{"id":155828,"date":"2023-08-24T12:33:58","date_gmt":"2023-08-24T07:03:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/?p=155828"},"modified":"2023-08-24T12:34:17","modified_gmt":"2023-08-24T07:04:17","slug":"24-august-2023-current-affairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/24-august-2023-current-affairs\/","title":{"rendered":"24 August 2023 Current Affairs \u2013 The Day\u2019s Top News | GKSERIES"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Current Affairs<\/strong>\u00a0is the most important area in all competitive exams. But the difficulty level is very high. That\u2019s why; many aspirants get confused, how to select Current Affairs for Preparation of Competitive Examination? In this Post,\u00a0<strong>Daily Current Affairs 24 August\u00a02023,<\/strong>\u00a0we have tried to cover each and every point and also included all important facts from National\/ International news that are useful for upcoming competitive examinations such as\u00a0<strong>UPSC, SSC, Railway, State Govt. etc.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, here is the Top News of the Day for\u00a0<strong>24 August\u00a02023<\/strong>\u00a0to help you prepare the Latest Current Affairs part. After reading this section, you can successfully attempt\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Current Affairs Quiz<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Current Affairs for Competitive Exam \u2013\u00a024<strong> August\u00a02023<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/first-mission-of-moon\/\">First Mission of Moon<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/First-Mission-of-Moon.jpg\" alt=\"First Mission of Moon\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Apollo 11 mission, the first mission to the Moon, is regarded as one of the most significant moments in human history, as it was the first successful attempt to land a human on the Moon. Apollo 11, launched on <strong>16<sup>th<\/sup> July, 1969 <\/strong>and returning on <strong>24<sup>th<\/sup> July<\/strong>, captivated the world\u2019s attention and forever altered our understanding of space exploration and human potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Launch and Journey to the Moon<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>colossal Saturn V Launch Vehicle<\/strong>, standing at <strong>111 meters tall <\/strong>and <strong>weighing over 6.6 million pounds<\/strong>, propelled the Apollo 11 spacecraft into space from <strong>Cape Kennedy (now Cape Canaveral), Florida.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The crew of <strong>Apollo 11 consisted of three astronauts<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Neil Armstrong: Mission Commander<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edwin \u201cBuzz\u201d Aldrin: Lunar Module Pilot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Michael Collins: Commander Module Pilot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Composition of Spacecraft<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The spacecraft was comprised of two main parts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The commander module: <strong>Columbia<\/strong>, where Collins remained in lunar orbit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The lunar module: <strong>Eagle<\/strong>, which Armstrong and Aldrin used to descend to the Moon\u2019s surface.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Landing and Historic Moonwalk<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After entering lunar orbit, <strong>Armstrong and Aldrin<\/strong> transferred to the lunar module and prepared for the descent. On <strong>20<sup>th<\/sup> July 1969<\/strong>, they initiated a powered descent to the lunar surface. During the descent, the navigation computer generated alarms owing to memory overflows, but the astronauts remained calm and successfully manoeuvred to avoid a potentially dangerous landing spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At an altitude of <strong>about 15,000 meters<\/strong>, Armstrong took manual control and steered the lunar module to a safer landing spot. As the craft touched down, Armstrong\u2019s words resonated through history: <strong>\u201cThat\u2019s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Armstrong and Aldrin explored the Moon\u2019s surface for over two hours, conducting experiments, taking photographs and collecting rock and soil samples. They also set up scientific instruments to measure various aspects of the lunar environment. The ascent stage of the lunar module then returned them to lunar orbit, where they rejoined Collins in the command module.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Return and Legacy of Apollo 11 mission<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After rejoining with Collins in lunar orbit, the crew began their journey back to Earth. On July 24, 1969, they safely landed in the Pacific Ocean. Upon their journey, the crew was placed in quarantine to prevent the potential spread of any lunar microorganisms, though it was unlikely they had encountered any.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The success of Apollo 11 mission was an evidence of human ingenuity, determination and collaboration. It marked the culmination of the Apollo program\u2019s efforts to achieve President John E. Kennedy\u2019s goal of landing humans on the Moon and returning them safely to Earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/isro-chairman-list-1963-to-2023-name-working-period\/\">ISRO Chairman List (1963 to 2023): Name &amp; Working Period<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ISRO-Chairman-List-1963-to-2023.jpg\" alt=\"ISRO Chairman List (1963 to 2023): Name &amp; Working Period\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)<\/strong> is India\u2019s Space Agency which has its headquarters in <strong>Bengaluru.<\/strong> ISRO&#8217;s parent organisation is the Department of Space, to which it reports. The Chairman of ISRO is also a DOS executive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the period from <strong>1963 to 2023<\/strong>, the <strong>Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)<\/strong> has led by a series of visionary chairmen who have played a pivotal role in shaping India\u2019s space exploration and technology endeavours. These chairmen have presided over ISRO&#8217;s incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a worldwide recognised space organisation, including milestones such as satellite launches, interplanetary missions, and multinational collaborations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>List of ISRO Chairman from 1963 to 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There have been <strong>11 ISRO Chairpersons<\/strong> appointed since 1963. On 12 January 2022, the <strong>Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)<\/strong> appointed <strong>S. Somnath<\/strong> as the eleventh chairman of the ISRO. <strong>Dr. Vikram Sarabhai<\/strong> was the first IRSO Chairman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>S.No.<\/td><td>ISRO Chairman<\/td><td>Tenure<\/td><td>Length of Term<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>Dr. Vikram Sarabhai<\/td><td>1963 to 1971<\/td><td>9 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>Prof. M.G.K. Menon<\/td><td>Jan. 1972 to Sep. 1972<\/td><td>9 months<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>Prof. Satish Dhawan<\/td><td>1972 to 1984<\/td><td>12 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>Prof. U.R. Rao<\/td><td>1984 to 1994<\/td><td>10 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>Dr. k. kasturirangan<\/td><td>1994 to 2003<\/td><td>9 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6.<\/td><td>G. Madhavan Nair<\/td><td>2003 to 2009<\/td><td>6 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7.<\/td><td>Dr. k. Radhakrishnan<\/td><td>2009 to 2014<\/td><td>5 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8.<\/td><td>Dr. Shailesh Nayak<\/td><td>2015 to 2015<\/td><td>11 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9.<\/td><td>A.S. Kirar Kumar<\/td><td>2015 to 2018<\/td><td>3 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10.<\/td><td>Dr. K. Sivan<\/td><td>Jan. 2018 to Jan. 2022<\/td><td>3 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11.<\/td><td>S. Somnath<\/td><td>12 Jan. 2022 to Present<\/td><td>Incumbent<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some facts related to Chairpersons of ISRO:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vikram Sarabhai (1963 to 1972):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He is considered as the <strong>father of the Indian Space Program<\/strong>. Vikaram Sarabhai established three institutions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faster Breeder Test Reactor, Kalpakkam.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>M.G.K. Menon (Jan-Sep 1972):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He was known for his work on cosmic rays and particle physics, particularly on the high-energy inter-actions of elementary particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>He was instrumental in establishing the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Mumbai.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He won the Abdus Salam Award and was a member of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The asteroid 7564 Gokumenon was named in his honour in late 2008.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Satish Dhawan (1972-1984):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>He succeeded Vikram Sarabhai as Chairman of ISRO in 1972. In India, his efforts resulted in functioning systems such as INSAT and PSLV.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He was one of the most eminent researchers in the field of turbulence and boundary layers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He was regarded as the father of experimental fluid dynamics research in India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Udupi Ramachandra Rao (1984-1994):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He took the responsibility for the establishment of satellite technology in India in 1972. He was the primary designer of the first Indian satellite, &#8216;Aryabhata,&#8217; in 1975.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He was also the chairman of the Governing Council of the Physical Research Laboratory at Ahmedabad and Nehru Planetarium at Bengaluru and chancellor of the Indian Institute for Space Science and Technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>He is also known as \u2018The Satellite Man of India\u2019.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Krishna Swami Kasturirangan (1994-2003):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under his leadership, ISRO has witnessed several major milestones in the name of <strong>PSLV<\/strong> and <strong>GSLV<\/strong>. He was also the Project Director for BHASKARA-I and II, India&#8217;s first two experimental earth observation satellites. He was also the director of the National Institute of Advanced Sciences, Bangalore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>He is a recipient of three major civilian awards: the Padma Shri, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Vibhushan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shri G. Madhavan Nair (2003-2009):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chandrayaan-1 was launched under the chairmanship of Madhavan Nair. During his tenure, ISRO accomplished 25 successful missions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In 2009, he received the Padma Vibhushan award.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He was the chairman of the Board of Governors of the Indian Institute of Technology, Patna.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He was also the chairman of the Space Commission and chairman of the Governing Body of the Antrix Corporation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>K. Radhakrishnan (2009-2014):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s first interplanetary mission <strong>\u2018Mangalyaan\u2019 <\/strong>was launched under the leadership of Dr. K. Radhakrishnan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From 2000 to 2005, he worked for the Ministry of Earth Sciences as the Director of the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shri A S Kiran Kumar (2015-2018):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He has done a commendable job in the launch of Chandrayaan-1 and Mars Orbiter Mission of India. <strong>Indian National Regional Navigation System (INRVS)<\/strong> and <strong>GAGAN<\/strong> have been developed under his supervision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>H was honoured with India\u2019s fourth highest civilian award, Padma Sri in 2014.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He also served as a director of Ahmedabad Space Application Centre.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>K. Sivan (2018-2022):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During his tenure, he oversaw the launch of Chandrayaan-2 and the acceleration of India&#8217;s human space mission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He also served as the director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>S. Somnath (Jan.2022 to present):&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>S. Somnath has been appointed as the eleventh chairperson of the ISRO by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Somnath also served as the director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He is also known for his contributions to launch vehicle design, particularly in the areas of launch vehicle systems &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/chandrayaan-3-becomes-worlds-most-viewed-live-stream-on-youtube\/\">Chandrayaan-3 becomes world\u2019s most viewed live-stream on YouTube<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Chandrayaan-3-becomes-worlds-most-viewed-live-stream-on-YouTube.jpg\" alt=\"Chandrayaan-3 becomes world\u2019s most viewed live-stream on YouTube\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved an impressive feat on YouTube\u2019s live streaming platform. The Chandrayaan-3 Mission Soft-landing LIVE Telecast, which aired on August 23, 2023, had over 80 lakh peak concurrent viewers (PCVs), making it the most-watched live stream in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chandrayaan-3 Mission surpassed the Brazil vs. Croatia football match from the FIFA World Cup 2022, which had 61 lakh PCVs, and the Brazil vs. South Korea football match from the same tournament, which had 52 lakh PCVs. ISRO also beat Carioc\u00e3o 2023 Serie A semi-final between Vasco da Gama and Flamengo with 47 lakh PCVs. The top names in the list include Crew Demo-2 by SpaceX (40 lakh), the K-pop sensation BTS\u2019s \u2018Butter\u2019 Official MV (37 lakh) and Johnny Depp v Amber Heard Defamation Trial (35 lakh).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Chandrayaan-3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chandrayaan-3, the third lunar mission by India, garnered an immense audience during its live telecast as space enthusiasts and curious minds alike tuned in to witness the endeavour\u2019s crucial moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This achievement has elevated India to a distinguished position as the fourth nation \u2013 subsequent to the United States, China, and Russia \u2013 to achieve a successful moon landing. However, India&#8217;s achievement is indelible in history because it was the first nation to land on the southern hemisphere of Earth&#8217;s lone natural satellite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/first-isro-chairman-2023-name-and-tenure\/\">First ISRO Chairman 2023, Name and Tenure<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/First-ISRO-Chairman-2023-Name-and-Tenure.jpg\" alt=\"First ISRO Chairman 2023, Name and Tenure\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Indian Space Research Organization<\/strong> has played an instrumental role in transforming India into a space-faring nation with its remarkable achievements in space exploration and technology. Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the first chairman of ISRO, established the groundwork for ISRO&#8217;s success story with his pursuit of scientific excellence and genuine commitment to improving India&#8217;s space capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Early Life and Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Birth date: 12<sup>th<\/sup> August 1919<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Birth place: Ahmedabad, Bombay Presidency, British India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vikram Sarabhai was born to a Sarabhai family, known for being part of India\u2019s fight for freedom and their involvement in business. Vikram demonstated an early inclination towards scientific pursuits and after completing his initial education at <strong>Gujarat College, Ahmedabad<\/strong>, he pursued higher studies at the <strong>University of Cambridge<\/strong>. He earned a degree in natural sciences in 1940. His academic career continued when he went to Cambridge for his Ph.D. in 1945, focused on &#8220;Cosmic Ray Investigations in Tropical Latitudes,&#8221; demonstrating his early interest in space-related research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scientific Career<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Sarabhai\u2019s most significant achievements was the establishment of the <strong>Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in 1947<\/strong>. PRL had a modest beginning at his residence, the <strong>\u201cRETREAT\u201d.<\/strong> The institute expanded its research scope, encompassing cosmic rays, upper atmosphere properties, theoretical physics and radio physics. With support from Institutions like the <strong>Atomic Energy Commission<\/strong>, PRL flourished under Sarabhai\u2019s guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Visionary behind ISRO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sarabhai\u2019s visionary leadership played a pivotal role in the formation of the <strong>Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)<\/strong> as the <strong>first chairman of ISRO<\/strong>. His dream of utilizing space technology for India\u2019s progress led to the fabrication and launch of the country\u2019s first satellite, <strong>Aryabhata,<\/strong> in <strong>1975<\/strong> from a <strong>Russian cosmodrome<\/strong>. This monumental accomplishment signalled India&#8217;s entry into the space age. ISRO is continuing to build on his legacy, having achieved major milestones in space exploration, satellite technology, and interplanetary missions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Diverse Interests of Vikram Sarabhai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond Sarabhai\u2019s remarkable contributions to space research, Sarabhai\u2019s interests extended to diverse domains. He established the Operations Research Group (ORG), India&#8217;s first market research organisation. His role in setting up institutions like the Nehru Foundation for Development, <strong>Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA)<\/strong> and <strong>Ahmedabad Textile Industry\u2019s Research Association (ATIRA) <\/strong>demonstrated his commitment to education and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Positions and Honors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sarabhai\u2019s leadership extended to esteemed positions such as the President of the Physics section at the Indian Science Congress and the Chairman of India\u2019s Atomic Energy Commission. He was also President of the International Atomic Energy Agency&#8217;s (I.A.E.A.) General Conference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Legacy and Inspiration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vikram Sarabhai\u2019s enduring inspiration is woven into the fabric of India\u2019s scientific and technological progress. His pioneering spirit and exceptional leadership laid the foundation for India\u2019s remarkable achievements in space science and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/us-fda-approves-pfizers-maternal-rsv-vaccine-to-protect-infants\/\">US FDA Approves Pfizer\u2019s Maternal RSV Vaccine To Protect Infants<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/US-FDA-Approves-Pfizers-Maternal-RSV-Vaccine-To-Protect-Infants.jpg\" alt=\"US FDA Approves Pfizer\u2019s Maternal RSV Vaccine To Protect Infants\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>U.S. Food and Drug Administration<\/strong> (FDA) recently grants approval to the<strong> first vaccine<\/strong> created to forestall <strong>(Respiratory Syncytial Virus) RSV-associated LRTD (Lower respiratory tract disease)<\/strong> and severe cases in infants spanning <strong>birth to 6 months<\/strong>. This momentous decision is fostering optimism among parents and healthcare providers working diligently to protect the well-being of these susceptible infants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A New Shield for Infants: Pfizer\u2019s Maternal RSV Vaccine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The FDA\u2019s approval centers around<strong> Pfizer\u2019s maternal respiratory syncytial vaccine<\/strong>, known by the brand name <strong>Abrysvo<\/strong>. This vaccination is an important milestone in maternal and infant healthcare because it is the first to be approved for use specifically in pregnant women; it is intended for administration between 32 and 36 weeks of gestation and is administered via a single-dose injection into the muscle. This innovation in vaccine development and administration could significantly impact the prevalence and severity of <strong>RSV-related illnesses among infants<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tackling the Leading Cause of Infant Lower Respiratory Tract Disease<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is notorious for being the<strong> primary cause of lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD)<\/strong> in infants. Infants have faced persistent risks from RSV, frequently resulting in lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD) like<strong> bronchiolitis and pneumonia<\/strong>. The most critical period for RSV-related health issues usually occurs within the <strong>first three months of life<\/strong>. The availability of a vaccination approved for use during pregnancy is a huge step forward. Healthcare providers hope to reduce the occurrence of RSV-related illnesses and the difficulties placed on families and healthcare systems by extending protection to the earliest stages of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Seasonal Challenge and Long-Term Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, RSV follows a<strong> seasonal pattern,<\/strong> with its circulation typically starting in the <strong>fall and peaking during the winter months<\/strong>. The FDA acknowledges that by the age of two, most children are expected to have encountered RSV. While RSV infections are common, the effects can be severe, resulting in bronchiolitis, pneumonia, and other life-threatening conditions. Infants, especially those in their<strong> first year of life<\/strong>, face the highest risk of RSV-associated LRTD. In fact, RSV is a leading cause of infant hospitalization in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reducing RSV-Related Impact through Extended Protection<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By encompassing <strong>pregnant women and their newborns<\/strong> within its protective scope, this vaccine holds the promise of substantially<strong> diminishing the repercussions of RSV-related illnesses<\/strong> on families and healthcare systems alike. As the field of medical science forges ahead, this significant milestone sets the stage for a more robust and healthier future for the most tender and susceptible members of our society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key takeaways for competitive examinations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Peter Marks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/srettha-was-sworn-in-as-the-new-prime-minister-of-thailand\/\">Srettha was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Thailand<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Srettha-was-sworn-in-as-the-new-Prime-Minister-of-Thailand.jpg\" alt=\"Srettha was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Thailand\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Move Forward Alliance (MFP)&nbsp;won the majority of seats in the&nbsp;May 2023 election, Thailand\u2019s parliament&nbsp;voted to appoint Srettha Thavisin&nbsp;of the&nbsp;Pyu Thai Party&nbsp;as the&nbsp;country\u2019s new prime minister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thai parliament voted a day earlier&nbsp;to elect Srettha of the Pheu Thai party as the country&#8217;s new prime minister, after a monthslong deadlock&nbsp;since the progressive Move Forward Party (MFP) secured the biggest number of seats in May&#8217;s polls. Srettha required 375 votes from the country&#8217;s upper and lower houses combined to become prime minister. Pheu Thai, which came second in the election, had initially allied itself with the MFP, alongside six other parties. However, earlier in August, it opted to seek a new partnership without the MFP, whose candidature for prime minister was denied at least twice. Pheu Thai now leads an 11-party alliance that includes two former military adversaries. Under Thailand&#8217;s military-implemented constitution, both the lower and upper houses of parliament vote together for the prime minister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/sachin-tendulkar-was-appointed-as-the-election-commission-of-indias-national-voter-awareness-ambassador\/\">Sachin Tendulkar was Appointed as the Election Commission of India\u2019s National Voter Awareness Ambassador.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Sachin-Tendulkar-was-Appointed-as-the-Election-Commission-of-Indias-National-Voter-Awareness-Ambassador.jpg\" alt=\"Sachin Tendulkar was Appointed as the Election Commission of India\u2019s National Voter Awareness Ambassador.\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On August 23rd, 2023, Indian cricket legend and <strong>Bharat Ratna<\/strong>&nbsp;winner&nbsp;<strong>Sachin Tendulkar&nbsp;<\/strong>was elected as&nbsp;the <strong>Election Commission of India\u2019s<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>national ambassador<\/strong>&nbsp;for<strong>&nbsp;election-voter awareness<\/strong>&nbsp;and education for the tenure of this appointment for<strong>&nbsp;\u201cThree Years\u201d<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leveraging Tendulkar\u2019s immense influence, particularly among the youth, the collaboration aims to enhance voter participation in upcoming elections, including the General Elections of 2024. The initiative also seeks to bridge the gap between citizens, especially the youth and urban populations, and the electoral process, addressing challenges like urban and youth apathy. Tendulkar joins a prestigious group of national icons that includes actor Pankaj Tripathi and activist Dr. Niru Kumar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/international-day-for-the-abolition-of-the-slave-trade-and-its-abolition-2023\/\">International Day for the Abolition of the Slave Trade and its Abolition 2023<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/International-Day-for-the-Abolition-of-the-Slave-Trade-and-its-Abolition-2023.png\" alt=\"International Day for the Abolition of the Slave Trade and its Abolition 2023\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition<\/strong>&nbsp;is celebrated on&nbsp;<strong>August 23.<\/strong>&nbsp;It marks the day when an uprising began in Saint Domingue, now called Haiti, on August 23, 1791, against the slave trade. Haiti was a French settlement and a center of the slave trade across Europe. The uprising led to a revolution against the rulers of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is against this background that the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is commemorated on 23 August each year. It was first celebrated in a number of countries, in particular in Haiti (23 August 1998) and Gor\u00e9e Island in Senegal (23 August 1999).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This International Day is intended to inscribe the tragedy of the&nbsp;slave trade in the memory of all peoples. In accordance with the goals of the intercultural project &#8220;The Routes of Enslaved Peoples&#8221;, it should offer an opportunity for collective consideration of the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of this tragedy, and for an analysis of the interactions to which it has given rise between Africa, Europe, the Americas and the Caribbean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/jitendra-singh-unveils-new-lotus-variety-namoh-108\/\">Jitendra Singh unveils new lotus variety \u2018Namoh 108\u2019<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Jitendra-Singh-unveils-new-lotus-variety-\u2018Namoh-108.jpg\" alt=\"Jitendra Singh unveils new lotus variety \u2018Namoh 108\u2019\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Minister of Science Jitendra Singh, launched &#8220;NBRI Namoh 108&#8221;, a unique variety of Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) with 108 petals, in Lucknow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was developed by the Council of Scientific &amp; Industrial Research- National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Lucknow<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jitendra Singh also introduced apparel made from lotus fibre and perfume &#8216;Frotus&#8217;. The perfume is extracted from lotus flowers and was developed by NBRI, and the Fragrance &amp; Flavour Development Centre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/sachin-to-be-national-icon-for-voter-awarenes-and-education-for-ec-of-india\/\">Sachin to be National Icon for voter awarenes and Education for EC of India<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Sachin-to-be-National-Icon-for-voter-awarenes-and-Education-for-EC-of-India.jpg\" alt=\"Sachin to be National Icon for voter awarenes and Education for EC of India\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bharat Ratna awardee Sachin Tendulkar would begin a new inning as the \u2018National Icon\u2019 for voter awareness and education for the election commission of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MoU will be signed with Sachin for a period of three years in the presence of Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aim: To bridge the gap between citizens, especially youth and urban populations, and the electoral process thereby, trying to address the challenges of urban and youth apathy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Addressing the gathering, Tendulkar said, \u201cWe are the largest democracy in the world, and it is our prime responsibility to exercise our voting rights with due diligence\u2026 It is a responsibility that should not be ignored. Everyone should be aware of when the elections are happening and when is that window to go out and vote.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/china-launches-gaofen-earth-observation-satellite\/\">China launches Gaofen Earth-observation satellite<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/China-launches-Gaofen-Earth-observation-satellite.jpg\" alt=\"China launches Gaofen Earth-observation satellite\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>China sent a new Earth observation satellite Gaofen-12 04 into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The satellite, Gaofen-12 04, was launched by a Long March-4C carrier rocket&nbsp; and has entered the planned orbit successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will be used in a variety of fields, including land surveys, urban planning, road network design, crop yield estimation and disaster relief. The launch marks the 484th flight mission of the Long March series carrier rockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/4th-g20-culture-working-group-cwg-meeting-to-begin-in-varanasi\/\">4th G20 Culture Working Group (CWG) Meeting to begin in Varanasi<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4th-G20-Culture-Working-Group-CWG-Meeting-to-begin-in-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"4th G20 Culture Working Group (CWG) Meeting to begin in Varanasi\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The 4th G20 Culture Working Group (CWG) Meeting will begin in Varanasi in August 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aim:&nbsp;To arrive at actionable outcomes while positioning culture at the heart of policy-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>G20 Culture: Shaping the Global Narrative for Inclusive Growth\u201d. will be launched in Varanasi as a part of the Culture Ministers\u2019 Meeting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gkseries.com\/blog\/daily-current-affairs-and-quiz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 2023<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The CWG will also release a special stamp to commemorate the Culture Unites All\u2019 campaign to highlight India\u2019s unwavering belief in multilateralism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;The Culture Ministers\u2019 Meeting in Varanasi will aim to catalyze collective actions for accelerating progress on the four priority areas articulated by the Indian Presidency- Protection and Restitution of Cultural Property, Harnessing Living Heritage for a Sustainable Future, Promotion of Cultural and Creative Industries and Creative Economy, and Leveraging Digital Technologies for the Protection and Promotion of Culture.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Current Affairs\u00a0is the most important area in all competitive exams. 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