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Pak Army chief Gen Raheel Sharif appointed as mediator to defuse political crisis
Published on: 30-AUG-2014
Important for Exam: 92 people agreed

Pakistan Government on 29 August 2014 appointed Pakistan Army Chief General Raheel Sharif's as
mediator to defuse political crisis.
Yohann Diniz broke 50km Walk World Record at the European Athletics Championship

Yohann Diniz of France broke the 50-km Walk World Record at the European Athletics Championship
held in Zurich, Switzerland.
Union Government notified enhancing the social security cover limit under EPFO

Union Government on 28 August 2014 notified enhancing the social security cover limit under the
social security...
SEBI issued norms for sharing KYC details with financial regulators

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on 30 August 2014 allowed sharing of Know-your-
Client details with entities
Noted Historian Bipan Chandra died

Bipan Chandra, former professor of history, was considered to be a specialist in the economic and
political history...
Baba Kalyani re-nominated as Co-Chairman of IJBLF

Baba Kalyani was re-nominated as the Co-Chairman of the India-Japan Business Leaders Forum
(IJBLF.)
J & K Legislative Council passed a resolution urging Union to resume Indo-Pak talks

Jammu & Kashmir legislative council on 28 August 2014 passed a resolution urging Union to resume
Indo-Pak talks.
Adani bought Carmichael Australia coal mine royalty rights from Linc Energy

Adani Enterprises on 29 August 2014 agreed to pay 145 million US dollar to Linc Energy to buy the
royalty rights.
Samsung unveiled 12 Sports Ratnas for the Incheon Asian Games

Samsung Electronics Company Limited announced the names of 12 Samsung Sports Ratnas for 17th
Asian Games.
US actor Harry Belafonte to receive Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Oscar Award

US actor and singer Harry Belafonte was named for honorary Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Oscar
Award on 29 August 2014.
ONGC board approved 5219 crore rupees investment in Daman gas fields

ONGC on 29 August 2014 announced to invest 5219 crore rupees for the production of Daman gas
fields in the Arabian Sea.
Supreme Court rejected the plea of the Gujarat government on moving Gir lions

Supreme Court on 15 August 2014 rejected the plea of Gujarat government to relocate the Gir lions
from Gir National Park in Gujarat
India Signed agreement with World Bank for MSRPII project

India signed Loan Agreements with World for IDA assistance Mizoram State Roads Project.
President Pranab Mukherjee presented National Sports Awards to eminent sportsperson

The President of India Pranab Mukherjee presented the National Sports Awards to eminent
sportsperson on 29 August 2014 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.
Union Government appointed JIC chief RN Ravi as Naga interlocutor

Union Government on 29 August 2014 appointed chairman of Joint Intelligence Committee (JIC) RN
Ravi as Naga interlocutor.
CBDT set up four-member Committee to scrutinize retrospective tax amendment

The CBDT on 28 August 2014 set up a four-member high-level committee to scrutinize the
retrospective tax amendments.
Centuries old Omari Mosque in Jabaliya in Gaza destroyed in Israel-Gaza conflict

Centuries old Omari Mosque in Jabaliya in Gaza was in news recently due to its destruction in
ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict.
SC advised the PM to not to include chargesheeted person into their Cabinet

Supreme Court on 27 August 2014 advised the Prime Minister and Chief Ministers to not to include
chargesheeted persons into their cabinet.
National Sports Day was celebrated on the 29 August

National Sports Day was celebrated on the 29 August throughout the country.
Maharashtra State Cabinet approved the formation of Transgender Welfare Board

Maharashtra State Cabinet on 28 August 2014 approved the formation of Transgender Welfare
Board.
French President Franois Hollande named the new French government

French President Francois Hollande named the new French government on 26 August 2014 under
Prime Minister Manual Valls.
Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved Urea Production from Naphta

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on 27 August 2014 approved the continuation of
production of urea...
God of Antarctica written by 13 year old Yashwardhan Shukla

Delhi-based 13 year old school boy Yashwardhan Shukla authored a novel, Gods of Antarctica.
China detected tunnels in Xinjiang province and North Korean borders

China police detected dozens of cross-border tunnels in troubled Muslim-majority Xinjiang province
as well as northeast area bordering North Korea.
43 UN Peacekeepers held hostage by armed group in Syrian Golan Heights

Forty-three UN Peacekeepers kept in held by an armed group in the Syrian Golan Heights, near
Quneitra.
Maharashtra Government included 10 Sub- Caste of Lingayat community in OBC category

Maharashtra Government on 28 August 2014 included 10 Sub- Caste of Lingayat community in Other
Backward Category (OBC) category.
Union Government notified Securities Laws Amendment Act, 2014

Government has notified Securities Laws Amendment Act that empowers SEBI to clamp down on
illicit money-pooling schemes and arrest of defaulters.
Prime Minister launched Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 28 August 2014 launched Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana.
Sivaramakrishnan Committee submitted report to Union Home Ministry on AP Capital

Sivaramakrishnan committee constituted by the Union Government to suggest the place to build the
capital city of Andhra Pradesh...
Delhi Government made it mandatory for women to wear helmet in Delhi NCR

The Delhi Government on 28 August 2014 made it mandatory for women riding a two-wheeler to
wear helmets in Delhi NCR region.
Manipur Governor Vinod Kumar Duggal resigned

Vinod Kumar Duggal resigned as Manipur Governor on 28 August 2014.
Government approved swapping of Save Our Soul village land with AAI's land

Union Cabinet meet chaired by Prime Minister approved the swapping of Save Our Soul (SOS) village
land in Borjhar with the AAI airport land.
IRCTC launched new application to book tickets for Black Berry smartphone users

IRCTC has launched a new application to book tickets for Black Berry smartphone users. The
application is user friendly and easy to operate.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan sworn in as 12th President of Turkey

Recep Tayyip Erdogan was sworn in on 28 August 2014 as 12th President of Turkey. The ceremony...
Shah Rukh Khan became Ambassador of Turn Back Crime campaign of Interpol

Shah Rukh Khan on 27 August 2014 became the Ambassador of Turn Back Crime campaign of
Interpol. This was...
Union Cabinet announced to lift the restriction of one LPG cylinder per month

Union Cabinet on 27 August 2014 announced to lift the restriction of one LPG cylinder per month
per household....
Tata Value Homes and Snapdeal tied up to sell homes online

Tata Value Homes tied up with e-commerce major Snapdeal on 26 August 2014 to sell houses online
through the online marketplace model.
CCEA empowered Road Transport and Highway Ministry to amend MCA

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on 27 August 2014 empowered the Road
Transport.
Model Concession Agreement (MCA)-A legal contract for Road Projects

Model Concession Agreement (MCA) was in news recently as Cabinet Committee on Economic
Affairs (CCEA)...
Seven countries joined United States in arming Iraqi Kurds against ISIS

Seven countries joined the United States (US) in arming the Peshmerga Kurdish forces in Northern
Iraq against Islamic...
DIPP notified Press Note 8 allowing 100% FDI in Rail infrastructure

Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) under the Union Ministry of Commerce and
Industry on 27 August 2014 notified Press Note 8
PM set up a Ramanujam committee to identify obsolete laws

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 27 August 2014 set up a Ramanujam committee to identify
obsolete laws.
Union Tourism Ministry launched comprehensive Sustainable Tourism Criteria

The Union Minister for Tourism Shripad Naik on 26 August 2014 launched the comprehensive
Sustainable Tourism Criteria for India (STCI)
President presented Hindi Sevi Samman

President presented the Hindi Sevi Samman for 2010 and 2011.
WHO called for tough regulations to restrict use of e-cigarettes

To restrict use of e-cigarettes, world health body WHO called for a range of tough regulations for
banning their indoor use and sales to the children.
SC ordered DLF to pay 630 crore rupees fine imposed by CCI

Supreme Court has asked real estate developer DLF Ltd to pay a fine of 630 crore rupees imposed on
it by the CCI for alleged unfair business practices.
Rajiv Gandhi National Quality Awards of BIS announced

The prestigious Rajiv Gandhi National Quality Awards for the year 2012 were announced by Union
Minister for Consumer Affairs,...
Kerala state cabinet ratified new liquor policy

Congress led United Democratic Front (UDF) government cabinet ratified the new liquor policy.
Union Government launched Dot Bharat domain

Union Government has launched a new domain, Dot Bharat (.) in Devanagari script. Initially the
domain will cover eight languages.
US Army destroyed experimental test of its Advanced Hypersonic weapon for public safety

The U.S. Army on 25 August 2014 destroyed Falcon Hypersonic Technology Vehicle 2 during a test
launch at its remote Kodiak Launch Complex in Alaska.
Union Finance Ministry ordered forensic audit of Dena bank and Oriental Bank of Commerce

Union Finance Ministry on 20 August 2014 ordered a forensic audit of the state-run Oriental Bank of
Commerce (OBC) and Dena Bank...
Cox & Kings Ltd got the outsourcing contract of Deccan Odyssey for five years

Travel Company Cox & Kings Limited on 26 August 2014 got the outsourcing contract of Deccan
Odyssey for five years.
Union Cabinet approved hike in mining royalty rates on minerals

The Union Cabinet on 20 August 2014 gave nod to increase the mining royalty rates with a few
exceptions like coal, lignite
Union Finance Ministry ordered the forensic audit of UCO bank

The Union Finance Ministry ordered limited forensic audit of Kolkata-based UCO Bank.
SC put on hold the implementation of its 1983 Judgement till 2024

Supreme Court on 26 August 2014 put on hold the implementation of its 1983 Judgement till 2024.
Israel and Hamas agreed to Egyptian proposal for a complete ceasefire

Israel and Hamas agreed to Egyptian ceasefire proposal on 26 August 2014 after bloodiest battle of
50 days.
Reliance Jio Infocomm signed tower sharing deal with BSNL

Reliance Jio Infocomm (RJIL) on 26 August 2014 signed a deal with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
(BSNL) for sharing around 4000 mobile towers.
US President authorised surveillance flights over Syria

US President Barack Obama on 26 August 2014 authorised surveillance flights over Syria. The
surveillance flights..
Ice Bucket Challenge started to raise awareness and fund for ALS Disease

Ice Bucket Challenge: Started to raise awareness and funds for ALS disease
Archaeologists found two ancient Mayan cities Lagunita and Tamchen in Mexico

Archaeologists have found two ancient Mayan cities Lagunita and Tamchen hidden in the jungle of
south-eastern Mexico.
President appointed Governors for Rajasthan, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Goa

President Pranab Mukherjee on 26 August 2014 appointed Governors for four states.
C.S.Verma elected as First President of Indian Steel Association

C.S.Verma on 26 August 2014 was elected as First President of Indian Steel Association (ISA).
Avia Indra-2014, the Indo-Russia maiden aerial exercise started

IAF and RFAF started its first Indo-Russia aerial exercise, Avia Indra-2014 at Astrakhan region, near
the Caspian Sea in Russia.
Jewish centre Chabad House reopened 6 years after 26/11 terror attacks

The Jewish centre, Chabad House, also called Nariman House, in Mumbai was reopened on 26
August 2014. It was reopened nearly six years..
Sheila Dikshit, the Governor of Kerala resigned

Sheila Dikshit submitted her resignation as Kerala Governor to The President of India, Pranab
Mukherjee.
Historic Maharishi Walmeck Sawami Jee Temple faces demolition in Pakistan

Maharishi Walmeck Sawami Jee Temple popularly known as Balaknash Temple of Rawalpindi,
Pakistan faces demolition.
Multinational IT Consultant Accenture got the contract for crowdfunding Statue Of Unity

The multinational IT consultant Accenture on 25 August 2014 obtained the contract to build an IT
platform for crowdfunding Statue of Unity
Union government decided to fence over Bangladesh waters based on Singapore model

Union government decided to fence over Bangladesh waters based on skid marine hedge model of
Singapore.
Ramesh Chand Tayal appointed as CRPF Special Director-General

Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) on 25 August 2014 cleared the name of senior IPS
officer Ramesh Chand Tayal as DG of CRPF special
SC issued notice to Union MoEF to put on hold 140 projects cleared by NBW

The Supreme Court of India on 25 August 2014 issued a notice to Union Ministry of Environment &
Forest (MoEF) to put on hold 140 projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced to launch Energy Highway for Eastern India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 25 August 2014 announced to launch Energy Highway for Eastern
India.
RN Ravi appointed as new chief of Joint Intelligence Committee

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Appointments Committee of the Cabinet cleared name of RN Ravi
for appointment as new chief of JIC.
Not Just an Accountant authored by former CAG Vinod Rai

Former CAG Vinod Rai has authored a book titled Not Just an Accountant. The book will be released
in October 2014.
BSF personnel set a LIMCA Book of Records by planting saplings

Border Security Force (BSF) personnel set a LIMCA Book of Record by planting saplings at all BSF
locations on 19 August 2014...
Japan to offer anti-viral drug favipiravir to treat Ebola

Japan will offer anti-viral drug favipiravir as a possible treatment of Ebola.
Google to build Knowledge Vault, to store information

Google is building Knowledge Vault which is a system that stores information which is readable by
both human and Machine.
Union Cabinet approved Digital India Programme to make India a digitally empowered knowledge
economy

Union Cabinet on 20 August 2014 approved the Digital India Programme. The programme is worth 1
lakh crore rupees...
French President Francois Hollande dissolved French government over economic policy

French President Francois Hollande dissolved his government on 25 August 2014 after an open feud
in the cabinet over the country's economic policy.
Rajasthan government reduced probation period of employees on higher posts to one year

Rajasthan government reduced the probation period in direct recruitment of its employees on
higher posts from two to one year on 25 August 2014.
Indian origin Seema Malhotra appointed as Shadow Minister in U.K.

Indian Origin Seema Malhotra was appointed as Shadow Minister in U.K. on 25 August 2014.
GST Panel decided to lower threshold limit for imposing GST to 10 Lakh rupees

Goods and Services Tax (GST) Panel on 20 August 2014 decided to lower the threshold limit for
imposing GST on entities to 10 lakhs rupees
Gandhi, a 1982 epic biographical film on the life of the Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi

Film Gandhi was in news because the director of the film Richard Attenborough died on 24 August
2014 at the age of 90.
Thailand's king Bhumibol Adulyade endorsed General Prayuth Chan-ocha as PM
First seaplane service in Maharashtra launched from Mumbai to Lonavala

First commercial seaplane service in Maharashtra was launched from Mumbai to Lonavala on 25
August 2014 from Juhu aerodrome.
CCI imposed penalty of 2545 crore rupees on 14 car makers for unfair practices

CCI imposed a combined penalty of more than 2545 crore rupees on 14 car companies for unfair
business practices in the spare parts market.
Textiles Ministry signed MoU with Flipkart to provide marketing platform to handloom weavers

Union Textiles Ministry signed MoU with Flipkart to provide online marketing platform to handloom
weavers to boost the sector.
Noted Malayalam actor Chemancherry Narayanan Nair died at 79

Noted Malayalam drama and film actor Chemancherry Narayanan Nair died on 25 August 2014 at
Chengottukavu in Kozhikode, Kerala. He was 79.
President Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated India's first IIEST at Shibpur in West Bengal

The President of India, Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated India's first Indian Institute of Engineering
Science and Technology (IIEST)
Finance Minister Ahmet Davutoglu named as Prime Minister of Turkey

Turkey's ruling party AKP named Finance Minister Ahmet Davutoglu as New Prime Minister of
Turkey on 10 August 2014.
Twentieth edition of Annual Delhi Book Fair began in New Delhi

The twentieth edition of annual Delhi Book Fair began on 23 August 2014 at Pragati Maidan in New
Delhi.
Union Government launched India's first ethanol-run bus in Nagpur

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari launched ethanol-run environment-friendly public buses in
Nagpur.
Boko Haram leaders declared Islamic Caliphate in Gwoza town of Nigeria

The militant group Boko Haram on 25 August 2014 declared Islamic Caliphate in Gwoza town of
Nigeria
BSF & BGB agreed on vulnerability mapping to implement coordinated border management plan

BSF & BGB agreed on vulnerability mapping to implement coordinated border plan to curb drug &
human trafficking & trans-border crimes.
Coal Blocks allocated from 1993 to 2010 are illegal: SC

SC termed coal block allocated by screening committee from 1993 to 2010 as illegal. They were not
fare & transparent.
Katie Ledecky of US broke World Record in Womens 1500 Meter Freestyle

Katie Ledecky set second world record at the Pan Pacific championships, Gold Coast, Australia after
shattering her own 1500-metre freestyle record.
Maharashtra Governor K Sankaranarayanan resigned

K Sankaranarayanan, the governor of Maharashtra who was transferred to Mizoram resigned from
his office and refused to take charge of his new assignment.
Ten pilgrims dead and more injured in stampede at Kamtanath Pahad Temple in M.P.

Ten pilgrims dead and more injured in stampede on 25 August 2014 at Kamtanath Pahad Temple in
Madhya Pradesh.
Worlds Oldest metal object, Cone-shaped copper awl, found in Tel Tsaf in Israel

Cone-shaped copper awl discovered at Middle Chalcolithic burial site in Tel Tsaf, Israel. The awl is
Worlds oldest metal object found.
President inaugurated 6th edition of KKM Rural Football Tournament in West Bengal

President of India Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the 6th Edition of KKM Rural Football Tournament
at Murshidabad district in West Bengal.
SMAP: SMAP to predict the of drought severity

Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) satellite to collect the local data of agricultural and water
managers that are needed worldwide.
Oscar-winning Director of Gandhi, Richard Attenborough died at 90

Oscar-winning British filmmaker and actor Richard Attenborough renowned for his critically-
acclaimed biopic on Mahatma Gandhi died in London.
NASAs scientists developed SMAP satellite to combat Drought

NASA developed a new satellite to predict the severity of droughts worldwide and help farmers
maximize the crop yield.
Indian Army discovered tunnel in Pallanwalla sector along LoC leading to PoK

Indian Army on 23 August 2014 discovered a tunnel in the Pallanwalla sector along the Line of
Control. The tunnel, discovered...
INS Kamorta, India's first indigenously built stealth warship commissioned into Indian Navy

Union Defence Minister Arun Jaitley commissioned Indias first indigenously-built stealth Anti-
Submarine Warfare INS Kamorta in the Indian Navy.
SC issued notice to Union Government over Uttarakhand's Governor Plea

SC issued notice to Union Government to respond it on the issue of asking Governors to quit or face
dismissal within six weeks.
SC expresses concern over LoP issue; asked government to respond by 9 September

SC asked the Union Government to decide the status of the LoOP in the Lok Sabha by 9 September
2014. LoOP is required for selection of Lokpal.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Pradhan Mantri Krishi Seenchayi Yojana

Narendra Modi announced new irrigation scheme, Pradhan Mantri Krishi Seenchayi Yojana to meet
the irrigation needs of all farmers across the country.
Weightlifter Ragala Venkat Rahul won first medal for India at 2nd Youth Olympics

Ragala Venkat Rahul won first medal for India at 2nd Youth Olympic Games in Nanjing, China by
winning a silver medal in 77 kg category.
Eminent Kannada writer UR Ananthamurthy died at 82

Jnanpith awardee and renowned Kannada writer U R Ananthamurthy died in Bangalore. He was 82.
T M Bhasin elected as Chairman of Indian Banks Association

T M Bhasin was elected as Chairman of Indian Banks Association (IBA) on 20 August 2014. He will be
the Chairman of IBA for 2014-15.
Afghanistan celebrated 95th Independence Day

Afghanistan celebrated its 95th Independence Day on 19 August 2014. It is celebrated to mark the
signing of the 1919 Anglo-Afghan treaty
RBI released its annual report 2013-14 suppressing the fear of drought

The Reserve Bank of India released its Annual Report for 2013-14.
DDA approved modification of Master Plan of Delhi-2021

The Delhi Development Authority on 21 August 2014 approved the modification proposal in Master
Plan of Delhi-2021.
Veteran CPI-M leader Amitava Nandy died at 71

Veteran Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) leader Amitava Nandy died on 15 August 2014 in
Kolkata...
South Africa announced to evacuate 500 rhinos from Kruger National Park to curb illegal poaching

Environment Minister of South Africa Edna Molewa on 12 August 2014 announced plan to curb
illegal hunts of rhinos for their horn..
Guru Hanuman Akhara chosen for 2014 Rashtritya Khel Protsahan Puraskar

Guru Hanuman Akhara, a Delhi-based wrestling academy was chosen for the 2014 Rashtritya Khel
Protsahan Puraskar (RKPP)
Hockey Madhya Pradesh became 23rd Associate Member of Hockey India

Hockey India on 21 August 2014 added Hockey Madhya Pradesh as its 23rd associate member. With
this, Hockey Madhya Pradesh..
Release of Punjabi film Kaum de Heere based on Indira Gandhi's assassination stalled

I&B Ministry withheld the release of Punjabi film Kaum de Heere that depicts the lives of the
assassins...
Faisalabad Agriculture University conferred M S Swaminathan with honorary degree

Renowned Agriculture Scientist M.S. Swaminathan conferred with the Doctor of Science by the
University of Agriculture in Faisalabad
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals unveiled new Anti-Cancer drug GBR 1302

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd in the third week of August 2014 unveiled a new anti-cancer drug
called GBR 1302. It is the first clinical development
Prime Minister dedicated 765 KV Ranchi-Sipat transmission line to the nation

Prime Minister inaugurated and dedicated 765 KV Ranchi-Dharmjaygarh-Sipat Transmission Line
(Powergrid) to the nation.
Thai coup leader Prayuth Chan-ocha elected as Prime Minister of Thailand

Thailand coup leader Prayuth Chan-ocha elected as the Prime Minister of Thailand by junta-picked
National Legislative Assembly (NLA).
SC fined 14 states and 1 UT for not responding to Law Commission's report

The Supreme Court fined 14 state governments and 1 Union Territory (UT) on 20 August 2014 for
not responding to Law Commission's 245th Report
Union government issued draft rules to empower Forward Markets Commission (FMC)

The Union government issued draft rules to empower the commodity markets regulator Forward
Markets Commission (FMC).
Union Cabinet approved the Nagpur Metro Rail Project

The Union Cabinet of India approved the Nagpur Metro Rail Project.
Filmmaker Muzaffar Ali presented with 22nd Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award

Muzaffar Ali, renowned filmmaker and poet, was presented the 22nd Rajiv Gandhi National
Sadbhavana award...
NHRC issued notice to Himachal Pradesh government on alarming sex ratio in Una

NHRC issued notice to HP government to give report on depressing state of sex ratio. Sex ratio of
Una district has gone down to 500 girls on 1000 boys.
Manipur Court orders release of human rights activist Irom Sharmila

The District and Sessions Court of Imphal, Manipur ordered release of Irom Sharmila Chanu on 19
August 2014
The BRAIN Initiative: A Project for mapping brain activity

The BRAIN Initiative was in news recently as an Indian neuroscientist Partha Mitra in the United
States was awarded EAGER research grant..
Worlds first Hindu eco-temple Shree Swaminarayan Mandir opened in UK

Worlds first eco-temple, Shree Swaminarayan Mandir opened in United Kingdom that feature solar
panels & rainwater harvesting system.
Mainstreaming Civil Defence in Disaster Risk Reduction Scheme launched

Plan Scheme named Mainstreaming Civil Defence in Disaster Risk Reduction was launched by the
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi.
Senior MP KV Thomas appointed as Chairman of PAC

Prof. Kuruppassery Varkey Thomas, Senior Congress MP of Ernakulum Constituency, Kerala was
appointed as Public Accounts Commission Chairman.
India celebrated 68th Independence Day on 15 August 2014

India celebrated its 68th Independence Day on 15 August 2014, as India became independent nation
from British Rule on 15 August 1947
Landslides struck Japan's Hiroshima prefecture

Landslides struck in Hiroshima prefecture in western Japan. It happened in city's Asaminami and
Asakita wards.
India to be the launch-pad for Amazon's plan to deliver packages using drones

India would be the first launch-pad for Amazons plan to deliver packages using drones or unmanned
aerial vehicles. Amazon...
Squash Legend of Pakistan Hashim Khan died

Squash Legend of Pakistan Hashim Khan died on 18 August 2014. He died due to congestive heart
failure.
ICICI Bank became the first bank in India to launch EMI facility on Debit Card

Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India (ICICI) Bank on 19 August 2014 launched EMI
(equated monthly installments) facility on debit cards.
Chinese authority arrested thousand members of Quannengshen religious cult

Chinese authority on 19 August 2014 arrested thousand members of banned Quannengshen or the
Church of Almighty God religious cult
World-renowned yoga guru B K S Iyengar died

World-renowned yoga guru Bellur Krishnamachar Sundararaja Iyengar died on 20 August 2014. He
died at the age of 96.
Assassination of Rajiv Gandhi authored by Faraz Ahmad released

A book titled Assassination of Rajiv Gandhi: An Inside Job? authored by Faraz Ahmad was released
on 19 August 2014....
UNHRC launched massive aid operation for Iraqis fleeing violence

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHRC) on 19 August 2014 launched one of its
biggest ever humanitarian relief
SC issued notice to government seeking response on amendment of Article 348 of Constitution

The Supreme Court of India on 19 August 2014 issued notice to the Union Government seeking its
response to amend Article 348
World Humanitarian Day observed across the world on 19 August

19 August was observed as World Humanitarian Day to recognise humanitarian personnel and those
who have lost their lives working for humanitarian causes.
Dutch teenager Max Verstappen to become youngest Formula One driver

Max Verstappen of Netherlands will become the youngest Formula One (F1) driver in the F1 history
when he will compete for the 2015 season.
Indian neuroscientist Partha Mitra awarded research grant to map the human brain

Partha Mitra, an Indian neuroscientist in the United States, was awarded Early Concept Grants...
Prime Minister dedicated indigenously built largest warship INS Kolkata to the nation

Prime Minister of India dedicated Indias indigenously designed warship INS Kolkata (D63) to the
nation.
India and Czech Republic signed MoU on technical cooperation in Railway

India signed MoU with Czech Republic on technical cooperation in railway sector. The MoU will be
valid for a period of three years.
The Kurdish Peshmarga Forces: Frontline in the fight against ISIS

The Kurdish Peshmarga Forces were in news recently as they formed the frontline against the Islamic
State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS).
Iranian Poet Simin Behbahani died

Poet Simin Behbahani, the Lioness of Iran, died on 19 August 2014 in Tehran, Iran.
Indo-Pak Foreign Secretary level talks called-off

India on 18 August 2014 called-off the Foreign Secretary-level bilateral talks with Pakistan.
Jammu and Kashmir to host Football Federation Cup in August 2015

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on 18 August 2014 that Jammu and Kashmir will
host Football Federation Cup in August 2015
TCS and Bharti Foundation announced to spend 200 crore rupees for Clean India Campaign

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Bharti Foundation on 18 August 2014 announce to spend 200
crore rupees for Clean India Campaign.
Switzerland amended Federal Act on International Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters

Switzerland in the first week of August 2014 amended Federal Act on International Administrative
Assistance in Tax Matters. The Act governs...
England won the Pataudi Trophy test-series 3-1 against India

England won the 5-match Pataudi Trophy test-series played against India by 3-1. England achieved
the feat after defeating India..
Adille Sumariwala appointed as the Chef-de-Mission for 2014 Asian Games

Adille Sumariwala, President of Athletics Federation of India (AFI), was appointed as the Chef-de-
Mission for Asian Games on 18 August 2014.
Ravi Shastri appointed as the Director of Indian Cricket Team

The Board of Cricket Control India (BCCI) appointed Ravishankar Jayadritha Shastri as the Director of
Indian Cricket Team on 19 August 2014.
SC issued notice to Union Government and States on PIL seeking cigarette and bidi ban

SC issued notice to the Union Government and states on a PIL seeking to ban cigarettes and bidis in
the country.
Roger Federer won Cincinnati Tennis Open

Roger Federer won the won Cincinnati Tennis Open title after defeating David Ferrer 6-3, 1-6, 6-2.
This was 80th career title for Federer.
Founder of Delhi Gymkhana Club Dilbagh Singh died at 81

The founder of Delhi Gymkhana Club Dilbagh Singh died at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife,
two sons and a daughter.
Brazilian presidential candidate Eduardo Campos died

Eduardo Campos, the Brazilian presidential candidate, died on 13 August 2014...
Sri Lankan Batsman Mahela Jayawardene retired from Test Cricket

Mahela Jayawardene, the Sri Lankan batsman and a former captain of the Sri Lankan cricket team...
Government re-launched Varishtha Pension Bima Yojana

Union Government re-launched Varishtha Pension Bima Yojana for the benefit of citizens aged 60-
year and above and provide financial security to them.
Union MoEF gave clearance to Cairn India to raise crude oil production in Rajasthan block

Union Ministry of Environment and Forests gave environment clearance to Cairn India to raise crude
oil production in Rajasthan block.
Rajni Razdan became UPSC Chairperson

Rajni Razdan on 16 August 2014 became the new Chairperson of the Union Public Service
Commission.
Sony Six bagged telecast rights for Champions Tennis League

Sony Six on 12 August 2014 bagged the telecast rights of the first-ever Champions Tennis League
(CTL)...
RBI decided to impose a limit of 3 free transactions per month from other banks ATM

RBI in August 2014 decided to impose a limit of 3 free transactions per month, if a customer
withdraws from other banks...
China unveiled next generation ICBM Dongfeng -41

China on 3 August 2014 unveiled its next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)
Dongfeng 41 (DF-41)...
Rajasthan Government re-launched Bhamashah scheme to empower woman
Nuri al-Maliki resigned as Prime Minister of Iraq

Nuri al-Maliki resigned as the Prime Minister of Iraq on 14 August 2014 and accepted the candidacy
of Dr. Haider al-Abadi,
Maryam Mirzakhani became the first woman to bag Fields Medal

Maryam Mirzakhani, an Iranian born mathematician, became the first woman to win coveted Fields
Medal on 13 August 2014 in Seoul, South Korea.
Fields Medal for the year 2014 awarded

The Fields Medal for the year 2014 was awarded on 13 August 2014 in Seoul, South Korea.
RIMFAX, one of the seven payloads of NASAs Mars 2020 rover mission

RIMFAX, ground-penetrating radar will be used by NASA to study centimeter-scale resolution of the
geologic structure of the subsurface on Mars.
Union Cabinet approved 4 highway projects in J&K to provide all-weather connectivity

Union Cabinet approved 4-highway projects in J&K for all-weather connectivity in the Valley. It also
enhanced the fund allocation by over 8000 crore.
SC gave 2-week time to Union Government for Ganga clean-up roadmap

SC asked the Union Government to come up with a road-map to make river Ganga pollution free
within two-week. The bench headed by Justice TS Thakur.
Kush Kumar became first Indian player to reach semi final of World Junior Squash Championshi

Kush Kumar on 13 August 2014 became the first Indian player to reach the semi-final of World Junior
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Jo Pavey of Great Britain became oldest-ever woman to win Gold in European Championships

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AIADMKs M Thambidurai elected as Lok Sabha Deputy Speaker

M Thambidurai, leader of AIADMK in Lok Sabha, was unanimously elected as Lok Sabha Deputy
Speaker on 13 August 2014.
Sikkim became the most favoured destination for foreign tourists in the NE Region

Sikkim became the most favoured destination for foreign tourists in the North-Eastern (NE) region of
India.
Indian-origin mathematician Manjul Bhargava won Fields Medal

Manjul Bhargava, an Indian-origin mathematician was awarded the prestigious Fields Medal at the
IMU International Congress of Mathematicians in Seoul.
Himachal Pradesh selected to host First Para-gliding World Cup in India

Himachal Pradesh selected to host the Indias first para-gliding World Cup in 2015.
Former RBI Governor Bimal Jalan to head the Expenditure Management Commission

The Union Government decided to appoint former RBI governor Bimal Jalan as the head of the
Expenditure Management Commission on 12 August 2014.
WHO approved the use of experimental drug ZMapp to fight Ebola Virus

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on 12 August 2014 sanctioned the use of experimental drug
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TN Assembly passed Entry into Public Places (Removal of restriction on dress) Bill, 2014

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No Nomination for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award 2014

The selection committee headed by Kapil Dev gave no nominations for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
Award 2014 on 12 August 2014.
Human skull with Copper Crown related to Harappan culture discovered in UP

Human skeleton with copper crown with carnelian beads on its skull was discovered in Chandayan
village of Baghpat district of Uttar Pradesh.
Legendary Burra Katha exponent Daroji Eramma died

Daroji Eramma, one of the last exponents of Burra katha died at a private hospital in Bellary,
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Jaitley, Karan Singh, Sharad Yadav felicitated with Outstanding Parliamentarian Awards

President conferred the Outstanding Parliamentarian Awards on Arun Jaitley, Dr Karan Singh and
Sharad Yadav in New Delhi.
UNHRC appointed members of Commission of Inquiry to probe human rights violations in Gaza

UNHRC appointed three member to its Commission of Inquiry to probe possible war crimes and
human rights violations during conflict in Gaza.
Reshamlal Jangade, the member of First Lok Sabha, Died

Reshamlal Jangade, the veteran politician and a member of the country's first Lok Sabha from
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Miroslav Klose of Germany announced retirement from International Football

Miroslav Klose of Germany announced his retirement from international football on 11 August 2014.
72-hour ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas came into effect in Gaza

The fresh 72-hour ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas came into effect in Gaza one
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SEBI issued KYC Registration Agency (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2014

SEBI KYC Registration Agency (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2014 issued by exercising the
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Union Government introduced Judicial Appointments Commission Bill, 2014 in Lok Sabha

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12 August 2014 was observed as the World Elephant Day. Goal of the day is to create awareness
about plight of African and Asian elephants.
TATA-SIA Airlines brand name to be called Vistara; to start operations from October 2014

Tata-Singapore Airlines (SIA) named its upcoming joint venture airline as Vistara. It will start its
operation from October 2014.
Haider al-Abadi named as New Iraqi Prime Minister

Haider al-Abadi was named as the new Iraqi Prime Minister by Iraqi President Mohammed Fuad
Masum.
Oscar Winning Actor Robin Williams died

Robin Williams, the Oscar-winning actor and comedian died at his home in Tiburon, California. He
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Halong typhoon stuck south-west Japan

Powerful Typhoon Halong smashed large parts of south-west Japan and killed at least 10 people. It
also forced evacuation of millions from their homes.
R Ashwin ranked no. 1 Test all-rounder; India slipped to 4th position: ICC Test Ranking

R Ashwin was ranked number one Test all-rounder in ICC Test team rankings, while Indian team
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Bombay High Court banned Govindas below age of 18-years in Dahi Handi festival

Participation of Govindas below the age of 18-years in Dahi Handi celebration held during Krishna
Janmashtami banned by Bombay High Court.
K.V. Chowdary appointed as new Chairman of Central Board of Direct Taxes

Senior IRS officer K V Chowdary appointed as new Chairman of Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).
Google polluted internet with classified material: Survey of India

Google continued to pollute internet with map results of Indias classified areas even after being
warned.
PM laid the foundation of two hydel projects Chutak and Nimoo Bazgo in J&K

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 12 August 2014 laid the foundation of 44 MW Chutak hydro-
electric project and Nimoo Bazgo project in Jammu and Kashmir.
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United Kingdoms planning academician and Professor, Sir Peter Hall died at University College
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Delhi Police launched Whatsapp helpline to curb corruption

Delhi Police launched Whatsapp helpline to curb corruption, under which one can send audio or
video clips if any cop seeks bribe or harasses a person.
Narendra Modi released a book titled Gujarat's success story in Water Management

Narendra Modi released a book titled Gujarats success story in Water Management authored by
Sriram Vedire.
Telangana Government notified for the Constitution of State Public Service Commission

State government of Telangana notified a Government Order (GO No 43) for constitution of the
Telangana State Public Service Commission (TSPSC).
Switzerland amended Federal Act on International Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters

Switzerland amended Federal Act on International Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters and for
information exchange with foreign countries.
Indian Womens Recurve team won Gold medal at Archery World Cup Stage IV

Indian Womens Recurve team led by Deepika Kumari won gold medal at Archery World Cup Stage
IV in Wroclaw, Poland by defeating Mexican team 6-0.
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Iran-140 Sepahan Air passenger plane crashed near Mehrabad airport, west of Tehran in Iran. 39
passengers died in the crash.
Indian Mens Hockey team defeated Bangladesh to clinch hockey series, 3-0

Indian Mens Hockey team won the three-match hockey series against Bangladesh, 3-0 in Dhaka.
Uttarkhand Government constituted committee on industries using silica dust

Uttarkhand Government constituted a committee headed by S Raju to conduct a detailed survey of
the industries using silica dust in the state.
AIMA Managing India Awards 2014 awards announced

AIMA Managing India Awards 2014 were announced. The awards were given to distinguished and
eminent organization/personality for their contribution.
Munger through the Ages written by late DP Yadav released

Munger through the Ages authored by late DP Yadav released at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Bookss first
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SHERLOC, one of the payloads of NASAs Mars 2020 rover mission

SHERLOC will be used by NASA to determine fine-scale mineralogy and detect organic compounds
on Mars from 2021 onwards.
Didier Drogba, the striker of Ivory Coast announced retirement from International football

Ivory Coast Striker, Didier Drogba announced retirement from international football. He has played
in three World Cups for Ivory Coast.
US launched air strike against Islamic militants in Iraq

Two F/A-18 aircraft of US dropped 500-pound laser-guided bombs on mobile artillery near Erbil after
militants conquered Qaraqosh town of Iraq.
Former Hockey Captain Ajitpal Singh to head Dronacharya Award Selection Committee

Three-time Olympian and former Hockey Captain Ajitpal Singh was selected as the Chairman of the
Dronacharya Award Selection Committee
Kapil Dev to head Arjuna Awards Selection Committee

Former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev Nikhanj was selected as the Chairperson of the Arjuna Awards
Selection Committee
US based Drug Company Mapp Biopharmaceutical made available drug ZMapp to treat Ebola

Mapp Biopharmaceutical in the first week of August 2014, made available the drug ZMapp to treat
Ebola.
WHO declared Ebola as Global Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Ebola as Global Health Emergency.
Qaraqosh, Iraq's largest Christian town seized by ISIS militants

Militants of Islamic State group seized Iraqs largest Christian town, Qaraqosh and surrounding
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Strictly Personal, Manmohan and Gursharan written by Daman Singh

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August 2014.
Botnets used by Russian Hackers to hack 1.2 billion Internet Passwords

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Aboriginal Martu of Australia helped kangaroos thrive

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Union Government introduced two Labour Reform Bills in Lok Sabha

Union Labour and Employment Minister Narendra Singh Tomar tabled two Labour Reform Bills in the
Lok Sabha
Lok Sabha Speaker formed Parliament security panel

Lok Sabha speaker Sumitra Mahajan constituted a committee to review Parliamentary security. RK
Singh is the head of the panel.
Corridor of Life to transport organs between Delhi and Gurgaon

Delhi Police and Gurgaon Police on 5 August 2014 transformed the distance between IGI Airport and
Fortis in Gurgaon into Corridor of Life.
RBI issued drafted guidelines for implementation of Bharat Bill Payment System

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 7 August 2014 issued draft guidelines for implementation of
Bharat Bill Payment System
UK destroyed Syrian chemical weapon at Ellesmere Port

UK has announced that it has destroyed 190 metric tonnes of chemical stockpil of Syrian Arab
Republic at a commercial facility in Ellesmere Port.
Supreme Court ordered status quo on the management of Haryana gurudwaras

The Supreme Court on 7 August 2014 directed the Haryana government to maintain status quo on
the control of 50-odd gurudwaras in the state.
Rosetta became first ever spacecraft to orbit a Comet named 67P

Rosetta of European Space Agency on 6 August 2014 became first ever spacecraft to reach a Comet
Tamil Nadu Entry into Public Places (Removal of restriction on dress) Bill, 2014 introduced

Tamil Nadu Entry into Public Places (Removal of restriction on dress) Bill, 2014 introduced in state
Assembly.
Edward Snowden granted three-year residence in Russia

Former US intelligence contractor turned whistleblower, Edward Snowden was granted a three-year
residence permit to remain in Russia.
Jeet Bahadur, the godson of PM Narendra Modi, reunited with his family in Nepal

Jeet Bahadur Maru Sagar, the godson of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was reunited with his family
in Kathmandu, Nepal
India equaled world record of maximum number of 6 ducks in a Test innings

India equaled world record of maximum number of 6 ducks in a Test innings. It was achieved on first
day of the Manchester Test played against England.
Construction Work of Worlds tallest Railway Bridge began at Noney in Manipur

The construction work of the worlds tallest railway bridge began on 28 July 2014 near Noney in
Manipur, India
Robert Frederick Panara, pioneer of Deaf Studies Died

Robert Frederick Panara, the poineer of deaf studies died in Rochester, US on 20 July 2104 due to
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Massive landslide struck Sindhupalchok district of Nepal

A massive landslide struck Sindhupalchok district of Nepal and blocked Sunkoshi River. It claimed
lives of at least 156 people.
Liberia declared state of Emergency over outbreak of Ebola Virus

Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf on 6 August 2014 declared a state of emergency over the
outbreak of Ebola Virus.
40 children of Yazidi community died in ISIS attack in Sinjar in Iraq: UNICEF

Yazidi Community: 40 children died in ISIS attack
Union Cabinet raised the FDI limit in Defence sector from 26 percent to 49 percent

Union Cabinet on 6 August 2014 raised the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit in Defence sector
from 26 percent to 49 percent.
Justice Dr. Manjula Chellur sworn in as Chief Justice of Calcutta HC

Justice Dr. Manjula Chellur took oath as the first woman Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court on 5
August 2014
WFI suspended international wrestling referee Virender Malik

International wrestling referee Virender Malik was suspended by the Wrestling Federation of India
on charges of sexual assault during 2014 CWG.
Artwork titled Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red unveiled in London to commemorate World War I

The artwork titled Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red was unveiled at Tower of London to
commemorate the centenary of World War I
Health Ministry asked Airports to set up Ebola check posts to screen passengers from W Africa

Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan asked all Indian airports to setup Ebola check posts to
screen passengers from West Africa
Vladimir Putin signed decree baning imports of agricultural products from West

Russian President signed decree that bans imports of agricultural products from all countries that
have imposed sanctions on Russia over Ukraine crisis.
Union Cabinet approved the Juvenile Justice Bill, 2014 to amend the Juvenile Justice Act, 2000

The Union cabinet on 6 August 2014 approved the Bill to amend the Juvenile Justice (JJ) Act, 2000.
Securities Laws Amendment Bill, 2014 passed in Lok Sabha by voice vote

Lok Sabha passed the Securities Laws (Amendment) Bill 2014 by voice vote. Bill empowers SEBI to
crackdown on fraudulent investment schemes.
SC asked for latest data on steps taken to curb Female Foeticide from all states

A Supreme Court Bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra on 3 August 2014 asked from all States as
well as the Centre the data of female foeticide.
Mizoram Governor Kamla Beniwal removed

President removed Kamla Beniwal, the governor of Mizoram on 6 August 2014. She was sacked two
months before her tenure was supposed to end.
USA Media Company Gannett decided to spin off its Publishing Business

USA based, the Gannett Company announced that it will spin off its print operations including USA
Today from its digital and broadcasting business
Egypt launched construction work of a new Suez Canal

Egypt launched construction work of a new Suez Canal with an aim to speed up the traffic along the
existing waterway and boost countries economy.
Angela Nemeth, the 1968 Olympic javelin champion died

The 1968 Olympic javelin champion of Hungary, Angela Nemeth, died after a long illness. She was
68.
China decided to ban use of Coal in Beijing By 2020

Beijing's Municipal Environmental Protection Bureau announced the plans to ban coal use in Beijing
by the end of 2020
Royal Society honoured the geneticist Sir Alec Jeffreys with Copley Medal 2014

The geneticist Prof Sir Alec Jeffreys, discoverer of DNA fingerprinting, awarded with Copley Medal
2014 by Royal Society of London.
Blencathra Mountains purchase bid by Lakshmi Mittal Sparks Protests

Blencathra Mountain in Britain was in news due to bid made by Indian steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal
to buy the mountain range
Light Out Project unveiled in Britain to commemorate 100 years of First World War

Lights Out Project was unveiled on 4 August 2014 across Britain to commemorate 100 years of First
World War (WW-1).
Pran, the Creator of Chacha Chowdhury died at 75

Pran the creator of cartoon character, Chacha died due to cancer of the intestine. He was 75.
US Congress approved a Bill of 225 Million US dollars to restore Israels Iron Dome

US Congress approved a bill to provide help of 225 million US dollars to Israel for repairing Iron
Dome anti-missile defence system.
Senior Advocate Gopal Subramanium withdrew as amicus curiae in Padmanabhaswamy Temple Case

Gopal Subramanium, former Solicitor-General withdrew as amicus curiae in Padmanabhaswamy
Temple Case
Union government put on hold all new defence procurements from Italian Finmeccannica group

India put on hold all defence procurements from the Italian company Finmeccannica and its affiliate
firms in the wake of an alleged chopper scam.
Prasar Bharati and Deutsche Welle signed MoU for distribution of DD's overseas India channel

For distribution of Doordarshans overseas India channel, DD India on a DTH platform, Prasar Bharti
inked MoU with Deutsche Welle of Germany.
Xavi, the Spanish midfielder retired from international football

Spanish midfielder Xavi announced his retirement from International football. He represented his
country for a record 133 times.
UP and Gujarat Governor given additional charge of Rajasthan and Goa

UP Governor Ram Naik and Gujarat Governor Om Prakash Kohli were given additional charge of
Rajasthan and Goa, respectively.
Ex-IFS officer Arvind Gupta appointed as Deputy NSA

Arvind Gupta, former Indian Foreign Service officer, was appointed as Deputy National Security
Adviser (NSA) on 4 August 2014.
P Kashyap became third Indian to win Gold medal in Badminton at Commonwealth Games

Parupalli Kashyap on 3 August 2014 became the third Indian to win Gold medal in Badminton at
Commonwealth Games
PM of India Narendra Modi offered prayers at Pashupatinath Temple in Kathmandu

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on 4 August 2014 offered prayers at Pashupatinath Temple,
Kathmandu during his two days
Bharathiya Mahila Bank Ltd bagged the Core Banking System Initiative Award-2014

Bharatiya Mahila Bank Ltd bagged the Core Banking System Initiative Award for the year 2014 at the
Asian Banking and Finance - Retail Banking Awards 2014
Syndicate Bank CMD SK Jain suspended for allegedly receiving bribe

Syndicate Bank Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) SK Jain was suspended by Union
government on 4 August 2014
NCW Chairperson Mamta Sharma demitted office

Mamta Sharma, Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW) demitted office on 1
August 2014.
Sayeeda Warsi resigned from British government over Gaza conflict

Foreign Office minister of Britain Baroness Warsi resigned from the government in protest at its
policy on Gaza terming it, morally indefensible.
MOXIE, one of the payloads of NASAs Mars 2020 rover mission, to generate Oxygen on Mars

Mars Oxygen ISRU Experiment (MOXIE) will be used by NASA to generate Oxygen on Mars from
Martian atmospheric CO2.
Italian researchers decoded the language of African Penguins for the first time

Team of researchers led by Dr Livio Favaro in Italy decoded the language of African penguins (jackass
penguin) make six distinct calls to communicate.
Longtoushan Township of Chinas Yunnan province jolted with earthquake of magnitude 6.1

Earthquake of magnitude of 6.1 on Richter scale struck Longtoushan Township of Zhaotong City in
southwest Yunnan Province of China.
NASA announced to launch Mars 2020 rover mission in 2020 to examine habitability of Mars
environment

NASA has announced that it will send a new rover Mars 2020 mission capable of making oxygen on
the red planet with the help of MOXIE.
Union Government granted Navratna Status to CONCOR

Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) accorded Navratna Status by the Department of
Public Enterprises.
New museum in Rashtrapati Bhavan opened for public

A new audio-visual museum in Rashtrapati Bhavan was opened for the public on 1 August 2014 after
President Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the museum.
Union Defence Ministry allowed armed forces to do business with the Rolls Royce

The Union Defence Ministry on 3 August 2014 allowed armed forces to do business related to
essential requirements with the Rolls Royce.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Nepal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded two day visit to Nepal on 4 August 2014.
Pune landslide: GSI in preliminary report accused excessive irrigation as cause

Preliminary report of GSI pointed deforestation and leveling of ground for cultivation as primary
cause for landslide in Malin village, Pune.
Ramon Magsaysay Award 2014 announced

The prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Awards for year 2014 was announced on 31 July 2014.
China took strict measures to Regulate GM Crops

Chinas Ministry of decided to regulate sales and growth of Genetically Modified (GM) crops in the
country.
England topped the Medal Tally at 2014 Commonwealth Games

England on the concluding day 3 August 2014 topped the medal table at 20th Commonwealth
Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
100 years of the outbreak of First World War observed across the globe

100 years of the outbreak of First World War (WW-1) was observed across the globe on 4 August
2014.
Union Ministry of HRD set up Hari Gautam Committee to review the status of UGC

The Union Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD) on 3 August 2014 set up a four member
committee to review the present status of UGC.
2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games concluded; India finished 5th with 64 medals

XX Commonwealth Games, Glasgow 2014 came to an end on 3 August 2014 at Hampden Park
stadium. The game saw 17 sports in a competition of 11 day.
Scientists identified new species of Australian humpback dolphin Sousa Sahulensis

Scientists identified a new species of Australian humpback dolphin with the scientific name Sousa
Sahulensis.
Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 struck southwest Yunnan province of China

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on Richter scale jolted southwest Yunnan province of China. This was
the strongest earthquake to hit the province in 14years.
Guitar legend Dick Wagner died at 71

Legendary rock guitarist of Alice Cooper, Dick Wagner died on due to respiratory failure in Arizona.
He was 71.
Vikas Gowda of Karnataka won gold medal in men's athletics

Vikas Gowda of Karnataka became the first person to win a gold medal for India in Men's Athletics in
Commonwealth Games after Milkha Singh.
Submit proposal to fast-track criminal justice system: SC to Centre

SC urged the Government to come up with a proposal to fast-track the Criminal justice delivery
system in India. It needs the proposal within a month.
RBI canceled the Licence of The Vasavi Co-operative Urban Bank Ltd., Hyderabad

RBI has cancelled licence of The Vasai Co-operative Urban Bank Hyderabad. The order has been
made effective from the close of business on 14 July 2014.
Muzaffar Ali selected for Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award

Muzaffar Ali has been selected for Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award for his contribution
towards promotion of Communal harmony, peace and goodwill.
Bachendri Pal conferred Bharat Gaurav by East Bengal Club

East Bengal Club conferred its highest honour of merit, Bharat Gaurav to Bachendri Pal, the first
Indian woman mountaineer to scale Mount Everest.
SC allowed Subrata Roy to use conference room in Tihar for asset sale talks

Supreme Court has allowed Subrata Roy to use conference room of Tihar to negotiate sale of his
properties with prospective buyers.
Deputy National Security Adviser Nehchal Sandhu resigned

Deputy National Security Adviser Nehchal Sandhu resigned on 30 July 2014.
Dipa Karmakar became first Indian woman gymnast to win medal in Commonwealth Games

Dipa Karmakar on 31 July 2014 became the first Indian woman gymnast and second person of the
country to win a medal
Punjab Government agreed to Ghanas offer of land to Punjab farmers

Punjab Deputy Chief Minister Sukhbir Singh Badal on 31 July 2014 agreed to Ghanas proposal of
land to Punjab farmers
Heavy downpour caused landslide in the Malin Village near Pune

Heavy downpour on 30 July 2014 caused landslide in Malin Village of Ambegaon Taluka killing 41
peoples.
One Life is Not Enough written by Natwar Singh released

Natwar Singhs autobiography entitled One Life is Not Enough was published. The book has revealed
much information about Sonia Gandhi.
Monsoon deficit dipped to 22 percent, monsoon 90 percent of the normal in July 2014

Monsoon deficit for the month of July 2014 dipped to 22% according to the data released by the
Indian Meteorological Department on 31 July 2014.
SS Mundra took charge as fourth RBI Deputy Governor

SS Mundra took charge as fourth deputy governor of RBI. He was appointed by the government for
three years.
Sierra Leone declared Ebola public health emergency

President of Sierra Leone Ernest Bai Koroma on 30 July 2014 declared a public health emergency in
Sierra Leone to curb the deadly Ebola outbreak.
Arunachal Pradesh District Planning Committee (Amendment) Bill, 2014 passed in Assembly

Arunachal Pradesh Assembly has passed the Arunachal Pradesh District Planning Committee
(Amendment) Bill, 2014.
CBI registered PE against Google over Mapathon 2013 for jeopardising national security
Published on: 31-JUL-2014

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on 28 July 2014 registered a preliminary enquiry (PE)
against Internet giant Google over Mapathon 2013...

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