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30 stories for “Act” · August 2026

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Monday31 Aug 2026

International

India and China reach eight-point consensus at 25th Special Representatives' talks in Beijing

India and China arrived at an eight-point consensus during the 25th round of Special Representatives' talks on the boundary question in Beijing. Both agreed to keep peace and lower tensions along the Line of Actual Contr...

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Sunday30 Aug 2026

International

International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances (August 30) marks Convention's 20th anniversary

The International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances is observed every year on August 30 to spread awareness about enforced disappearances and safeguard the rights of victims. The 2026 observance marks the 20t...

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Wednesday26 Aug 2026

International

World Senior Citizens Day (Aug 21) and Day for Victims of Violence Based on Religion or Belief (Aug 22)

World Senior Citizens Day is marked every year on August 21 to honour the contributions of older people and to raise awareness about their dignity, welfare and rights. The International Day Commemorating the Victims of A...

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Tuesday25 Aug 2026

International

India and Brazil sign MoU on telecom and ICT cooperation in Pune

India and Brazil signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on telecommunications and Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) in Pune, during the 12th BRICS Communications Ministers Meeting and BRICS ICT Track...

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Tuesday18 Aug 2026

International

Indian Army Contingent Led by 9 Gorkha Rifles Departs for Bilateral Joint Military Exercise 'MAITREE 2026' in Thailand

IntroductionDeepening defence-to-defence bilateral ties under India's Act East Policy, an Indian Army contingent comprising troops primarily from the 9 Gorkha Rifles officially departed on 18 August 2026 to participate i...

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International

140-Year-Old Historic Parichha Weir on Betwa River in Jhansi Selected as World Heritage Irrigation Structure by ICID

IntroductionIn a prestigious global recognition for India's historical hydraulic heritage, the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) on 18 August 2026 selected the 140-year-old historic Parichha Weir...

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International

Saudi Arabia Launches 14-Nation Multinational Maritime Defence Coalition (MMDC) to Secure Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb

IntroductionIn response to persistent missile and drone strikes on commercial merchant vessels along vital Middle Eastern chokepoints, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on 18 August 2026 officially operationalised the Multinat...

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Monday17 Aug 2026

International

Indian Army Contingent Deploys to Thailand for Bilateral Joint Military Exercise 'Maitree 2026'

IntroductionConsolidating long-standing strategic defence partnerships with Southeast Asian partners under India's Act East Policy, the Indian Army announced on 17 August 2026 the deployment of an infantry contingent to...

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International

Ministry of Home Affairs Notifies 11 New International Ports for E-Visa Holders, Expanding Total Entry Ports to 88

IntroductionIn a major trade and tourism facilitation initiative to streamline inbound international travel, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on 17 August 2026 officially notified 11 additional International Ports of E...

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Sunday16 Aug 2026

International

Ministry of Home Affairs Issues National Security Guidelines Restricting Renewable Energy Projects Along International Borders

IntroductionIn a crucial national security intervention to protect sensitive frontiers from foreign electronic surveillance and infrastructure sabotage, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on 16 August 2026 issued compreh...

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International

Lok Sabha Refers Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill 2026 to Joint Parliamentary Committee for Scrutiny

IntroductionIn a significant parliamentary development following widespread representations from civil society and state legislatures, the Lok Sabha on 12 August 2026 referred the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendm...

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International

International Left-Handers Day and World Organ Donation Day Observed Globally on August 13

IntroductionTwo significant global observances were commemorated internationally on 13 August 2026: International Left-Handers Day, dedicated to celebrating left-handed uniqueness and addressing everyday ergonomic challe...

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