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National News
New Flag and Insignia of Supreme Court
- President Droupadi Murmu unveiled a new flag and insignia for the Supreme Court to commemorate its 75th anniversary in New Delhi.
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State Special
Integrated Mithun Farming for Enhancing Farmers
- Governor of Arunachal Pradesh Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.) inaugurated the two-day National Seminar on ‘Integrated Mithun Farming for Enhancing Farmers’ Income in the North Eastern Region of India’, held as a part of the ‘Mithun Day’ celebration in Itanagar.
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Vedic-3D Museum
- The Uttar Pradesh government will construct a Vedic-3D museum in Varanasi at the main building of the Sampurnanand Sanskrit University.
- The state of the art museum will be dedicated to Indian astrology, astronomy, and Vedic literature.
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International News
Visa Amnesty Program by UAE
- The United Arab Emirates has launched a sweeping two-month visa amnesty program, offering a crucial opportunity for individuals residing illegally in the country to regularise their status or depart without penalties.
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Hvaldimir
- Hvaldimir, a beluga whale that was suspected as a Russian spy, was found dead in southern Norway.
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Art and Culture
Fingerprints found at Kaserua Khera
- Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has found fingerprints on painted grey ware (PGW) along with a lotus flower figure in white colour, during the second phase of excavation at Kaserua Khera in Palwal district.
- ASI said that the archaeological remains found here are about 3000 years old, i.e. they are contemporary to the Mahabharata period.
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Sports
Paris Paralympics 2024
- Indian Para Athlete Preethi Pal secured another medal, clinching a Bronze medal in the Women’s 200 metres – T35 Final. She became the first track and field Indian Woman Para Athlete to win two medals at the Paralympics.
- Indian athlete Nishad Kumar won a silver medal with an effort of 2.04 metre in Men’s High Jump – T47 event.
Medals in Paralympic Games 2024 till 1st Sept
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Tuanku Muhriz Trophy 2024
- In the Squash, Abhay Singh of India defeated Tsz Kwan Lau of Hong Kong to clinch his tenth PSA Tour title in Seremban, Malaysia.
About Malaysia
| Capital: Kuala Lumpur | Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) | Official language: Malay or Bahasa |
14th Hockey India Congress
- The 14th Hockey India Congress was held in Lucknow with the participation of representatives from all 31 state member units.
About Hockey India
| Estb: 2009 | HQ: New Delhi | President: Dilip Kumar Tirkey |
Asian Cadet and Junior Judo Championships 2024
- India’s Himanshi Tokas clinched the Silver medal in the Women’s 63-kilogram event, in Mungyeong, South Korea.
About South Korea
| Capital: Seoul | Currency: South Korean won | President: Yoon Suk Yeol |
Deaf Shooting Championship 2024
- India secured a total of four medals including one gold, two silver, and one bronze, at Deaf Shooting Championship, in Hanover, Germany.
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Awards and Honours
Sangeetha Kala Vibhushan Lifetime Achievement Award
- Maharashtra Governor C. P. Radhakrishnan honoured veteran Nadaswaram exponent Seshampatti Sri T. Sivalingam with the Sangeetha Kala Vibhushan Lifetime Achievement Award at the Nadaswara Thiruvizha programme in Mumbai.
Person in News
Sharath Kamal
- Sharath Kamal was announced as the first Indian ambassador of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Foundation.
About ITTF
| Formation: 1926 | HQ: Lausanne, Switzerland | President: Petra Sörling |
Kirti Pandey
- Professor Kirti Pandey appointed as Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission chief.
Important Days
World Coconut Day
- World Coconut Day is observed annually on September 2, to raise awareness about the numerous advantages of coconuts worldwide.
- Theme: "Coconut for a Circular Economy: Building Partnership for Maximum Value"