“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 serves as a solemn reminder of the ongoing global challenge posed by terrorism. This day, observed annually on August 21st, aims to honour and support the victims and survivors of terrorist acts while promoting the protection of their human rights and fundamental freedoms.

“SCIENCE”

SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission: The First Private Spacewalk

SpaceX’s upcoming Polaris Dawn mission is set to make history as the first private spacewalk. Scheduled for launch on August 26, 2024, at 3:38 a.m. EDT (0738 GMT), this five-day expedition will be led by American billionaire Jared Isaacman, who previously chartered the Inspiration4 mission in 2021. The mission will utilize a Falcon 9 rocket and the Crew Dragon capsule, Resilience, for its third flight.

 “APPOINTMENTS”

M Suresh Appointed as Interim Chairman of Airports Authority of India

In a significant development in India’s aviation sector, M Suresh has been appointed as the interim Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). This appointment, effective Tuesday, marks a crucial transition in the leadership of one of India’s most important aviation bodies. The appointment of M Suresh comes in the wake of the government’s decision to relieve Sanjeev Kumar from his duties as the Chairman of AAI.

Satya Prakash Sangwan Appointed as Chef de Mission for Paris Paralympics 2024

Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) made a significant announcement regarding the leadership of the Indian contingent for the upcoming Paris Paralympics. Satya Prakash Sangwan, the vice president of PCI, has been appointed as the Chef de Mission (CDM) for the Indian team. Satya Prakash Sangwan brings a wealth of experience to this crucial role. He has been an integral part of the Paralympic movement for over a decade, demonstrating unwavering dedication and commitment to the cause of para-sports in India.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Centenary Commemorative Coin Honoring M. Karunanidhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on August 18, released the centenary commemorative coin of Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi in Chennai. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister paid rich tributes to the late leader and described him as one of the icons of Indian politics. Muthuvel Karunanidhi was an Indian writer and politician who served as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu for almost two decades over five terms between 1969 and 2011.

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 achieved an 11% increase in brand value from 2023. The company’s dominance in India’s dairy market and strong metrics in familiarity, consideration, and recommendation contributed to its AAA+ rating. Hershey’s, which shared the AAA+ rating with Amul, saw a slight dip in its brand value, placing it second.

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das Ranked Top Central Banker for 2nd Year

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das has been recognized as the top central banker globally for the second straight year by the US-based Global Finance magazine. He was awarded an ‘A+’ grade in the prestigious Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2024.