Current Affairs 5 August 2026

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Category	Important Updates
National Affairs	PM-VBRY completes 1 year with 72 lakh formal jobs; Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh designated 101st Ramsar Site; PM launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva’ campaign; Commemorative stamp on Satish Gujral released; IAF Exercise ROTOR CLAP-III; BEL & Esri India sign MoU for Defence GIS solutions
International Affairs	Environmental Performance Index 2026 released (India ranks 176th); Pacific Island country Nauru renamed Republic of Naoero
Banking & Finance	HDFC Bank launches ‘Max for Seniors’ & ‘Max for Her’ savings accounts; RBI appoints Monisha Chakraborty as Executive Director
Economy & Business	ASSOCHAM signs MoUs with Business France & IACCIA to boost trade cooperation
Appointments & Resignations	A S Rajeev assumes charge as Acting Central Vigilance Commissioner; Monisha Chakraborty appointed ED at RBI
Environment & Ecology	ZSI completes India’s first Catalogue of Lepidoptera documenting 13,703 species
Sports	Anahat Singh becomes first Indian to win World Junior Squash Championship 2026
Books & Authors	Prashant Agrawal’s book on Project Cheetah released
Important Days	National Bone and Joint Day observed on 4 August 2026
State News	Visakhapatnam and Moscow sign MoC for smart urban transport cooperation

📑 Current Affairs Summary

Current Affairs Summary

यह अगस्त 2026 के ताजातरीन करेंट अफेयर्स हैं, जिनमें राष्ट्रीय, अंतरराष्ट्रीय, बैंकिंग, पर्यावरण, खेल, नियुक्ति जैसे प्रमुख विषय शामिल हैं। प्रमुख घटनाओं में PM-VBRY योजना के एक वर्ष पूरे होना, भारत का 101वां रामसर स्थल घोषित होना, और RBI के नए ED की नियुक्ति जैसे महत्वपूर्ण अपडेट शामिल हैं। यह जानकारी SSC, UPSC, बैंकिंग और अन्य सरकारी परीक्षाओं के लिए बेहद उपयोगी है।

📑 Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs

यहाँ अगस्त 2026 के ताजा करेंट अफेयर्स दिए गए हैं, जिनमें देश-विदेश की प्रमुख खबरें, सरकारी योजनाएँ, महत्वपूर्ण नियुक्तियाँ, पर्यावरण से जुड़ी जानकारियाँ एवं खेल जगत की उपलब्धियां शामिल हैं। ये जानकारियाँ SSC, UPSC, बैंकिंग, रेलवे और अन्य प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं के लिए उपयुक्त हैं।

📑 National Affairs

National Affairs

PM-VBRY Completes 1 Year, 72 Lakh First-Time Workers Formalised

What Happened: Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) completed one year on 1 August 2026, formalising over 72 lakh first-time employees. Who / Organization: Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoL&E) through Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). When: From 1 August 2025 to 31 July 2027 (ongoing scheme). Key Details: The scheme has a total outlay of Rs. 99,446 crore and is divided into two parts: one offering financial assistance to first-time employees, and another providing incentives to employers creating additional jobs. Significance: Encourages formal employment and sustained job creation in India.

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh Designated as India’s 101st Ramsar Site

What Happened: Glaw Lake in Tawang district was designated as India’s 101st Ramsar Site in August 2026. Who / Organization: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC). Where: Glaw Lake, Arunachal Pradesh, located within Kamlang Tiger Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. Key Details: The lake is a pristine freshwater body fed by mountain streams, supporting over 150 tree species and 49 orchid species, highlighting its rich biodiversity. Significance: Arunachal Pradesh’s first Ramsar site, recognizing the lake as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention.

PM Modi Launches 100-Week ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’

What Happened: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a 100-week nationwide campaign against substance abuse in August 2026. Who / Organization: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE). Key Details: The campaign engages youth through art, culture, sports and meditation activities every Sunday for 100 weeks, aiming for a drug-free India. Related Initiative: Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA), launched in August 2020 under National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction.

Department of Posts Releases Commemorative Stamp for Satish Gujral’s Birth Centenary

What Happened: Rs.5 commemorative postage stamp released in August 2026 to mark the 100th birth anniversary of Padma Vibhushan awardee Satish Gujral. Who / Organization: Department of Posts, Ministry of Communications; unveiled by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia. Stamp Details: Designed by Anuj Kumar, featuring Satish Gujral’s 2010 acrylic self-portrait. About Satish Gujral: Renowned multidisciplinary artist awarded Padma Vibhushan in 1999.

IAF Conducts Exercise ‘ROTOR CLAP-III’ in Rajasthan to Enhance Counter-Drone Capability

What Happened: The Indian Air Force conducted the third edition of Exercise ROTOR CLAP-III on 1-2 August 2026 at Pokhran Field Firing Range. Key Details: The exercise focused on helicopter-based counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) operations with live missile and rocket firing. Participation: Helicopters involved included AH-64 Apache, Mi-25/35, HAL Prachand, CH-47 Chinook, Mi-17, and HAL Dhruv. Significance: Strengthens IAF’s operational readiness against emerging drone threats.

BEL and Esri India Sign MoU to Develop GIS & GeoAI Solutions for Defence Sector

What Happened: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Esri India signed an MoU in August 2026 to develop GIS, location intelligence, and GeoAI solutions for defence. Who: Rajnish Sharma (BEL Director), Agendra Kumar (MD, Esri India). Key Details: The partnership supports Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India by promoting indigenous defence technology and includes training using Esri’s Indo ArcGIS platform. About BEL: Navratna CPSE established in 1954, headquartered in Bengaluru.

📑 International Affairs

International Affairs

Environmental Performance Index 2026: Estonia Tops; India Ranks 176th

What Happened: Yale University released EPI 2026 ranking in July 2026. India’s Rank: 176th out of 177 countries with a score of 22.46, below the regional average of 31.81. Top Countries: Estonia (1st), Luxembourg (2nd), UK (3rd), Finland (4th), Netherlands (5th). Bottom Countries: Laos (177th), India (176th), Bangladesh (175th), Mali (174th), Viet Nam (173rd). India’s Performance: Poor in air quality and biodiversity; better in climate change and waste management sectors.

Pacific Island Country Nauru Renamed as Republic of Naoero

What Happened: In August 2026, Nauru officially changed its name to Republic of Naoero following a constitutional amendment. Key Details: Country code changed from NRU to NRO; citizens called dei-Naoero. About Naoero: Pacific island nation in Oceania, population around 12,000, President David Adeang.

📑 Banking Finance

Banking & Finance

HDFC Bank Launches ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ Savings Accounts

What Happened: In August 2026, HDFC Bank launched two new savings account variants tailored for senior citizens and women. Max for Seniors: Cyber insurance cover up to Rs 25,000; debit card-linked accidental death cover up to Rs 3.19 crore; Auto Sweep facility for FD-like returns; extra 0.5% interest on FDs. Max for Her: FD-like returns on surplus savings; accidental death cover up to Rs 3.19 crore plus Rs 10 lakh accident cover; complimentary health check-up; airport lounge access; 50% discount on locker charges.

RBI Appoints Monisha Chakraborty as Executive Director

What Happened: Monisha Chakraborty appointed as Executive Director of RBI from 3 August 2026. Role: Oversee Foreign Exchange Department and Financial Markets Regulation Department. Profile: Over 30 years of RBI experience, previously Chief General Manager-in-Charge of Department of Supervision.

📑 Economy Business

Economy & Business

ASSOCHAM Signs MoUs with Business France and IACCIA

What Happened: In August 2026, ASSOCHAM signed MoUs with Business France and India & Arab Countries Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (IACCIA). Purpose: To boost trade, investment, technology collaboration, and business opportunities between India-France and India-Arab countries. Significance: Enhances India’s global trade ecosystem through cross-border partnerships.

📑 Appointments Resignations

Appointments & Resignations

A S Rajeev Assumes Charge as Acting Central Vigilance Commissioner

What Happened: A S Rajeev took charge on 3 August 2026, succeeding Praveen Kumar Srivastava. Profile: Over 38 years of banking experience, former MD & CEO of Bank of Maharashtra, served as Vice Chairman of Indian Banks’ Association.

RBI Appoints Monisha Chakraborty as Executive Director

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📑 Environment Ecology

Environment & Ecology

ZSI Completes India’s First Catalogue of Lepidoptera

What Happened: Zoological Survey of India completed a 22-volume Catalogue of Indian Lepidoptera documenting 13,703 species. Key Details: Includes 1,417 butterfly species and 12,286 moths, representing 8.25% of world’s lepidoptera diversity. Focus: Catalogue of moth superfamily Geometroidea with 2,205 species in India, about 8.80% of global diversity.

📑 Sports

Sports

Anahat Singh Becomes First Indian to Win World Junior Squash Championships

What Happened: 18-year-old Anahat Singh won the 2026 women’s singles title at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada. Details: Defeated Egypt’s Ruqayya Salem 3-0 ending Egypt’s 15-year dominance. Significance: India’s best-ever result in World Junior Squash Championships, surpassing Joshna Chinappa’s 2005 runner-up finish.

📑 Books Authors

Books & Authors

Prashant Agrawal’s Book “Bringing the Cheetah Back to India” Released

What Happened: Book chronicles India’s cheetah reintroduction project highlighting diplomatic and conservation efforts. Author: Prashant Agrawal, IFS officer of 1998 batch (MP cadre). Project Cheetah: Involves translocation of African cheetahs to Kuno National Park, MP, started in 2022.

⭐ Important Days

Important Days

National Bone and Joint Day 2026 – August 4

What Happened: Observed annually to promote musculoskeletal health and preventive orthopaedics. Background: Observed since 2012 by Indian Orthopaedic Association; Bone and Joint Week from 4-10 August. Significance: Encourages healthy lifestyle for bone and joint care.

📑 State News

State News

Visakhapatnam and Moscow Sign MoC for Smart Urban Transport

What Happened: MoC signed in August 2026 between Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation and Government of Moscow. Key Areas: Smart mobility, sustainable transport, digital innovation, AI-enabled transport management. Significance: Aims to modernize Visakhapatnam’s urban transport and boost regional economy through technology exchange.

📝 Important Facts For Exams

Important Facts for Exams

PM-VBRY launched August 2025 with Rs 99,446 crore outlay, completed 1 year on 1 August 2026.
Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh designated India’s 101st Ramsar Site in August 2026.
PM Modi launched ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’ campaign in August 2026.
Satish Gujral commemorative stamp released in August 2026 by Department of Posts.
Exercise ROTOR CLAP-III conducted by IAF on 1-2 August 2026 at Pokhran, Rajasthan.
BEL and Esri India signed MoU in August 2026 for GIS & GeoAI defence solutions.
India ranked 176th in Environmental Performance Index 2026 released by Yale University.
Nauru renamed Republic of Naoero in August 2026.
HDFC Bank launched ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ accounts in August 2026.
A S Rajeev appointed Acting Central Vigilance Commissioner on 3 August 2026.
Monisha Chakraborty appointed RBI Executive Director effective 3 August 2026.
Zoological Survey of India completed Catalogue of Lepidoptera documenting 13,703 species.
Anahat Singh won World Junior Squash Championship 2026 women’s singles title.
Prashant Agrawal released a book on Project Cheetah conservation efforts.
National Bone and Joint Day observed on 4 August annually since 2012.
Visakhapatnam and Moscow signed MoC for smart urban transport in August 2026.

📑 Current Affairs One Liners

Current Affairs One-Liners

Question: PM-VBRY ने कितने पहले कर्मचारियों को फॉर्मल सेक्टर में जोड़ा? Answer: 72 लाख से अधिक।
Question: भारत का 101वां रामसर स्थल कौन सा है? Answer: ग्लाव लेक, अरुणाचल प्रदेश।
Question: ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’ कब लॉन्च हुआ? Answer: अगस्त 2026 में।
Question: सतिश गुज्राल की जन्म शताब्दी पर कितनी कीमत का डाक टिकट जारी हुआ? Answer: Rs.5।
Question: IAF ने Counter-UAS एक्सरसाइज ‘ROTOR CLAP-III’ कहाँ आयोजित की? Answer: पोखरण फील्ड फायरिंग रेंज, राजस्थान।
Question: BEL और Esri India ने किस क्षेत्र में सहयोग के लिए MoU किया? Answer: GIS और GeoAI डिफेंस सॉल्यूशंस।
Question: EPI 2026 में भारत की रैंक क्या रही? Answer: 176वां।
Question: नाउरू देश का नया नाम क्या रखा गया? Answer: रिपब्लिक ऑफ नाओएरो।
Question: HDFC बैंक के ‘Max for Seniors’ अकाउंट में अधिकतम दुर्घटना मृत्यु कवर कितनी है? Answer: Rs 3.19 करोड़।
Question: RBI के नए Executive Director कौन नियुक्त हुए? Answer: मोनिषा चक्रवर्ती।
Question: भारत में तितलियों और पतंगों की कुल प्रजातियाँ कितनी हैं? Answer: 13,703।
Question: विश्व जूनियर स्क्वाश चैम्पियनशिप 2026 की महिला विजेता कौन बनी? Answer: अनाहत सिंह।
Question: राष्ट्रीय हड्डी और जोड़ दिवस कब मनाया जाता है? Answer: 4 अगस्त।
Question: विशाखापत्तनम और मॉस्को के बीच किस क्षेत्र में MoC हुआ? Answer: स्मार्ट शहरी परिवहन।

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Q: PM-VBRY योजना कब शुरू हुई और उसका उद्देश्य क्या है? A: यह योजना 1 अगस्त 2025 से शुरू हुई, जिसका उद्देश्य पहली बार फॉर्मल सेक्टर में रोजगार पाने वाले कर्मचारियों और नियोक्ताओं को प्रोत्साहन देना है।
Q: ग्लाव लेक को भारत का 101वां रामसर स्थल कब घोषित किया गया? A: अगस्त 2026 में।
Q: ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’ का उद्देश्य क्या है? A: युवाओं को नशामुक्त करने और भारत को ड्रग-फ्री बनाने का अभियान।
Q: भारत का EPI 2026 में क्या रैंक है? A: 176वां।
Q: Anahat Singh ने किस खेल में विश्व जूनियर चैंपियनशिप जीती? A: स्क्वाश।

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Current Affairs 5 August 2026

Current Affairs Summary

Daily Current Affairs

National Affairs

PM-VBRY Completes 1 Year, 72 Lakh First-Time Workers Formalised

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh Designated as India’s 101st Ramsar Site

PM Modi Launches 100-Week ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’

Department of Posts Releases Commemorative Stamp for Satish Gujral’s Birth Centenary

IAF Conducts Exercise ‘ROTOR CLAP-III’ in Rajasthan to Enhance Counter-Drone Capability

BEL and Esri India Sign MoU to Develop GIS & GeoAI Solutions for Defence Sector

International Affairs

Environmental Performance Index 2026: Estonia Tops; India Ranks 176th

Pacific Island Country Nauru Renamed as Republic of Naoero

Banking & Finance

HDFC Bank Launches ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ Savings Accounts

RBI Appoints Monisha Chakraborty as Executive Director

Economy & Business

ASSOCHAM Signs MoUs with Business France and IACCIA

Appointments & Resignations

A S Rajeev Assumes Charge as Acting Central Vigilance Commissioner

RBI Appoints Monisha Chakraborty as Executive Director

Environment & Ecology

ZSI Completes India’s First Catalogue of Lepidoptera

Sports

Anahat Singh Becomes First Indian to Win World Junior Squash Championships

Books & Authors

Prashant Agrawal’s Book “Bringing the Cheetah Back to India” Released

Important Days

National Bone and Joint Day 2026 – August 4

State News

Visakhapatnam and Moscow Sign MoC for Smart Urban Transport

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