Daily Current Affairs 23rd Aug, 2024: Your guide for daily General Knowledge Preparation
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National News
Health Ministry Forms National Task Force on Healthcare Worker Safety
- The Health Ministry has established a 14-member National Task Force (NTF) to address the safety and working conditions of medical professionals in India. This move comes in response to ongoing protests and a directive from the Supreme Court.
- The NTF’s mandate includes formulating recommendations aimed at preventing violence against healthcare workers and creating national protocols to ensure dignified and safe working conditions throughout the medical profession.
Ashwini Vaishnaw Unveils ‘Create In India Challenge-Season One’
- On August 22, in New Delhi, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the ‘Create in India Challenge-Season One.’ This launch is part of the lead-up to the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit.
- Vaishnaw emphasized that 25 challenges have been introduced to reflect India’s economic evolution and the impact of technological advancements.
KAPS-4 Nuclear Reactor Reaches Full Capacity
- The Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS) in Gujarat has achieved full operational capacity with its second 700 MW nuclear reactor, KAPS-4, which began operating at full power on August 21, 2024.
- This milestone 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 functioning at 90% capacity before reaching its maximum output of 700 MW.
International News
India and Denmark Collaborate on Clean River Initiative
- India and Denmark are working together on a Clean River Initiative, aiming to rejuvenate rivers using sustainable methods.
- This partnership involves a tripartite effort that includes the Government of India, academic institutions, and local communities to address environmental concerns.
Diana Pundole: First Indian Woman to Win National Car Racing Championship
- Diana Pundole, a teacher and mother from Pune, has become 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 remarkable achievement in a male-dominated sport underscores her determination and skill, overcoming numerous challenges.
States News
Strategic Alliance for Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) in Varanasi
- The Green Strategic Partnership between India and Denmark has resulted in the creation of the Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) in Varanasi. This initiative, involving the Government of India, IIT-BHU, and Denmark, aims to revitalize the Varuna River through sustainable approaches.
- The project includes a hybrid lab model at IIT-BHU and a living lab on the Varuna River, promoting collaboration among government agencies, academic institutions, and local communities.
Launch of South Indian Adivasi Knowledge Centre in B.R. Hills
- The South Indian Adivasi Knowledge Centre, known as Kaanu, is set to be launched at the Tribal Health Resource Centre (THRC) in B.R. Hills, Karnataka, on August 25.
- Dr. Prashanth N. Srinivas, a medical doctor and public health researcher at the Institute of Public Health, Bangalore, explained that Kaanu, meaning evergreen forest in both Kannada and Soliga languages, aims to preserve and promote indigenous knowledge.
Agreements News
MoU Exchanged Between MSDE and Flipkart’s SCOA
- At the Samarth event, Flipkart’s Supply Chain Operations Academy (SCOA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
- This partnership aims to upskill thousands of youth across India, enhancing their employability in the supply chain sector.
Appointments News
Deepti Gaur Mukherjee Assumes Role as MCA Secretary
- Deepti Gaur Mukherjee, a 1993 batch IAS officer from the Madhya Pradesh cadre, has taken over as the Secretary of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
- She succeeds Manoj Govil, who recently became the Expenditure Secretary. Mukherjee previously served as the CEO of the National Health Authority.
Sports News
Rohit Sharma Wins CEAT International Cricketer of the Year Award
- Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has been awarded the prestigious CEAT International Cricketer of the Year Award. This honor recognizes his outstanding performance during the 2023-24 cricket season.
Neeraj Chopra Secures Second Place at Lausanne Diamond League
Neeraj Chopra, India’s star javelin thrower, demonstrated his skill and perseverance by finishing second at the Lausanne Diamond League meet. Despite facing challenges, Chopra’s performance added another notable achievement to his distinguished career.
Books and Authors News
Tarun Chugh’s Book ‘Modi’s Governance Triumph’ Released
- In a significant literary event in New Delhi, BJP General Secretary Tarun Chugh’s book, “Modi’s Governance Triumph: Reshaping India’s Path to Prosperity,” was launched.
- The event was attended by prominent political figures, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy, highlighting the book’s importance in India’s political landscape.
Important Days
National Space Day 2024: Celebrating India’s Space Achievements
- India will celebrate its first National Space Day in 2024, marking a historic milestone in its space exploration journey. Led by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), this day will honor India’s growing influence in the global space community.
- National Space Day is a forward-looking event aimed at inspiring future generations and emphasizing the crucial role of space science and technology in shaping the world.
International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition 2024
- The International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and Its Abolition commemorates the night of August 22-23, 1791, in Saint Domingue, now Haiti.
- This event sparked an uprising that played a significant role in the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade and evolved into the Haitian Revolution, becoming a powerful symbol of resistance against slavery and oppression.
