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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 : 28 May 2020

New Species of Fish 'Puntius Sanctus' discovered in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu

New Species of Fish 'Puntius Sanctus' discovered in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu

  • A team of researchers headed by Professor Mathews Plamoottil has discovered a new species of small freshwater fish named 'Puntius Sanctus' in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu. The new species of fish belong to the family Cyprinidae.
    Professor Mathews Plamoottil is the Head of the Department of Zoology at the BJM Government College, Chavara (Kerala).
  • Puntius Sanctus,
    - Puntius Sanctus is a silver-hued fish, that is locally termed as Paral in Kerala and Kende in Tamil Nadu. This fish is very small and Grows up-to 7 cm.
    - Its physical features include a ‘protractible mouth’, a pair of ‘maxillary barbels’ (a sensory organ near the mouth), 24-25 lateral line titrations, and 10 pre-dorsal scales.
Rajiv Joshi won NYIPLA Inventor of the year Award 2020

Rajiv Joshi won NYIPLA Inventor of the year Award 2020

Rajiv Joshi won the prestigious NYIPLA Inventor of the Year Award 2020 for his contribution to advancing the electronic industry and improving artificial intelligence (AI) c....

Published On : 28 May 2020

J. K. Rowling - New Children's Book 'The Ickabog'

J. K. Rowling - New Children's Book 'The Ickabog'

Noted British author Joanne Rowling popular name 'J. K. Rowling' will release her new children’s book 'The Ickabog'. Five chapters of the book are already been made av....

Published On : 28 May 2020

Tsai Ing-wen - New President of Taiwan

Tsai Ing-wen - New President of Taiwan

Tsai Ing-wen has been elected as the President of Taiwan for the second time. She is a Taiwanese politician and academic serving as the President of the Rep....

Published On : 28 May 2020

Nitin Gadkari inaugurates Chamba Tunnel (440m) under Chardham Pariyojana via Video Conferencing

Nitin Gadkari inaugurates Chamba Tunnel (440m) under Chardham Pariyojana via Video Conferencing

Union Transport & Highway Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated the Chamba Tunnel (440m) under Chardham Pariyojana via Video Conferencing. Speaking on the occasion, Mr.....

Published On : 26 May 2020

US Navy successfully test-fired Laser Weapon

US Navy successfully test-fired Laser Weapon

US Navy has successfully test-fired a new high-energy laser weapon that can destroy aircraft mid-flight. It will provide defense against drones or armed small boats. The pow....

Published On : 26 May 2020

US player Jamie Hampton announces retirement from tennis

US player Jamie Hampton announces retirement from tennis

US player Jamie Hampton has announced her retirement from tennis on Twitter at the age of 30. She was ranked 24th under World Top 25 player on 29th July 2013, and she played....

Published On : 26 May 2020

MP Chief Minister starts 'Everybody will get Employment' Scheme

MP Chief Minister starts 'Everybody will get Employment' Scheme

The 17th Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has launched the 'Everybody will get Employment' scheme through video conferencing. Under this scheme, M....

Published On : 26 May 2020

UN listed Manipur 'Khudol' in Top 10 Global Initiatives to fight against COVID-19

UN listed Manipur 'Khudol' in Top 10 Global Initiatives to fight against COVID-19

The United Nations (UN) has listed the Manipur 'Khudol' in the Top 10 Global Initiatives to fight against COVID-19. The Manipur 'Khudol' is listed by the Jayathma Wickramana....

Published On : 26 May 2020

India set-up Military War Game Center 'INDIA' in Uganda

India set-up Military War Game Center 'INDIA' in Uganda

Indian Association in Uganda in association with the Indian Military training team to set up a Military War Game Center 'INDIA' in Jinja district for Uganda....

Published On : 26 May 2020

Former Judge A. K. Sikri inaugurated Indian Dispute Resolution Centre

Former Judge A. K. Sikri inaugurated Indian Dispute Resolution Centre

Former Supreme Court Judge Arjan Kumar Sikri has inaugurated the Indian Dispute Resolution Centre (IDRC) through video conferencing in New Delhi. This cente....

Published On : 26 May 2020

Botanical Survey of India discovered New plant Species in the Western Ghats

Botanical Survey of India discovered New plant Species in the Western Ghats

A team of Scientists of the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) has discovered 3 new plant species in the Western Ghats in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.1. Eugenia Sphaero....

Published On : 25 May 2020

In the World, India ranked 2nd for Manufacturing of PPE Kit

In the World, India ranked 2nd for Manufacturing of PPE Kit

In the World, India has become the world's 2nd largest manufacturer of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kit followed by China. The Manufacturing of PPE K....

Published On : 25 May 2020

Jahnabi Phookan - New President of FICCI FLO

Jahnabi Phookan - New President of FICCI FLO

FICCI FLO has appointed the Jahnabi Phookan as its 37th National President. She replaced Harjinder Kaur Talwar. She is the oldest women-led and focused busi....

Published On : 25 May 2020

International Missing Children's Day celebrated on 25th May Every year

International Missing Children's Day celebrated on 25th May Every year

Every year on 25th May International Missing Children's Day is celebrated throughout the world to remembering missing and abducted children. The day coincides with the Unite....

Published On : 25 May 2020

Kerala government launched 'Break the Chain' cartoon campaign

Kerala government launched 'Break the Chain' cartoon campaign

Kerala state Health Minister K. K. Shailaja, popularly name Shailaja Teacher has launched the Kerala Cartoon Academy’s 'Break the Chain' campaign. In ....

Published On : 25 May 2020

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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