Daily Current Affairs 21st August 2024, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

India’s First Constitution Museum Marks 75 Years of the Indian Constitution

India’s first Constitution Museum, called “The Constitution Academy and The Rights & Freedoms Museum,” will be inaugurated by OP Jindal Global University on November 26, 2024. This event celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution.

Manohar Lal Khattar Launches Three Online Platforms

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. He emphasized that electricity is crucial for the country’s economic activities.

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 Appointed as 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 as Interim Chairman of Airports Authority of India

M Suresh has been named the interim Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). This appointment, effective from Tuesday, marks a significant change in the leadership of one of India’s key aviation bodies.

Banking News

Airtel Payments Bank Enhances Security with AI-Powered Face Match

Airtel Payments Bank has introduced a new security feature called Face Match. This tool uses artificial intelligence to enhance account security by detecting potential threats and requiring facial recognition verification when necessary.

Summits and Conferences News

Two-Day India-EU Regional Conference

The European Union (EU) and the External Affairs Ministry are organizing a regional conference in New Delhi. The conference will discuss emerging threats in online radicalization and ways to counter the exploitation of online spaces by terrorists.

Ranks and Reports News

Amul Tops Global Food Brand Rankings in 2024

Amul has been named the world’s strongest food brand in Brand Finance’s 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. Hershey’s, which also had an AAA+ rating, saw a slight dip in its brand value, placing it second.

Awards News

RGIA Clinches Best Airport Award for Third Consecutive Year

The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad has been recognized as the Best Airport at the India Travel Awards for the third year in a row.

Sports News

ICC Moves Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 to UAE Due to Bangladesh Unrest

The ICC has decided to move the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 from Bangladesh to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to safety concerns. The event will now take place from October 3 to 20 in Dubai and Sharjah. This decision follows political unrest in Bangladesh, including the flight of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Sinner and Sabalenka Claim Cincinnati Open Titles

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner and women’s No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka won their first Cincinnati Open titles. Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 6-3, 7-5, while Sinner beat Frances Tiafoe 7-6 (4), 6-2. Sinner is the youngest Cincinnati champion since Andy Murray in 2008.

Science and Technology News

SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission: The First Private Spacewalk

SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission is set to make history as the first private spacewalk. Scheduled for launch on August 26, 2024, this five-day mission will be led by American billionaire Jared Isaacman. The mission will use a Falcon 9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule, Resilience.

Important Days

International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 2024

The International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism is observed annually on August 21st. This day aims to honor and support the victims and survivors of terrorist acts and promote the protection of their human rights and fundamental freedoms.

Obituaries News

Indian Army Mourns The Loss Of General S Padmanbham

Former Chief of Army Staff General Sundararajan Padmanabhan passed away at his Chennai residence on August 19. He was cremated with full military honors at Besant Nagar on August 20. The Indian Army bid a solemn farewell to the late General, who died at 83 due to age-related ailments.