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.
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