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Saturday 15 August 2015

TIT Current Affairs

Forbes released the World's Highest-Paid Actors 2015 list

The list of 34 global actors includes names 12 newcomers of which five are from India , Indian actors in the list are Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Shah Rukh Khan and Ranbir Kapoor.

India, Mozambique signed MoU to boost ties in Renewable Energy Sector

Moreover, both nations also agreed to intensify cooperation in maritime security and ocean economy as both the countries have large coastlines and are linked by Indian Ocean.

Union Government deferred proposed talks between the Chief negotiators on India & EU-BTIA

The decision was taken as government is disappointed and concerned by the action of EU in imposing legally binding ban on the sale of around 700 pharma products clinically tested by GVK Biosciences, Hyderabad.

Union Cabinet approved direct release of wages into bank accounts of MNREGA workers

The decision is aimed at further streamlining the flow of funds and to empower state governments to deliver entitlements as per the objectives of the Act.

Bihar legislative Assembly passed the Bihar Public Grievance Redressal Bill, 2015

The Bill is aimed at empowering the people to seek redressal of their grievances by government servants in a time-bound manner.

Two films Masaan & Jaanisaar made tax free in UP

The films were made tax free in Uttar Pradesh under Section 11 (1) of the Uttar Pradesh Entertainment and Betting Tax Act, 1979.

Last surviving Dambusters Pilot Les Munro died

Les Munro was among the pilots who took part in the legendary Dambusters operation of World War II in 1943.

Mathematician Amalendu Krishna won 2015 Ramanujan Prize

He was bestowed with this award for his outstanding contributions in the area of algebraic cycles, algebraic K-theory and the theory of motives.

Uttar Pradesh government decided to rename UPTU as APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University

The approval amends the UP Technical University Act, 2000 to rename the Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU) as Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (APJAKTU), Uttar Pradesh.

SHEFROL: An Eco-friendly way of treating water

SHEFROL-based waste water treatment plant built at Chinna Kalapet fishing hamlet in Puducherry, was found to be successful.

Maharashtra government increased the retirement age of medical officers from 58 to 60

The Cabinet also approved a proposal to amend the lacunae in the Transplantation of Human Organs Act 1994, and increase quantum of punishment for crimes pertaining to human organ transplants.

Delhi Government decided to have tram network in Old Delhi

The government also decided to make Shahjahanad Redevelopment Corporation, set up to carry out infrastructure projects in Old Delhi.

Jharkhand empowered ACB to arrest Ministers & civil servants in bribery cases without permission

The government also decided to provide tab to all girl students of 8th standards of state-run Kasturba Gandhi schools.

Snapdeal launched Snapdeal Instant to make instant delivery of packages

Snapdeal Instant is aimed at further improving customer experience on the eCommerce platform by enabling faster deliveries and maintaining product quality at the same time.

Kamayani Express & Mumbai-Jabalpur Janata Express derailed over Machak River of MP

The twin-train derailment occurred after base material on the tracks got washed away in heavy rain.

British singer Cilla Black passed away

Black was known for such her 60s and 70s hits such as Anyone Who Had a Heart and You’re My World. Both the songs went to Number 1 position in Britain.

Rural Development Minister launched ‘SAMANVAY’ for Gram Panchayats

SAMANVAY was launched with an aim to help MPs in utilising relevant schemes in the planning and implementation of Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY).

Roland S Folger appointed as CEO and MD of Mercedes-Benz India

Currently, Roland S Folger is the President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Malaysia.

Bharti Airtel acquired YTS Solutions for mobile payment solutions

This acquisition will help Airtel to expand its footprint in the payments sector by integrating business capabilities and unique service delivery model of the YTS.

Haryana Government to honour victims of Emergency 1975 with Tamra Patra

Those who struggled for restoration of democratic values during the Emergency will be given ‘Tamra Patra’ on the Independence Day function, that is, 15 August 2015.

Iqbal Ahmed Ansari appointed as Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court

Ansari was appointed by President Pranab Mukherjee under article 223 of the Constitution of India with effect from 1 August 2015.

Operation Muskaan helped Gurgaon Police to trace over 1000 kids

Gurgaon Police traced 1094 children in Haryana during the month-long operation Muskaan.

Former MP Minister Jagannath Singh passed away

Singh had served as Labour Minister of Madhya Pradesh from 2008 to 2013 in the BJP government led by incumbent MP Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

Hindi litterateur Kashinath Singh chosen for Bharat Bharti literary award 2014

Singh has penned many novels and short stories. One of his most famous novel is Kashi ka Assi, which captures the vibrant hues of Banaras.

Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Telescope being constructed in China

The Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST) is an Aricibo-type telescope. It is funded by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC).

ITBP climbing & ski down expedition to Saser Kangri-III peak in Ladakh flagged off

For the first time the Saser Kangri-III peak was successfully submitted by 6 Mountaineers of ITBP led by SP Chamoli, Commandant in 1986.

Union Government signed historic peace accord with NSCN (I-M)

The signing of the pact is the end of over 80 rounds of negotiations that spanned 16 years with first breakthrough in 1997 when ceasefire agreement was sealed.

Delhi Police launched Operation Shishtachar to teach lesson to eve-teasers

The operation Shishtachar aims at nabbing offender and teach lesson of manner to them.

193 UN members reached agreement on sustainable development agenda

With this agreement, the document called "Transforming our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development" will be adopted at a UN summit to be held in September 2015 at United Nations Headquarters in New York.

Afghanistan banned mourning ceremonies for deceased Taliban leader Omar

TThe intelligence agency of the government of Afghanistan warned that any gatherings condoling Mullah Omar’s death would be a “legitimate target” for Afghan forces.

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