The island of Ross Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands which holds much importance historically is now called as the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep. This island has been renamed in December 2018 for Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and his contribution to India’s freedom struggle. Near Sri Vijaya Puram, this island used to be …
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In the State of Maharashtra there are many traditional products, agriculture produce, textiles, handicrafts, and food items available which have been given the status of Geographical Indication Tags (GI Tags). These tags represent products that have a geographical identity, and it helps them protect their traditional identity and authenticity. Some of the famous GI tags …
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NH-22 Four-Laning Project in Bihar is sanctioned by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The project envisages development of a four-lane stretch of NH-22 from Muzaffarpur to Sonbarsa covering 82.578 km at the cost of ₹3,590.73 crore through Hybrid Annuity Mode (HAM). What Is the NH-22 Four-Laning …
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World Mosquito Day 2026 is celebrated on August 20 to bring attention to the dangers of mosquito bites, including various diseases that these insects carry. Dengue fever, malaria, and chikungunya are just a few mosquito-borne diseases that are a serious concern for public health. This day also marks a great breakthrough made in medicine in …
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Recently, the US government has slapped sanctions on the President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Tomoko Akane of Japan, and the Senior Trial Lawyer of the ICC, Abdoulaye Seye of Senegal, signaling an important phase in the US-ICC diplomatic affair. The sanctions were imposed on August 18, 2026, through a presidential executive order by …
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Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026 began in the National Capital , New Delhi from 18th of August 2026 with 108 teams participating in three different age categories at the prestigious junior level competition. This year, in the first game Meghalaya win over the Chandigarh in Junior Girls Under-17 category. Opening Ceremony of the 65th …
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As per the latest Hunger Hotspots report of 2026, which is a joint initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Food Programme (FAO-WFP), identifies 13 countries and territories where there is an acute risk of food insecurity. The reasons for the increase in the number of hungry people include conflict, climate shock, …
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The 31st Southern Zonal Council (SZC) meeting will be presided over by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on August 20, 2026, in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. The meeting will see the participation of members representing southern states and Union Territories for the discussion of the matters of coordination among governments. This meeting …
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US President Donald Trump, who is advocating for the SAVE America Act, a bill that calls for tough voter registration requirements in federal elections, has done it again, but this time using India’s electoral system as an example due to the use of voter identification documents and the small number of postal voting. In a …
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The Viksit Bharat Quiz 2026 on MyGov gives citizens an opportunity to test their knowledge of India’s development journey and the vision of a developed India. The quiz is organised in coordination with the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) and covers areas such as digital infrastructure, healthcare, education, social development and national milestones. The …
Welcome to the Current Affairs Section of Adda247. If you are preparing for Government Job Exams, then it is very important for you to read the Daily Current Affairs. All the important updates based on current affairs are included in this Daily Current Affairs 2026 article.
