Current Affairs - July 31, 2023 Current Affairs

The ULLAS: Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram was launched by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan during the Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam 2023. The ULLAS initiative aims to revolutionize education and literacy in India by creating a comprehensive learning ecosystem that bridges gaps in basic literacy and critical life skills. The ULLAS initiative operates through volunteerism, encouraging individuals to participate as DUTY or Kartavya Bodh towards nation-building.

The "Har Ghar Tiranga" programme urges people to hoist the tricolour at their homes to honour the sacrifices made for the freedom of the country.

Lok Sabha Speaker, Om Birla, inaugurated the new building of the Assam Legislative Assembly on July 30th in Guwahati, in the presence of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Prof Ganesan Kannabiran has been appointed as the new Director of NAAC. Prof Ganesan Kannabiran served as the founding director of IIIT, Andhra Pradesh, from 2018 to 2023. The primary mandate of NAAC is to assess and accredit higher education institutions in India. NAAC's grading system ranges from 'A++' (highest) to 'C' (lowest).

Nisha Desai Biswal has been confirmed as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC).

Ratan Tata is set to receive the first Maharashtra Udyog Ratna Award from the Maharashtra Government for his contributions to the industrial sector. The Maharashtra Bhushan Award is the state's highest award conferred to eminent people. Ratan Tata is credited with transforming the Tata Group into a global leader in various industries.

The GSCD aims to offer guarantee cover against debt raised or to be raised by the CDMDF, adding stability to the market in times of dislocation.

The 2023 World Aquatics Championships took place in Fukuoka, Japan from July 14 to July 30.

The book 'Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die' is written by Dr. Nazema Maraikayar and Dr. Y.S. Rajan.

The report revealed India’s tiger population estimate of 3,925, with an annual growth rate of 6.1%. India currently harbours almost 75% of the world’s wild tiger population.

World Ranger Day is observed on July 31st. The theme of World Ranger Day 2023 is "30 by 30," highlighting the goal of conserving at least 30 per cent of the planet's areas by 2030. The tragic loss of eight rangers on duty in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo, led to the establishment of World Ranger Day.

The Indian women's hockey team won the Torneo del Centenario 2023 title by defeating hosts Spain 3-0 in Terrassa, Barcelona.

The 'CM Command Centre' is a technological initiative launched in Uttar Pradesh for evaluating governance and ensuring the accessibility of government schemes and services.

Shivendra Nath, a 1994-batch officer of UPSC, has been chosen as the next Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Engineering Projects India Ltd (EPIL).

Amazon India has inaugurated its first-ever floating store on Dal Lake in Srinagar, Kashmir.

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav launched the Resource Efficiency Circular Economy Industry Coalition (RECEIC) under India's G20 Presidency to promote resource efficiency and circular economy practices worldwide.

Iga Swiatek secured her first WTA title in her home country, dominating Laura Siegemund with a commanding 6-0, 6-1 triumph in Warsaw, Poland.

National Mountain Climbing Day commemorates the remarkable achievement of Bobby Matthews and Josh Madigan, who climbed all 46 peaks of the Adirondack Mountains in New York.

Amazon India's last-mile delivery program is called 'I Have Space.'

The International Day of Friendship is celebrated every year on July 30th. The International Day of Friendship emphasizes fostering unity, understanding, and peace among diverse communities and cultures. The International Day of Friendship was established by the UN General Assembly in the year 2011.