Current Affairs: Daily GK Update 12th August 2017
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11th August Current Affairs
The International Youth Day: 12 August
The International Youth Day was observed across the world on 12 August with the theme ‘Youth Building Peace’
Telangana Government Launches ‘Smart Streets Lab’ in Hyderabad
The government of Telangana in association with the World Resources Institute (WRI) India – Ross Centre and the Indian School of Business (ISB) launched the ‘Smart Streets Lab’ program.
Govt launches Indian National Anthem video in sign language
The Human Resource Development (HRD) Ministry has launched a new video of the National Anthem in sign language, featuring disabled and partially disabled children announced on 10th of August 2017.It is directed by veteran filmmaker Govind Nihalani. The 3-minute video features film star Amitabh Bachchan along with physically challenged children performing the anthem in sign language with the Red Fort in the background.
Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana (AGEY) Launched
The Government of India has decided to launch a new sub-scheme named “Aajeevika Grameen Express Yojana (AGEY)” as part of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM).AGEY will be initially implemented in 250 Blocks in the country on Pilot basis.
International Affairs
Pakistan’s ‘Mother Teresa’ Dr Ruth pfau dies
Dr Ruth Pfau, a German doctor popularly known as Pakistan’s ‘Mother Teresa’ for dedicating her life to eradicate leprosy in the country passed away on August 10, 2017 in Karachi.
Banking & Finance
Canara Bank launches two new digital services
On August 10, 2017, Canara Bank unveiled two new digital services for online payments. Bharat QR (Quick Response) for payment settlement at merchant locations and Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS), an integrated bill payment system for net banking customers.
Appointment
Prasoon Joshi as Chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
The Centre has appointed lyricist Prasoon Joshi as Chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for a period of three years. Mr. Joshi has replaced former Chairman Pahlaj Nihalani.
Milkha Singh appointed WHO Goodwill Ambassador
Legendary Indian athlete Milkha Singh has been appointed WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Physical Activity in South-East Asia Region. He will promote WHO South-East Asia Region’s NCD (non-communicable diseases) Prevention and Control Action Plan which seeks to reduce the level of insufficient physical activity by 10 percent and NCDs by 25 percent by 2025
Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta has been re-elected as President
In Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta has been re-elected as President following the election. Election Commission Head Wafula Chebukati announced in Nairobi that Kenyatta got 54.27 per cent votes beating his rival Raifa Odinga who got 44.74 per cent of votes.
Jet Airways Appoints Vinay Dube as CEO
Jet Airways India Ltd named Vinay Dube as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Dilip Asbe Appointed as Acting Chief Executive of NPCI
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has appointed Dilip Asbe to act as its chief executive officer in the wake of the retirement of A. P. Hota, its founding managing director.
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