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1.
The Russian government has chosen Anil Ambani's Pipavav shipyard for a
'Make in India' naval frigate order that is likely to exceed $3
billion, making it the private sector's biggest-ever warship-building
project. Russia, which has been keen to build the frigates at a Russian
shipyard, was firmly told last year that the order would only be placed
through the Make in India route but it would have the flexibility to
choose an Indian partner for the project.
2.
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, gave
its approval for signing and ratification of an Inter-Governmental
agreement between India and Armenia, on cooperation in the field of
Agriculture. This agreement will promote cooperation through short and
medium term programs, within the framework of the joint activities
mentioned in the agreement. The agreement will promote understanding of
best agricultural practices in the two countries and will be mutually
beneficial.
3.
An Indian American woman is among 12 faith leaders to be honoured as
"Champions of Change" by the White House for their efforts in protecting
environment and communities from the effects of climate change. Sunita
Viswanath, the only Indian American to figure in the list, has been
selected for her work to encourage Hindus to take care of the
environment. Working with women's and human rights organisations for
almost three decades, Sunita is co-founder and active board member of
human rights organisation, Women for Afghan Women.
4.
Modern Indian artist Sayed Haider Raza, has been conferred with the
highest French civilian honour, ‘The Legion of Honour’ for his peerless
achievements. The award was bestowed by ambassador Francois Richier at a
function at the French Embassy. The French honour was conferred on the
93-year-old artist in acknowledgment of his peerless achievements
transcending all boundaries, the lasting ties he has forged between
France and India, and his continuing artistic quest straddling nations,
cultures, religions and philosophies.
5.
Global aircraft maker Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems signed a pact
to collaborate in aerospace and defence manufacturing as well as to tap
into integrated systems development opportunities, including unmanned
aerial vehicles. The companies, under the memorandum of understanding,
intend to access markets jointly for products and platforms developed
together by Boeing and TASL. The collaboration, which is in line with
the government's 'Make in India' initiative, will not only work in the
domestic market but will also be for international markets.
6.
The Prime Minister formally launched the “Skill India Mission” and
unveiled the new National Policy for Skill Development and
Entrepreneurship 2015 on 15 July 2015 on the occasion of the World Youth
Skills Day. The aim of “Skill India Mission” is to converge and monitor
all skill development schemes across the country, promoting
entrepreneurship and equipping 500 million Indians with skills by 2022
that would enable them to find jobs. On this occasion Pradhan Mantri
Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), the flagship scheme of the Ministry of
Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, was also launched. PMKVY seeks
to inculcate various skills among 24 lakh youth, across India, over the
next one year.
7.
Union Rail Minister Suresh Prabhu inaugurated Gandhidham-Tuna Tekra
Port Rail Line (Gujarat), a newly constructed broad-gauge railway-line
which is the first Non-Government Railway Project of Indian Railways.
The 11-km long Gandhidham-Tuna Tekra Port rail line connects Gandhidham
in Kutch district of Gujarat with the Tuna-Tekra Port which are ports
situated around 20 km west of Kandla in Gulf of Kutch in the state.
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8.
Varanasi has been chosen as “City of Music” by UNESCO under the
Creative Cities Network. The city of Varanasi has been chosen in the
music category under UNESCO’s “Field of Excellence” plan. The inclusion
of Varanasi in this prestigious list paves the way for representing the
cultural heritage of the holy city on the world stage through the UNESCO
project.
9.
The Reserve Bank of India constituted a committee to work out a
medium-term (five-year) action plan for financial inclusion. The
14-member panel will be headed by RBI executive director Deepak Mohanty.
The Committee will work to spread the reach of financial services to
unbanked population.
10.
Sheila Ramani, famous Bollywood actress of 50s passed away. She was
83. She is well known for her performances in films like Driver and
Naukri.