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August 13 Current Affairs
- SSC/RRB/state exams frequently ask: day-based observances, government advisories/alerts, major meetings/approvals, market milestones, state-level decisions, and sports hosting bids.
- Expect crisp, fact-based questions on “which body/where/how many/by when” drawn from same‑day updates.
- Which body formally approved India’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games today, with Ahmedabad as proposed host city?
Answer: Indian Olympic Association (IOA). Explanation: IOA okayed the bid at its SGM; final bid due by Aug 31, 2025. (economictimes.indiatimes.com) - Where is the 3rd India–Singapore Ministerial Roundtable being held today?
Answer: New Delhi. Explanation: Both sides’ senior ministers are meeting in Delhi on Aug 13. (mfa.gov.sg, business-standard.com) - Which global health awareness day is observed today to promote pledging and donation?
Answer: World Organ Donation Day (Aug 13). Explanation: Aims to raise awareness and honor donors. (economictimes.indiatimes.com) - Which international observance celebrating left‑handed people falls today?
Answer: International Left‑Handers Day (Aug 13). Explanation: Annual awareness day for left‑handers. (awarenessdays.com) - Which state police opened a recruitment drive today for 4,543 posts?
Answer: Uttar Pradesh Police. Explanation: Online applications Aug 12–Sep 11 (notice carried today). (timesofindia.indiatimes.com) - In which state did education officers call off their indefinite strike today after government assurances?
Answer: Maharashtra. Explanation: Strike withdrawn following meeting with minister. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com) - Which city will host the jury meeting to pick India’s official Oscar entry this year (reported today)? Answer: Kolkata. Explanation: FFI to convene screenings and deliberations there. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
- Which meteor shower peaked overnight (Aug 12–13) for skywatchers in India?
Answer: Perseids. Explanation: Peak during the night and pre‑dawn hours today. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com) - Which former DHFL promoters were barred by SEBI (up to five years) as publicized today, with total penalties of ₹120 crore on ex‑executives?
Answer: Kapil Wadhawan and Dheeraj Wadhawan (among others). Explanation: SEBI debarments and fines detailed. (business-standard.com, ndtv.com)
Quick Prep Tips (for today-style questions)
- Track day-wise observances and national alerts; they’re PYQ favorites (e.g., Organ Donation Day, IMD red alerts).
- For economy/markets, note intraday levels and the trigger (inflation prints, policy moves).
- State updates matter: closures, strikes called off, recruitment notifications often feature in SSC/RRB.
- Use one reliable daily source plus a government/agency source (PIB/News On Air/IMD) for verification.
