“IMPORTANT DAYS”

National Space Day 2024: A Celebration of India’s Space Achievements

National Space Day 2024 is scheduled to be celebrated on August 23, 2024. This date holds profound significance as it marks the one-year anniversary of India’s successful Chandrayaan-3 mission. India is set to commemorate its first National Space Day in 2024, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s journey of space exploration. Spearheaded by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), this day represents a momentous occasion to celebrate India’s growing prominence in the global space community. National Space Day is not merely a reflection on past triumphs but a forward-looking event aimed at inspiring future generations and underscoring the pivotal role of space science and technology in shaping our world.

ISRO Day 2024 Theme: “Touching Lives while Touching the Moon”

The inaugural National Space Day embraces the theme “Touching Lives while Touching the Moon.” This poignant theme encapsulates India’s extraordinary journey in space exploration, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a global leader in space technology.

International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition 2024

On the night of August 22-23, 1791, a momentous event occurred in Saint Domingue, known today as the Republic of Haiti. This night marked the beginning of an uprising that would play a pivotal role in the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade. The rebellion, which later evolved into the Haitian Revolution, sent shockwaves through the colonial world and became a symbol of resistance against slavery and oppression.

“AWARDS”

President Murmu Gives Away First-Ever Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar

President Droupadi Murmu presided over the first-ever investiture ceremony for the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (National Science Awards). These awards, instituted last year to replace all existing science accolades, mark a new chapter in recognizing scientific excellence in the country. The ceremony’s highlight was the conferral of the inaugural Vigyan Ratna Puraskar, India’s highest science award, to Govindrajan Padmanabhan, a renowned biochemist and former director of the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.

26th CEAT Cricket Awards 2024: Celebrating Excellence in Cricket

The CEAT Cricket Awards, one of the most prestigious accolades in the cricketing world, held its 26th edition on August 21, 2024, in Mumbai. These awards, initiated in 1995-96 and sponsored by the RP Goenka Group company CEAT Tyres, honor exceptional performances of cricketers globally. The 2024 ceremony recognized outstanding achievements during the 2023-24 cricketing season, showcasing the best talents across various formats of the game. Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Indian men’s cricket team, was bestowed with the coveted CEAT International Cricketer of the Year Award.

“BOOKS & AUTHOR”

Tarun Chugh’s book, “Modi’s Governance Triumph Released

A significant literary event took place in New Delhi with the release of BJP General Secretary Tarun Chugh’s book, “Modi’s Governance Triumph: Reshaping India’s Path to Prosperity“. The book launch was graced by the presence of prominent political figures, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy, underscoring the importance of this literary work in India’s political discourse.

“SPORTS”

Diana Pundole: First Indian Woman Racer to Win National Championship

Diana Pundole, a teacher and mother from Pune, has made history as the first Indian woman to win the national championship in the saloon category at the MRF Indian National Car Racing Championship 2024 held in Chennai. Her achievement is especially notable as it comes in a sport traditionally dominated by men, highlighting her determination and skill despite numerous challenges.

Neeraj Chopra’s 2nd Best Throw Ever at Lausanne Diamond League

Neeraj Chopra delivered an impressive performance at the Lausanne Diamond League, securing his second-best javelin throw ever with a season-best distance of 89.49 meters on his final attempt. This result placed him second behind Grenada’s Anderson Peters, who threw 90.61 meters. Germany’s Julian Weber completed the podium with a throw of 87.08 meters.

 “APPOINTMENTS”

Rajesh Nambiar Named NASSCOM President-Designate, Succeeds Ghosh

Rajesh Nambiar has been appointed as the president-designate of the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM), succeeding Debjani Ghosh, whose tenure concludes in November 2024. Following this appointment, Nambiar has resigned from his role as Chairman and Managing Director of Cognizant India. His extensive industry experience, including leadership roles at TCS, IBM, Ciena, and Cognizant, positions him as a key figure in guiding India’s tech sector through its next phase of growth.

Deepti Gaur Mukherjee Assumes Charge as MCA Secretary

Deepti Gaur Mukherjee, a 1993 batch IAS officer of the Madhya Pradesh cadre, has taken over as the Secretary of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), succeeding Manoj Govil, who recently assumed the role of Expenditure Secretary. Before this, Mukherjee served as the CEO of the National Health Authority.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

India’s KAPS-4 Nuclear Plant Achieves Full Capacity

The Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS) in Gujarat, India, has reached full operational capacity with its second 700 MW nuclear reactor, KAPS-4, which started operating at full power on August 21, 2024. This achievement follows the reactor’s commercial operation start on March 31, 2024, and its first criticality on December 17, 2023. The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) confirmed that Unit 4 at KAPS was previously operating at 90% capacity before reaching its full 700 MW output.