19 August 2014 Current Affairs
‘ World Humanitarian Day ‘ was Observed Across The World
The United Nations’ (UN) World Humanitarian Day was observed across the world on 19 August 2014 to honor the humanitarians who worked for the promotion of the humanitarian cause, and those who lost their lives in the cause. The day aims to increase public awareness about humanitarian assistance activities worldwide and the importance of the international cooperation. This year’s theme for the World Humanitarian Day is : ‘ The world needs more ’, a campaign to celebrate humanitarian work and raise awareness of the dangers and adversity faced by those on the frontline.
Jammu and Kashmir To Host Football Federation Cup In August 2015
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced that Jammu and Kashmir will host Football Federation Cup in August 2015. The Federation Cup is an annual club level football tournament of India. It was started in 1977. Presently it is the most important club tournament after the I-League to which it has become a de facto League Cup. The winning club of the Federation Cup gets a chance to compete in the continental level in AFC Cup.