NITI Aayog and UNDP sign MoU on Fast Tracking SDGs

• The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have formally entered into a notable Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
• This agreement aims to accelerate India's efforts in attaining its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), highlighting a strong dedication to promoting sustainable and all-encompassing progress within the nation.

Bandhan Bank to Received Authorization from RBI for Civil Pension Disbursement

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval to Bandhan Bank to operate as an authorized bank for pension disbursement.
• This authorization is in partnership with the Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO), an entity under the Ministry of Finance.
• Bandhan Bank will work in close coordination with CPAO to establish and optimize the procedure for distributing civil pensions.

Axis Bank Launches ‘Infinity Savings Account’

• Axis Bank has introduced a unique and pioneering savings account option known as the 'Infinity Savings Account.'
• This account is designed to meet the needs of tech-savvy customers who regularly embrace subscription-based models.
• This inventive savings account provides Axis Bank customers with special benefits, including exemption from the Average Monthly Balance (AMB) mandate, free debit cards, and the elimination of all domestic charges.
• These advantages come with a nominal monthly recurring fee of ₹150 or an annual fee of Rs 1650.

India Won Women’s Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier

• India emerged victorious in the inaugural Women’s Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier by defeating Thailand with a commanding score of 7-2 in the final match.

India's Largest Green Hydrogen Project in Odisha

• ACME Group, a leading player in the renewable energy sector, has partnered with Tata Steel Special Economic Zone Ltd. (TSSEZL) to initiate a substantial project focused on green hydrogen and green ammonia production.
• This will take shape in Odisha's Gopalpur Industrial Park and is anticipated to stand as the largest facility of its nature in India.

Bhaderwah Rajma and Sulai Honey of Jammu & Kashmir Got GI Tags

• Geographical Indication (GI) tags have been awarded to indigenous products from Jammu and Kashmir, namely Bhaderwah Rajma and Sulai honey from the districts of Doda and Ramban.

India’s First Woman Charge d’Affaires In Pakistan

• Geetika Srivastava, presently holding the position of joint secretary at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) headquarters, is set to assume the role of India's chargé d'affaires at the nation's high commission located in Islamabad, Pakistan.
• This appointment marks a significant milestone as, for the first time in 77 years of India's independence, a woman will be leading a diplomatic mission in Pakistan.

Rajasthan’s Priyan Sain Crowned Miss Earth India 2023

• Priyan Sain emerged victorious as the winner of Miss Earth India 2023 at the national final event of Miss Divine Beauty 2023 held in New Delhi on August 26.
• The crown was bestowed upon her by the current Miss Earth from Korea, Mina Sue Choi, who was present as a distinguished guest, along with Miss Earth Air from Australia, Sheridan Mortlock.