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Cordial Welcome to Jobrefresher Current Affairs 2018. To remain updated with current affairs is prime need in case you want to pass any competitive exam. Even if one is not preparing for Govt Exams one should also be aware about national and international affairs. Intellectual abilities of a candidate are mostly judged through his general knowledge. This is the main page where you can grasp important updates and alerts on national and international events, news related to sports, business, banking, arts, science, defence and world scenarios etc.

Published On : 22 Apr 2019

BCCI fined Hardik and K.L Rahul Rs 20,00,000/- each

BCCI fined Hardik and K.L Rahul Rs 20,00,000/- each

  • India cricketers Hardik Pandya (age 25 years) and K.L. Rahul (age 27 years) were fined Rs 20,00,000/- each by the BCCI ombudsman Justice D.K. Jain for their sexist comments on a popular TV chat show-Koffee with Karan.
  • In the order published on the official BCCI website, Justice Jain wrote that no further action will be taken against Pandya and Rahul, who has already served a provisional suspension and tendered an unconditional apology for their loose comments on women.
National Civil Services Day not being observed due to 17th Lok Sabha Elections

National Civil Services Day not being observed due to 17th Lok Sabha Elections

The National Civil Services Day is not being observed due to the 17th Lok Sabha Elections 2019. The day is celebrated on 21st April....

Published On : 22 Apr 2019

21st April: World Creativity and Innovation Day

21st April: World Creativity and Innovation Day

The World Creativity and Innovation Day (WCID) has been celebrated on 21st April every year. It's aim to raise aw....

Published On : 22 Apr 2019

International Mother Earth Day being observed today

International Mother Earth Day being observed today

The International Mother Earth Day is being observed on 22nd April every year around the world. This day remind each of us that the Earth and its ....

Published On : 22 Apr 2019

Important Highlights-20th April 2019

Important Highlights-20th April 2019

Deutsche Bank is a German multinational investment bank, appoints Kaushik Shaparia as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for India. Jaideep Sarkar (IFS:1987 Batch Cadre) appointed as th....

Published On : 20 Apr 2019

Ahmed Salman Rushdie’s new novel “Quichotte” will be released in August 2019

Ahmed Salman Rushdie’s new novel “Quichotte” will be released in August 2019

The British Indian Novelist and essayist Sir Ahmed Salman Rushdie’s (age 71 years) new novel “Quichotte” will be released in August 20....

Published On : 20 Apr 2019

Khooni Vaisakhi; book on Jallianwala Bagh Poem released in Abu Dhabi

Khooni Vaisakhi; book on Jallianwala Bagh Poem released in Abu Dhabi

India's Ambassador to the UAE Navdeep Singh Suri commended the launch of the book, saying the ballad is now reaching a global audience. A book containing English translation of the....

Published On : 20 Apr 2019

Jerrie Cobb-NASA 1st female Astronaut dies at 88

Jerrie Cobb-NASA 1st female Astronaut dies at 88

NASA 1st female astronaut, pilot Jerrie Cobb (age 88-years) passed away in Florida, USA. In 1961, Cobb became the 1st female to pass astronaut testing. Altogether, 13 women who pas....

Published On : 20 Apr 2019

20th April: UN Chinese Language Day

20th April: UN Chinese Language Day

The UN Chinese Language Day is observed on 20th April ever year to promote the use of Chinese language in UN. The event was established by the UNESCO in 2010. It's aim to....

Published On : 20 Apr 2019

Important Highlights: 18-19th April 2019

Important Highlights: 18-19th April 2019

IDBI Bank launch ‘NRI-Insta-Online’ paperless account-opening facility for NRIs. Industrial Development Bank of India was established in 1964 Bajaj Finserv Ltd launches....

Published On : 19 Apr 2019

Mithali Raj named Goodwill Ambassador of team India at the Street Child Cricket World Cup

Mithali Raj named Goodwill Ambassador of team India at the Street Child Cricket World Cup

Indian women’s cricket team captain Mithali Raj (age 36 years) has been named the goodwill ambassador of team India at the Street Child Cricket World Cup (SCCWC). She joins i....

Published On : 19 Apr 2019

TikTok video app no longer available on Apple & Google play store

TikTok video app no longer available on Apple & Google play store

In India, The Chinese video app 'TikTok' from the Google Play Store and Apple Store following directions of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Earlier, The Hig....

Published On : 19 Apr 2019

19th April: World Liver Day

19th April: World Liver Day

The World liver day is being observed on 19 April every year. It aims to spread awareness about the 2nd largest organ in the body. The theme for this year is 'Love Your Liver and L....

Published On : 19 Apr 2019

Former director of ISAC S.K. Shivakumar passes away at 66

Former director of ISAC S.K. Shivakumar passes away at 66

Renowned space scientist and Former director of Indian Space Research Organisation Satellite Centre (ISAC) S.K. Shivakumar passed away in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Shivakumar was part ....

Published On : 19 Apr 2019

Important Highlights: 1-2nd February 2019

Important Highlights: 1-2nd February 2019

Piyush Goyal presented the Interim Budget. National Pulse Polio Immunisation Campaign to be held on 10th March TRAIs New broadcasting tariffs came into effect ....

Published On : 01 Feb 2019

Important Highlights: 1-2nd January 2019

Important Highlights: 1-2nd January 2019

Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant (age 21 years) first wicket-keeper to claim 20 catches in Test series. Prime Minister of Bhutan Dr. Lotay Tshering concluded his three-day visit to In....

Published On : 01 Jan 2019

How to Prepare For Current Affairs And General Awareness?

UPSC Exam Pattern now carries more focus on all round information on current affairs, besides knowledge of aspirants in other fields. The stalwarts or beginners appearing for the UPSC exam are mostly apprehensive about what will be in store for them during UPSC Exams. They are very unsure what to prepare and study relevant to the current pattern of exams. Here is how they should start their preparation.

The first thing regarding preparations that aspirants need to know for UPSC exams is referring to the previous year’s question papers. Those papers should include both the Prelims and Main stream exams. These papers will reveal the pattern they should follow.

They would know more by learning through these papers about how the questions papers are framed and what type of questions they will face in UPSC exams. They can also practice by solving the questions in those papers. This would be more of a skill development exercise, and this will help them to study on the similar lines and get through the UPSC exams.

How to prepare for current affairs section for UPSC exams?

The knowledge about the current affairs is the key for the aspirants to succeed in exams. However, they still might be confused about how to go for it. Here is a guideline how to perform well in the current affairs section of the UPSC Syllabus that most aspirants find a bit intriguing.

Read newspapers & magazines

The easiest source of current affairs information is the internet, newspapers, and magazines. You must read the leading newspapers religiously every day and follow current issues concerning regional, national, and international areas

You should read them carefully and discuss with your friends and seniors. You can get plenty of topics covering developments in medical science, technology, economics, sports, political developments, environmental studies, and a variety of other topics.

Study government planning

Never miss on the different plans and schemes of government to benefit different sections of societies. Those may include schemes to provide skills to unskilled people, old-aged people, young girls for their education, housing schemes, and plans for farmers etc.

Focus on information from some organizations

There are few organizations like ministry of finance, HRD, and RBI that offer some news updates relevant to the question papers in exam. Focus on them and try to read all about them. You must understand all about the important information that may affect the lives of people and country.

Stay updated and analyze

Do in-depth study on various achievements and analyze them. These include political decisions in Kashmir, India’s expedition in space and other developments in science & technology across the world. Try to reach out to the core of all of its aspects and find answers for ‘how, why, where, and what’ of different situations and achievements. Sometimes, aspirants choose to ignore most frequently appearing news items, although those normally are part of the UPSC exam papers.

Historical Aspects

Knowing about the history of the countries and cultures is a skill that you could adopt by indulging in it. Try to get acquainted with the historical events, modern & ancient history of India. Make note of game-changing historical events and try to understand their impact. Remembering dates is also a very important ritual of studying history.

Information on Geographical & International Affairs

International affair in geographical context has a prominent place in the question papers of UPSC exams. Prepare on the international affairs, keeping in mind the ever-changing political scenarios, especially across the country’s borders. Do not forget to refer world atlas to understand the geographical impact in relation to international affairs. This will help you to address real political & geographical issues of the regions.

Ways to hone your skills

When you come to know about the pattern of questions asked in UPSC exams, you must proceed to hone your skills in general knowledge related to current affairs. You can also enhance your GK through daily or weekly current affairs quiz programs available in different websites. You need to read regularly on sports and entertainment also.

If you follow the above referred guidelines on current affairs, you can get past UPSC exams easily.

Importance of Current Affairs

General Knowledge about current affairs help us analyze the pros and cons of a situation and with current affairs one can attain academic as well as personal growth. Jobrefresher is the best website for following current affairs. Randomness is the most important characteristics of competitive examinations. Nowadays, in most of competitive exams and interviews, there is a defined section for General Knowledge which plays central role in final merit list.

Current Affairs mainly has three parts:
1. Static Events like India launched Agni Missile.
2. Dynamic Events which has regular updates like- Nirav Modi case.
3. Periodical Events like- Elections, Annual Budget etc.
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