Weekly Current Affairs One Liners (3rd to 9th August, 2026)

Weekly Current Affairs One Liners 3rd to 9th August, 2026

Weekly Current Affairs One Liners

3rd to 9th August, 2026

Week 32 • 2026

National International Economy Defence Sci-Tech Sports Awards Appointments Obituary Important Days

National Affairs

1. The Union Cabinet approved 'Samudra Manthan' — the National Offshore Exploration Scheme with an outlay of ₹84,084 crore to boost offshore oil and gas exploration till FY 2030-31. Govt Scheme
2. The Union Cabinet approved Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY) with an outlay of ₹5,070 crore for developing 5,000 MW floating solar projects with 10,000 MWh energy storage. Govt Scheme
3. The Union Cabinet approved the expanded Khelo India Scheme and enhanced Assistance to National Sports Federations (ANSFs) with a combined outlay of ₹36,441 crore for FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31. Govt Scheme
4. The Union Cabinet approved PM-KISAN Scheme for the next five years with an outlay of ₹3.15 lakh crore to continue direct income support to farmer families. Govt Scheme
5. The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana crossed 1 crore household registrations, marking a major milestone in India's rooftop solar revolution. Milestone
6. The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was passed by the Lok Sabha to make provisions for delayed registration more stringent. Important
7. The Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 was passed by Parliament, extending legal protection to Vande Mataram on par with the National Anthem. Important
8. The Ministry of AYUSH signed an MoU with IndiaAI to promote AI-driven innovation in traditional medicine systems including Ayurveda and Siddha. New
9. The Department of Financial Services (DFS) launched India's first sovereign-backed Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance product under the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP). New
10. The Ministry of Home Affairs notified new Immigration and Foreigners (Amendment) Rules, 2026, removing the post-stay grace period and introducing a time-bound online appeals system. Important
11. The BRICS WAVES Bazaar was held in Mumbai, bringing together over 500 delegates from BRICS member and partner countries for the creative economy marketplace. Event
12. The 48th Session of UNESCO World Heritage Committee was held in Busan, South Korea, where 25 new sites were inscribed including one from India. Global
13. The India-Maldives Favara-UPI Cross-Border Payment Corridor was launched, enabling real-time remittances from Maldives to India through UPI. New
14. The Ministry of Coal discussed commercial coal mining reforms and leveraging private sector participation in a Consultative Committee meeting. Policy
15. The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) and Modified UDAN Scheme were approved to connect 120 new destinations over the next decade. Scheme
16. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare notified stricter drugs rules to debar applicants submitting fake or fabricated data. Important
17. The National Handloom Day 2026 was celebrated on August 7, with the exhibition "Worlds Within Cloth: New Orders of Woven Making" opening at the National Crafts Museum, New Delhi. Event
18. The exhibition "Worlds Within Cloth" opened on 5 August 2026 at the National Crafts Museum, New Delhi, as part of National Handloom Day celebrations. Culture
19. The Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh was inaugurated by PM Modi on 1 August 2026, with commercial operations starting 17 August. Infra
20. The National Biodiversity Authority disbursed ₹8.22 crore as Access and Benefit Sharing funds for rice to research institutions and 33 State/UT Biodiversity Boards. Policy
21. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs released funds for the development of Scheduled Tribes in Karnataka and reviewed academic outcomes of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs). Welfare
22. The Department of Space addressed Parliament questions on India's position in the global launch market, development of space technology, and ISRO-supported applications in Jammu & Kashmir. Space
23. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took suo motu cognizance of the reported beating of a Dalit Class 4 student by a teacher in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. Human Rights
24. The Consultative Committee of Ministry of Defence discussed the Territorial Army and its role in national security. Defence
25. The Ministry of Steel reported that India's steel sector exhibited growth trends during April-July 2026, reflecting strong industrial momentum. Growth

International Affairs

26. Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as the 36th President of Colombia on 7 August 2026, succeeding Gustavo Petro after winning the closest presidential election in Colombia's history. Important
27. The 2026 Iran war continued with the Strait of Hormuz crisis, as Iran's Supreme National Security Council stated it would reopen the strait if the US lifts sanctions and halts military action. Global
28. Spain imposed temporary border checks on travelers from Italy after Italy introduced similar controls amid a dispute over migration policy following mass migrant arrivals in Ceuta. Diplomacy
29. The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company reported that 15 of its vessels were attacked while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz since the war with Iran started on February 28. Security
30. The 9th India Medical Device event was announced to be hosted by the Department of Pharmaceuticals and FICCI on August 7-8, 2026. Event
31. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that a 3-year-old boy and his grandparents were killed by a Russian drone strike in Kyiv. Conflict
32. A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, leaving at least 39 people dead. Disaster
33. About 80,000 migrants crossed the Morocco-Spain border at Ceuta, leading to at least 111 deaths in one of the largest border crossing incidents in recent history. Migration
34. An avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan killed ten climbers, highlighting the dangers faced by mountaineering expeditions in the Karakoram range. Disaster
35. Shootings in Thailand at a residence and a Debsirin School branch in Nonthaburi province left at least nine people dead. Security
36. Twenty people were killed in the Central African Republic after a fuel tanker overturned in Bangui. Accident
37. Sixteen people were killed in two separate road accidents in Sylhet Division and Bogra District, Bangladesh. Accident
38. Houthi attacks in Marib, Yemen killed at least eight government soldiers and two civilians, as the group launched missiles, drones and shelling. Conflict
39. The Sudanese armed forces repelled a surprise drone attack by the Rapid Support Forces in Dilling, South Kordofan. Conflict
40. A Russian drone strike hit the Chornomorets Stadium in Odesa, Ukraine, injuring two people according to the Odesa Oblast Governor. Conflict
41. The Israeli forces withdrew from the Qalandiyah refugee camp and Kafr 'Aqab neighborhood in occupied West Bank following a two-day raid, with Palestinian Authority reporting 51 injuries. Conflict

Economy & Business

42. India's gross GST collections in July 2026 reached ₹2.11 lakh crore, up 15.4% year-on-year, with net collections at ₹1.81 lakh crore. Important
43. India's Q4 FY26 GDP growth stood at 7.8%, beating both RBI and market expectations despite global headwinds. Important
44. UPI transactions in May 2026 reached a record high of ₹29.90 trillion, showing massive adoption of digital payments in India. Record
45. India's foreign exchange reserves rose to $682.32 billion despite a decline in gold holdings. Important
46. The Indian Steel Sector exhibited a growth trend during April-July 2026, reflecting strong industrial momentum. Growth
47. The Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) 5.0 surpassed one lakh guarantees, extending credit protection of over ₹48,000 crore to businesses. Scheme
48. The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions (CGSMFI-2.0) was extended until August 31, 2026, with the maximum loan cap increased to ₹1,000 crore. Scheme
49. Indian banks ranked among the best capitalised lenders in the Asia-Pacific region, according to S&P Global. Ranking
50. Google launched its first credit card in India on the RuPay network, expanding its financial services footprint. New
51. Amazon Pay introduced biometric UPI with fingerprint and face recognition for UPI transactions, enhancing digital payment security. Tech
52. JP Morgan announced plans to set up Asia's largest Global Capability Centre in India, signaling growing confidence in India's talent pool. Investment
53. The Competition Commission of India (CCI) cleared Sanlam Emerging Markets' acquisition of stake in Shriram Life Insurance Company. Regulatory
54. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs expanded CSR rules to include subscription to Zero Coupon Zero Principal instruments listed on Social Stock Exchanges. Policy
55. The Department of Financial Services launched a Common Landing Portal for unclaimed financial assets, making it easier to track dormant investments. Digital
56. The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) officially came into force on June 1, 2026, covering goods, services, investment and more. Trade
57. The ATF Price Stabilization Fund was approved with a one-time budgetary support of up to ₹10,000 crore to shield domestic airlines from volatile global fuel prices. Policy
58. Bajaj Finserv launched 'Finserv Intelligence' in partnership with IIT-Bombay, committing ₹1,500-2,000 crore over 5 years for AI innovation in fintech, health tech, and climate solutions. Partnership
59. The National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) partnered with Galgotias University to expand industry-aligned financial education in securities markets, derivatives, fintech, and risk management. Education
60. HDFC Bank received RBI approval to acquire up to 9.5% stake in IndusInd Bank, marking a significant development in the banking sector. Banking

Defence & Security

61. The Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully concluded Exercise ROTOR CLAP III, a week-long specialized counter-drone military drill at Pokhran, Rajasthan. Exercise
62. The fifth and final ship of the Diving Support Craft (DSC) project — DSC A24 (Yard 329) — was launched at Titagarh shipyard in Kolkata for the Indian Navy. Indigenous
63. The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹449 crore contract with Accord Software and Systems for procurement of 20 ECGNSS Jammers for the Indian Navy with 75% indigenous content. Deal
64. Project Kusha, India's indigenous air defence shield, was described by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh as a "game changer" for India's defence capabilities. Important
65. The Army inducted tanks in the Kashmir Valley for the first time, achieving a major logistics milestone and enhancing operational capabilities. Milestone
66. Operation Sheruwali, the large-scale counter-terrorism operation in Jammu & Kashmir's Rajouri district, continued using drones, thermal imaging and multi-agency coordination. Operation
67. India signed a strategic ₹5,800-crore deal to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam, with a similar agreement with Indonesia in final stages. Export
68. The Supreme Court declined a blanket ban on pellet guns, holding that they may be used in exceptional circumstances for crowd control. Judicial
69. The Smart Border Project will feature a 4-layer security mechanism, according to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Security
70. The Zojila tunnel breakthrough was achieved, hailed as a boost for military mobility and connectivity to strategic regions in Ladakh. Infra
71. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh was assigned additional charge as DRDO Chairman and Defence R&D Secretary. Appointment
72. The Workshop on Defence Procurement, iDEX, TPCR and Testing Procedures for MSMEs and Start-ups was held at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt. Event
73. Russian President Vladimir Putin offered India the advanced Sukhoi Su-57 stealth fighter aircraft and proposed joint production in India with full technology transfer. Defence
74. The Indian Navy's Command Clearance Diving Teams (CCDTs) will be bolstered by the DSC A24 vessel for complex underwater inspections, maintenance, and salvage assistance. Navy

Science & Technology

75. Nearly 120 scientists resigned from premier ISRO centers including UR Rao Satellite Centre and Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, raising concerns about brain drain. Important
76. IIT Bhubaneswar developed 'ArsenSafe', a portable device for detecting arsenic contamination in drinking water using nanotechnology and machine learning. Innovation
77. The India AI Mission launched Indigenous Varya, boosting domestic artificial intelligence capabilities and reducing dependence on foreign AI models. AI
78. NITI Aayog released a 10-year semiconductor roadmap titled "Future of India's Semiconductor Industry," aiming for a USD 120-150 billion value chain by 2035. Policy
79. Odisha signed an MoU with Intel and 3D Glass Solutions (3DGS) for a USD 3.3 billion advanced packaging glass core substrate manufacturing facility. Investment
80. The SkyCast aviation weather monitoring system was inaugurated at Delhi's IGI Airport, making India the 19th country to deploy such integrated technology. Infra
81. A new frog species was discovered in Nagaland, adding to India's rich biodiversity. Discovery
82. A novel breast cancer nanomedicine called MPPM showed promise in treatment, offering hope for better healthcare outcomes. Health
83. Astronomers made new discoveries about exoplanet WASP-94A b, expanding our knowledge of distant worlds. Space
84. A rare blue micromoon phenomenon was observed, creating excitement among astronomy enthusiasts. Astronomy
85. The 7th Regional Meteorological Centre was inaugurated in Jammu, strengthening weather monitoring capabilities in northern India. Infra
86. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated a DST-funded Central Instrumentation Facility and three research clusters at IIT Gandhinagar. Research
87. The India AI Mission's Indigenous Varya platform aims to boost domestic AI capabilities across healthcare, agriculture, and governance sectors. AI
88. The NASA MAVEN Mars mission provided new updates on the red planet's atmosphere, expanding our understanding of Mars. Space

Sports

89. Neeraj Chopra won silver and Yash Vir Singh bronze in men's javelin at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, taking India's medal tally to 23. Medal
90. Asmita Dey became the first Indian to win Commonwealth Games judo gold by defeating Canada's Heidi Quach in the women's 48kg final at Glasgow 2026. Historic
91. Harsh Singh became the first Indian man to win Commonwealth Games judo gold by defeating Australia's Joshua Katz in the men's 60kg final at Glasgow 2026. Historic
92. Tejaswin Shankar became the first Indian to win a Commonwealth Games decathlon medal, securing bronze at Glasgow 2026 with 7,976 points. Historic
93. R. Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian ever to win the Norway Chess 2026 title at just 20 years old. Historic
94. The inaugural Indian Athletics Awards 2026 were hosted by AFI in New Delhi, with Neeraj Chopra and Parul Chaudhary winning Best Male and Female Athlete. Awards
95. The first World Yogasana Championship 2026 was inaugurated by PM Modi in Ahmedabad, promoting yoga on the global competitive stage. Event
96. Jammu & Kashmir is set to host the international Indian style wrestling event 'Rustam-e-Jammu Kashmir'. Event
97. The FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement is building with four Indian-origin players set to feature in the tournament. Football
98. Lionel Messi became the first footballer ever to win the Princess of Asturias Sports Award. Award
99. India won the SAFF Women's Championship 2026, defeating Bangladesh 3-1 in the final for a record sixth title. Champion
100. India was crowned Men's U18 Asia Cup Champions after defeating Japan 4-1 in the gold medal match at Kakamigahara. Champion
101. The IPL Auction 2026 saw Prashant Veer and Kartik Sharma become joint most expensive uncapped players in IPL history. Cricket
102. Simon Harmer was named ICC Men's Player of the Month for November 2025, recognizing his outstanding performances. Cricket
103. The Filmfare OTT Awards 2025 saw 'Black Warrant' emerge as the big winner, recognizing excellence in digital content. Cinema

Awards & Recognition

104. The Panchayat Advancement Index won the Gold Award at the National e-Governance Awards 2026 for excellence in digital governance. Award
105. The MY Bharat platform earned a Guinness World Record for the largest online quiz participation. Record
106. PM Modi received Oman's highest civilian award, marking his 29th international honor. Honor
107. PM Modi became the first world leader to receive Ethiopia's highest award, recognizing contributions to bilateral relations. Honor
108. Idris Elba received a knighthood from King Charles III, becoming Sir Idris Elba. Honor
109. Singapore Changi Airport retained its title as the world's best airport at the Travel + Leisure Awards 2025. Award
110. Air India was named Best Domestic Airline at the Travel + Leisure Awards 2025, marking a turnaround for the carrier. Award
111. The Indian film 'Homebound' entered the Oscar 2026 shortlist for Best International Feature. Cinema
112. Tamil Nadu farmer Valluvan was honored as the FAO 'Soil Farmer Hero' for transforming his farm into a sustainable multi-crop enterprise. Recognition
113. J&K Bank won the Gold Award at the Finacle Innovation Awards 2026 for its AI-powered analytics platform. Award
114. Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty became the first woman President of the Press Club of India. Historic
115. Varsha Ashok Aglawe assumed charge as the first woman Director General of the Geological Survey of India in its 176-year history. Historic
116. The Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi honored 51 outstanding artistes at the SNA Samman Ceremony 2026. Culture

Appointments

117. Admiral Krishna Swaminathan officially assumed charge as India's new Chief of the Naval Staff. Important
118. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was appointed as the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force. Important
119. Saurabh Vijay took charge as CEO of the IndiaAI Mission, steering India's ambitious AI initiatives. Tech
120. Neelkanth Mishra was appointed as India's next Executive Director at the World Bank. Global
121. Vipul was appointed as India's next Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. Diplomacy
122. Lokhande Prashant Sitaram was appointed as the new CBSE Chairperson. Education
123. Varun Bhardwaj was named CBSE Secretary. Education
124. The President approved the appointment of five new judges to the Supreme Court, strengthening the apex court's capacity. Judicial
125. B. Sairam was appointed Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Coal India. PSU
126. Suresh Goyal took charge as Director General of NCAER. Research
127. Raj Kumar Goyal was appointed as Chief Information Commissioner. Transparency
128. Ajay Rajan took charge as MD & CEO of Protean eGov Technologies. Digital
129. Aman Jain was appointed as Meta India Head of Public Policy. Corporate
130. Ajai Kumar Shukla was appointed as PNB Housing Finance MD & CEO. Banking
131. The government extended the tenure of SBI Managing Director Ashwini Kumar Tewari by two years. Banking
132. RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan Janakiraman received a two-year extension until 2028. Banking
133. Air Marshal A K Bharti retired as Deputy Chief of Air Staff on 31 July 2026 after decades of service and a key role in Operation Sindoor. Retirement

Obituary

134. General Vishwa Nath Sharma (Retd.), former Chief of Army Staff (14th COAS), passed away at the age of 91 in New Delhi. Important
135. Franco Baresi, legendary AC Milan captain and Italian football icon, passed away at the age of 66 in Milan, Italy. Sports
136. Kailash Chandra Pant, renowned Hindi writer and Padma Shri awardee, passed away at the age of 90 in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Literature
137. K.P. Dhanapalan, senior Congress leader and former Kerala MP (15th Lok Sabha), passed away at the age of 76 in Paravur, Ernakulam. Politics
138. Ram Sutar, renowned sculptor and designer of the iconic Statue of Unity, passed away at the age of 100. Art

Important Days & Observances

139. World FinTech Day — observed annually on 1st August to commemorate the death anniversary of Cosimo de' Medici, father of modern banking. Observance
140. World Wide Web Day — observed annually on 1st August to commemorate Sir Tim Berners-Lee's invention of the WWW in 1989 at CERN. Observance
141. National Handloom Day — celebrated on 7th August to honor India's rich handloom heritage and weavers. National
142. World Day Against Child Labour — observed on June 12 to raise awareness about eliminating child labour globally. Global
143. World Environment Day — celebrated on June 5 with India launching E85 fuel as a major green initiative. Global
144. Telangana Formation Day — celebrated on June 2 marking the state's journey and achievements since its formation. State

Exam Preparation Tip

Focus on these high-yield topics for upcoming competitive exams:

• Government Schemes: Samudra Manthan (₹84,084 Cr), PM-SSY (₹5,070 Cr), Khelo India (₹36,441 Cr), PM-KISAN (₹3.15 Lakh Cr)
• International Relations: Colombia's new President Abelardo de la Espriella, India-Maldives Favara-UPI corridor, Strait of Hormuz crisis
• Sports: India's historic firsts at Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games (Judo, Decathlon), Praggnanandhaa's Norway Chess win
• Science & Tech: ISRO brain drain concerns, Semiconductor roadmap, ArsenSafe device by IIT Bhubaneswar
• Defence: BrahMos export to Vietnam, Exercise ROTOR CLAP III, Project Kusha indigenous air defence

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