M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference
News-PM Inaugurates M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference.
- Event – M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference 2025.
- Date & Venue – August 7–9, 2025, at ICAR-PUSA, New Delhi.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi – inaugurated the event.
- Theme – “Evergreen Revolution – The Pathway to Biohappiness.”
- Occasion – Birth centenary of Prof. M.S. Swaminathan, Father of India’s Green Revolution.
- Focus – Sustainable agriculture, food security, and social equity.
- The first Swaminathan Award was conferred on Prof. Adenle of Nigeria for work with marginalized communities.
Annu Rani
News- India’s Annu Rani Wins Gold In Women’s Javelin Throw At International Wiesław Maniak Memorial.
- Event – International Wiesław Maniak Memorial, Poland.
• Winner – India’s Annu Rani won gold in women’s javelin throw.
• Performance – Season-best 62.59m; first attempt 60.96m, second attempt 62.59m, final attempt 60.07m.
• Other Medalists – Silver: Eda Tugsuz (Turkey) – 58.36m; Bronze: Lianna Davidson (Australia) – 58.24m.
• Significance – Among top 15 women’s javelin throwers this season; aiming for 64m qualification for 2025 World Athletics Championships, Tokyo.
• Other Indian Performances –
– Pooja – 3rd in women’s 800m (2:02.95).
– Jisna Mathew – 6th in women’s 400m (54.12s).
First-Ever Archery League
News- Archery Association of India Launches First-Ever Archery League.
• Event – India’s first franchise-based Archery League announced by Archery Association of India (AAI).
• Schedule & Venue – October 2025, 11-day event at Yamuna Sports Complex, Delhi.
• Format – Six franchise teams with:
– Top Indian archers (Olympic & national medalists).
– Foreign players, including world top 10.
• Objective – Blend domestic and international talent for competitive, entertaining matches.
• Support – Backed by World Archery, World Archery Asia, and India’s Sports Ministry.
• Significance – Aims to boost India’s sporting ecosystem, provide global exposure, and enhance recognition for Indian archers.
Kartavya Bhavan-3
News-PM Modi Inaugurates Kartavya Bhavan-3 at Central Vista.
• Event – PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan-3 at Kartavya Path, New Delhi on 6 August 2025.
• Project – First Common Central Secretariat building under Central Vista Project.
• Size & Structure – 1.5 lakh sq. m; 2 basements + 7 floors.
• Ministries Housed – Home, External Affairs, MSME, Rural Development, DoPT, Petroleum, and others.
• Facilities – IT-ready secure workspaces, electronic surveillance, centralized control systems.
• Sustainability – 30% energy savings; 5 lakh+ units of electricity/year; solar panels, HVAC, rainwater harvesting, zero-discharge waste management.
• Eco Features – E-vehicle charging, recycled materials, solid waste processing.
National Handloom Day
News-11th National Handloom Day Celebrated on 7th August 2025.
• Event – 11th National Handloom Day celebrated on 7 August 2025.
• Theme – “Weaving Innovation into Tradition.”
• Significance – Marks anniversary of the Swadeshi Movement (1905); first observed in 2015.
• Venue & Lead – Celebrations led by President Droupadi Murmu at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• Highlights –
– Awards to 24 weavers.
– Launch of “Haat on Wheels” and Handloom Expo.
– Handloom Hackathon 2025 at IIT Delhi.
• Sector Impact – Supports 35 lakh+ workers, many women; promotes sustainable, eco-friendly fashion.
MCQs
Q1. What is the theme of the M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference 2025?
A) “Green Revolution 2.0 – A Sustainable Path”
B) “Evergreen Revolution – The Pathway to Biohappiness”
C) “Food Security for All – A Global Mission”
D) “Agro-Innovation for Future Generations”
Q2. What is the theme of the 11th National Handloom Day?
A) “Threads of Tradition”
B) “Weaving Innovation into Tradition”
C) “Handloom for a Sustainable Future”
D) “Crafting India’s Heritage”
Q3. Who announced India’s first franchise-based Archery League?
A) Sports Authority of India
B) Archery Association of India (AAI)
C) Indian Olympic Association
D) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Q4. At which event did Annu Rani win gold in women’s javelin throw?
A) Asian Games
B) International Wiesław Maniak Memorial
C) World Athletics Championships
D) Commonwealth Games
Q5. Who inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan-3 on 6 August 2025?
A) President Droupadi Murmu
B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C) Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar
D) Union Home Minister