Indian Women’s Team Won Dusseldorf 2023 Tournament

• The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team won against Spain at the 4 Nations Tournament-Dusseldorf 2023, Germany.

India Secures Second Rank at 16^th IOAA

• India has achieved the second position in the 16th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) held in Chorzów, Poland from August 10^th to 20^th, 2023.
• India secured four gold medals and one silver medal.
• United Kingdon achieved the first position in 16^th IOAA.

Justice Prakash Srivastava Appointed as NGT Chairperson

• Following the retirement of former Chairperson Justice A.K. Goel in July, Justice Prakash Srivastava has assumed the role of Chairperson at the National Green Tribunal (NGT).
• Prior to Justice Prakash Srivastava's appointment, Justice Sheo Kumar Singh had been serving as the Acting Chairperson.

LIC Acquires 6.7% Stake in Jio Financial Services

• Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) acquires 6.7% stake in Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL).
• JFSL is a non-banking financial services unit originating from the Reliance Industries.

Srettha Thavisin Elected as Thailand Prime Minister

• Srettha Thavisin, elected as the new Prime Minister of Thailand through a resounding victory in a parliamentary vote.

Khelo India Women’s League to be Renamed

• Anurag Singh Thakur, the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports for the Union, has announced the renaming of the Khelo India Women’s League, which will now be known as the "Asmita Women’s League."
• This purpose of renaming the league reflects the government's dedication to promote gender equality and fostering the active participation of women in the domain of sports.

Sachin Tendulkar to be EC’s National Icon

• Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar is set to assume the role of a "national icon" designated by the Election Commission (EC) to enhance awareness about the significance of increased voter engagement in the electoral procedures.
• An official Memorandum of Understanding will be formalized between Mr. Tendulkar and the election authority.
• This three-year collaboration will involve the cricketing legend in amplifying voter consciousness across the country.