CURRENT AFFAIRS

CLOVES Syndrome Awareness Day is observed every year on 3rd August.

From August 1, 2025, Dr. A. Rajarajan, a seasoned scientist and expert in composite technology, has been appointed as the new Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram.

According to the Election Commission of India (ECI), the election for the next Vice President post will be held on September 9. This date has been announced after former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar submitted his resignation to the President of India under Article 67 (a) of the Constitution.

The Supreme Court has cited the persistent delays by Speakers in deciding anti-defection petitions and urged Parliament to reconsider whether the current system serves its democratic purpose.

National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on 7 August. This day is dedicated to honoring the rich heritage of the Indian handloom tradition and highlighting the valuable contribution of weavers.

Recently, the famous Patalpani–Kalakund heritage train has resumed operation in Madhya Pradesh.

A new blood group of the world was discovered in a 38-year-old woman of Kolar district of Karnataka, which was named 'CRIB'. This is being considered a historic achievement in hematology.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 20th installment of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana from Varanasi.

The Centre has notified a Single Window System for the appointment of Directors General of Police (DGPs) in the states in line with the directions of the Supreme Court.

India's Legal Aid System, despite being one of the largest systems in the world, is suffering from inadequate capacity, lack of awareness and access. This emphasises the urgent need to boost institutional and grassroots capacities to ensure justice, especially for the marginalised.