Current Affaies

Pak Army chief Gen Raheel Sharif appointed as mediator to defuse political crisis
Published on: 30-AUG-2014

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...
Noted Historian Bipan Chandra died
Important for Exam: 38 people agreed
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.)
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
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 fieldsONGC 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.
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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.
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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.
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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 2 nd 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 Delhi2021.
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.
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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 (DF41)...
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 alAbadi,
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 Squash
Championship.
Jo Pavey of Great Britain became oldest-ever woman to win Gold in European Championships
Jo Pavey of Great Britain became the oldest-ever woman to win a Gold medal in European Championships...
Delhi University professor Dr. Sunil Kumar received Global South Award of IPSA
Delhi University professor Dr. Sunil Kumar on 13 August 2014 received Global South Award given by International
Political Science Association (IPSA)
AP Government decided to make Vijayawada ad hoc capital
Andhra Pradesh Government on 12 August 2014 decided to make Vijayawada its ad hoc capital...
Goalkeeping great Vladimir Beara of Croatia died at 85
Goalkeeping great Vladimir Beara of Croatia died in city Split of Croatia on 11 August 2014. He died after a series of
strokes...
Real Madrid won UEFA Super Cup in Cardiff

Real Madrid FC won the UEFA Football Super Cup, the first European silverware of the season by defeating Sevilla
Football Club, 2-0 in Cardiff, Wales.
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 ZMapp to fight
against Ebola as the death toll increased.
TN Assembly passed Entry into Public Places (Removal of restriction on dress) Bill, 2014
The Tamil Nadu assembly collectively passed Tamil Nadu Entry into Public Places (Removal of Restrictions on Dress)
Bill, 2014...
Burra Katha, a Folk Art form of Storytelling
Burra Katha was in news because one of the last exponents of Burra Katha passed away on 12 August 2014.
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, Karnataka. She was 84.
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 undivided Madhya
Pradesh, died
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 minute after
midnight on 11 August 2014.
SEBI issued KYC Registration Agency (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2014
SEBI KYC Registration Agency (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2014 issued by exercising the power conferred to
it by Section 30 of SEBI Act, 1992.
Union Government introduced Judicial Appointments Commission Bill, 2014 in Lok Sabha
The Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on 11 August 2014 introduced Judicial Appointments Commission Bill,
2014...
MEDA, one of the payloads of NASAs Mars 2020 rover mission
MEDA would be used by NASA to measure temperature, wind speed and direction, pressure, relative humidity and
dust size and shape on Mars.
World Elephant Day observed across the world on 12 August
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 was 63.
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 slipped to fourth
position in the rankings.
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.
Sir Peter Geoffrey Hall, the Urban Town Planner died at 82
United Kingdoms planning academician and Professor, Sir Peter Hall died at University College Hospital, London. He
was 82.
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.
Iran-140 Sepahan Air passenger plane crashed near Mehrabad airport
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 copy was
received by President of India.
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 areas.
Strictly Personal, Manmohan and Gursharan written by Daman Singh
A book Strictly Personal, Manmohan and Gursharan written by Daman Singh was published on 5 August 2014.
Botnets used by Russian Hackers to hack 1.2 billion Internet Passwords
A Gang of Russian Hackers based in a small city in South Central Russia, the region flanked by Kazakhstan and
Mongolia...
Aboriginal Martu of Australia helped kangaroos thrive
Aboriginal Martu peoples of Australia were in news in the first week of August 2014.
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 50odd 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 heart ailments.
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 (WW1).
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
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Krishak Express and Lucknow-Barauni express collided near Gorakhpur station
Published on: 01-OCT-2014
Lucknow Barauni express and Maduadih-Lucknow Krishak Express collided near Gorakhpur station at Nandnagar
railway crossing.
Union Commerce Ministry cancelled approvals of nine SEZs
Published on: 30-SEP-2014
The Union Commerce Ministry on 29 September 2014 cancelled approvals of nine special economic zones (SEZs),
including that of Hindalco Industries, Essar and Adani.
WWF released Living Planet Report 2014

World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on 30 September 2014 released the Living Planet Report 2014. The theme of the report
is Species and Spaces, People and Places.
UN ESCAP released Asia-Pacific Trade and Investment Report 2014
United Nations ESCAP released Asia-Pacific Trade and Investment Report 2014.
Indo-US Combined military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2014 concluded in Uttarakhand
The India-US Combined Military Training Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2014 held at Ranikhet in Uttarakhand.
Afghanistan signed Bilateral Security Agreement with the US
Afghanistan on 30 September 2014 signed Bilateral Security Agreement (BSA) with the US with an aim to allow some
US troops to remain in the country till 2015.
Kotak Mahindra Bank acquired 15 percent stake of FTIL in MCX for 459 crore rupees
Kotak Mahindra Bank on 29 September 2014 acquired 15 percent stake of Financial Technologies (India) Ltd (FTIL)
in Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) for 459 crore rupees.
Former International cricket umpire Mohammad Ghouse died
Former International cricket umpire Mohammad Ghouse died on 29 September 2014 following a brief illness.
AP Government signed MoU with Google India for Digital AP project
The AP Government on 29 September 2014 signed the Memorandum of Understanding with Google India.
Year-Long Centenary Commemoration of Komagata Maru Incident Inaugurated
The centenary commemoration of Komagata Maru Incident was inaugurated on 29 September 2014.
Third Global Citizen Festival held in New York
Third Global Citizen Festival was held at the Central Park in New York.
RBI announced fourth Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2014-15
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced fourth Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement on 30 September 2014.
Tata motors Limited appointed Mayank Pareek as president of Passenger Vehicle Division
Tata Motors Limited on 29 September 2014 appointed Mayank Pareek as president of Passenger Vehicle Division.
Auto Portal Cardekho acquired Gaadi.com for 11 million US dollar

Auto Portal Cardekho on 29 September 2014 acquired Gaadi.com.
India and the US issued Vision Statement to boost strategic ties
India and the United States issued Vision Statement titled Chalein Saath-Saath: Forward Together We Go to boost
strategic ties
World Tourism Day observed across the world
World Tourism Day observed across the world on 27 September with the theme of Tourism and Community
Development.
Bhagat Singhs last surviving sister Bibi Prakash Kaur died
Bibi Prakash Kaur, the last surviving real sister of martyr Bhagat Singh died on 28 September 2014.
Himachal Pradesh government introduced Cage Culture Technique for fish farming
Himachal Pradesh government introduced Cage Culture technique of fish farming in water bodies created by the HP
Mid-Himalayan Watershed Development Project.
Muthuraman Vice Chairman of Tata Steel retired
B Muthuraman, Vice-Chairman of Tata Steel and chairman of Tata International was retired.
Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa held guilty in disproportionate assets case
Special Court in Bangalore found Jayalalithaa guilty in the disproportionate assets case and jailed her for 4 years and
a fine of 100 crore rupees.
Europe won 40th Ryder Cup in Gleneagles
Europe on 28 September 2014 won the 40th Ryder Cup in Gleneagles, Scotland
Justice Handyala Dattu sworn-in as new CJI
Justice HL Dattu sworn-in as the 42nd Chief Justice of India on 28 September 2014.
World Heart Day observed globally on 29 September
World Heart Day was observed across the world on 29 September with a theme Heart Choices NOT Hard Choices.
PM Narendra Modi addressed 69th session of UNGA in Hindi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 69th session of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York
in Hindi.
O Panneerselvam sworn-in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
AIADMK Treasurer O Panneerselvam was sworn-in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 29 September 2014.
Gunners Day observed on September 28
Gunners Day was observed on September 28
President of Catalonia signed decree to hold independence referendum on 9 November
Spanish region Catalonia on 27 September 2014 announced to hold independence referendum on 9 November
2014.
Turkish Government imposed ban on tattoos and piercings in all schools
Government of Turkey imposed ban on students from wearing tattoos or body piercings in schools.
Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai sworn in as president of Afghanistan
Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai on 29 september 2014 was sworn in as president of Afghanistan.
Current Affairs Bulletin, September 2014, September 22September 28Part-II
Jagranjosh.com brings you the Part-II of the CA Bulletin of the Week September 22 to September 28 which will be of
immense help in your road to preparation
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated India Food Park in Tumkur
PM Narendra Modi on 24 September 2014 inaugurated India Food Park at Tumkur in Karnataka.
Volcano Mount Ontake erupted in Japan
Volcano Mount Ontake in Japan erupted on 27 September 2014 killing more than 30 people and injuring as many
people.
Bangladesh government appointed Syed Muazzem Ali as its new Envoy to India
The Bangladesh government appointed Syed Muazzem Ali as the new Bangladesh High Commissioner to India.
Leander Paes and Marcin Matkowski won Malaysian Open doubles title of tennis
Leander Paes and Marcin Matkowski defeated Jamie Murray and John Peers 3-6, 7-6(5), 10-5 to win the ATP
Malaysian Open mens doubles title.
Chief Justice of India Justice RM Lodha retired
The 41st Chief Justice of India (CJI), Rajendra Mal Lodha retired from his office after serving as the CJI for five
months.
BCCI extended tenure of Ravi Shastri as team India Director till 2015 World Cup
BCCI extended Ravi Shastris tenure as Director of Indian Cricket team till end of 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup to be
played in Australia and New Zealand.
UK Parliament approved Airstrikes in Iraq against ISIS
The UK Parliament backed the resolution seeking British participation in the US-led air strikes against militants of
ISIS in Iraq.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan resigned
Chief Minister of Maharashtra Prithviraj Chavan resigned from his office after his government was reduced to a
minority.
SEBI notified final rules for REITs and InvITs
SEBI notified final rules for setting up of the REITs Regulations 2014 and InvITs Regulations 2014.
SBI signed 500 million dollar Line of Credit with Korea Eximbank
SBI announced that it has signed a Line of Credit of 500 million dollar with Export-Import Bank of Korea (Korea
Eximbank).
Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award 2014 announced
CSIR announced the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awards 2014 during its 72nd Foundation day celebrations for 10
scientists in recognition of their work.
China launched Made in China campaign to retain its manufacturing prowess
China on 25 September 2014 launched Made in China campaign to counter India. The launch of the campaign
coincided with the launch of Make In India campaign.
India announced to contribute 12 million US dollar to UN to fight Ebola virus
India announced 12 million US dollars contribution to the United Nations to fight the deadly Ebola virus.
Tamil Nadu government announced Price Stabilization fund for green tea leaf
Tamil Nadu Government announced a Price Stabilisation Fund for Green Tea Leaf with a corpus of 12 crore rupees.
Pakistan test fired short range nuclear capable missile Hatf IX
Pakistan test-fired the Hatf IX -short range surface-to-surface missile.
Sukinda Chromite Mine of the Tata Steel in Odisha won Asian CSR Leadership Award
Sukinda Chromite Mine of the Tata Steel in Odisha on 24 September 2014 won the Asian Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) Leadership Award
Hamas and Fatah agreed to allow Palestinian Authority Government in Gaza Strip
Hamas and Fatah announced the deal to allow the Palestinian Authority government to operate in the Gaza Strip.
Union Heavy Industry Ministry proposed to shut down six sick CPSE to the Union Cabinet
Union Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises on 25 September 2014 proposed the Union Cabinet to shut
down six sick CPSEs.
Union Government launched Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Yojana for urban and rural poor
Union Government launched Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Yojana for urban and rural.
Forbes India released The 100 Richest Indian List 2014
The Forbes India magazine released The 100 Richest Indian List topped by Reliance Industry Chairman Mukesh
Ambani...
Ancient nomadic campsite belonging to Liao Dynasty unearthed in China
An ancient nomadic campsite was unearthed by Chinese archeologists in Qianan county in north-east Jilin province
of China on 24 September 2014.
Public Sector Banks require 2637 billion US dollars to meet Basel-III norms: Moody
Global rating agency Moody released a report titled Indian Banks Could Need 26-37 billion US dollar in External
Capital for Basel III Compliance.
SC struck down National Tax Tribunal Act, 2005 terming it unconstitutional
The Supreme Court of India on 25 September 2014 struck down the National Tax Tribunal Act.
Emami biotech acquired Vanaspati brand Rasoi

Emami biotech on 25 September 2014 acquired Vanaspati brand Rasoi.
Union Government launched Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana
Union government on 25 September 2014 launched Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana to train 1
million rural youths by 2017
Edward Snowden and Alan Rusbridger won Right Livelihood Award 2014
Former U.S. spy agency contractor Edward Snowden and Alan Rusbridger, editor of The Guardian on 24 September
2014 won Right Livelihood Award.
3rd Meeting of SAARC Culture Ministers adopted Delhi Resolution
The 3rd meeting of SAARC Ministers of Culture was held in New Delhi from 24 September 2014 to 25 September
2014.
Union Cabinet approved agreement on grid connectivity with Nepal
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 24 September 2014 approved the India-Nepal
Agreement on Electric Power Trade
Cricketers Sachin Tendulkar & Steve Waugh selected as 2014 Bradman Honouree
Cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and Steve Waugh of Australia were selected as Bradman Honouree 2014.
Union Cabinet approved Swachh Bharat Mission for Urban Areas
The Union Cabinet on 24 September 2014 approved Swachh Bharat Mission for Urban Areas. The mission will begin
from 2 October 2014
Suresh Prabhu selected as PMs Sherpa for G-20 summit
Suresh Prabhu was appointed as Prime Minister Narendra Modis Sherpa for the Group of 20 annual Summit
New Type of Brain Cell Discovered
Researchers discovered a strange new type of brain cell that sends signals by bypassing the cell body altogether.
SBI, ICICI allowed kids to operate bank accounts independently
State Bank of India (SBI) and Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India (ICICI) on 24 September 2014
allowed kids to operate bank accounts independently.
EAC under Union MoEF gave CRZ clearance for Bay of Bengal Gateway Submarine Cable System

EAC under the Ministry of Environment and Forests granted CRZ clearance for Bay of Bengal Gateway Submarine
Cable System.
Malayalam filmmaker MT Vasudevan Nair selected for 2013 JC Daniel Award of Kerala Government
MT Vasudevan Nair was selected for the JC Daniel Award for lifetime achievement for the year 2013.
MP to host Global Investors Summit to attract foreign investment
Government of MP will host Global Investors Summit 2014 in October at Indore.
Alliance Air signed MoU with NE Council for flight operations
Alliance Air on 24 September 2014 signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the North East Council.
Rajat Sharma appointed as the president of News Broadcasting Association
Rajat Sharma on 24 September 2014 was appointed as the new president of the NBA.
US agreed to pay 500 million US dollar in compensation to Native American Navajo tribe
The US government on 24 September 2014 agreed to pay 500 million US dollar in compensation to Native American
Navajo tribe.
SC quashed allocation of 214 coal blocks allocated since 1993
SC cancelled allocation of 214 out of 218 coal blocks which were allocated to various companies since 1993.
Union Government declared September 25 as Antyodya diwas

Union Government declared 25 September as Antyodya Diwas
UNSC adopted resolution to prevent citizens of other nations from joining militants like ISIS
UNSC adopted a binding resolution compelling states to prevent their nationals from joining militants in Iraq and
Syria.
ISROs journey from Bullock Cart to Mars
Manglayaan of ISRO has helped it to set an exemplary example in the world. It is the same space agency that once
carried its satellite on a bullock cart.
P.M. launched Make In India Campaign to make India a manufacturing hub
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 25 September 2014 launched Make In India Campaign at Vigyan Bhawan in New
Delhi to make India a manufacturing hub.
Kuala Lumpur to host ICC World Cricket League Division 3
International Cricket Council announced that ICC World Cricket League Division 3 will be held in Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
Marvan Atapattu appointed as head coach of Sri Lankan cricket team
Marvan Atapattu appointed as the head coach of Sri Lankan cricket team. He is the first Sri Lankan national to coach
the team in 15 years.
RBI released Gopalakrishna Committee report on Capacity Building in Banks and non-Banks
RBI released Report of the Committee headed by G Gopalakrishna on Capacity Building in banks and non-banks
UN Climate Change Summit 2014 held in New York
UN Climate Change Summit 2014 was held at UN headquarters in New York on 23 September 2014 to put the planet
on course towards reversing global warming.
SC issued guidelines on fake encounters and called for mandatory registration of FIRs
SC issued guidelines for police encounter in India and said that in all cases of encounter deaths there shall be
mandatory registration of FIRs.
Geethu Mohandas film Liar's Dice to be India's official entry for Oscar Awards 2015
Geethu Mohandass Hindi-language feature film Liar's Dice on 23 September 2014 was selected for Indias official
entry in the 2015 Oscars Awards
AAI signed MoU with US Trade & Development Agency
AAI on 23 September 2014 signed a MoU agreement with the US Trade & Development Agency for the
development of Aviation Security Equipment Testing
World population to reach 11 billion by 2100: UN study
World population may grow higher than estimated previously which may reach 11 billion people by the 2100.
IFC raised 100 million US dollars through Maharaja Bonds
IFC raised 100 million US dollars from rupee bond named Maharaja Bonds.
5/20 rule likely to be scrapped by Union government

5/20 rule prevailing in the Indian aviation industry was in news recently Union government is thinking to scrap the rule
fulfilling the demand of few private airlines who were asking to relax the rule.
German Embassy organised Ehsaas-e-Kashmir concert to raise funds for the Valley
German Embassy of India organised a Ehsaas-e-Kashmir concert to raise funds for rehabilitation and relief work of
Kashmir.
Merck KGaA announced to acquire US based Sigma-Aldrich for 17 billion US dollar
Drugs and chemicals maker Merck KGaA on 22 September 2014 announced to acquire U.S. based Sigma-Aldrich
Company for 17 billion US dollar in cash to boost its lab supplies business.
Govind Mishra received Saraswati Samman 2013 for novel Dhool Paudhon Par
The renowned Hindi author Govind Mishra was conferred the Saraswati Samman for his novel Dhool Paudhon Par
that was published in 2008.
SC formed 5-member committee to evaluate damage caused by floods in J&K
SC formed 5-member committee headed by Sr. Registrar of J&K High Court to evaluate the ground situation in
Jammu and Kashmir in aftermath floods.
Union Government appointed Debroy Panel to suggest ways for restructuring the Railway Board
The Union government on 23 September 2014 appointed Debroy Panel to suggest ways for restructuring the Railway
Board.
16000 people demonstrated against Japan Government decision to restart Nuclear Reactor
16000 people on 23 September 2014 held a rally in Tokyo to protest against Government decision to restart Nuclear
Reactor.
Indian space programme created history as Mangalyaan entered Mars orbit successfully
Indias Mars Orbiter Mission, Manglayaan entered the Martian orbit and made India the 1st country to place the
spacecraft in Mars orbit in one attempt.
Ex-Ambassador of India to UN Hardeep Singh Puri appointed as Secretary General of ICM
Hardeep Singh Puri was appointed as Secretary General of Independent Commission on Multilateralism (ICM) on 23
September 2014.
Union Ministry of Sports inaugurated National Academies for Athletics & Golf in Thiruvananthapuram
Union Ministry of Sport inaugurated National Academy for Athletics and National Golf Academy at
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
AP Government enhanced the upper age limit for direct recruitment to 40 years
AP Government enhanced the upper age limit for direct recruitment in government service from 34 to 40 years.
Royal Mint of Britain launched its own online trading service for gold coins
The Royal Mint of Britain on 22 September 2014 launched its own online trading service for gold coins.
Union government submitted Action Plan on Rejuvenation of River Ganga to the SC
Union Government on 22 September 2014 placed before the SC a blueprint of short, medium and long term
measures to restore the glory of the river Ganga
Reliance Jio signed Master Services Agreement with Indus Towers
Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited signed a Master Services Agreement with Indus Towers.
Union Government removed three independent directors from the ONGC board
Union Government on 21 September 2014 removed three independent directors from the Oil and Natural Gas
Corporation (ONGC) board.
US and partners began air strikes in Syria
The US and partner nations coalition launched their first air strikes in Syria against ISIS militants.
US Federal Jury found Arab Bank liable for backing terrorism
The US Jury found the Jordan-based Arab Bank liable of supporting terrorism on 24 counts by transferring funds to
Hamas.
RBI approved the appointment of V.G. Mathew as MD and CEO of South Indian Bank
RBI on 22 September 2014 approved the appointment of V.G. Mathew as MD and CEO of South Indian Bank Ltd.
Ex-Odisha AG Ashok Mohanty arrested by CBI in connection of infamous chit fund scam
Ex-AG of Odisha Ashok Mohanty was arrested by CBI in connection of misappropriating funds of Artha Tatwa group,
an offshoot of Saradha chit fund scam.
DMRC observed World Green Building Week
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) observed World Green Building Week from 22 September 2014 to 27
September 2014.
Google India to launch a nationwide contest to develop a mobile app for PMO
Google India on 22 September 2014 announced to launch a nationwide contest to develop a mobile app for Prime
Ministers office (PMO).
Veteran Cricket Statistician Anandji Dossa died at 98
Anandji Dossa, the veteran cricket historian and statistician died in New York at the age of 98.
Lieutenant General Rizwan Akhtar appointed as ISI chief
Lieutenant General Rizwan Akhtar was appointed as the new head of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Shri Govindraja Textiles of TN announced to relocate its operations in North Carolina
Shri Govindaraja Textiles announced to set up a spinning unit in Eden, North Carolina.
Amit Mathew elected as chairman of Audit Bureau of Circulations
Amit Mathew on 22 September 2014 was unanimously elected as Chairman of Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC) for
the year 2014-15.
Yahoo acquired Bangalore start-up firm BookPad
Yahoo! Inc. on 21 September 2014 acquired BookPad Inc for over 8 million US dollars.
People's Climate March organised worldwide against Climate change
People's Climate March, a campaign to curb on carbon emissions was organsied on 21 September 2014 ahead of
the UN climate summit in New York.
ISRO successfully conducted the crucial test fire of Liquid Apogee Motor of MOM
ISRO on 22 September 2014 successfully conducted the crucial test fire of Liquid Apogee Motor (LAM) of Mars
Orbiter Mission (MOM) or Mangalyaan.
Third meeting of India-Bangladesh Joint Consultative Commission held in New Delhi
The third India-Bangladesh Joint Consultative Commission (JCC) meet was held in New Delhi on 20 September
2014...
Voreqe Bainimarama Sworn in as Prime Minister of Fiji
Voreqe Bainimarama on 22 September 2014 was sworn in as new Prime Minister of Fiji.
UN Secretary-General announced to establish UN Mission for Ebola Emergency Response
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on 20 September 2014 announced to establish UNMEER.
Post-unity deal, Ashraf Ghani named as President-elect of Afghanistan
Election Commission of Afghanistan declared Ashraf Ghani Ahmadzai as the President-elect of Afghanistan.
Post election win, New Zealand PM John Key called for referendum on national flag
Prime Minister of New Zealand John Key announced that his government would go ahead with plans to hold a
referendum to change the national flag.
Rescue Operation Megh Rahat completed
Indian Army called off the rescue Operation Megh Rahat in J&K after two weeks. The operation was launched to
rescue affected people of floods.
UNSC passed a resolution backing new Government in Iraq in its fight against ISIS militants
UNSC passed unanimous resolution that backs the new Government in Iraq in its fight against the militants.
Narula Brothers won 7 crore rupees in Season 8 of Kaun Banega Crorepati
Delhis Narula brothers became the first ever contestants to win 7 crore rupees in Kaun Banega Crorepati show,
hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.
Yemen Government and Houthi rebels signed peace deal
Yemen President signed a peace deal with Shiite Houthi rebels to put an end to the violence in the country.
Chinese Army pitched seven tents at Point 30R post of Chumar, Ladakh
Chinese People's Liberation Army pitched seven tents within the Indian Territory at Point 30R Post in Chumar area of
Ladakh.
UP government to set Nirbhaya Centers in all districts
UP Government has decided to open Nirbhaya Centers in all districts of the state to provide prompt help to the
victims of crime against women.
John Key re-elected as the Prime Minister of New Zealand for a third term
John Key on 21 September 2014 was re-elected as the Prime Minister of New Zealand for a third term.
Ancient Nalanda University inaugurated after 800 years

Ancient Nalanda University (NU) was formally inaugurated after 800 years on 19 September 2014.
Scotland rejected the referendum for independence
People of Scotland on 19 September 2014 rejected the historic referendum for independence from United Kingdom
by 55 percent
Sixth Delhi Economic Census 2013 released
The Sixth Delhi Economic Census 2013 was released on 19 September 2014.
Hockey India inducted Hockey Village India as an academy member
Hockey India inducted Hockey Village India as an Academy Member to reach out to underprivileged children.
US Senate passed resolution declaring September 30 as US-India Partnership Day
US Senate passed a bipartisan resolution declaring 30 September 2014 as US-India Partnership Day.
Board of Inquiry recommended decommissioning INS Sindhurakshak
The second Board of Inquiry (BOI)recommended decommissioning INS Sindhurakshak in its report.
Lockdown in Sierra Leone to fight Ebola
The three day lockdown began in Sierra Leone to fight Ebola.
China fined British drug maker firm GSK Plc 489 million US dollars for paying bribes
China on 19 September 2014 fined GlaxoSmithKline Placement (GSK Plc) a record 489 million US dollars (3 billion
Yuan) for paying bribes to doctors to use its drugs.
BNP Paribas launched equity index linked green bond to mitigate climate change
BNP Paribas on 18 September 2014 launched equity index linked green bond.
India-China established Joint Working Group on Films to promote co-production of films
India and China agreed to establish a Joint Working Group to promote facilitation in the film sector that will meet on
sidelines of IFFI 2014 at Goa.
Sardar Singh became India's flag bearer at 17th Asian Games opening
Sardar Singh on 19 September 2014 became India's flag bearer at 17th Asian Games opening.
Assam Chief Minister launched Angel Fund for first generation entrepreneurs
Assam government launched Angel Fund to help the 1st generation entrepreneurs and skilled youths to set up micro
and small enterprises in Assam.
Unicode based mobile app launched in Kannada for android phones
The Chief Minister of Karnataka Siddaramaiah launched a Unicode based mobile app in Kannada that can be
downloaded free of cost by the users.
France joined US air strikes against ISIS in Iraq
France on 19 September 2014 joined US air strikes against ISIS in Iraq.
17th Asian Games began in Incheon, South Korea
The 17th Asian Games commenced at Asiad Main Stadium in Incheon, South Korea on 19 September 2104 with a
theme Meet Asias Future.
Larry Ellison stepped down from CEO Position at Oracle Corp
Co-founder and leader of Oracle Corp Larry Ellison on 18 September 2014 stepped down as CEO.
Mandolin maestro Uppalapu Srinivas died
Mandolin maestro U Srinivas died in Chennai following a failed liver transplant at the age of 45.
Infosys BPO Poland signed largest office lease deal with Skanska Property in Poland
Infosys BPO Poland on 19 September 2014 signed a lease agreement with Skanska Property in Poland.
Puma India appointed Abhishek Ganguly as Managing Director
Puma India Pvt. Ltd appointed Abhishek Ganguly as the new Managing Director (MD).
Union I&B Ministry launched News SMS Service in 5 Indian languages
Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry launched free news SMS service of All India Radio in five Indian
languages.
The President of Taiwan presented the first Tang Prizes in Taipei
Ma Ying-jeou, The President of Taiwan presented the Tang Prizes in Taiwans capital Taipei.
Wealth-X and UBS Billionaire Census 2014 released

The Wealth-X and UBS Billionaire Census 2014 was released on 17 September 2014. The census looked at the
global billionaire population
20th Asian Junior & cadet table tennis Championships 2014
The 20th Asian Junior & cadet tennis Championships was held at Sardar Vallabhai Patel Indoor Stadium in Mumbai.
Pope Francis approved the cannonisation of Blessed Joseph Vaz as Saint
Pope Francis on 17 September 2014 approved the cannonisation of Blessed Joseph Vaz as Saint.
Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy released Unicode version of Tulu Script
Tulu script Unicode version was released by the Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy.
Bangladesh Parliament regained the power to impeach Supreme Court judges
16th Constitutional Amendment Bill that reinstates Article 96 of Constitution and empowers Parliament to impeach SC
Judges passed in Bangladesh.
Pakistans Liberal religious scholar Dr. Shakeel Auj shot dead in Karachi
A liberal religious scholar and professor of Islamic Studies at Karachi University Dr Shakeel Auj shot dead by
unknown assailants in Karachi, Pakistan.
Padmini Prakash became the first transgender television news anchor in India
Padmini Prakash became the first transgender television news anchor in India.
Nepal government cleared GMR Company proposal to build 900 MW Upper Karnali HEP in Nepal
Nepal government cleared GMR Company proposal to build 900 MW Upper Karnali hydroelectric power plant (HEP)
in North-West Nepal.
IndiGo signed agreement with ICBC to purchase over 30 A320 aircrafts
Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo on 17 September 2014 signed an agreement with Industrial and Commercial Bank of
China Ltd (ICBC) for purchasing 30 A320 aircrafts worth 2.6 billion US dollars.
SC asked Union Government to bring transparency in appointment of CVC, VCs
Supreme Court on 18 September 2014 asked Union Government to bring transparency in appointment of Chief
Vigilance Commissioner (CVC), Vigilance Commissioner (VCs).
Indo-China relations: An Overview

India-China signed sixteen agreements during the visit of Chinese President Xi Jingping to India
India and China signed sixteen agreements to strengthen the strategic and bilateral relations between the two
countries.
Union Sports Ministry finally agreed to honour Boxer Manoj Kumar with Arjuna Award
Union Sports Ministry on 17 September 2014 finally agreed to honour Boxer Manoj Kumar with Arjuna Award..
Infosys Ltd signed agreements with Microsoft Corp, Hitachi Data Systems and Huawei
Infosys Ltd signed three partnership agreements with Microsoft Corp, HDS and Huawei.
Indian Air Force gifted vintage Dakota aircraft to Bangladesh Air Force
Indian Air Force on a formal request of Bangladesh Air Force gifted a vintage Dakota aircraft to it from its museum.
China's Grand Slam winner Li Na announced retirement
China's Grand Slam winner Li Na on 19 September 2014 announced her retirement at the age of 32.
Union Textiles Ministry approved setting up of 13 textile parks
Union Textiles Ministry on 18 September 2014 approved setting up of 13 textile parks.
US President Barack Obama nominated Richard Rahul Verma as new US envoy to India
US President Barack Obama nominated Richard Rahul Verma as the next US Ambassador to India.
PM Narendra Modi described India-China ties as Inch towards Miles
Prime Minister Narendra Modi described India-China ties as Inch towards Miles.
RBI proposed to segregate Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) post of PSU banks
RBI proposed segregation of chairman and managing director post as chairman post and managing director post.
President of India Pranab Mukherjee visited Vietnam
The President Pranab Mukherjee visited the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
Rajasthan became first State to ratify NJAC Bill, 2014
Rajasthan became the first Indian state to ratify the National Judicial Appointments Commission Bill 2014.
President Pranab Mukherjee visited Cu Chi tunnels in Vietnam

President of India Pranab Mukherjee visited the historic Cu Chi tunnels of Vietnam.
US House of Representatives approved Obama's plan to train moderate Syrian opposition
The US House of Representatives approved President Barack Obama's plan to train and arm the moderate Syrian
opposition taking on militant group, ISIS.
Bombay HC passed an ex-parte order restricting Park Hotel from using Candy Crush Saga image
Bombay High Court on 18 September 2014 passed an ex-parte order restricting the Park Hotel
AIBA permitted Indian boxers to take part in Asian Games under Tricolour
AIBA permitted Indian boxers to take part in the 17th Asian Games 2014, at Incheon, South Korea under the tricolor
after recognising to Boxing India.
Ex-Assam DGP Shankar Baruah accused in Saradha chit fund scam died
Former DGP of Assam, Sanker Baruah committed suicide in Guwahati after his residence was raided by CBI in
connection to Saradha chit fund case.
Union Government to launch ETC programme under the brand name FASTag
Union Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has decided to roll out Electronic Toll Collection programme in India
under the brand name FASTag.
Lalitha Kumaramangalam appointed as chairperson of National Commission for Women
Lalitha Kumaramangalam was appointed as new chief of National Commission for Women.
US foreign policy on the edge of Mission Creep
Mission Creep was in news recently due to remarks made by General Martin Dempsey.
Chinese President appointed Le Yucheng as China's New Ambassador to India
Chinese President Xi Jinping appointed Le Yucheng as China's new Ambassador to India.
Basketball: FIBA allowed players to wear religious head coverings
FIBA allowed players to wear religious head coverings, such as hijabs or turbans, on a trial basis of 2-year.
Goa became permanent venue for IFFI

Union I&B Ministry and Goa government signed MoU to make Goa a permanent venue for the International Film
Festival of India (IFFI).
World's first water-based nuclear battery developed by Kwons research group at MU
World's first water-based nuclear battery was developed by Kwons research group at the University of Missouri.
Union MRT&H issued Draft Notification on E-rickshaws
Union Road Transport and Highways Ministry issued draft notification on e-rickshaws.
PM Narendra Modi appointed Adil Zainulbhai as the Chairman of QCI
Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed Adil Zainulbhai as the Chairman of Quality Council of India.
A team of researchers from University of Colorado Cancer Center developed a new compound BQU57 to block
protein Ral.
India and China signed three MoUs for cooperation
India and China signed three MoUs for cooperation in economy, trade and education.
Scientists warned Climate change will exacerbate the threat of Megadroughts
Scientists warned that Climate change will exacerbate the threat of Megadroughts.
Naseeruddin Shah released his autobiography And then One Day: A Memoir
Bollywood actor Naseeruddin Shah on 12 September 2014 released his autobiography And then One Day: A Memoir.
Scientists detected 13 lactic acid bacteria in raw honey with potential to fight wound
scientists detected 13 lactic acid bacteria in the honey stomach of bees.
K P Reddy of ruling TRS Party won by-election for Medak Parliament constituency
Kotha Prabhakar Reddy of TRS Party won the by-election for Medak Parliament constituency
NTPC and AP government signed MoU for development of 1000 MW Solar Power Projects
NTPC and AP government signed a MoU for developing 1000 MW solar power(s) in Andhra Pradesh.
700 people drowned in shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea
700 people on 10 September 2014 drowned in shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea off the Malta Coast.
Tangirala Sowmya of TDP won Nandigama Assembly by-poll of AP

Tangirala Sowmya of Telugu Desam Party won Nandigama Assembly by-poll of Andhra Pradesh
Gilead gave voluntary licenses to Indian pharma companies to make genetic version of Sofosbuvir
Gilead on 16 September 2014 gave voluntary licenses to Indian pharma companies to make generic version of
hepatitis C drug Sofosbuvir.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio appointed as UN Messenger of Peace
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio was appointed as UN Messenger of Peace with a special focus on climate change.
Prime Minister launched Gujarat Government's 11 schemes under Swavalamban Abhiyan
Narendra Modi launched 11 schemes under Swavalamban Abhiyan of the Gujarat Government in a function held at
the Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar.
Delhi Police to launch its first e-police station to deal with vehicle thefts
Delhi Police on 16 September 2014 decided to launch its first e-police station to deal exclusively with vehicle thefts.
ISIS: The eminent threat to the world peace and stability
In past few months a new threat to the world has emerged in the form of ISIS. ISIS stands for Islamic State for Iraq
and Syria.
International Economic Association appointed Kaushik Basu as President-Elect
The International Economic Association (IEA) appointed Kaushik Basu as president-elect of IEA.
Cognizant acquired healthcare software company TriZetto
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp acquired healthcare IT services provider TriZetto Corp.
WPI-based Inflation declined to 5-year low of 3.74 percent
The WPI-based inflation fell sharply to 3.74 percent in August 2014, which is five year low after October 2009, when it
stood at 1.8 percent.
Microsoft Corp acquired Minecraft game maker Mojang
Microsoft Corp on 15 September 2014 acquired the Swedish video game company Mojang.
Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council organised 3rd Ladakh Marathon at Leh
LAHDC organised the third Ladakh Marathon at Leh in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was organised by around
3000 people from across the world.
Croma and Snapdeal tied up to sell electronic items online
Tata Group company Croma and Snapdeal.com tied up to sell electronic goods online.
Drug firm Lupin tied up with Merck Serono
Pharma major Lupin tied up with Germany-based biopharmaceutical firm Merck Serono.
World Bank approved 105 million US dollars grant for Ebola Emergency Response Project
The World Bank Group approved 105 million US dollars grant for Ebola Emergency Response project.
French Parliament approved Anti-terror Bill aimed at travel ban of jihadists
French Parliament approved a new anti-terror bill aimed at preventing jihadists from travelling abroad.
Auto rickshaw drivers to display off-duty boards after completion of work
Auto rickshaw drivers on 15 September 2014 decided to display off-duty boards after completion of work.
First mobile phone sidewalks lane created in Chinese city Chongqing
First mobile phone sidewalks lane was created in Chinese city Chongqing on 15 September 2014.
SEBI extended deadline by six months to appoint atleast one women director on board
Market regulator SEBI on 15 September 2014 extended deadline by six months to appoint atleast one women
director on board.
Antara Haldar of India became first non-European law lecturer at Cambridge
Indian-origin Antara Haldar on 15 September 2014 became first non-European law lecturer at Cambridge University.
CCEA approved 4754 crore for power transmission scheme in Arunachal and Sikkim
CCEA approved 4754.42 crore rupees scheme for strengthening power transmission and distribution in Arunachal
Pradesh and Sikkim.
Krishan Kant Paul sworn-in as Governor of Manipur
Meghalaya Governor, Dr. Krishan Kant Paul was swornin as the Governor of Manipur at the Raj Bhawan Durbar Hall
in Imphal.
India-Vietnam signed 7 pacts to strengthen Strategic Partnership

India and Vietnam signed seven pacts to further strengthen their strategic partnership in key sectors during Vietnam
visit of Pranab Mukherjee.
Miss Kira Kazantsev won the Miss America pageant
Miss Kira Kazantsev on 14 September 2014 won the Miss America pageant.
G-20 Labour and Employment Ministerial meet
The G-20 Labour and Employment Ministerial meet was held at Melbourne, Australia on 10 September 2014 to 11
September 2014.
President of India presented Indira Gandhi Rajbhasa Awards
The President of India Pranab Mukherjee on 14 September 2014 presented Indira Gandhi Rajbhasa awards.
International Day for preservation of Ozone Layer observed on 16 September
International Day for the preservation of the Ozone Layer observed on 16 September with a theme Ozone Layer
Protection: The Mission Goes On.
Boxing India earned Official Recognition from AIBA
AIBA Executive Committee Bureau formally recognised Boxing India as the provisional AIBA National Federation to
represent the sport of boxing in India.
Union Cabinet approved the launching of National AYUSH Mission
The Union Cabinet on 15 September 2014 approved the launching of National AYUSH Mission.
CCEA approved the scheme titled Enhancement of Competitiveness of the Capital Goods Sector
CCEA approved the scheme titled Enhancement of Competitiveness of the Capital Goods Sector.
USA won FIBA Basketball World Cup 2014
USA on 14 September 2014 won FIBA Basketball World Cup 2014 by defeating Serbia.
Japan actress Yoshiko Yamaguchi died
Yoshiko Yamaguchi, film actress of Japan, died at the age of 94 due to heart failure. She was also known as Rikoran
and Shirley Yamaguchi in the US..
FICCIs Economic Outlook Survey estimated Indias GDP growth rate at 5.6 percent in 2014-15
FICCIs Economic Outlook Survey estimated that GDP growth rate of India will be at 5.6 percent in 2014-15.
Educationist Kireet Joshi died
Educationist and former education adviser to the Union government Kireet Joshi died at the age of 83 on 14
September 2014...
ISIS beheaded British Citizen, David Haines
ISIS militants on 13 September 2014 released a video of beheading its hostage, David Haines, the British aid Worker.
He was kidnapped from Syria.
Spaceship Earth Grants launched Global Crowdfunding Spaceflight Contest
Spaceship Earth Grants (SEG) on 15 September 2014 launched a new program Global Crowdfunding Spaceflight
Contest.
ASSOCHAM estimated J&K floods caused losses of 5700 crore rupees to states economy
Floods of Jammu & Kashmir have caused loss of about 5400 to 5700 crore rupees to the states economy.
Chinese Army stopped water supply for Indians from T-Point in Demchock, Ladakh
Chinese Army stopped Indians from using water supply and construction work at the T-Point of Demchok area of
Ladakh region of Jammu and Kashmir.
Hurricane Odile hit Mexico's Baja California resort
Hurricane Odile on 14 September 2014 hit the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula in western Mexico.
India observed Hindi Divas on 14 September
National Hindi Divas or Hindi Day was observed across India on 14 September to promote the Matra Bhasha the
mother tongue of India.
Cambridge University scientists developed first graphene-based flexible screen
Scientists at the Cavendish Laboratory of the Cambridge University for the first time developed a graphene based
flexible screen.
RBI closed six UCBs suspected of money laundering
RBI closed down six Urban Cooperative Banks which were suspected of being used to route illegal money. RBI didnt
disclose the names of these UCBs.
Germanys Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier visited India

Foreign Minister of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier visited India from 6 to 8 September.
Union Government announced to fund Swachh Vidyalaya campaign
Union Human Resource Development Ministry on 11 September 2014 announced to fund Swachh Vidyalaya
campaign.
HS Prannoy won Indonesian masters title
Indian shuttler HS Prannoy won Indonesian Masters Grand Prix Gold. To grab his maiden Gran Prix title, he defeated
Firman Abdul Kholik 21-11, 22-20.
Narendra Ambwani elected as chairman of the Advertising Standards Council of India
Narendra Ambwani on 12 September 2014 elected as Chairman of the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI).
SBI celebrated 150 years of its operations in Sri Lanka
State Bank of India (SBI) on 13 September 2014 celebrated 150 years of its operations in Sri Lanka.
West Bengal cabinet cleared farmer-friendly project Sech-Bandhu Prakalpa to boost irrigation
The West Bengal cabinet on 12 September 2014 cleared a farmer-friendly project named Sech-Bandhu Prakalpa to
boost irrigation.
Delhi Government to charge one rupee cess on cigarette and liquor to promote public transport
Delhi government on 12 September 2014 decided to charge cess of one rupee cigarette and liquor to promote public
transport
SC ruled 3 percent quota for disabled persons in all government jobs
The Supreme Court on 12 September 2014 ruled 3 percent quota for disabled persons in all government jobs.
Union government sought clarification from SC on its verdict on transgender
Union Government on 11 September 2014 sought clarification from Supreme Court on its verdict on transgender.
Russian hackers leaked around five million Gmail passwords
Russian hackers on 11 September 2014 have leaked around Five millions Gmail Passwords.
RBI fixed the upper age limit at 70 years for M.D. and CEO in private sector banks
The Reserve Bank of India on 9 September 2014 decided to fix the upper age limit at 70 years for M.D and CEO in
private sector banks
SC asked Union government to respond on Delhi Government Formation by October 10
Supreme Court on 10 September 2014 asked the Union government to respond on the process undertaken by Lt
Governor Najeeb Jung
Report titled Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion 2014 released by UNEP and WMO
A report titled Scientific Assessment of Ozone Depletion 2014 was released.
WHO honoured Bangladesh and Timor-Leste for Excellence in Public Health
WHO honoured Bangladesh and Timor-Leste with South East Asia Regional Award for Excellence in Public Health.
Union Government launched New Payment Gateway Integrated to e-Filing System
Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry on 8 September 2014 launched a New Payment Gateway Integrated to eFiling System of IPOI
SC issued notice to Union and all State governments on wetland conservation
Supreme Court issued notice to Centre and all states on a plea to preserve wetland.
Rays Power to set up 50 MW solar park in Andhra Pradesh
Rays Power Experts announced to set up 50 mw Solar Power Generation Park in Andhra Pradesh.
Barack Obama authorised air strikes against ISIS militants in Syria
The US President, Barack Obama on 11 September 2014 authorised US air strikes against Islamic State of Iraq and
Syria (ISIS) militants
EU imposed new economic sanctions on Russia over Ukraine
The European Union on 12 September 2014 imposed new economic sanctions on Russia over Ukraine.
SEBI censured BSE for guilty of lapses in share sale of NMDC
SEBI found BSE guilty of lapses while conducting 6000 crore rupees share sale of NDMC and censured the bourse
for its conduct.
SC asked Union Government to reinstate Rajeshwar singh as Deputy Director of ED
Supreme Court on 8 September 2014 asked the Union Government to reinstate Rajeshwar singh as permanent
Deputy Director of Enforcement Directorate (ED).
Chitresh Tatha is the youngest sailor at the Asian Games 2014
12-year-old Chitresh Tatha, a sailor of Optimist Dinghy category is the youngest sailor to represent India at the 2014
Asian Games.
Union Home Minister inaugurated integration of BSF with BISAG at Bhuj in Gujarat
Rajnath Singh inaugurated the integration of BSF with BISAG project of Gujarat Government at BSF Camp in Bhuj,
Gujarat.
PMO constituted committee to facilitate utilization of Mineral resources in Meghalaya
PMO constituted a six-member committee to facilitate utilisation of mineral resources in Meghalaya.
Union government decided to wind up HMT Watches
Union government on 11 September 2014 decided to wind up HMT Watches in a phased manner.
45 Fijian UN peacekeepers released in Syria
Al-Qaeda-affiliated Jabhat al-Nusra Front released 45 captured Fijian UN peacekeepers. They were captured from
the Syrian Golan Heights.
Skeleton of giant water-living Dinosaur unveiled in Morocco
The skeleton of a giant water-living Dinosaur was unveiled in Morocco.
Puducherry CM presented Tax free budget for 2014-15 financial year
Puducherry CM N.Rangasamy presented a tax free budget for 2014-15 financial year.
Union Government launched RVC service for smooth transportation of perishable goods
Union Agriculture Minister launched Reefer Vehicle Call-in-Centre (RVC) for smooth transportation of perishable
goods.
Apple Inc launched iWatch designed to work with iPhone 6
Apple Inc unveiled its iWatch on 9 September 2014 in United States.
Freedom Fighter and Journalist Jitendra Chandra Paul died
Freedom fighter and veteran journalist Jitendra Chandra Paul died.
BlackBerry acquired UK mobile technology start-up Movirtu

BlackBerry acquired a U.K-based mobile technology start-up Movirtu.
Tata Technologies Ltd appointed Warren Harris as MD and CEO
Tata Technologies Ltd appointed Warren Harris as CEO and Managing Director of the company.
Union Government mandated scientists to undertake lectures in Public schools & colleges
Union Government mandated the scientists to formally take classes in schools and colleges.
Ukraine and pro-Russian rebels signed ceasefire agreement called Minsk agreement
Ukraine and pro-Russian rebels agreed a ceasefire in Belarus.
ICICI launched Cardless Cash Withdrawal service
ICICI launched a Cardless Cash Withdrawal service.
Highest percentage of hired workers in India is in Arunachal Pradesh: 6th Economic Census
Highest percentages of hired workers in India are present in Arunachal Pradesh. This was revealed by the provisional
results of the 6th Economic Census
Rajasthan HC ordered end of caste based discrimination at crematoriums
Rajasthan HC ordered to stop discrimination on caste basis in cremation at various crematoriums in Jaipur and asked
JMC to submit an action taken report.
CCEA approved stake sale in CIL, ONGC and NHPC
CCEA approved the disinvestment of the stake of CIL, ONGC and NHPC to garner a combined 43 thousand crore
rupees.
Bihar government recognised transgender as third gender
The Bihar cabinet recognised eunuch and transgender as third gender.
India and Bangladesh signed MoU in the field of traditional medicines
India and Bangladesh on 9 September 2014 signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the field of traditional
medicines and homeopathy.
SC questioned logic behind Kerala's new liquor policy

SC questioned logic behind the Kerala state governments new policy for limiting bar licenses to only five-star hotels.
ICC suspended Pakistan's Saeed Ajmal for illegal bowling action
ICC suspended Pakistani off-spinner, Saeed Ajmal from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect for
illegal bowling action.
JNRA gave safety approval to restart two reactors of Sendai nuclear plant
JNRA gave its final safety approval to restart two reactors at a nuclear plant of the Kyushu Electric Power Co's
Sendai plant.
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Puducherry's Police Department established a Rape Crisis Intervention Centre

Puducherry Police established a Rape Crisis Intervention Centre (RCIC).
Moody's Analytics released a report titled India outlook: Prospects Brighten
Moodys Analytics released the report titled India Outlook: Prospects Brighten in the second week of September
2014.
Legendary Nazrul singer Firoza Begum Died
Prominent Bangladeshi Nazrul Sangeet singer Firoza Begum died.
James Bond villain Richard Kiel died
Actor Richard Kiel who played steel-toothed villain role in two James Bond films died.
Subhash Chandra Garg appointed as Executive Director of World Bank
ACC appointed Senior IAS officer Subhash Chandra Garg was appointed as the Executive Director in World Bank for
a tenure of three years.
Strategic Force Command of India successfully test-fired Agni-I missile
Strategic Force Command of India successfully test-fired Agni-I missile.
CCEA approved implementation of ICDP scheme in 12th Five Year Plan
CCEA approved the proposal for implementation of the Integrated Coffee Development Project
First evidence for water ice clouds found outside Solar System
The first evidence of water ice clouds was found on an object Brown Dwarf outside the Solar System.
Pankaj Advani announced to retire from professional snooker
Pankaj Advani on 5 September 2014 announced to retire from the professional snooker tour.
Mike and Bob Bryan won fifth U.S. Tennis Open men's doubles title
American twin brothers Mike and Bob Bryan on 7 September 2014 won the mens doubles titles of the US Tennis
Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York
Union Government approved 28 road projects in Ladakh region in J & K
Union Government approved 28 rural road projects for building roads in Leh and Kargil districts.
India and Germany agreed to cooperate in skill development and solid waste management
India and Germany agreed to cooperate and prepare a roadmap in skill development, solid waste management and
cleaning of rivers.
Bhartendu Harishchandra Awards conferred
Union Ministry for Information & Broadcasting on 9 September 2014 conferred the Bhartendu Harishchandra Awards
for the years 2011 and 2012.
Fertile Crescent under threat from violent turmoil in the Middle East
Fertile Crescent was in news recently due to the new initiative by the UN FAO and University of Birmingham's School
of Biosciences
Indian institutions IARI and NAAS awarded Doctor Honoris Causa to FAO Director-General
Indian institutions IARI and NAAS on 9 September 2014 awarded Doctor Honoris Causa to FAO Director-General
Jose Graziano da Silva.
Tribal bodies in Tripura rejected demand for a separate state Twipraland
Major tribal bodies in Tripura on 8 September 2014 rejected the demands for a separate state called Twipraland.
Union Health Minister Launched First National Anti-TB Drug Resistance Survey of India
Union Health and Family Welfare Minister launched the first anti-Tuberculosis Drug Resistance Survey of India for the
year 2014-15.
H Devaraj Committee reported most deemed universities not fit for being a university
H Devaraj Committee on 8 September 2014 reported that most of the deemed universities are not fit for being a
university.
Union Civil Aviation Ministry launched no-frills airport in five cities
Union Government has identified five locations for development of no-frills airports in four states of India.
International Labour Organisation released a report titled G20 labour markets: Outlook
ILO released a report titled G20 Labour markets: outlook, Key challenges and policy responses.
IOC and Interpol meet to combat match fixing & illegal betting
IOC and Interpol have increased their collaboration to combat match-fixing and illegal betting.
Intel launched new range of Processors Xeon E5-v3 for Data Centres
California-based chipmaker Intel on 9 September 2014 launched a new range of processors Xeon E5-v3 to speed up
performance in data centres.
HP government signed MoU with GVK-EMRI for free ambulance drop-back service scheme
HP government signed a MoU with GVK-EMRI to provide free drop-back service.
Union Civil Aviation Ministry launched Know Your Rights Portal
The portal was launched to mark 100 days of the new government.
1846 Northwest Passage expedition ship found in Canadian Arctic
Sir John Franklin's doomed 1846 Northwest Passage expedition ship was found in Canadian Arctic on 9 September
2014.
AlKhansaa brigade: Women force of ISIS
The al-Khansaa Brigade is an all-female branch of ISIS.
Suresh Kumar became first Indian to visit Stratosphere
TN Suresh Kumar became the first Indian to visit to the stratosphere, the second layer of the Earths atmosphere.
Uttarakhand Government declared 9 September as Himalaya Diwas
Chief Minister of Uttarakhand officially declared 9 September as Himalaya Diwas to spread the message of
conservation of the Himalayan ecosystems.
Union Government cleared 679-member squad for Asian Games

Union Government cleared a 679-member squad to represent India in the 17th edition of the Asian Games to be held
in Incheon, South Korea.
Solar power technology Electrodialysis unveiled in India to desalinate water
A new solar power technology Electrodialysis unveiled in India in second week of September 2014.
Assam government withdrew Assamese as official language from Barak Valley
The state government of Assam withdrew Assamese as official language in Barak Valley.
50 years of man in space: authoured by Garik Israelien, Brian May and David J Eicher
50 years of man in space: authoured by Garik Israelien, Brian May and David J Eicher
Former NASA Scientist Dr. Noel W. Hinners died
A former NASA chief scientist Dr. Noel W. Hinners died on 5 September 2014 due to brain tumor
Indian movie Court won best debut award at Venice Film Festival
Debut film of Chaitanya Tamhane, Court won best debut award at 71st Venice Film Festival. The film is a multilingual
courtroom drama in narrative style.
Bharti Airtel announced agreement with Eaton Towers to divest 3500 towers in Africa
Bharti Airtel on 8 September 2014 announced an agreement with Eaton Towers to divest 3500 towers in 6 African
nations.
Union Government extended deadline for employees to file details of assets
Government extended deadline for Central Government employees to file details of their assets and liabilities from 15
September to 31 December 2014.
Habib Wali Mohammad died at 90
Habib wali Mohammad on 4 september 2014 died.
President Pranab Mukherjee presented Saakshar Bharat Awards 2014
Pranab Mukherjee presented the Saakshar Bharat Awards 2014 at International Literacy Day Celebrations.
Cipla announced commercial tie-up with UK firm S&D Pharma
Cipla on 8 September 2014 announced a commercial collaboration with UK-based S&D Pharma.
Dr. Kamal Bawa won MIDORI Prize in Biodiversity 2014

Dr. Kamal Bawa, Dr. Alfred Oteng-Yeboah and Dr. Bibiana Vila won the 2014 Midori Prize in Biodiversity on 8
September 2014.
Electrolux agreed to buy GE Appliances for 3.3 billion US dollars
Electrolux agreed to buy a home-appliances unit of General Electric Company of Louisville for 3.3 billion US dollars
Marin Cilic won Men's Singles title of US open
Marin Cilic of Croatia won the Mens Singles title at the US Open after defeating Kei Nishikori of Japan in straight sets
6-3, 6-3, 6-3.
MoU signed between NAWADCO and NBCC for the development of WAQF Properties
A MoU signed between NAWADCO and NBCC for developing the WAQF properties.
Delhi Government unveiled need-based development plan for villagers
Delhi Government on 7 September 2014 unveiled need-based development plan for villagers.
Unit 5 of RAPS became second longest running nuclear reactor of World
Unit 5 of the Rajasthan Atomic Power Station on 7 September 2014 became the second longest running reactor in
the world.
World Literacy Day observed across the world
World Literacy Day observed across the world with theme-Literacy and Sustainable Development.
Prime Minister of Australia, Tony Abbott visited India
PM of Australia, Tony Abbott visited India from and held talks with Prime Minister Modi on bilateral, regional and
multilateral issues.
Arab League agreed to join global coalition to counter IS militants
Arab League has decided to join the global coalition to counter the threat of jihadist militants from the Islamic State
Group.
Harika Dronavalli won bronze in women Grand Prix chess
Harika Dronavalli on 6 September 2014 won bronze at the women Grand Prix chess at the Asian Games.
Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani Inaugurated KRITI Exhibition - 2014

Smriti Irani inaugurated KRITI Exhibition 2014 that was organised by JSSs at Dilli Haat in New Delhi.
Massive 100 million year old ancient extinct volcano discovered beneath Pacific Ocean
A massive 100 million-year-old ancient extinct volcano was discovered beneath the Pacific Ocean.
Whither FDI in Multi-brand Retail?
Ever since the BJP led NDA government came into power in May 2014, it has constantly shown its opposition to the
FDI in multi-brand retail.
National Judicial Appointment Commission: Pros and Cons
The National Judicial Appointments Commission Bill, 2014 and the 121st Constitutional Amendment Bill was passed
by the Rajya Sabha on 13 March 2014.
WTI and TCL signed MoU to setup Indias first Coral Garden in Gujarat
WTI and TCL signed a MoU to set up Indias first of its kind Coral Garden in Gujarat at Mithapur coastal region of
Devbhoomi-Swarka district.
China awarded China Book Award to JNU professor Priyadarsi Mukherji
China on 5 September 2014 awarded China Book Award to JNU professor Priyadarsi Mukherji.
Special Rhino Protection Force for protection of Rhinos
Union Environment and Forests Minister announced a Special Rhino Protection Force in Assam.
SC ordered to release undertrial prisoners who have completed half of maximum term
The Supreme Court on 5 September 2014 ordered to release undertrial prisoners who have completed half their
maximum term without the completion of trial.
Sushma Swaraj visited Bahrain
Sushma Swaraj was on a two day visit to Bahrain. During the visit, she attended the Indian Diaspora Engagement
meet for Indian businesses in Bahrain.
Indias 1st Air Veteran Rally inaugurated by IAF Chief
Indian Air Force Chief Marshal Arup Raha inaugurated Indias first Air Veteran Rally at the Air Force Auditorium,
Subroto Park in New Delhi.
Serena Williams won 3rd consecutive US Open

Serena Williams won her third consecutive US Open trophy and joined the Tennis greats Chris Evert and Martina
Navratilova on 18 Grand Slam titles.
Wales Declaration of NATO Summit 2014
NATO Summit 2014 was held in Wales, UK.
Find land to rehabilitate Pandits: Union Home Minister to Chief Minister of J&K
Union Home Minister has directed the state government of Jammu and Kashmir to identify land for the rehabilitation
of Kashmiri migrants.
Australian PM Tony Abbott returned 11th century stolen idols to India
Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott on 5 September 2014 returned two stolen antique statues of Hindu deities to
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Grandmaster Repertoire -1.e4 vs The French, Caro-Kann and Philidor written by Parimarja
The book tittled Grandmaster Repertoire - 1.e4 vs The French, Caro-Kann and Philidor written by Parimarjan Negi
was launched in India on 5 September 2014
WHO released first global report on suicide prevention
The World Health Organization (WHO) on 4 September 2014 released its first global report on suicide prevention.
Sania Mirza & Brazilian teammate Bruno Soares won Mixed Doubles trophy of US Open
Sania Mirza and Bruno Soares lifted Mixed Doubles trophy of the US Open after defeating a team of Abigail Spears
and Santiago Gonzalez, 6-1, 2-6, 11-9.
India won the five matches ODI series 3-1 against England
India won 5-match ODI series played against England by 3-1. In the series, India won second, third and fourth match.
Rechargeable magnesium battery developed at IICT- Hyderabad
IICT developed a rechargeable magnesium battery an excellent substitute for highly toxic lead acid one.
Chandrakala Padia appointed as first women chairperson of IIAS
Chandrakala Padia was on 5 September 2014 appointed as first women chairperson of Indian Institute of Advanced
Study (IIAS).
South Africa denied visa to Dalai Lama for Nobel Summit

South Africa on 3 September 2014 denied visa to Dalai Lama for Nobel Summit
Enormous species of Dinosaur that weighs nearly 60 tons discovered in Argentina
Researchers announced discovery of fossilized remains of a species of dinosaur that weighs nearly 60 tons in
Patagonian hills of Argentina.
Ravindra Nath took charge as CMD of NSIC
Ravindra Nath on 4 September 2014 assumed the charge as Chairman and Managing director (CMD) of National
Small Industries Corporation Limited (NSIC).
India, Australia signed pact on Civil Nuclear Energy deal
India & Australia inked pact on civil nuclear energy deal. Deal was reached after several negotiations since Canberra
in 2012 lifted ban from India.
Union Government approved Task Force to monitor Citizenship, Long Term Visas
Union Home Ministry approved setting up of a task force to monitor and expedite the processing of citizenship and
Long Term Visa applications.
Sudhakar Jayant won gold medal at IWF World Masters Weightlifting Championships
Lt Colonel Sudhakar Jayant won the gold medal for the third time at World Masters Weightlifting Championships.
WHO recommended Ebola survivors' blood to treat EVD
WHO announced to use the Ebola survivors' blood to treat Ebola Virus Disease (EVD).
Snapdeal signed joint venture with Den Networks
Snapdeal on 4 September 2014 signed 50:50 Joint Venture with Den Networks. The deal was aimed to extend its
reach
Sri Lankan Navy arrested 9 Indian fishermen near Delft Island
Deft Island in the Indian Ocean was in news on 2 September 2014 when Sri Lankan Navy arrested 9 fishermen and
remanded them
US comedian and talk-show host Joan Rivers died
Legendary US comedian and talk-show host Joan Rivers died on 4 September following a cardiac arrest on 28
August 2014.
Bharti Airtel launched music streaming app Wynk for Android and iOS
Bharti Airtel, the largest mobile operator in India, launched Wynk Music app for Android and iOS.
SC upheld Uttar Pradesh Government decision to use Urdu as second official language
Supreme Court on 4 September 2014 upheld the Uttar Pradesh government decision to use Urdu as second official
language in the State.
Justice Dharmadhikari Committee recommended complete ban on dance bars
Justice CS Dharmadhikari Committee in its report submitted to Bombay High Court has asked Maharashtra
Government to enforce a complete ban on dance bars.
India's largest offshore patrol vessel INS Sumitra commissioned into Indian Navy
India's largest naval offshore patrol vessel INS Sumitra was commissioned into Indian Navy at Chennai Port Trust.
India-Japan Annual Summit 2014
India and Japan Annual Summit was held in Japan.
UNESCO AsiaPacific Heritage Awards 2014 announced
UNESCO Asia Pacific Awards 2014 for Cultural Heritage Conservation were announced in Bangkok.
V Nagarajan joined IGL as a new director
V Nagarajan took over as Director (Commercial) of Indraprastha Gas Ltd. (IGL).
Tony Abbott, the Prime Minister of Australia launched New Colombo Plan
Tony Abbott launched Australian New Colombo Plan to enhance student exchange and collaboration between
universities of India and Australia.
Indo-Nepal joint military exercise Surya Kiran-VII concluded at Pithoragarh
Indo-Nepal joint military exercise Surya Kiran-VII concluded on 31 August 2014 at Pithoragarh.
SC asked Union Government to clarify its stand on citizenship of surrogate children
SC asked Government to clarify stand on citizenship of children born in India via an Indian surrogate mother, when
biological mother is foreign national.
Ritu Rani to lead Indian Womens Hockey team in Asian Games 2014

Ritu Rani was selected to lead Indian women's hockey team in Asian Games 2014.
Government approved 7% hike in Dearness Allowance
Government approved 7% hike in DA to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief to pensioners. The
notification will be effective from 1 July 2014.
Chief Minister of AP announced Vijayawada region as the new capital of AP
Andhra Pradesh CM announced that the new capital of Andhra Pradesh would be located around Vijayawada.
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Tea Board of India postponed the implementation of Plant Protection Code
Tea Board of India decided to postpone the full implementation of the plant protection code.
Japan PM named five women for his new cabinet
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on 3 September 2014 named five women for his new cabinet.
Taslima received one year Visa to stay in India
The controversial writer of Bangladesh Taslima Nasreen has been granted a one-year long visa that allows her to
stay in India till August 2015.
Sri Lankas trade unionist, Bala Thampoe died
Trade Unionist Bala Thampoe died at the age of 92 in Sri Lanka.
Himachal Pradesh High Court banned animal sacrifice in HP
Himachal Pradesh High Court banned the centuries-old tradition of animals sacrifice in religious places in HP.
President released a Set of Eight Commemorative Postage Stamps on Indian Musicians
President of India, Pranab Mukherjee released a set of eight Commemorative Postage Stamps on Indian Musicians
brought out by the Department of Posts.
Qaedat al-Jihad, a terrorist outfit created by Al-Qaeda
Al-Qaeda announced creation of a new branch of terrorist outfit named Qaedat al-Jihad to carry out militancy & raise
the flag of jihad in South Asia.
Union Government amended Rule 10 of Lokpal Search Committee Rules granting it more autonomy
The Government has amended Rule 10 Lokpal Search Committee Rules and empowered the committee to shortlist
and recommend names.
Former CJI P Sathasivam appointed as Governor of Kerala
P Sathasivam appointed as the new Governor of Kerala. His appointment came after President accepted resignation
of Sheila Dikshit from her office.
Union Finance Ministry constituted H R Khan panel to evaluate unclaimed PPF
Union Finance Minister constituted H R Khan panel to assess unclaimed deposits in the PPF accounts.
President cleared the appointment of Justice H.L. Dattu as 42nd CJI
President Pranab Mukherjee cleared the appointment of Justice H L Dattu as the 42nd CJI.
India slipped to 71st rank in WEF's annual Global Competitiveness List 2014-2015
India slipped to 71st position in the global competitiveness list of World Economic Forum.
Oxford Summit of Leaders conferred Mrunalinidevi Puar with Best Manager Award
Mrunalinidevi Puar conferred with the Best Manager award.
Japan Researchers developed new method called RT-LAMP to detect Ebola virus
Japan researchers developed a new method called RT-LAMP to detect the presence of the Ebola virus in 30 mins.
Union MHA approved forest land diversion to fight Maoists
Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on 2 September 2014 approved diversion of forest land to fight Maoists.
Karnataka became first state in India to launch Health Adalat
Karnataka became the first State to launch a Health Adalat in Gulbarga, Karnataka.
Bombay High Court set up V V Daga Committee to conduct forensic audit of NSEL
Bombay High Court set up a committee to conduct forensic audit of NSEL
Congress party secured chairmanship of five DRSCs of the Parliament
Five leaders of Congress Party secured the chairmanship of five Parliamentary Standing Committees.
CAD narrowed down to 1.7 per cent of GDP in Q1 of 2014-15: RBI
CAD in Q1 of 2014-15 narrowed down to 1.7 percent due to fall in gold imports.
Jammu & Kashmir government formed panel for welfare of transgenders
Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) government formed a panel for welfare of transgenders in the state.
GMR Infrastructure signed MOU with JBIC for infra sector
GMR Infrastructure on 2 September 2014 signed MOU with JBIC for infrastructure sector.
Ukraine pulled back troops from Luhansk Airport
Luhansk airport in eastern Ukraine was in news because of Ukrainian troops pulling back from the airport on 1
September 2014.
Union Health Ministry launched revised strategy to eradicate Kala azar by 2015 in Patna
Union Health Ministry launched the revised strategy to eradicate Kala azar from India by 2015 on 2 September 2014.
Vinod Mehta selected for G K Reddy Memorial Award 2014
Vinod Mehta was selected for G K Reddy Memorial Award 2014.
World's Oldest Test cricketer Norman Gordon died
The world`s oldest test cricketer Norman Gordon died in Johannesburg on 2 September 2014.
Israel to take over West Bank land
Israel on 31 August 2014 announced to take over West Bank land.
Former Attorney General of India Goolam Essaji Vahanvati died
Former Attorney General of India Goolam Essaji Vahanvati died on 2 September 2014.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated TCS Japan Technology and Culture Academy in Japan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the TCS Japan Technology and Culture Academy in Japan on 2
September 2014.
Union Government constituted a panel to review environment laws
Union Government on 2 September 2014 constituted a committee to review five environment laws.
Former Foreign Secretary A.P. Venkateswaran died
Former foreign secretary AP Venkateshwaran died on 2 September 2014.

Blue Economy-International workshop on sustainable growth held in Bangladesh
Blue Economy-International Seminar was held to discuss better ways to explore the resources of the Bay of Bengal.
Libyan Government lost its control over state offices in Tripoli to Militants
Libyan Government on 1 September 2014 lost its control over state offices in Tripoli to Militants.
Sint Martin General Election 2014
The General election of Sint Marteen was held on 29 August 2014.
Ecuador unveiled plans to issue worlds first digital currency
Ecuador on 29 August 2014 unveiled plans to issue worlds first digital currency. The currency will be issued by
Central Bank of Ecuador.
Tessy Thomas and V. Ravindranath became first Women directors in IIT council
Tessy Thomas and V. Ravindranath on 1 September 2014 became first Women directors in IIT council.
Japan removed six Indian space and defence entities from foreign end users list
Japan removed six Indian space and defence entities from the foreign end users list.
Abkhazia midterm Presidential Election 2014, Raul Khajimba won the election
The presidential midterm election of Abkhazia was held on 24 August 2014.
Lesotho Prime Minister Tom Thabane deposed by Coup Leader Kamoli
Lesotho Prime Minister Tom Thabane was deposed by the military coup led by army commander Lieutenant-General
Tlali Kamoli.
RBI issued guidelines on implementation of Basel III Capital Regulations
RBI issued guidelines on implementation of Basel III Capital Regulations.
Union Government relaxed onion import norms
Union Government relaxed the import norms of Onion. It allowed fumigation in India up to 30 November 2014.
Hockey Player Manpreet Singh named Junior Men Player of the Year by AHF
Hockey Player Manpreet Singh on 31 August 2014 named Junior Men Player of the Year by Asian Hockey
Federation.
RBI asked banks to set time line to process loans
To expedite credit decisions, RBI asked banks to set a timeline to process loans. However, RBI didnt set any
particular time frame for it.
Union Government to SC: It wants re-auction of all 218 coal blocks
Government informed to Supreme Court that it wants to re-auction of all 218 the coal blocks declared illegal by it.
United Bank of India declared Vijay Mallya as wilful defaulter
United Bank of India on 1 September 2014 declared debt-ridden Kingfisher Airlines and its owner Vijay Mallya as
wilful defaulters.
Ebola Virus Disease
Ebola Virus Disease
Saina Nehwal decided to train under new Coach Vimal Kumar
Saina Nehwal on 1 September 2014 decided to train under new Coach Vimal Kumar.
Venus Remedies tied up with Israel-based generic drug maker Teva
Pharmaceutical firm Venus Remedies tied up with Israel-based generic drug maker Teva on 1 September 2014 for
selling...
Renowned Kathak dancer Maya Rao died
Veteran Kathak dancer Maya Rao died on 1 September 2014 following a massive cardiac arrest on 31 August 2014.
Libyan parliament reappointed Abdullah al-Thinni as Prime Minister
Libyan parliament reappointed Abdullah al-Thinni as the Prime Minister on 1 September 2014 as the government...
KPMG-FICCI study ranked India among top three medical tourism destinations in Asia
Medical Value Travel in India ranked India among top three medical tourism destinations in Asia. Other two countries
are Thailand & Singapore.
Himachal HC banned animal sacrifice at any place of public religious worship
Himachal Pradesh High Court banned animal sacrifice in any place of public religious worship to appease deities
throughout the state.
Jammu and Kashmir Assembly passed amendment of Reservation Act 2004
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Pak Army chief Gen Raheel Sharif appointed as mediator to defuse political crisis

Published on: 30-AUG-2014

Published on: 29-AUG-2014

Published on: 29-AUG-2014

Important for Exam: 48 people agreed

SC put on hold the implementation of its 1983 Judgement till 2024

Sheila Dikshit, the Governor of Kerala resigned

Coal Blocks allocated from 1993 to 2010 are illegal: SC

Important for Exam: 196 people agreed

UNHRC launched massive aid operation for Iraqis fleeing violence

Jammu and Kashmir to host Football Federation Cup in August 2015

Important for Exam: 26 people agreed

Important for Exam: 18 people agreed

Published on: 13-AUG-2014

AIMA Managing India Awards 2014 awards announced

Important for Exam: 55 people agreed

NCW Chairperson Mamta Sharma demitted office

Important for Exam: 71 people agreed

Heavy downpour caused landslide in the Malin Village near Pune

Published on: 30-SEP-2014

Auto Portal Cardekho acquired Gaadi.com for 11 million US dollar

Important for Exam: 87 people agreed

Published on: 26-SEP-2014

Published on: 25-SEP-2014

Union Government declared September 25 as Antyodya diwas

Important for Exam: 68 people agreed

Ancient Nalanda University inaugurated after 800 years

Published on: 19-SEP-2014

Published on: 19-SEP-2014

President Pranab Mukherjee visited Cu Chi tunnels in Vietnam

Important for Exam: 56 people agreed

Published on: 17-SEP-2014

Published on: 16-SEP-2014

Important for Exam: 56 people agreed

BlackBerry acquired UK mobile technology start-up Movirtu

Important for Exam: 17 people agreed

Puducherry's Police Department established a Rape Crisis Intervention Centre

Published on: 10-SEP-2014

Dr. Kamal Bawa won MIDORI Prize in Biodiversity 2014

Published on: 08-SEP-2014

Published on: 08-SEP-2014

Published on: 06-SEP-2014

Important for Exam: 50 people agreed

Former foreign secretary AP Venkateshwaran died on 2 September 2014.

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