US Coast Guard Day Celebrated Globally (August 4): Commemorated annually on August 4 to honor the military branch's founding on August 4, 1790. In comparison, Indian Coast Guard Day is celebrated on February 1, commemorating its establishment in 1977.
Cabinet Extends 'PM-KISAN' Scheme Through FY 2030–31: The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme through Financial Year 2030–31 (2031) to ensure direct income support for agrarian households across India.
IIT Delhi Inaugurates Center of Excellence in Handloom Technology: The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) officially inaugurated a specialized Center of Excellence in Handloom Technology to advance textile engineering, smart weaving looms, and sustainable fabric R&D.
Vice Admiral A.N. Pramod Takes Charge as Vice Chief of Naval Staff: Senior naval officer Vice Admiral A.N. Pramod officially assumed office as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS) of the Indian Navy.
Gloo Lake Declared Arunachal Pradesh's 1st Ramsar Site (101st in India): Located in the Anjaw district, Gloo Lake was officially designated as Arunachal Pradesh's 1st Ramsar Site, becoming India's 101st wetland of international importance (following Surha Taal in Ballia, UP, as the 100th).
Guwahati Hosts Opening Ceremony of 135th Durand Cup: The Assam state capital, Guwahati, hosted the official opening ceremony for the 135th Durand Cup Football Tournament, featuring matches across East and Northeast Indian venues.
President Murmu Inaugurates Jagadguru Kripalu University in Cuttack: President Droupadi Murmu officially inaugurated the Jagadguru Kripalu University campus in Cuttack, Odisha.
L. Subramaniam Conferred With Sri Lanka's Highest National Honor: Acclaimed Indian violin maestro L. Subramaniam was awarded Sri Lanka's highest civilian national honor for his lifelong international contributions to Carnatic fusion music and cultural diplomacy.
Anil Shashtri Authors Book on Electric Vehicles: Senior author and public figure Anil Shashtri released his new book titled "The EV Evolution: Then, Now and Next of Electric Vehicles."
Tanvi Sharma Wins Women's Singles Title at Taipei Open 2026: Rising Indian badminton star Tanvi Sharma won the Women's Singles title at the Taipei Open 2026 in Taiwan.
Willie Walsh Appointed CEO of IndiGo: International aviation veteran Willie Walsh was officially appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation).
Harshita Jakhar Becomes First Indian Female Cyclist at Tour de France Femmes: Professional cyclist Harshita Jakhar created history as the first Indian female cyclist to qualify and participate in the prestigious Tour de France Femmes.
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