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National News
Maharashtra Govt Signs MoU with Germany’s Hesse for Investment, Innovation & Skills
- In August 2026, the Government of Maharashtra and the German State of Hesse signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in areas including investment, industry, innovation, employment and skill development.
- The MoU was signed by Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister (CM), Maharashtra and Boris Rhein, Minister-President of Hesse, at Sahyadri Guest House, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
About Maharashtra
- Capital: Mumbai
- Chief minister: Devendra Fadnavis
- Governor: Jishnu Dev Varma
Odisha govt launches ‘Bidesh Sikhyabruti’ scheme to fund foreign higher education for SC, ST students
- The Odisha government on 24th August launched the “Bidesh Sikhyabruti” scholarship scheme to provide financial assistance to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students aspiring to pursue higher education at top-ranked global universities.
- Each beneficiary under the scheme will receive financial assistance of up to ₹25 lakh per annum. The scholarship is designed to offer comprehensive financial coverage, taking care of tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses, international travel, medical insurance, and other incidental costs.
Note: About Odisha
- Capital: Bhubaneswar
- Chief minister: Mohan Charan Majhi
- Governor: Hari Babu Kambhampati
International News
US Launches Operation Economic Outcast Against Iran
- Six months into the West Asia war, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has launched “Operation Economic Outcast”, a sustained campaign aimed at cutting off Iran’s financial lifelines.
- The new sectoral sanctions target digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping, while more than 60 entities, individuals and vessels accused of helping Tehran generate oil revenue, procure nuclear and missile technology and conduct cyber operations have also been sanctioned.
Major U.S. Operations Involving Iran
- Operation Epic Fury (2026)
- Operation Economic Outcast (2026)
- Strait of Hormuz Campaign (2026)
- Operation Earnest Will (1987–1988)
- Operation Eagle Claw (1980)
Five African countries mark end of polio outbreak: WHO
- The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa confirmed the end of poliovirus type 2 outbreaks in Burundi, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, the Republic of Congo and Uganda following Independent Outbreak Response Assessment (OBRA) conducted between January and June 2026.
- The assessments examined disease surveillance, laboratory and epidemiological evidence, population immunity and vaccination campaign performance.
Note: About WHO
- Founded: April 7, 1948.
- Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.
- Member States: 194 countries.
- Director-General: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Banking & Financial
Punjab National Bank inks pact with Indian Army to offer curated credit cards to army personnel
- Punjab National Bank and the Indian Army have signed an exclusive memorandum of understanding. This partnership will offer two specialised credit cards for Army personnel.
- These cards provide benefits like cashback and airport lounge access. Under the partnership, PNB will offer the PNB LUXURA Metal Credit Card for Army officers and the PNB Parakram Credit Card for Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) and other ranks personnel.
About PNB
- CEO & MD: Shri Ashok Chandra
- Tagline: The name you can bank upon
- Headquarters: New Delhi, India
Awards
Kerala’s Kaziah Liz Mejo Crowned Miss Universe India 2026
- Kerala’s 19-year-old Kaziah Liz Mejo was crowned the prestigious Miss Universe India 2026 at the grand finale held at Zee Studios in Jaipur on 24th August.
- Mejo beat 52 finalists from across the country to win the title. During the grand finale, Miss Universe India 2025 Manika Vishwakarma crowned her successor.
- Kaziah will now represent India at the 75th Miss Universe pageant, which will be held in Puerto Rico in November.
- 1st Runner-up / Miss International India 2026 is Vaishnavi Gannesh (Tamil Nadu) and 2nd Runner-up is Anushri Satavlekar (Gujarat).
Note:
- Femina Miss India World 2026: Sadhvi Sail
- 72nd Miss World 2025: Opal Suchata Chuangsri (Thailand)
- 74th Miss Universe 2025 : Fátima Bosch (Mexico)
Defence News
India Test-Fires First 100% Indigenous AK-203 ‘Sher’ Rifle In Amethi
India successfully test-fired its first 100% indigenous AK-203 assault rifle, named ‘Sher’, built entirely with domestic components and input materials at the Korwa Ordnance Facility in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.
About ‘Sher’ Rifle
- Manufacturer: Produced by Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), a joint venture in Amethi.
- Indigenisation: Achieved 100% domestic sourcing for every part, moving past local assembly of imported kits.
- Purpose: Designed to replace the ageing INSAS 5.56 mm rifles in the Indian Armed Forces.
- Production Goal: The facility aims for a production rate of one rifle every 100 seconds, with over 6 lakh units planned for the military.
Sports News
Lando Norris Won the Dutch Grand Prix 2026
- Lando Norris won the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. The victory marked his second consecutive Formula 1 win. Kimi Antonelli finished second, while George Russell secured third place.
- Lando Norris is a British racing driver who competes in Formula One for
2026 F1 Grand Prix Winner
- Austrian Grand Prix – George Russell (Britian)
- Barcelona-Catalunya Prix – Ferrari’ s Lewis Hamilton (Britain)
- Monaco Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
- Canadian Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
- Miami Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
- Japanese Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
- British Grand Prix: Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) (Monaco)
India’s Grandmaster Pranesh M wins Chess Kanizsa Open title in Hungary
- India’s 19-year-old Grandmaster Pranesh M (from Karaikudi in Tamil Nadu) emerged as the champion in the prestigious Kanizsa Open 2026 in Nagykanizsa, Hungary, securing the Group A title with a superb performance.
- In the ninth and final round of the tournament, Pranesh defeated Vadim Petrovskiy of Germany with white pieces. Pranesh has a rating of 2673 and is ranked 44th in the latest FIDE Rankings of August 2026.
Latest 5 Indian Grandmasters
- 98th GM: S. Aswath (July 2026) – From Tamil Nadu
- 97th GM: Harshavardhan G.B. (June 2026) – From Chennai
- 96th GM: Ethan Vaz (2026) – From Goa.
- 95th GM: Aronyak Ghosh (2026) – From Kolkata
- 94th GM: Mayank Chakraborty (2026) – From Assam
India Open 2028 shifted to Guwahati
- India Open Super 750 tournament will be shifted to Guwahati for the 2028 edition due to clash with Republic Day in New Delhi, Badminton Association of India secretary Sanjay confirmed on 24th August.
- The tournament, usually held at the IG Indoor Stadium in New Delhi, will move to the National Center of Excellence of Badminton in Guwahati for one season due to the dates clashing with the celebration of the Republic Day in the capital city.
Science
India aims to establish space station by 2035, first Bharatiya Antariksha Station module
- India is working to establish its own space station by 2035, with the first module of the proposed Bharatiya Antariksha Station (BAS) already approved, ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan said on 24th August.
- Speaking at the third National Space Day celebrations in Ahmedabad, Narayanan said India’s space programme has expanded significantly since its launch 64 years ago, with space-based applications now being used across more than 50 areas that directly benefit citizens.
Sophie Adenot Becomes First French Woman to Walk in Space
- European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot has officially made history as the first French woman to walk in space.
- During U.S. Spacewalk 97 outside the International Space Station, Adenot spent over six hours performing maintenance, marking a major milestone for European spaceflight.
Important Day
26 August 2026: Women’s Equality Day
- Women’s Equality Day is observed annually on August 26, commemorating the 1920 adoption of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which secured women the right to vote.
- Gender equality is a long and continuing journey. Women’s Equality Day, August 26, is a day to celebrate the achievements of women, acknowledge the barriers that remain, and renew collective efforts to create a world where opportunities are not determined by gender.
- Theme 2026: “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,
26 August 2026: Happy Onam
- Onam is Keralam’s largest and most vibrant harvest festival. A 10-day harvest festival starting with Atham on August 17 and culminating on Thiruvonam on August 26, 2026.
- it is celebrated during the month of Chingam according to the Malayalam solar calendar, which corresponds to August-September. The festival marks a period of abundance, unity, and cultural pride, bringing people together from all walks of life.
- According to mythology, the festival honours the return of King Mahabali, a wise and generous ruler who once governed Keralam. His reign was considered a golden era filled with prosperity and joy. Seeing his growing power, the Gods sought help from Lord Vishnu, who assumed the form of a dwarf named Vamana.
Book & Author
Arindam Chaudhuri announces the launch of his next book ‘Africa Before America’
- In August 2026, Dr. Arindam Chaudhuri, Management thinker, author and education entrepreneur, launched his new book Africa Before America, which explores historical perspectives on Africa’s role and significance before the rise of modern America.
- It represents his vision of a developed and egalitarian global society, focusing on reducing global income inequalities, promoting economic growth and human development in Africa, and creating a more equal world order.
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