Important Daily Current Affairs of 21st October 2021

In this article, we will discuss all the important current affairs of 21st October 2021 in detail.

National

1. The Kushinagar International Airport in Uttar Pradesh was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

On October 20, 2021, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi opened the Kushinagar International Airport in Uttar Pradesh.
The Airport Authority of India is responsible for the construction of the airport, which is expected to cost Rs. 260 crore. In addition, it features Uttar Pradesh’s longest runway.

2. Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister, has launched an upgraded Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi-NCR.

To improve air-quality management in the Delhi-NCR region, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) in Pune has created a new ‘Decision Support System’ (DSS) and updated the existing ‘Air Quality Early Warning System’ (AQEWS).
The IITM Pune is a self-contained institute that falls under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

3. The CII hosts the “Future Tech 2021” International Conference and Exhibition on Digital Technologies.

From October 19 to 27, 2021, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) will host an international conference and exhibition on digital technologies called “Future Tech 2021- a Journey of Digital Transformation to Technology Adoption and Acceleration.”
Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister of State in the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, was virtually present at the opening session.

4. India is ranked 71st out of 113 countries in the Global Food Security Index for 2021.

India is ranked 71st out of 113 countries in the Global Food Security (GFS) Index 2021.
Corteva Agriscience sponsors the GFS Index, which was conceived and constructed by London-based Economist Impact.

International News

5. Ecuador announces a state of emergency due to a rash of violent crimes.

On October 18, 2021, Ecuador’s President Guillermo Lasso proclaimed a 60-day state of emergency in the South American country owing to an increase in violent drug offences.
President Lasso has blamed drug trafficking and consumption for an upsurge in homicides, home burglaries, vehicle and commodities thefts, and muggings.

Banking & Finance News

6. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched the ‘NTS’ card tokenization platform.

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has released the NPCI Tokenization System (NTS) to improve customer security and create a more smooth purchasing experience.
Tokenization of RuPay cards will be supported via the NPCI Tokenization System (NTS), which will give an alternative to shops keeping card details.

7. NABSanrakshan, a Nabard subsidiary, establishes a Rs 1000 crore credit guarantee fund trust to help FPOs.

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has announced the establishment of a Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for FPOs (CGFTFPO), a dedicated fund for extending credit guarantees to FPOs, with a fund size of Rs 1,000 crore.
NABSanrakshan Trustee Pvt Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NABARD, has been appointed as the fund’s trustee.

Appointments News

8. A Balasubramanian has been named Chairman of the AMFI.

The Association of Mutual Funds in India has elected A Balasubramanian as its new Chairman (AMFI).
He takes over as Managing Director of Kotak Mutual Fund from Nilesh Shah.

Awards & Honours News

9. World-acclaimed Kung Fu Nuns wins UNESCO’s Martial Arts Education Prize 2021

The well known Kung Fu Nuns of the Drukpa order of Buddhism has won the inaugural UNESCO’s Martial Arts Education Prize 2021, for their brave and heroic acts of service and championing of gender equality across the Himalayas.
The Nuns empower young girls through martial arts, to defend themselves, build confidence, and take on leadership roles in their communities.

Books & Authors News

10. The second novel by Divya Dutta, ‘Stars In My Sky,’ will be released on October 25.

Divya Dutta, a National Award-winning actress, has released her second book, “The Stars in My Sky: Those Who Brightened My Film Journey.”
The book will be launched on October 25, 2021, by Penguin Random House India (PRHI).

Important Days

11. The 21st of October is National Police Week.

Every year on October 21, India commemorates Police Commemoration Day.
The day is commemorated to remember and honour the heroic police officers who have died in the line of duty.

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