News Updates & Current Affairs 2 August 2015
Studycopter brings to you 5 key News Updates & Current Affairs 2 August 2015
1. Tamil Nadu instituted Dr.A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Award for Youth
APJ Abdul Kalam – News Updates 2 August 2015
The State Government of Tamil Nadu instituted the youth award, Dr.A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Award for Youth, on 31st July 2015. The State also declared 15th October (A.P.J. Abdul Kalam’s Birthday) as Youth Revival Day. Read More
2. Pakistan became 1st non-European member of European Organisation for Nuclear Research
On 01st August 2015, Pakistan became first ever non-European member of the European Organisation for Nuclear Research also known as CERN. Read More
3. South Sudan became 206th member of IOC
South Sudan became 206th member of International Olympic Committee on 01st August 2015. The President of South Sudan is Salva Kiir Mayardit. Read More
4. NSSO report stated that 67.3% rural population of India used firewood for cooking
According to the data released by National Sample Survey on 01st August 2015, 67.3% rural population of India used firewood for cooking. Rural population of Tamil Nadu used highest number of LPG. Read More
5. Rajat Chauhan wins India’s first individual medal at World Archery Championship
Rajat Chauhan from India won Silver Medal in World Archery Championship. Earlier, he won Gold Medal in Asian Games 2014 held in Incheon, South Korea. Read More
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