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Daily Current Affairs 21 August 2024
Stay updated with the key national and international news, significant developments, and important events from August 21, 2024.
National News
Inauguration of India’s First Constitution Museum
OP Jindal Global University will inaugurate India’s first Constitution Museum, named “The Constitution Academy and The Rights & Freedoms Museum,” on November 26, 2024. This initiative commemorates the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution.
Launch of Three Online Platforms by Manohar Lal Khattar
On August 20, Union Minister of Power and Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, launched the Portal for Online Monitoring of Projects Thermal (PROMPT) in New Delhi. During the launch, the Minister emphasized the importance of electricity as a key driver of economic activities in the country.
International News
Ulchi Freedom Shield Exercises
For the first time, the 51st Fighter Wing at Osan Air Base in the Republic of Korea is integrating its regular wing readiness exercise into Ulchi Freedom Shield 24. This exercise began on August 19 and will continue until August 23, 2024.
Appointments News
Satya Prakash Sangwan Named Chef de Mission for Paris Paralympics 2024
The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has appointed Satya Prakash Sangwan, the vice president of PCI, as the Chef de Mission (CDM) for the Indian team at the upcoming Paris Paralympics.
M Suresh Appointed Interim Chairman of Airports Authority of India
M Suresh has been appointed as the interim Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI), effective Tuesday. This marks a significant transition in the leadership of one of India’s key aviation bodies.
Banking News
Airtel Payments Bank Introduces AI-Powered Face Match
Airtel Payments Bank has launched a new security feature called Face Match, which uses artificial intelligence to enhance account protection. This tool employs machine learning algorithms to detect potential threats and prompts facial recognition verification when necessary.
Summits and Conferences News
India-EU Regional Conference
The European Union (EU) and the External Affairs Ministry are hosting a regional conference in New Delhi to address emerging threats in online radicalization and to collaborate on countering the exploitation of online spaces by terrorists.
Ranks and Reports News
Amul Tops Global Food Brand Rankings in 2024
Amul has been recognized as the world’s strongest food brand in the Brand Finance Global Food & Drinks Report 2024. With a Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 91 and a valuation of $3.3 billion, Amul saw an 11% increase in brand value from 2023. The company’s strong presence in India’s dairy market and high scores in familiarity, consideration, and recommendation contributed to its AAA+ rating. Hershey’s, which also holds an AAA+ rating, experienced a slight decrease in brand value, placing it second12.
Awards News
RGIA Wins Best Airport Award for Third Year in a Row
The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad has been awarded the Best Airport at the India Travel Awards for the third consecutive year.
Sports News
Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Moved to UAE
Due to safety concerns, the ICC has relocated the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 from Bangladesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The tournament will now be held from October 3 to 20 in Dubai and Sharjah. This decision follows political unrest in Bangladesh, including the departure of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, which led to travel advisories from several participating countries.
Sinner and Sabalenka Win Cincinnati Open Titles
Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka both claimed their first Cincinnati Open titles with straight-set victories. Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 6-3, 7-5, while Sinner overcame Frances Tiafoe 7-6 (4), 6-2. Sinner’s win makes him the youngest Cincinnati champion since Andy Murray in 2008.
Science and Technology News
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission to Feature First Private Spacewalk
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission is set to make history with the first private spacewalk. Scheduled for launch on August 26, 2024, at 3:38 a.m. EDT (0738 GMT), the five-day mission will be led by American billionaire Jared Isaacman, who previously funded the Inspiration4 mission in 2021. The mission will use a Falcon 9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule, Resilience, for its third flight.
Important Days
International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 2024
Observed annually on August 21st, the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism highlights the ongoing global challenge of terrorism. This day aims to honor and support the victims and survivors of terrorist acts while promoting the protection of their human rights and fundamental freedoms.
Obituaries News
Indian Army Mourns the Loss of General S. Padmanabhan
Former Chief of Army Staff General Sundararajan Padmanabhan passed away at his residence in Chennai on August 19. He was cremated with full military honors at Besant Nagar on August 20. The Indian Army paid a solemn tribute to General Padmanabhan, who died at the age of 83 due to age-related ailments.
Daily Current Affairs 21 August 2024 MCQ
Inauguration of India’s First Constitution Museum
- When will India’s first Constitution Museum be inaugurated?
- Answer: November 26, 2024
- What is the name of India’s first Constitution Museum?
- Answer: The Constitution Academy and The Rights & Freedoms Museum
- Which university is inaugurating India’s first Constitution Museum?
- Answer: O.P. Jindal Global University
- What anniversary does the inauguration of the Constitution Museum commemorate?
- Answer: 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution
Launch of Three Online Platforms by Manohar Lal Khattar
- On what date were the three online platforms launched by Manohar Lal Khattar?
- Answer: August 20
- What is the name of the portal launched for online monitoring of thermal projects?
- Answer: Portal for Online Monitoring of Projects Thermal (PROMPT)
- Who launched the Portal for Online Monitoring of Projects Thermal (PROMPT)?
- Answer: Manohar Lal Khattar
- What role does electricity play according to the Minister during the launch?
- Answer: A key driver of economic activities in the country
International News: Ulchi Freedom Shield Exercises
- Where is the 51st Fighter Wing located that is participating in Ulchi Freedom Shield 24?
- Answer: Osan Air Base in the Republic of Korea
- When did the Ulchi Freedom Shield 24 exercise begin?
- Answer: August 19, 2024
- Until what date will the Ulchi Freedom Shield 24 exercise continue?
- Answer: August 23, 2024
Appointments News
- Who has been named the Chef de Mission for the Paris Paralympics 2024?
- Answer: Satya Prakash Sangwan
- What position does Satya Prakash Sangwan hold in the Paralympic Committee of India?
- Answer: Vice President
- Who has been appointed as the interim Chairman of the Airports Authority of India?
- Answer: M Suresh
Banking News: Airtel Payments Bank Introduces AI-Powered Face Match
- What new security feature has Airtel Payments Bank introduced?
- Answer: AI-Powered Face Match
- What technology does the Face Match feature use to enhance account protection?
- Answer: Artificial Intelligence
Summits and Conferences News: India-EU Regional Conference
- What is the focus of the India-EU Regional Conference?
- Answer: Addressing emerging threats in online radicalization and countering the exploitation of online spaces by terrorists
- Where is the India-EU Regional Conference being hosted?
- Answer: New Delhi
Ranks and Reports News: Amul Tops Global Food Brand Rankings in 2024
- Which company has been recognized as the world’s strongest food brand in 2024?
- Answer: Amul
- What is the Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of Amul in 2024?
- Answer: 91
- What is the valuation of Amul according to the Brand Finance Global Food & Drinks Report 2024?
- Answer: $3.3 billion
- Which company holds the second position in the global food brand rankings in 2024?
- Answer: Hershey’s
Awards News: RGIA Wins Best Airport Award for Third Year in a Row
- Which airport won the Best Airport award at the India Travel Awards for the third consecutive year?
- Answer: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA)
- In which city is the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport located?
- Answer: Hyderabad
- How many times has RGIA won the Best Airport award consecutively?
- Answer: Three times
Sports News: Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Moved to UAE
- Why was the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 moved to the UAE?
- Answer: Due to safety concerns
- From which country was the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 relocated?
- Answer: Bangladesh
- What are the new dates for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024?
- Answer: October 3 to 20, 2024
- Which cities in the UAE will host the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024?
- Answer: Dubai and Sharjah
- What event led to the relocation of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024?
- Answer: Political unrest in Bangladesh
Sports News: Sinner and Sabalenka Win Cincinnati Open Titles
- Who won the men’s singles title at the Cincinnati Open?
- Answer: Jannik Sinner
- Who won the women’s singles title at the Cincinnati Open?
- Answer: Aryna Sabalenka
- Who did Aryna Sabalenka defeat to win the Cincinnati Open title?
- Answer: Jessica Pegula
- What was the score of Aryna Sabalenka’s victory in the final?
- Answer: 6-3, 7-5
- Who did Jannik Sinner defeat to win the Cincinnati Open title?
- Answer: Frances Tiafoe
- What was the score of Jannik Sinner’s victory in the final?
- Answer: 7-6 (4), 6-2
- Who was the youngest Cincinnati champion before Jannik Sinner?
- Answer: Andy Murray
Science and Technology News: SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission to Feature First Private Spacewalk
- What is the name of SpaceX’s mission that will feature the first private spacewalk?
- Answer: Polaris Dawn
- When is the Polaris Dawn mission scheduled to launch?
- Answer: August 26, 2024
- Who is leading the Polaris Dawn mission?
- Answer: Jared Isaacman
- What rocket will be used for the Polaris Dawn mission?
- Answer: Falcon 9
- What capsule will be used for the Polaris Dawn mission?
- Answer: Crew Dragon capsule, Resilience
- How long is the Polaris Dawn mission expected to last?
- Answer: Five days
Important Days: International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 2024
- When is the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism observed?
- Answer: August 21
- What is the purpose of the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism?
- Answer: To honor and support the victims and survivors of terrorist acts
Obituaries News: Indian Army Mourns the Loss of General S. Padmanabhan
- Who was the former Chief of Army Staff that passed away recently?
- Answer: General Sundararajan Padmanabhan
- When did General S. Padmanabhan pass away?
- Answer: August 19
- Where was General S. Padmanabhan cremated?
- Answer: Besant Nagar
- At what age did General S. Padmanabhan pass away?
- Answer: 83
- What was the cause of General S. Padmanabhan’s death?
- Answer: Age-related ailments
