best Performing Integrated Steel Plant in India for the year 2011-12

Welspun Energy Ltd Unveiled 55-MW Solar Plant in RajasthanPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Welspun Energy Ltd on 21 August 2013 unveiled the 55-MW solar plant in Rajasthan. It is the largest single-location solar plant of Asia.

Thousands Killed in Toxic Gas Attack on Syrian Capital, DamascusPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Thousands of people, including children were killed in the toxic gas attack on 21 August 2013 on the eastern suburbs of Damascus, the capital of Syria.

Maharashtra Government approved Anti-Black Magic and Superstition OrdinancePublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Anti-Black Magic and Superstition Ordinance adopted by Maharashtra Government. The ordinance was adopted after death of Dabhokar, the social activist.

Delhi Metro recorded the Highest Ridership with over 26 Lakh CommutersPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

Delhi Metro recorded the highest ridership on 19 August 2013 with over 26 lakh commuters

NMDC Power Limited and IEDCL Signed MoU to Set Up JV Thermal Power PlantPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

An MoU was signed between the NPL and IEDCL on 21 August 2013 in order to set up the joint venture power plant of 500 MW at Gonda, Uttar Pradesh.

Government constituted an EGoM to ensure speedy implementation of Power ProjectsPublished on: 22-AUG-2013

For speedy implementation of power projects in the northeastern states Government has constituted an EGoM.

SC:Right to receive Pension can’t be taken away Pending ProceedingsPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

Supreme Court ruled that the right to receive pension cannot be taken away from a government employee pending criminal proceedings

5th India-China Strategic Dialogue held in New DelhiPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

The 5th India-China Strategic Dialogue was held in New Delhi on 20 August 2013

Haryana Government notified Affordable Housing Policy,2013Published on: 21-AUG-2013

Haryana Government’s Department of Town and Country Planning on 20 August 2012 notified an affordable housing policy, 2013

NHRC has issued a notice to Odisha Government in the Kulda Dumpyard MishapPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

NHRC has issued notice to Odisha Government to file reply in Kulda Mine Dumpyard Mishap.

Peace Ark, the Chinese Goodwill Hospital Ship Reached BangladeshPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

Chinese navy hospital ship Peace Ark arrived at Chittagong city for a week-long visit to provide medical services.

Mexican Drug Smuggler called Queen of the Pacific was deported from US to MexicoPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

The Queen of Pacific, Sandra Avila Beltran was deported to Mexico by US authorities after completion of her jail term in US.

Pervez Musharraf indicted in Benazir Bhutto Assassination CasePublished on: 21-AUG-2013

Pervez Musharraf was indicted by an anti-terrorism court in the 2007 assassination of ex-premier Benazir Bhutto- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p5#sthash.aqUdACKg.dpuf

C-130J Super Hercules Transport Plane of Air Force landed at Daulat Beg Oldie AirstripPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

IAF created a world record by landing C-130J Super Hercules Transport Plane at Daluat Beg Oldie Airstrip. This is the World’s highest airstrip.

Citizens can Now File RTI Applications Online in All Government MinistriesPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

Citizens can now file RTI applications online in all central government ministries and departments through a portal

Earth Overshoot Day observed on 20 August 2013Published on: 21-AUG-2013

The Earth Overshoot Day for the year 2013 was observed on 20 August 2013.

RBI Further relaxed SLR to provide More Funds to Banks for LendingPublished on: 21-AUG-2013

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) further relaxed the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)

Goa Government has decided to withdraw suspension of Mining Leases in the StatePublished on: 21-AUG-2013

Goa Government has decided to revoke the suspension order of mining leases in the state. The suspension will be withdrawn on case to case basis.

Kush Kumar Won Gold in Men’s Singles Squash at Asian Youth GamesPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

Kush Kumar of India won gold in men’s singles Squash at the second Asian Youth Games in Nanjing, China.

Delhi, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana and Uttarakhand rolled out Food Security SchemePublished on: 20-AUG-2013

Delhi, Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana and Uttarakhand States rolled out the Food Security Scheme on 20 August 2013.

Usain Bolt Equalled World Record of 8 Golds at World Championships 2013Published on: 20-AUG-2013

Usain Bolt of Jamaica equalled the world record of highest golds after winning the 4x100m relay at the World Athletics Championships.

First vessel carrying LNG from Qatar reached Kochi PortPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

The first cargo vessel carrying Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from Qatar reached Kochi on 20 August 2013.

Seagrass Can be Used for Fighting Climate Change: StudyPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

Scientists from the University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) explained that seagrass can play a crucial role in fighting against the climate change.

Government failed to spend a Single Penny from Rape Relief FundPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

Government failed in spending a single rupee from the budget allocated to Relief to and Rehabilitation of Rape Victims Scheme from 2009-12.

Ratan Thiyam Appointed as the Chairperson of the National School of Drama SocietyPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

Ratan Thiyam was appointed as the Chairperson of the National School of Drama Society on 19 August 2013 by the President of India, Pranab Mukherjee.

Pilgrims Killed By Saharsa-Patna Rajyarani Express in Bihar's Khagaria DistrictPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

37 pilgrims were killed when the Saharsa-Patna Rajyarani Express ploughed on them at the speed of 80 kmph on 19 August 2013.

Government of India Banned Duty-Free Import of Flat Screen TVs by Air TravellersPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

The Union Government of India on 19 August 2013 banned duty-free import of flat screen televisions by people who travel through air.

Statue of Nobel Laureate Dr. Norman Borlaug Unveiled at New DelhiPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar on 19 August 2013 unveiled the statue of Nobel Laureate Dr. Norman Borlaug at New Delhi.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni Beat Nadal and Bolt in Recent Forbes List of Highest-Paid AthletesPublished on: 20-AUG-2013

The captain of the Indian Cricket Team, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, 31, was ranked at the 16th position in the recent Forbes list of highest-paid athletes.

Satywart Kadian won bronze medal at World Junior Wrestling Championships 2013Published on: 19-AUG-2013

Satywart Kadian of India won a bronze medal in the 96-kg freestyle category at the World Junior Wrestling Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria on 17 August 2013.

3000 Years Old Stone Shields Excavated by Archeologists from XinjiangPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Archeologists excavated a set of stone shields which were used in the sacrifices by nomads in China around 3000 years ago.

My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions by Dr. APJ Kalam LaunchedPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions by APJ Abdul Kalam was launched in the month of August 2013 by the Rupa Publication.

Reliance General Insurance Entered Agriculture through Crop Insurance SchemesPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Reliance General Insurance entered into the agriculture area by launching the weather- and yield-based crop insurance schemes.

Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority Launched Abu Dhabi Month in New DelhiPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority along with TUI teamed up for staging one-month long destination campaign called Abu Dhabi Month, in New Delhi.

NPCI Planned to Induct 49 Banks as the Shareholders to Broaden its ShareholdingPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

The NPCI, in the third week of August 2013 planned to broaden its shareholding by inducting 49 banks as the shareholders.

Indian-Origin Diageo’s CEO, Ivan Menezes to Get 105 Crore Rs Annual Pay PackagePublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Spirits Company Diageo Plc proposed the annual pay package of up to 105 crore Rupees for the Indian-origin newly appointed CEO- Ivan Menezes.

World Photography Day Celebrated Across the Globe to Unite the PhotographersPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

The French government announced 19 August as the World Photography Day. On 19 August 1839, the Government of France declared this day.

Prime Minister of India Set up Committee to assess Status of Scheduled TribesPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on 17 August 2013 set up High Level Committee to assess the status of Scheduled Tribes (STs)

Scientists from CCMB and AIG Discovered Gene Causing Chronic PancreatitisPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Scientists from CCMB and AIG in India, together discovered a new gene-association which will help in early detection of chronic pancreatitis.

Olinguito, a New Mammal Species discoveredPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Scientists of Smithsonian Institution of US have announced a rare discovery of a new species of mammal called the Olinguito on 15 August 2013.

Dr. Sheikh Jalal-ud-din, the Cardiologist shot by Militants diedPublished on: 19-AUG-2013

Former director of SKIMS, Dr. Sheikh Jalal-ud-din who was shot by Militants in July died due to injuries at New Delhi.

Harshwanti Bisht selected for Sir Edmund Hillary Mountain Legacy Medal 2013Published on: 18-AUG-2013

 Harshwanti Bisht was selected to receive the Sir Edmund Hillary Mountain Legacy Medal

Ali Akbar Salehi appointed Head of Atomic Energy Organisation in IranPublished on: 18-AUG-2013

Iranian President appointed outgoing Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi to head the Atomic Energy Organisation- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p6#sthash.EW2tjUVG.dpuf

Gold Prices hit Eight-Month High at 31760 RupeesPublished on: 18-AUG-2013

Gold price on 17 August 2013 jumped by 700 rupees in Kolkata after stocks and money markets melted

Vijay Singh was Named a Recipient of the 2013 Lifetime Achievement AwardPublished on: 18-AUG-2013

Vijay Singh was named a recipient of the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award by ASCE-EWRI on 16 August 2013

RUSA Proposed to put a Ceiling of Maximum Number of Colleges to be Affiliated at Two HundredPublished on: 18-AUG-2013

RUSA on 16 August 2013 proposed to put a ceiling of maximum number of colleges to be affiliated to any university at two hundred

Finance Ministry Unveiled National Skill Certification and Monetary Reward SchemePublished on: 18-AUG-2013

Union Ministry of Finance on 16 August 2013 unveiled the National Skill Certification and Monetary Reward Scheme

Usain Bolt won 200-Metre Sprint at the World Athletics Championship in MoscowPublished on: 18-AUG-2013

 Usain Bolt won the 200-metre sprint at the World Athletics Championships in Moscow on 17 August 2013

IOC rejected Indian Olympic Association's Objections on Election ProcessPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

IOC refused to change its stance on barring charge-sheeted persons from contesting Indian Olympic Association elections

Bharti Airtel launched 1 Rupee Entertainment StorePublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Bharti Airtel on 16 August 2013 stated that it launched 1 rupee entertainment store

Government imposed MEP of 650 US Dollars per Tonne on OnionPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Government on 17 August 2013 notified imposition of a minimum export price (MEP) of 650 US dollars per tonne

Most Endangered Bird Species, Puerto Rican Parrot Made a Comeback in Puerto RicoPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Researchers working in western Puerto Rico revealed Puerto Rican parrot made a comeback in the Puerto Rico territory of the US.

Dilip Trivedi appointed Director General of the CRPFPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Senior IPS officer Dilip Trivedi on 17 August 2013 was appointed the Director General of CRPF

Rafael Nadal Won Men’s Singles Title in Rogers Cup 2013Published on: 17-AUG-2013

Rafael Nadal of Spain defeated Canada's Milos Raonic 6-2 6-2 in the final of the men's Rogers Cup on 11 August 2013 in Montreal, Canada.

Former Cricketer Kalyan Mitter DiedPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Former Bengal Cricketer and Coach Kalyan Mitter passed away on 16 August 2013 in Kolkata. He was 79.

Scientists Unearthed Fossil of the Oldest Known Ancestor of Modern Rats in ChinaPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Scientists revealed on 15 August 2013 that a fossil of the oldest known ancestor of modern rats- Rugosodon eurasiaticus was unearthed in China.

The Third Meeting of the WMCC on India-China Border Talks held in New DelhiPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

The 3rd meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs was held in New Delhi on 23-24 July 2013

EC to use Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) System in Nagaland by-pollsPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

The Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) system would be used on trial basis for the first time in the Nagaland by-elections.

D.Bala Venkatesh Varma appointed Ambassador to UN Conference on DisarmamentPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

D.Bala Venkatesh Varma was appointed the next Ambassador and Permanent Representative of India to the UN Conference on Disarmament

The Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) 2013 Started off in AhmadabadPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

The Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) 2013, the biggest travel trade show of India, started off on 16 August 2013 in Ahmadabad.

Desh Prem Azad, the Former Coach of Cricketer Kapil Dev, Died at 75Published on: 17-AUG-2013

Desh Prem Azad, the former coach of cricketer Kapil Dev, died on 16 August 2013 at a hospital in Mohali, near Chandigarh. He was 75 years.

Abdul Karim Tunda,Lashkar-e-Taiba's Bomb Expert arrested by Delhi PolicePublished on: 17-AUG-2013

The Delhi Police on 16 August 2013 arrested one of India's 20 most wanted terrorists, Abdul Karim Tunda

Street Leading to Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg Named After Mahatma GandhiPublished on: 17-AUG-2013

Street leading to the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, capital of Manitoba province, in Canada was named Honorary Mahatma Gandhi Way.

P Chidambaram Unveiled the National Skill Certification and Monetary Reward SchemePublished on: 17-AUG-2013

P Chidambaram on 16 August 2013 unveiled the National Skill Certification and Monetary Reward Scheme in New Delhi.

World Bank and India signed Agreement for Low income Housing Finance ProjectPublished on: 16-AUG-2013

The Government of India and the World Bank on 14 August 2013 signed a 100 million US dollars credit agreement aimed at helping low-income households.

Israel, Palestinians Peace Talks Resumed in JerusalemPublished on: 16-AUG-2013

Israel and the Palestinian Governments resumed their first direct peace talks in Jerusalem on 14 August 2013 for resolving the land and border disputes.

Import Duty on Gold, Silver & Platinum hiked to 10 Percent by Central GovernmentPublished on: 16-AUG-2013

The Central Government on 13 August 2013 raised customs duty on gold, silver and platinum to 10 percent in a bid to curb the burgeoning Current Account Deficit.

The Right to Information (Amendment) Bill, 2013 Introduced in Lok SabhaPublished on: 16-AUG-2013

The Union Minister of State for Personnel and Training V Narayanasamy on 12 August 2013 introduced The Right to Information (Amendment) Bill 2013 in Lok Sabha.

Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG (DBTL) Scheme to be extended to 35 More DistrictsPublished on: 16-AUG-2013

Union Petroleum & Natural Gas Ministry has decided to extend Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG scheme to 35 more districts from 1 September 2013.

Union Cabinet approved Setting up of Tax Administration Reform CommissionPublished on: 16-AUG-2013

The Union Cabinet on 13 August 2013 approved the proposal for setting up of the Tax Administration Reform Commission to establish a stable tax administration.

Egypt declared Month-long State of Emergency after Deadly ClashesPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

Egypt on 14 August 2013 declared a state of emergency after many people were killed in a bloodbath

Marion Bartoli of France announced her Retirement from Lawn TennisPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

French Lawn Tennis Player and Wimbledon 2013 (Women’s Singles) winner Marion Bartoli announced her retirement on 14 August 2013

Foreign Minister of Republic of Chad visited IndiaPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

Moussa Faki Mahamat, Minister for Foreign Affairs and African Integration of Republic of Chad, paid an official visit to India on 12-13 August 2013- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p7#sthash.kkLAbnDs.dpuf

Glimpses of the India Story:Second Phase UnveiledPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on 14 August 2013 unveiled the second phase of Glimpses of the India Story

SC rejected the Review Petition of Devender Pal Singh BhullarPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

The Supreme Court of India on 14 August 2013 rejected the review petition of 1993 Delhi blast accused Devender Pal Singh Bhullar

Egypt Clashes:Vice President Mohamed Elbaradei resigned in ProtestPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

Egypt’s Vice President Mohamed Elbaradei resigned in protest over the attacks on pro Mohamed Morsi supporters in Cairo

Indian Police Sportspersons won 83 Medals at World Police & Fire Games-Belfast 2013Published on: 15-AUG-2013

The 39-member Indian Police team won 83 medals at the World Police & Fire Games held at Belfast from 1 August to 10 August 2013

Prime Minister's Shram Awards for the Year 2012 AnnouncedPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

The Union Government on 14 August 2013 announced the Prime Minister’s Shram Awards for the year 2012

Prasad Babu, AP Cop Selected For Ashok Chakra PosthumouslyPublished on: 15-AUG-2013

Andhra Pradesh Greyhounds inspector KLVSSNV Prasad Babu was named for the highest peace time gallantry award, the Ashok Chakra, posthumously on 15 August 2013.

Special Envoy of India for Sudan and South Sudan,PS Raghavan visited South SudanPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

Special Envoy of India for Sudan and South Sudan, PS Raghavan paid an official visit to Juba, South Sudan on 08-09 August 2013.

Rajya Sabha passed the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2012Published on: 14-AUG-2013

The Rajya Sabha on 13 August 2013 passed Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2012

Submarine INS Sindhurakshak damaged in a Fire Incident in MumbaiPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

A major fire broke out on board INS Sindhurakshak at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on 14 August 2013

Inaugural Indian Badminton League (IBL) Started off at New DelhiPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

The first season of the Indian Badminton League (IBL) started on 14 August 2013 at New Delhi. IBL is proposed by Badminton Association of India.

India Bagged Six Medals at the Asian Junior Wushu Championships 2013Published on: 14-AUG-2013

India won six medals at the 7th Asian Junior Wushu Championships which concluded in Manila, Philippines which concluded on 13 August 2013.

Supreme Court Prohibited Environmental Clearances to Hydro-Electric Projects in UttarakhandPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

SC directed the Union Government and Uttarakhand Government to not grant clearances to the hydro-electric projects in Uttarakhand.

Exotic Insects Establishing Their New Colonies in Other Regions of World: ResearchPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

A team of researchers from the University of Gerona in Spain found that huge numbers of insects are shipped across the world unwittingly.

Double Trap Shooter Ronjan Sodhi Recommended for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna AwardPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

Double Trap shooter Ronjan Sodhi was recommended for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award

CAG Report on Agusta Westland Chopper Deal tabled in ParliamentPublished on: 14-AUG-2013

The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India on Acquisition of helicopters for VVIPs was tabled in Parliament on 13 August 2013.

Vinay Mittal appointed as Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) member

Published on: 14-AUG-2013

Vinay Mittal, a former Indian Railway Traffic Service officer was appointed as a member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on 8 August 2013.

Idea Cellular became Aditya Birla Group's Most Valuable CompanyPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Idea Cellular became Aditya Birla group’s most valuable company overtaking its flagship commodity business

King Penguin Missy, the Oldest Penguin of the World, Turned 36 Years OldPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

The oldest penguin of the world named King Penguin Missy turned 36 years old on 12 August 2013. King Penguins can only live up to 26 years.

UK Songwriting Contest 2013 Results Announced; Indian-Origin Winners IncludedPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

The winners of the UK Songwriting Contest were announced on 8 August 2013. It is the longest running international songwriting events.

Ibrahim Boubacar Keita won Mali Presidential ElectionsPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Ibrahim Boubacar Keita won Mali's Presidential elections on 12 August 2013

Indian-American Trio won World Geography ChampionshipPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

A team of three Indian-American students defeated teams from 17 other regions to win 11th National Geographic World Championship

Renowned Naturalist and Ornithologist Zafar Futehally passed awayPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Zafar Futehally, (93 years) India’s best known naturalist and ornithologist passed away on 11 August 2013 at Kihim in Maharashtra.

Melia Brand of Hotels in Spain Unveiled the First Twitter Hotel of the WorldPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

The Melia brand of hotels of Spain unveiled the new Social Wave House in vacation resort island of Majorca as the first Twitter Hotel of the world.

Elysium Space Introduced Sending Remains of Deceased to Space through Memorial SpaceflightPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Elysium Space offered to send the cremated remains of loved ones into the space through the Elysium Space memorial spaceflights services.

300M US Dollars Additional ADB Financing to help Upgrade 254 km of State Highways in BiharPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

ADB and Union government signed an agreement for 300 million US dollars in additional loan to upgrade highways in Bihar

German Scientists Developed a New App Called FindMyStuff to Find Lost ThingsPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Scientists in Germany developed a new technology which facilitates tracing the lost items. The new app is called FindMyStuff.

India’s First Cyber Forensic Laboratory (CFL) Inaugurated at Tripura High CourtPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

The first Cyber Forensic Laboratory (CFL) of India was established in Tripura on 11 August 2013. The lab was established at the Tripura High Court.

The Prem Bhatia Memorial award presented to Shalini Singh of the HinduPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Shalini Singh, a Deputy Editor of The Hindu on 11 August 2013 presented with the Prem Bhatia Award...

Indian Railways Carried 343 Million Tonnes of Freight during April–July 2013Published on: 13-AUG-2013

As per the data released by Ministry of Railways on 13 August 2013, Indian Railways carried 343 million tonnes of freight

Sowjanya Bavisetti Won ITF Women's Tennis TournamentPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

Indian player Sowjanya Bavisetti has won 10000 dollar the Internalional Tennis Federation (ITF) Women's Tennis Tournament...- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p8#sthash.uFF4R9wC.dpuf

First public sector Breast Milk Bank inaugurated at Kolkata, West BengalPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

A modern and sophisticated breast milk bank was inaugurated on 7 August 2013...

P V Sindhu has settled with Bronze Medal in BWF World Championships 2013Published on: 13-AUG-2013

India's shuttler P V Sindhu has settled for a bronze medal in women’s singles category at the BWF World Championships 2013

International Youth Day- 12 AugustPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

International Youth Day is an awareness day designated by the United Nations to be observed on 12th August every year.

13 August Designated as the International Lefthanders Day by the Left-Handers ClubPublished on: 13-AUG-2013

13 August was designated as the International Lefthanders Day by The Left-Handers Club. First annual event was observed on 13 August 1992.

India's Exports during July 2013 were valued at 25834.46 Million US DollarsPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

India's exports in July 2013 were valued at 25834.46 million US dollars

Renowned Kamaicha player Sakar Khan passed awayPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

Noted Rajasthani folk musician Sakar Khan, an exponent of the melodious bow and string instrument Kamaicha, passed away in Jaisalmer on 10 August 2013.

Usain Bolt won 100 metre sprint title at the 14th IAAF World Championships 2013Published on: 12-AUG-2013

Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt won the 100 metre sprint title at the 14th IAAF World Championships 2013, Moscow on 11 August 2013.

Railway Revenue Earnings up by 10.74 Per Cent during April-July 2013Published on: 12-AUG-2013

The total approximate earnings of Indian Railways on originating basis during 1 April to 31 July 2013 were 44260.16 crore rupees

India launched Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant in KochiPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

India on 12 August 2013 launched its first ever indigenously designed and built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant in Kochi

Janata Party merged with the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP)Published on: 12-AUG-2013

Janata Party was merged with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on 11 August 2013

Dromedary Camels Could be the Source of Mers Coronavirus: ResearchPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

The team of researchers revealed that dromedary camels might be the source of deadly Mers coronavirus which emerged in the year 2012.

Delhi conferred Lifetime Achievement Award 2013 on Abdul Rashid Khan and Anjolie Ela MenonPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

Delhi state government on 11 August 2013 conferred Lifetime Achievement Award-2013 to two veteran artists

Autism Affects Males and Females Differently: ResearchPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

Researchers from the Autism Research Centre at the University of Cambridge revealed that autism affected the brains of males and females in a different way.

Sagarika Ghosh won the Cadet Girls Singles Title 2013Published on: 12-AUG-2013

Sagarika Ghosh on 11 August 2013 won the Cadet Girls singles title

Colin Michael Foale, the First British to Perform a Space Walk, Retired from NASAPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

Colin Michael Foale, the first British to perform a space walk, retired from NASA in the second week of August 2013.

India successfully Test-Fired Surface-to-Surface Prithvi-II MissilePublished on: 12-AUG-2013

India on 12 August 2013 successfully test-fired indigenously-developed nuclear-capable surface-to-surface Prithvi-II missile

Serena Williams Defeated Sorana Cirstea to Win Women's Rogers Cup 2013Published on: 12-AUG-2013

Serena Williams defeated Romania's Sorana Cirstea 6-2 6-0 in the final match of women's Rogers Cup on 11 August 2013.

SAIL Operationalised the Largest Blast Furnace of India, Called DurgaPublished on: 12-AUG-2013

SAIL on 10 August 2013 operationalised the largest blast furnace of India, called Durga, at the SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant.

Sardar Singh Named as the Captain of the Asia Cup Hockey Tournament 2013Published on: 12-AUG-2013

India, on 11 August 2013 named Sardar Singh as the captain of the 18-member squad in the Asia Cup hockey tournament to be held at Ipoh, Malaysia.

One Lakh People applied to go to Mars not to return under Mars One ProjectPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

Mars one announced that more than one lakh people have applied for a one-way trip the Mars. The Mars One Project is scheduled to be started in 2022.

Biocon launched ALZUMAb, a drug for treatment of PsoriasisPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

Biocon has launched its first biologic drug ALZUMAb for Psoriasis. A vial of the drug from Biocon will be available in India at 7950 rupees.

Jagan Reddy resigned as MP over split of Andhra PradeshPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

YS Jaganmohan Reddy resigned as a member of the Parliament. He resigned to mark his protest against the unilateral decision of Congress to divide Andhra.

Ban issued on some Samsung products by US ITC after it lost a Patent case against ApplePublished on: 11-AUG-2013

Ban has been imposed on some products of Samsung in the US market. The ban was issued after Samsung lost a patent battle from Apple.

Nuclear Reactor of INS Arihant achieved Criticality when the Boat was in the SeaPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

Arihant, India's indigenously built submarine went critical. With this India entered the club of Blue water navy (Russia, US, UK, China and France).

Himachal created a National Record by organizing a Half-Marathon at an altitude of 10050 ftPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

Lahaul and Spiti of Himachal Pradesh created a national record by organizing a 21 kilometer long Half Marathon at the height of 10050 feet at Keylong.

Maharashtra became first state to disburse Salary through Aadhaar linked Bank AccountsPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

State Government of Maharashtra became the first state in the country to disburse salary of its staff through Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.

National Food Security Bill 2013 introduced in Lok SabhaPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

K.V. Thomas introduced National Food Security Bill 2013 in Lok Sabha. This was done to replace the National Food Security Ordinance, 2013.

Shree Ganeshan Chundan won the Nehru Trophy Boat Race 2013 held in KeralaPublished on: 11-AUG-2013

Snake boat, Shree Ganeshan Chundan won the 61st edition of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race. the race was held in Punnamada Lake in Alleppey, Southern Kerala.

Committee Constituted by MoEF on Illegal Sand Mining submitted its ReportPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

The committee constituted to enquire into the Adverse Environmental impact of the alleged illegal sand mining submitted its report to the Government.

VP Sharma won the Gujar Mal Modi Award for Science and Technology 2013Published on: 10-AUG-2013

Gujar Mal Modi Award for Science and Technology 2013 was won by VP Sharma. He received it for his contribution in research of Malaria and Vector Biology.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p9#sthash.QQ6ELaAa.dpuf

Indian Wrestlers won 5 gold medals in the World Police and Fire GamesPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

Police Wrestlers from India secured five gold four silver and three bronze medals in the World Police and Fire Games in Belfast, England.

IEA warned that Oil supplies from OPEC may declinePublished on: 10-AUG-2013

IEA in its monthly oil market report issued a warning that oil supplies from the OPEC may decline because of the conditions prevalent in Libya and Iraq.

India's Foreign Exchange Reserves went down to 277.167 billion US dollarsPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

Foreign exchange reserves of India has fallen by 2.995 billion US dollars to 277.167 billion US dollars.

International Day of the World's Indigenous People observed on 9 AugustPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

International Day of the World's Indigenous People was observed as the 9 August 2013 across the world.

Sri Lankan President felicitated tribal community, the Veddas on World Indigenous Peoples DayPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

Vedda Community of Sri Lanka was facilitated by its President, Mahinda Rajapaksa on the occasion of the World Indigenous Peoples Day.

Proposal to establish New Media Wing in the I&B Ministry approvedPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

The Union Cabinet approved establishment of a New Media Wing in I&B Ministry. It will be headed by a person of Joint Secretary Rank.

Sindhu is the first Indian women to enter Semi Finals of World Badminton ChampionshipPublished on: 10-AUG-2013

PV Sindhu became first Indian women singles player to enter Semi-finals of World Badminton Championships.

RBI announced Weekly Sale of Government Bonds to Check Fall in Rupee PricePublished on: 10-AUG-2013

RBI has decided to sell Government Bonds worth 22000 crore rupees every Monday to check volatility in the foreign exchange market.

US Presidential Medal of Freedom to be conferred on Bill Clinton & Oprah WinfreyPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

Bill Clinton and Oprah Winfrey would receive the US Presidential Medal of Freedom for 2013 by President Barack Obama.

CCEA approved export of additional 2 million tonnes of WheatPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

CCEA on 8 August approved export of additional 2 million tonnes of wheat from godowns of FCI.

National Book Trust of India unveiled a new Logo nbt.indiaPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

A new logo nbt.india of National Book Trust of India was released. It has been designed by Prof. Tarun Deep Girdher and his team and carries a Banyan Tree.

CAG Report: 83% households in Bihar didn't get Complete Employment under MGNREGSPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

CAG report on MGNREGS revealed only 17 percent of Households in Bihar were given 100 days employments under the scheme. 15 districts were sampled.

Companies Bill 2012 passed in Rajya SabhaPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

The Companies Bill 2012 was passed by the Rajya Sabha. Once it gets the President's nod, will replace the long existent law of the land, Companies Act, 1956.

Royal Yacht Squadron Club lifted its 200-year ban on Women MembersPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

200 years long ban on entrance of women in the Royal Yacht Squadron club was lifted in August 2013 after being voted to change the rules of the Club.

Bhumi Sena Scheme launched in UP for transformation of Barren LandPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

Akhilesh Yadav launched Bhumi Sena Scheme in Uttar Pradesh. The scheme has been designed to reclaim the barren, usar (alkaline soils) and ravenous land.

Gitanjali the Collection of Poems by Tagore released in 14 LanguagesPublished on: 09-AUG-2013

Gitanjali was released in 14 different languages by Mamta Banerjee in Kolkata. It is a collection of poems by Tagore.

The Moonballer book by Nirupama Vaidyanathan launchedPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

The Moonballer a book written by Nirupama Vaidyanathan was launched in Chennai by Vijay Amritraj.

Ministry of Communications and IT inaugurated Data Portal of IndiaPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology inaugurated Data portal of India in New Delhi

Arise India Ltd launched LED TelevisionsPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

Arise India Ltd on 7 August 2013 opened up a new vista in a television viewing with the launch of its LED television range

Language Use in the United States: 2011, Report ReleasedPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

Language Use in the United States: 2011 report of US revealed 6.5 lakh people in the US speak Hindi.

Japan pledged Huge Spending Cuts amounting to 83 Billion US DollarsPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

Japan pledged huge spending cuts amounting to 83 billion US dollars over two years as it works to bring down its debt

Companies Bill 2012 introduced in Rajya SabhaPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

The Companies Bill 2012 was introduced in Rajya Sabha. It seeks protection of interest of employees and small investors.

New International Terminal became operational at Chennai AirportPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

New International Terminal at Chennai Airport developed at an expense of 2000 crore became operational on 7 August 2013.

Rakesh Sethi took Charge as Executive Director of Union Bank of IndiaPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

Rakesh Sethi on 5 August 2013 took charge as the Executive Director of the Union Bank of India.

Sports Ministry announced 50 Thousand Cash Prize for Each Junior Women Hockey PlayerPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

Ministry of Sports & Youth Affairs announced 50 thousand rupees cash prize for each player of the Indian Junior Women Hockey team

UPA Government proposed inclusion of two Non-Jurists in Judges Selection PanelPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

Union Law Ministry has proposed inclusion of two eminent persons in the six-member Judicial Appointments Commission instead of the two jurists.

India Successfully Test-fired Pinaka Rockets from ChandipurPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

India on 7 August 2013 successfully test-fired two rounds of indigenously developed Pinaka rockets from a MBRL

NGT banned Sand Mining across India without Licence and Environmental ApprovalPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

NGT banned mining of sand from river beds in the country without licence and Environmental Clearance from Ministry of Environment and Forests.

India announced 150 Thousand Dollar Assistance to Afghan Bomb Attack VictimsPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

India announced 150 thousand dollar assistance to the victims of unsuccessful suicide bomb attack on the Indian consulate in Afghanistan

US Government Sued Bank of America for Investor Fraud during 2008 Financial CrisisPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

The two departments of US Government filed a parallel lawsuit against Bank of America for the alleged fraud during the time of financial crisis of 2008.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p10#sthash.Yf8dD3HB.dpuf

The Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Bill 2013, introduced in Rajya SabhaPublished on: 08-AUG-2013

The Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Bill, 2013, introduced in Rajya Sabha by Union Environment Minister, Jayanthi Natarajan.

NASA to launch Next Mars Mission from Florida called MAVENPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

NASA is all set to launch its next mission to Mars in November 2013

Maria Sharapova topped the Forbes List of Female AthletesPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova topped the Forbes list of highest-paid female athletes for the ninth straight year

Japan unveiled its Biggest Warship called IzumoPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Japan on 6 August 2013 unveiled its biggest warship since World War II called Izumo.

PACS in two districts of Andhra Pradesh to be linked with NCDEX Spot ExchangePublished on: 07-AUG-2013

The warehouses in Mahabubnagar and Kurnool districts of Andhra Pradesh of the Primary PACS were linked with the NCDEX spot exchange.

WhatsApp introduced One-press Voice TextingPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Instant messaging service WhatsApp introduced a new feature which enables sending of voice texts by just pressing one button

India and Pakistan exchanged fire in Chakan Da Bagh area of Poonch SectorPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Five Indian Soldiers were killed at the LoC in the Chakan Da Bagh area of Poonch Sector in Jammu and Kashmir by p20 men dressed in uniforms of Pakistani Army.

NASA'S Curiosity Rover celebrated its First Anniversary on Planet MarsPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Nasa’s Curiosity rover celebrated its first anniversary on Mars on 6 August 2013.

Dolphins Have the Longest Social Memory among Non-Human Species: ResearchPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Researchers from the University of Chicago, in the first week of August 2013, revealed that dolphins had the longest memories among the non-human species.

World Games 2013 Concluded at Cali, Colombia on 4 August 2013; India Won One GoldPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

The World Games 2013 took place in Cali, Colombia from 25 July 2013 to 4 August 2013. India Won one Gold medal and one Silver medal.

Microsoft launched Office 365 for University StudentsPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Internet Major Microsoft on 6 August 2013 launched its Office 365 for full time and part time university students in India

First case of human to human Transmission of H7N9 Bird Flu Virus reported in ChinaPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Researchers from China reported the first case of human-to-human transmission of the H7N9 bird flu Virus in China.

Ministry of Rural Development signed MoU with NGO Pradan for development in Naxal AreasPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

The Ministry of Rural Development on 6 August 2013 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pradan.

Astronomers Discovered Lowest-Mass Exoplanet Called GJ 504b around the Sun-Like StarPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

The international team of astronomers, in the first week of August 2013, captured the image of exoplanet- GJ 504b around the bright star- GJ 504.

SC asked Centre to respond on the Drug Pricing Policy under NPP PolicyPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

SC agreed to examine the new National Pharmaceutical Pricing Policy framed by the government for fixing prices of essential medicines.

Foreign Investment Promotion Board Cleared 12 FDI Proposals Worth 343 Crore RupeesPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

The Government of India cleared 12 FDI proposals worth 343 crore rupees. 3 proposals were rejected and 6 proposals were kept in abeyance.

ONGC Signed the Crude Oil Sale Agreement with MRPLPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

ONGC signed the crude oil sale agreement with Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL). The announcement was made on 6 August 2013.

Raghuram Govind Rajan Appointed as the 23rd Governor of RBIPublished on: 07-AUG-2013

Raghuram Govind Rajan was on 6 August 2013, appointed as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a time period of three years.

NSDC to open Skill Development Council in Aerospace Aviation in BangalorePublished on: 07-AUG-2013

NDSC has planned to create a Skill Development Council for the National Aerospace and Aviation Industry at Bangalore. IT will be operational by year end.

Scientists identified New Genes Responsible for Brain CancerPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Scientists identified 18 new genes responsible for driving glioblastoma multiforme, the most common and most aggressive form of brain cancer

Amazon founder Bezos agreed to buy the Newspaper Assets of Washington PostPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Jeffrey P Bezo, CEO of Amazon agreed to buy newspaper assets of the Washington Post. John Henry purchased the Boston Globe from New York Times.

Former Turkish Army Chief among 19 people handed Life Term for Coup PlotPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

A Turkish Court ordered life term against 19 high profile people including former Army Chief, General İlker Basbug for planning a plot of Army Coup in 2002.

Turkey completed a Trial Run of World's Deepest Rail TunnelPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Turkey on 6 August 2013 successfully completed a trial run of a rail tunnel under the Bosphorus strait

Employment-Unemployment Situation among Major Religions in India Studied by NSSOPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

The 66th round of National Sample Survey in order to find out about the employment-unemployment situation among major religious groups in India done.

Supreme Court rejected Abu Salem's Plea for quashing all Proceedings against himPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

The Supreme Court of India on 5 August 2013 rejected Gangster Abu Salem's plea for quashing all proceedings against him

Scientists Unveiled World’s First Lab-Grown Beef BurgerPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Scientists from the Maastricht University in the Netherlands, on 5 August 2013, unveiled the first lab-grown beef burger of the world.

The Union Government of India Slashed Customs Duty on Import of Rice BranPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Customs Duty on the import of rice bran and rice bran oil cake was scraped completely by the Government through notification in August 2013.

European Union Approved Merger of US Airways Group and AMR CorporationPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

European Union on 5 August 2013 approved merger of US Airways Group and AMR Corporation. This will form the largest airline of the world.

Delhi State Cabinet approved Draft Delhi Lifts and Escalators Bill, 2013Published on: 06-AUG-2013

The Delhi state government on 5 August 2013 approved draft of the Delhi Lifts and Escalators Bill, 2013.

Phubbing: the term that defines Anti-Social Act of Phone UsePublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Alex Haigh from Melbourne started a campaign on Phubbing to highlight the habit of modern man of snubbing into phone, while talking to someone else.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p11#sthash.N5BxHQAq.dpuf

Handwoven Pashmina Shawls of Kashmir Accredited With the Geographical Indication MarkPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

The handwoven Pashmina shawls of Kashmir were accredited with the GI mark. The CM of Kashmir launched the Kashmir Pashmina GI mark.

Grandmaster Parimarjan Negi won Denmark's Politiken CupPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Grandmaster Parimarjan Negi of India won the Denmark's Politiken Cup at Copenhagen, Denmark. He secured 9 out of the total possible 10 points.

Play Called the Radicalisation of Bradley Manning Won James Tait Black Prize for DramaPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

A play called The Radicalisation of Bradley Manning by Tim Price became the first play to win the James Tait Black prize for drama in Aug 2013.

Konkan Railway to scrap Skybus projectPublished on: 06-AUG-2013

The Konkan Railway on 4 August 2013 decided to scrap Skybus project due to the absence of qualified bidders and financial constraints.

Colombo South Harbour declared open by Sri Lankan President Mahinda RajapaksePublished on: 06-AUG-2013

Sri Lanka’s President, Mahinda Rajapakse on 5 August 2013 declared open the new International Container Terminal of the Colombo harbour.

Adoption of Zoo Animals Scheme launched by Alipore Zoological GardenPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

The Alipore Zoological Garden of Kolkata on 5 August 2013 launched Adoption of Zoo Animals Scheme with an aim...

India won its first ever Bronze Medal at Junior Women Hockey World Cup 2013Published on: 05-AUG-2013

Indian Junior Women Hockey team won its first ever Bronze medal in ERGO Hockey Junior World Cup at Monchengladbac, Germany on 4 August 2013.

National Green Tribunal restrained Sand Mining from RiverbedsPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

The National Green Tribunal on 5 August 2013 restrained sand mining from riverbeds across the country

Hassan Rouhani sworn in as the new President of IranPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Hassan Rohani took oath to the office of the Iran’s President on 4 August 2013. He succeeded Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as the President.

Vietnam launched Micro-Satellite Pico Dragon to International Space StationPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Vietnam's micro-satellite Pico Dragon, together with three other such US satellites, was sent to ISS.

FINA World Championship 2013 concluded at Barcelona; US topped the Medal TallyPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

USA topped in the medal tally of Barcelona 2013 15th FINA World Championship at Barcelona. The games were held from 19 July to 4 August 2013.

China blocked import of Milk Powder from New ZealandPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Import of milk powder from New Zealand was blocked by China after it discovered bacteria (Clostridium botulinum) that can lead to Botulism.

Two projects of BHEL inaugurated by Manmohan Singh in Tamil NaduPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Two projects of BHEL, High Pressure Boiler Plant Unit-II and the Power Plant Piping Unit were inaugurated by Manmohan Singh in Tamil Nadu.

Samantha Power sworn in as New US Ambassador to United NationsPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Samantha Power sworn as new US ambassador to United Nations on 2 August 2013.

Zimbabwe Parliamentary Election 2013: Zanu-PF, the party of Robert Mugabe declared WinnerPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

President Mugabe’s party ZANU-PF won the Zimbabwe Parliamentary Election 2013. It secured 158 seats of the 210 parliamentary seats.

Jasjit Singh, Air Commodore (Retd.) And India’s Best Military Analyst, Died at 79Published on: 05-AUG-2013

Jasjit Singh, Air Commodore (retd.) and one of the leading strategic thinkers of India, died on 4 August 2013. He was 79 years of age.

XV World Police & Fire Games 2013 Organised in Belfast, Northern IrelandPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

XV World Police & Fire Games 2013 started from 1 August 2013 at Belfast, Northern Ireland. These games will be held till 10 August 2013.

CCEA approved continuation of Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojana in 12th PlanPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Proposal of the Ministry of Power for continuation of the RGGVY during the 12th Plan period was approved by the CCEA.

Ravindra Jadeja became the first Indian bowler since Kumble to top ICC ODI Bowlers RankingsPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

Ravindra Jadeja on 4 August 2013 became the first Indian bowler to top the bowlers' chart in the latest ICC ODI Player.

US temporarily closed Diplomatic Missions after intercepting al-Qaeda threatsPublished on: 05-AUG-2013

The US temporarily closed certain embassies and consulates in the Middle East and North Africa from 4 August 2013...

World's First Talking Robot Kirobo sent into SpacePublished on: 04-AUG-2013

world’s first talking robot Kirobo was successfully sent into space on 4 August 2013.

Jharkhand State Cabinet Expanded;Six New Ministers InductedPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on 4 August 2013 expanded his cabinet by inducting six new ministers.

Week-long Sale of Low-fare Domestic Tickets launched by Jet AirwaysPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

Jet Airways on 3 August 2013 launched week-long sale of low-fare domestic tickets.

Special National Investment Fund (SNIF) approved by CCEAPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs(CCEA) on 2 August 2013 approved creation of the Special National Investment Fund (SNIF).

Suicide Attack took Place near the Indian Consulate in Jalalabad CityPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

A suicide attack took place near the Indian Consulate in Jalalabad city bordering Pakistan on 3 August 2013.

India retained its top Position in the in ICC ODI Rankings with 123 PointsPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

India topped the chart of ODI rankings released by ICC at Dubai on 3 August 2013. Australia and England are placed at 2nd and 3rd Position respectively.

Arundhati Bhattacharya appointed Managing Director of SBIPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

Arundhati Bhattacharya was appointed the managing director and chief financial officer of the State Bank of India(SBI).

India recorded their First-ever ODI Series Whitewash on Foreign SoilPublished on: 04-AUG-2013

India on 3 August 2013 created history by recording their first-ever five-match ODI series whitewash on foreign soil.

US announced Grant for Victims of Oak Creek ShootoutPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

Obama Administration announced a grant of half million dollars for the victims of the Oak Creek Gurdwara shootout incident carried out in August 2012.

Agni-V to be Inducted By 2015 with Two or Three Successful Test Firings in 2013Published on: 03-AUG-2013

The Director of Agni Missile Project, DRDO, announced on 2 August 2013 that the Agni V missile would become operational by 2015.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p12#sthash.EgUqVTfh.dpuf

Cabinet cleared Disinvestment of 10 percent in Indian Oil CorporationPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

The CCEA on 1 August 2013 approved the proposal for sale of 10 percent Government stake in Indian Oil Corporation (IOC).

Rajeev Rishi took over as the CMD of Central Bank of IndiaPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

Rajeev Rishi took over as the CMD of Central Bank of India on 1 August 2013. Earlier, he was the executive Director of Indian Bank.

MoU signed to Create NCRTC to Construct the Regional Rapid Transport SystemPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

MoU signed for setting up of New Corporation for Regional Rapid Transport System to smoothen travel in extended NCR.

CCEA approved Creation of the Special National Investment FundPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

CCEA approved the creation of the Special National Investment Fund. Its objective is to meet the minimum public shareholding of 10% in 6 CPSEs.

Increasing Human Violence Linked to Rising Temperatures of Earth: StudyPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

The economists from University of California explained that there was inter-relation between human conflict and climate change.

Abraham Samuel, Popularly Called the Cigarette Snatcher, Passed Away at 53Published on: 03-AUG-2013

Abraham Samuel, 53, who was popularly called the cigarette snatcher passed away on 28 July 2013 in Dubai.

Sugathakumari, the Malayalam Poetess won Saraswati Samman 2013 for ManalezhuthuPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

Sugathakumari was conferred with Saraswati Samman 2012 for her collection of poems in Malayalam, Manalezhuthu, which means The Writing on the Sand in English.

Runa Laila, the SAARC Goodwill Ambassador for HIV/AIDS Visited IndiaPublished on: 03-AUG-2013

Runa Laila, the SAARC Goodwill Ambassador for HIV/AIDS visited India. The objective of the visit was support to the cause of HIV/AIDS.

Venkateswaran Dakshinamoorthy, the Veteran Music Director died at 94Published on: 03-AUG-2013

Music Director of Malayalam and Tamil music, V Dakshinamoorthy, died on 2 August 2013. He has to his credit 859 songs.

Union Cabinet to continue Interest Subvention of 3 Percent on Crop Loans to FarmersPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

The Union Cabinet of India on 2 August 2013 decided to continue the interest subvention of three per cent on crop loans.

Russia Granted Asylum to Edward J. SnowdenPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

Edward J. Snowden granted one year asylum in Russia. Snowden is the NSA leaker, who leaked details of surveillance programme of US PRISM.

US Senate passed a Resolution to remember Wisconcin Gurudwara VictimsPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

US Senate on 2 August 2013 unanimously passed a resolution to remember victims of Wisconcin Gurudwara.

Nokia India Teamed Up With Public Works Department of Maharashtra to Paint Zebra CrossingsPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

Nokia India team, teamed up with the Public Works Department of Maharashtra in order to raise awareness regarding the safety of pedestrians.

India revoked Patent granted to GSK for its Breast Cancer Drug TykerbPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

India on 1 August 2013 revoked a patent granted to GlaxoSmith Kline Plc for its breast cancer drug Tykerb.

Hemendra Prasad Barooah, the Noted Assam Tea Planter Passed Away at 87Published on: 02-AUG-2013

Hemendra Prasad Barooah, the noted Assam tea planter passed away on 31 July 2013 in Bangkok. He was 87 years of age.

FDI to increase in Print Media from 26 Percent to 49 PercentPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

INS on 2 August 2013 approved a proposal to increase FDI from 26 percent to 49 percent in print media.

USA and China held Discussions on Human Rights IssuesPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

USA and China held in-depth and frank discussions at Kunming in China on human rights issues.

Dadra and Nagar Haveli Celebrated Its 60th Liberation DayPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

Dadra and Nagar Haveli celebrated its 60th Liberation Day on 2 August 2013. It was liberated from the Portuguese rule.

ING Vysya Bank Launched Premium Debit Cards Called ING Mastercard Premium Debit CardsPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

ING Vysya Bank, the private sector lender, on 1 August 2013 launched the premium debit card, which offers spend-based rewards programme.

Government eased the Norms for FDI in Multi-Brand RetailPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

Union Cabinet eased the FDI norms for multi-brand retail chains. It also widened the scope of the definition of terms, Small and Control.

Cabinet approved Amendment to put Political Parties out from the ambit of RTI ACTPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

An amendment to the RTI Act to keep the political parties out of its ambit was approved by the Union Cabinet. RTI Act came into effect on 15 June 2005.

World Breastfeeding Week observed to Encourage BreastfeedingPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

World Breastfeeding week was observed to encourage breastfeeding as the best source of nourishment for babies.

National Archives of India Launched Quarterly Newsletter Entitled e-AbhilekhPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

National Archives of India launched newsletter entitled e-Abhilekh in New Delhi on 1 August 2013. The newsletter was launched by Ministry of Culture.

INSAT-3D Satellite Placed Successfully in Geosynchronous OrbitPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

INSAT-3D, which was launched on 26 July 2013 from Kourou, French Guyana, was successfully placed in geosynchronous orbit.

Indian Students Grab Two Silver & Three Bronze at 54th International Mathematical OlympiadPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

India won 2 Silver & 3 Bronze Medals at 54th International Mathematical Olympiad at Santa Marta, Colombia during 18 July 2013-28 July 2013.

China agreed to set-up 4 Coal-Fired Power Plants at Gadani, BalochistanPublished on: 02-AUG-2013

Nawaz Sharif announced that China has agreed to set-up four coal-fired power plants at Gadani Power Corridor in Balochistan.

Pravasi Friend launched its Operations in KochiPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

Pravasi Friend launched its operations in Kochi, Kerala on 1 August 2013.

Telangana, the 29th State of India announced by UPA and Congress Working CommitteePublished on: 01-AUG-2013

Congress and the UPA have unanimously decided to create a separate Telangana State carving out from Andhra Pradesh on 30 July 2013.

The Rate of Interest Subvention Scheme for Exports Increased to Three PercentPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

The Union government of India on 31 July 2013 decided to enhance the rate of interest subvention scheme for exports.

Bhim Sain Bassi Took Charge as the 20th Delhi Police CommissionerPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

Bhim Sain Bassi, the 1977-batch IPS officer of AGMU cadre took over the charge as the next Delhi Police Commissioner on 31 July 2013.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p13#sthash.2j2pMUtU.dpuf

IOC Sold Exclusive Broadcasting Rights for 2014, 2016 Olympics to STAR IndiaPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

The International Olympic Committee sold the broadcasting rights for the 2014 and 2016 Olympics to STAR India. India is suspended from Olympic.

Petroleum Ministry and Delhi Government launched IGL Suraksha YojanaPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

Union Ministry for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Delhi state government on 31 July 2013 launched IGL Suraksha Yojana.

Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar Retired from His OfficePublished on: 01-AUG-2013

The Delhi Police commissioner Neeraj Kumar retired from his office on 31 July 2013. He served to the police force for 37 years.

Chhattisgarh Plan for 2013-14 Finalised at 25250 Crore RupeesPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

The Annual Plan for 2013-14 for the State of Chhattisgarh was finalised at 25250 crore rupees.

Aditya Mehta clinched the Snooker Gold Medal in the World GamesPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

India's number one snooker player, Aditya Mehta on 31 July 2013 clinched the gold medal.

Rare Egyptian Vultures Spotted in the Forest Range of OdishaPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

Rare Egyptian vultures were spotted near Laxmipur in Chikiti forest range of Odisha's Ganjam district in the month of July 2013.

IGL Suraksha Yojana Launched by Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas in DelhiPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

The Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Sheila Dikshit, on 31 July 2013 launched the IGL Suraksha Yojana in Delhi.

Book Titled an Agenda for India’s Growth: Essays in Honour of P. Chidambaram, ReleasedPublished on: 01-AUG-2013

The book entitled An Agenda for India’s Growth: Essays in Honour of P. Chidambaram, was released in New Delhi on 31 July 2013 by Prime Minister of India.- See more at: http://www.jagranjosh.com/current-affairs-august-2013-current-affairs-1375275163-1-p14#sthash.NiTAaQBA.dpuf