This is the current affairs of 22 to 24 August 2024. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
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1. What is the name given by WHO to the monkeypox disease?
a. Mpox
b. Bpox
c. Bandarpox
d. Banarpox
Answer: a. Mpox
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2. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Monkeypox as what kind of Health Emergency in August 2024?
a. Pandemic
b. Public Health Emergency of International Concern
c. Humanitarian crises
d. Outbreaks
Answer: b. Public Health Emergency of International Concern
– Monkeypox is a disease that spreads from animals to humans.
– The World Health Organization (WHO) renamed this disease as “mpox” in the year 2022.
– At that time, WHO also declared this disease a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) for a few months.
– In 2024, due to the resurgence of cases worldwide, WHO once again declared a health emergency in the same category in August.
– According to WHO data, since 2022, at least 99,176 cases and 208 deaths due to mpox have been recorded in 116 countries.
What is Monkeypox (Mpox)?
– Monkeypox is a rare zoonotic viral disease that can spread from animals to humans.
– It belongs to the same viral family as smallpox (variola virus).
Why was it named Monkeypox?
– Monkeypox was first discovered in animals in 1958.
– At that time, two outbreaks of this disease occurred in monkeys that were kept for research.
– That is why the disease was named Monkeypox.
– In 2022, when the disease spread rapidly, particularly in Africa, people began using racist and offensive language.
– Due to this, many countries requested WHO to change the name of the disease.
– According to the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), it is the responsibility of WHO to assign names to diseases.
– WHO consulted various experts, countries, and the general public for suggestions on a new name.
– After discussing all these suggestions, WHO renamed Monkeypox to Mpox.
When did this disease first appear in humans?
– In the year 1970.
– At that time, Monkeypox was first found in humans in the African country ‘Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)’.
– Since then, cases of Monkeypox have been found in Western and Central Africa.
– In the DRC, Monkeypox is considered an endemic epidemic.
How does Monkeypox spread?
– Its transmission occurs from animals to humans.
– It can happen through direct contact with the blood, bodily fluids, or skin lesions of infected animals.
– Eating undercooked meat or animal products from infected animals can also cause Monkeypox.
Which animals can carry Monkeypox?
– Evidence of Monkeypox has been found in several species of animals in Africa.
– These include squirrels, Gambian pouched rats, dormice, and various species of monkeys.
Symptoms of Monkeypox:
– The symptoms of Monkeypox are quite similar to those of smallpox.
– The main difference is that in Monkeypox, lymph nodes (glands in the body through which lymph flows) swell.
– Other main symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, and fatigue.
– Rashes and bumps appear on the face, which then spread across the body.
Treatment for Monkeypox:
– Currently, there is no specific treatment for Monkeypox.
– However, several studies have shown that the smallpox vaccine, Vaccinia, has been 85% effective in preventing Monkeypox.
– Although the original smallpox vaccine (Vaccinia) is no longer widely available since the disease was eradicated.
– In 2019, a new version of the vaccine was approved for the prevention of Monkeypox.
Where were the first cases of Monkeypox found in the world?
– The first cases of Monkeypox were found in Africa, North America, and Europe.
– Later, in early May 2022, the infection was detected in the United Kingdom.
– The infection reached the UK through a person who had traveled from Nigeria, an African country.
– A few weeks later, Monkeypox infections were reported in several European and North American countries.
– In India, the first case of Monkeypox was found in Kollam district, Kerala, in 2022.
How is Monkeypox infection most commonly found among men with which type of sexual relationships?
– During a press conference on Monkeypox, WHO’s then Assistant Director-General Dr. Soce Fall said, “We are seeing infections in men who have sex with men.”
– Specifically, many cases have been observed in the United Kingdom and some other countries.
– According to WHO, Monkeypox can spread through any type of close contact.
– This includes kissing, touching, oral, and anal sex with an infected person.
– WHO has advised people infected with Monkeypox to use condoms for 12 weeks after recovery.
– Many people with multiple sexual partners are warned that if they want to avoid Monkeypox, they should reduce the number of their sexual partners.
– The risk of Monkeypox is highest among people who engage in same-sex relationships.
Cases of Monkeypox in previous years:
– In 2003, the first human cases of Monkeypox outside Africa were reported, with 47 cases confirmed in the United States.
– In 2017, over 170 suspected cases of Monkeypox were found in Nigeria.
– In 2018, three cases of Monkeypox were also found in the United Kingdom.
– In 2019, a case of Monkeypox was found in both Israel and Singapore.
– According to WHO data, since 2022, at least 99,176 cases and 208 deaths due to Mpox have been recorded in 116 countries.
Is India at risk?
– The first case of the more contagious Clade I Mpox infection outside Africa was reported from Sweden on Thursday.
– Due to global travel connections, these cases could spread to other countries as well.
– During the global outbreak in 2022, cases of Mpox were also reported in India, although it was of the less severe Clade II type.
– Initially, infections were reported among some people in Kerala who had a history of international travel. However, later, people in Delhi with no international travel history also became infected.
– According to WHO data, at least 27 laboratory-confirmed cases and one death have been reported in India.
WHO (World Health Organization)
Established – April 7, 1948
Headquarters – Geneva, Switzerland
Director-General – Tedros Adhanom (Ethiopia)
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3. Which country held a new edition of the 2+2 dialogue focused on the Indo-Pacific region with India in August 2024?
a. America
b. Japan
c. Australia
d. Thailand
Answer: b. Japan
– On August 20, 2024, this dialogue took place in New Delhi.
– This was the third 2+2 dialogue between India and Japan.
– The discussions focused on reviewing the situation in the Indo-Pacific region and ways to enhance bilateral strategic relations.
– In the context of China’s growing military power in the region, both sides held a new version of the “2+2” dialogue.
– Previously, a 2+2 dialogue had taken place in Japan in September 2022.
Leadership of India and Japan:
– The Japanese delegation was led by Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa and Defense Minister Kihara Minoru.
– The Indian delegation was led by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh.
– The dialogue included significant discussions on defense cooperation and the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific.
About India-Japan 2+2 Dialogue:
– The India-Japan 2+2 dialogue is a platform where the foreign and defense ministers of India and Japan meet to discuss bilateral issues.
– Its objective is to further strengthen security and defense relations between the two countries.
– In this dialogue, the foreign and defense ministers of both countries come together to discuss important issues.
Note: India has a “2+2” ministerial dialogue format with very few countries, including the United States, Australia, and Russia.
Indo-Pacific:
– The Indo-Pacific is a geographic and strategic region encompassing both the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.
– The term is used to represent the interconnected economic, political, and security interests of these two oceans.
– Indian Ocean Region: Includes the eastern coast of Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, South Asia, and Southeast Asian countries.
– Pacific Ocean Region: Includes East Asia, Oceania, and countries along the western coast of the Americas.
About Japan:
– Japan is an island country in East Asia.
– The Japanese archipelago consists of four main islands—Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu—and thousands of smaller islands.
– It covers an area of 377,975 square kilometers (145,937 square miles).
– Population: Approximately 124 million (12.4 crore) [as of 2024], making it the eleventh most populous country.
– Capital: Tokyo
– Emperor: Naruhito
– Currency: Yen
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4. Which Indian is named among the top three central bankers of the world as per the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2024?
a. Dinesh Khara
b. Rakesh Sharma
c. Shaktikanta Das
d. Atanu Chakraborty
Answer: c. Shaktikanta Das
– On August 20, 2024, the RBI announced that Shaktikanta Das received an ‘A+’ rating in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2024.
– This is the second consecutive year that Das has received this rating.
– The Global Finance Central Banker Report was released on August 19, with Das securing the second position among three central bank governors.
– The top position went to Christian Kettel Thomsen of Denmark.
– Thomas Jordan of Switzerland was placed third.
Basis for Grading:
– According to Global Finance, grades are assigned on a scale from “A+” to “F” based on success in areas such as inflation control, economic growth targets, currency stability, and interest rate management.
Who receives this recognition:
– According to The Indian Express, the annual Central Banker Report Card recognizes leaders whose strategies have outperformed their peers through originality, creativity, and determination.
Report Published Since 1994:
– Since 1994, Global Finance has been issuing Central Banker Report Cards annually.
– These report cards rate central bank governors from nearly 100 countries, regions, and districts around the world.
– This includes the European Union, the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank, the Bank of Central African States, and the Central Bank of West African States.
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5. President Draupadi Murmu presented the National Geoscience Award 2023 to 21 geologists in August 2024, in how many categories are these awards given?
a. 5
b. 4
c. 3
d. 2
Answer: c. 3
– On August 20, 2024, President of India Droupadi Murmu presented the National Geoscience Awards 2023 to 21 geoscientists.
– The government selected a total of 12 awards, including 9 individual awards and 3 team awards.
– Among the 9 individual awards are the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement and the National Young Geoscientist Award.
– All the recipients are geoscientists.
Three Different Award Categories:
1. National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: Given to an individual for significant lifelong contributions to the field of geoscience.
2. National Geoscience Award: Awarded to individuals or teams for notable work in the field of Earth sciences over the past decade.
3. National Young Geoscientist Award: Presented to individuals under the age of 35 for their outstanding contributions to the field.
Award Categories – Number of Awards:
– National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement: 1
– National Geoscience Award: 10 (3 team awards + 7 individual awards)
– National Young Geoscientist Award: 1
– Total: 12 awards (21 recipients)
List of Award Recipients:
– Prof. Dheeraj Mohan Banerjee (Lifetime Achievement NG Award)
– Dr. Ashutosh Pandey (National Youth Geoscience Award)
– Abhishek Kumar Shukla, Danira Stephen D’Silva, Parshuram Behera and Dr. M.N Parveen (Team Award) [Mineral Exploration and Exploration]
– Sanjay Singh, Shailendra Kumar Prajapati, Shashank Shekhar Singh and Kevin Nguzo Chasey (Team Award) [Mineral Exploration and Exploration]
– Dr. Pawan Dewangan (Individual Award) [Mineral Exploration and Exploration]
– Dr. Harsh Kumar Verma (Individual Award) [Mining, Mineral Beneficiation and Sustainable Mineral Development]
– Prof. Mangadoddi Narasimha (Individual Award) [Mining, Mineral Beneficiation and Sustainable Mineral Development]
– Rahul Mohan (Individual Award) [Basic Geology]
– Krishna Kumar, Dr. Pragya Pandey, Triparna Ghosh and Debashish Bhattacharya (Team Award) [Basic Geology]
– Dr. Vikram Vishal (Individual Award) [Applied Geology]
– Dr. Bantu Prashant Kumar Patro (Individual Award) [Applied Geology]
– Prof. Srimath Tirumala (Individual Award) [Applied Geology]
National Geoscience Award
– The National Geoscience Award (NGA) is a prestigious award established by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of geoscience.
– Originally established in 1966 as the National Mineral Award, the scope of these awards was broadened in 2009.
– Subsequently, the name was changed to the National Geoscience Award.
Award Amounts:
– National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement (NGA): ₹5,00,000 (Five Lakhs)
– National Geoscience Award: ₹3,00,000 (Divided equally in the case of a team)
– National Young Geoscientist Award: ₹1,00,000 and a research grant of ₹5,00,000 over five years, subject to satisfactory annual progress.
Indian Geological Survey (GSI)
– Establishment: 1851
– Headquarters: Kolkata
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6. Name the Union Home Secretary of the country?
a. Sunil Kumar
b. Rakesh Sharma
c. Govind Mohan
d. Ajay Kumar Singh
Answer: c. Govind Mohan
– Senior IAS officer Govind Mohan took over as the Union Home Secretary on August 23, 2024, after the retirement of Ajay Kumar Bhalla.
– Prior to this, he served as the Secretary of the Ministry of Culture.
– He is a 1989-batch IAS officer of the Sikkim cadre.
– He has previously worked in several important divisions of the Ministry of Home Affairs as Additional Secretary.
Union Home Secretary Role:
– The Union Home Secretary is the highest administrative official of the Ministry of Home Affairs in the Government of India.
– This role involves extensive and critical responsibilities, including overseeing and managing internal security, law and order, and other administrative functions related to home affairs.
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7. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released a commemorative coin of how many rupees to mark the birth centenary of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi?
a. ₹200
b. ₹100
c. ₹50
d. ₹75
Answer: b. ₹100
– On August 18, 2024, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh issued a coin in the presence of M.K. Stalin, the son of Karunanidhi and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, who received it.
– The ₹100 coin weighs 35 grams.
– Its diameter is 44 mm.
– The coin has 200 serrations on its edge.
– It is composed of 50% silver, 40% copper, 5% nickel, and 5% zinc.
– The back of the coin features an image of Karunanidhi.
– The right side of the coin bears the inscription in English: “Kalignar M. Karunanidhi Birth Centenary.”
– Below this, it reads: “1924-2024.”
Who issues commemorative coins?
– The sole authority to print or mint any Indian currency lies with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which functions under the Union Ministry of Finance.
– Thus, it is the Union Finance Ministry that ultimately decides whether to issue a commemorative coin or not.
– However, state governments, government-run cultural institutions or even private organisations can request the government to issue commemorative coins.
M. Karunanidhi
– He was one of the most influential figures in Tamil Nadu and Dravidian politics.
– He served as the President of the DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) from 1969 to 2018.
– He was the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu five times between 1969 and 2011.
– Besides his political career, he made significant contributions to Tamil literature as a speaker, poet, and writer of both fiction and non-fiction, as well as plays and films.
What is Karunanidhi’s relation with MK Stalin
– M Karunanidhi was the father of current CM MK Stalin.
– He was a minister in his father M Karunanidhi’s cabinet.
Tamil Nadu
– CM: MK Stalin
– Capital: Chennai
– Governor: RN Ravi
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8. Pragyan Rover of which ISRO mission discovered that an ocean of hot, molten rock or magma once existed beneath the surface of the Moon?
a. Chandrayaan-1
b. Chandrayaan-2
c. Chandrayaan-3
d. Chandrayaan-4
Answer: c. Chandrayaan-3
– Study reveals that the Moon was once covered by a magma ocean. This analysis has been published in the journal Nature.
What is magma?
– Magma is a hot, liquid mixture of rocks found in the Earth’s interior, particularly in the mantle (the Earth’s inner layer).
Result of the research
– This analysis relates to the measurement of soil on the Moon, which was recorded by the Pragyan rover at several points while covering a distance of 100 meters on the surface.
– The Vikram lander made a ‘soft landing’ near the Moon’s south pole on August 23, 2023. – The Chandrayaan-3 mission, which included both the lander and the rover, was launched by ISRO, Bengaluru.
– The rover Pragyan was deployed by the lander.
– The research mentions that until now, researchers relied on soil samples collected from previous missions like NASA’s Apollo and the Soviet Union’s Luna.
– Researchers, while analyzing data from Pragyan obtained from the Moon’s south pole, found that the Moon’s soil is made up of a single type of rock, Ferroan Anorthosite (FAN).
– These findings are consistent with the analysis of samples previously taken from the Moon.
– The data from the Pragyan rover, with the similar composition of samples taken from geographically distant locations, supports the Lunar Magma Ocean hypothesis, which is a widely accepted scenario for the Moon’s early development.
– This hypothesis provides a possible explanation for how the upper, middle, and inner parts of the Moon’s surface were formed.
– According to the hypothesis, the Moon was formed as a result of a collision between two protoplanets (a stage before planet formation). – While the larger planet became Earth, the smaller one became the Moon. The theory suggests that this caused the Moon to become extremely hot, melting its entire mantle into a ‘magma ocean.’
– The study states that as the Moon was forming, it cooled down, causing low-density FAN to float to the surface, while heavier minerals sank and formed the ‘mantle,’ which lies beneath the ‘crust’ (the upper part of the surface).
– The analysis also revealed that Pragyan detected the presence of magnesium in the Moon’s soil.
Important Questions Related to Space
1. The first country to send a satellite into space: Soviet Union (now split into Russia)
2. The first satellite to reach space: Sputnik (October 4, 1957)
3. The first dog in space: Laika (sent by the Soviet Union on November 3, 1957)
4. The first human in space: Yuri Gagarin (April 12, 1961)
5. The first woman in space: Valentina Tereshkova (sent by the Soviet Union on June 16, 1963)
6. The first Indian in space: Rakesh Sharma (reached space in April 1984 through a Soviet Union mission)
7. The first Indian-American woman astronaut: Kalpana Chawla
8. The first spacecraft to orbit the Moon: Luna-10 (March 1966)
9. The first country to send a man to the Moon: USA
10. The first man to step on the Moon: Neil Armstrong (reached in 1969 through the USA’s Apollo-11 spacecraft)
11. The first country to send an unmanned spacecraft to Mars: USA
12. The first spacecraft to land on Mars: Viking-1
ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)
Chief – S. Somanath
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9. Who has been selected as the flag bearer of India in the opening ceremony of Paris Paralympic Games 2024?
a. Sumit Antil and Bhagyashree Jadhav
b. Devendra Jhajharia and Bhavina Patel
c. Avani Lekhara and Manoj Sarkar
d. Avani Lekhara and Sumit Antil
Answer: a. Sumit Antil and Bhagyashree Jadhav
– Devendra Jhajharia, Chief of the Indian Paralympic Committee (PCI), provided this information in August 2024.
– Sumit Antil, a javelin thrower, is a gold medalist at the Tokyo Paralympic Games.
– Bhagyashree Jadhav, a shot put star, is a silver medalist at the Asian Para Games.
Games Schedule and Athlete Participation:
– Paris Paralympics 2024: August 28 to September 8, 2024
– Over 4,000 athletes from around the world will participate in 549 medal events.
– The first Paralympic Summer Games in Paris, the capital of France, will feature 22 sports, including both individual and team events.
What Are the Paralympic Games?
– The Paralympic Games are a major sports competition for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
– These games take place after the Olympic Games.
– Athletes compete in events such as running, swimming, basketball, cycling, and many others.
– The purpose of these games is to showcase the talents of people with disabilities to the world.
– They aim to change societal perceptions of disabled individuals and inspire them.
– The Paralympic Games started in 1960.
– The first official Paralympic Games were held in Rome, Italy, from September 18 to September 25, 1960.
– The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) oversees the Paralympic Games.
– It is an organization recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
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10. Who became the new Prime Minister of Thailand?
a. Nalini Thavisin
b. Vajiralongkorn
c. Paetongtarn Shinawatra
d. Shrestha Thavisin
Answer: c. Paetongtarn Shinawatra
– She is the daughter of the divisive former leader Thaksin Shinawatra.
– She became the Prime Minister after receiving the royal endorsement letter on August 18, 2024.
– In August 2024, she was elected by the parliament following a court order.
– She received her appointment letter at a ceremony held at the party headquarters in Bangkok.
– Paetongtarn is the third Shinawatra to hold this position after her billionaire father Thaksin and her aunt Yingluck Shinawatra.
– Prior to her, the Prime Minister of Thailand was Srettha Thavisin.
Thailand
– Capital: Bangkok
– King: Vajiralongkorn
– Prime Minister: Paetongtarn Shinawatra
– Currency: Thai Baht
– Language: Thai
– Population: 71.7 million (2022)
– Neighboring Countries: Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia
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11. When did India celebrate the first ‘National Space Day’?
a. 14 July 2023
b. 17 July 2024
c. 23 August 2024
d. 20 August 2024
Answer: c. 23 August 2024
Theme of the day:
‘Touching lives while touching the Moon: India’s space saga’
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced in August 2023 that August 23 would be celebrated as ‘National Space Day.’
Announcements made by PM Modi in 2023:
1. The place where the Chandrayaan-3 lander touched down was named ‘Shiv-Shakti Point’ by PM Modi.
2. The site where Chandrayaan-2 crashed was named ‘Tiranga Point.’
3. August 23 will be observed annually as ‘National Space Day.’
Why is this day celebrated on August 23?
– Because India achieved a historic milestone on August 23, 2023.
– On this day, the Chandrayaan-3 mission successfully completed its soft landing on the Moon.
– With this landing, India became the fourth country to achieve a soft landing on the Moon.
– It became the first country to land on the Moon’s south pole.
ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation)
– Chief: S. Somnath
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12. Where did the operation of India’s second indigenous 700-megawatt nuclear reactor begin in August 2024?
a. Bihar
b. Uttar Pradesh
c. Gujarat
d. Rajasthan
Answer: c. Gujarat
– On August 21, 2024, India’s second indigenous 700-megawatt nuclear energy reactor (KAPS-4) at the Kakrapar Atomic Power Station (KAPS) in Gujarat was commissioned at full capacity.
How many units does KAPS have?
– The first unit of KAPS (KAPS-1) was commissioned in 1993, and the second unit (KAPS-2) was commissioned in 1995. Both units are Indian Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR) with a capacity of 220 megawatts (MW) each.
– Two new units, KAPS-3 and KAPS-4, have also been established at KAPS.
– These reactors are based on the Indian PHWR design with an advanced capacity of 700 megawatts.
Which is the first indigenous 700-megawatt nuclear energy reactor?
– KAPS-3 is India’s first indigenous 700-megawatt Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR).
– KAPS-4 is India’s second indigenous 700-megawatt capacity reactor.
At what capacity was KAPS-4 operating?
– The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) stated that Unit 4 of KAPS was operating at 90% capacity before reaching its full capacity of 700 megawatts.
– Unit KAPS-4 was activated for the first time in December 2023.
– Its commercial operation began on March 31, 2024.
How many reactors is India constructing with a similar design?
– India is constructing 14 more nuclear energy reactors with the same 700-megawatt design.
– These reactors are expected to start operating by the year 2031-32.
Current Status of Reactors:
– NPCIL currently has 24 nuclear reactors with a total capacity of 8,180 megawatts.
– Construction is underway for 8 new reactors, which will have a combined capacity of 6,800 megawatts.
– Additionally, plans are in place for 10 more reactors with a total capacity of 7,000 megawatts.
– By 2031-32, the total nuclear energy capacity in the country is expected to reach 22,480 megawatts.
NPCIL (Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited):
– It is a public sector company under the Government of India responsible for the construction and operation of nuclear power plants in the country.
– Established: September 1987
– Headquarters: Mumbai
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13. Where was the 6th India-Australia Maritime Security Dialogue held in August 2024?
a. New Delhi
b. Canberra
c. Mumbai
d. Melbourne
Answer: b. Canberra (Capital of Australia)
– The 6th India-Australia Maritime Security Dialogue was held on August 13, 2024, in Canberra, Australia.
– India was led by Muanpui Saiavi, Joint Secretary for Disarmament and International Security Affairs in the Ministry of External Affairs.
– Australia was represented by Sarah Story, First Assistant Secretary for South Asia and Central Asia in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Bernard Philip, First Assistant Secretary for International Policy in the Department of Defence.
Discussions between Both Sides:
– Both sides discussed ways to maintain a favorable and secure maritime environment for inclusive development and global welfare.
– They also deliberated on further pathways for cooperation within the maritime ecology pillar of the India-Pacific Ocean Initiative (IPOI).
Next Round of Talks:
– It was agreed that the next round of talks will be held in New Delhi on a mutually convenient date.
Australia:
– Australia is the largest country in Oceania by area and the sixth largest country in the world.
– Prime Minister: Anthony Albanese
– Capital: Canberra
– Currency: Australian Dollar
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14. Rakesh Pal, the then Director General of which of these forces, passed away on 18 August 2024?
a. Border Security Force
b. Indian Coast Guard
c. Indian Army
d. Indian Air Force
Answer: b. Indian Coast Guard
– He was 59 years old. He passed away in Chennai on August 18, 2024.
– He was in Chennai to attend an official ceremony with the Chief of the Coast Guard and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, where he died of a cardiac arrest.
– Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin paid tribute to him.
About the Indian Coast Guard:
– The Indian Coast Guard is India’s maritime security force.
– It was established on August 18, 1978.
– Its primary role is to ensure the safety and security of the nation at sea.
– It works to prevent smuggling, assist in maritime accidents, and stop any illegal activities at sea.
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