1. PM Modi launched e-RUPI, a person and purpose specific digital payment. e-RUPI is a cashless and contactless instrument for digital payment. It is a QR code or SMS string-based e-Voucher, which is delivered to the mobile of the beneficiaries. The users of this seamless one-time payment mechanism will be able to redeem the voucher without a card, digital payments app or internet banking access, at the service provider.
2. BJP MPs from Northeast meet PM over Assam, Mizoram clash.
3. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said two ministers from his government will visit Aizawl on Thursday to hold talks to try resolve the state’s long-running border dispute with Mizoram, which erupted in a tragic fire-fight between police forces of the two states a week back.
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4. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will host a breakfast meeting for Opposition leaders to plan strategies to overcome the current stalemate in Parliament. The meeting is being held to forge unity among the opposition ranks on the issue.
5. The Supreme Court will on Thursday hear a petition challenging the appointment of Rakesh Asthana as the Delhi Police Commissioner.
6. Chief Justice NV Ramana on Monday opted out of hearing in the dispute between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana over the sharing of river Krishna waters on legal issues.
7. A senior journalist, Paranjoy Guha Thakurta whose name featured in the reported list of those who were targets of snooping using Pegasus, has moved the Supreme Court seeking directions to the Centre to disclose materials with respect to investigation and authorisation pertaining to alleged use of Israeli spyware on his mobile.
8. Karnataka cabinet expansion is expected to take place most likely on 04 Aug (Wednesday) if the list is finalised during the CM Basavaraj Bommai’s meeting with the BJP central leadership.
9. Maharashtra government granting relaxations in COVID-19 curbs in many districts mainly for traders, the Mumbai civic body on Monday also decided to allow all shops to remain open till 10 pm on all days.
10. The Culture Ministry launched a unique programme to celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav on Independence Day this year. The initiative, connected with the National Anthem, has been taken up by the Ministry to instill pride and unity among all Indians. The people have been invited to sing the National anthem and upload the video on website www.RASHTRAGAAN.IN. The compilation of National Anthem will be shown live on 15th of August.
11. Bihar Chief Minister and BJP ally Nitish Kumar on Monday backed the opposition demand for an investigation into the Pegasus spyware scandal.
12. PM Modi will interact with beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) in Gujarat at 12:30 PM today, 03 Aug through video conferencing. A public participation programme is being launched in the state to create further awareness about the scheme.
13. 2 Years After YS Jagan Reddy’s Uncle’s Murder, main accused in the case has been caught by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Y S Vivekananda Reddy, a former minister, was found dead at his residence on March 15, 2019.
14. J&K police busts Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror module in Anantnag, 4 arrested. Incriminating materials including hand grenade have also been recovered from their possession. Further investigation into the matter is in progress.
15. Bharat Biotech’s COVID-19 vaccine Covaxin (BBV152) is effective against Delta Plus (AY.1) variant of the coronavirus, according to a study by the Indian Council of Medical and Research.
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