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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 : 30 Aug 2018

'Shipping Portal' Launch soon, says Shri Mansukh Mandaviya

'Shipping Portal' Launch soon, says Shri Mansukh Mandaviya

  • Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways, Shipping, Chemicals, and Fertilizers Shri Mansukh Mandaviya said that a Customer-centric, and Globally accessible 'Shipping Portal' will be launched soon to provide a common platform to all stakeholders.
  • The portal will ensure transparency and efficiency in the Shipping/ Maritime Sector.
  • On the occasion, Shri Mandaviya also inaugurated two e-Modules – one for Recruitment and Placement Service Agencies and the other for facilitating Maritime Training Institutes.
BIMSTEC Summit 2018 in Kathmandu, Nepal

BIMSTEC Summit 2018 in Kathmandu, Nepal

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi arrives in Nepal to attend the 2-days 4th BIMSTEC Summit 2018 held in Kathmandu.The theme of 4th BIMSTEC Summit 2018 is Towards a Peaceful, Prosperous an....

Published On : 30 Aug 2018

National Mission GeM (Government e-Marketplace) Launch on 05-09-2018

National Mission GeM (Government e-Marketplace) Launch on 05-09-2018

National Mission on GeM (Government e-Marketplace) will be launched on 05 September 2018. It's aim to promote inclusiveness, transparency, and effici....

Published On : 30 Aug 2018

29 August Celebrated as National Sports Day

29 August Celebrated as National Sports Day

In India 29 August celebrated as National Sports Day each year, this day marks the birthday of legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand Singh. Dhyan....

Published On : 29 Aug 2018

International Day Against Nuclear Tests held annually on 29 August

International Day Against Nuclear Tests held annually on 29 August

The International Day against Nuclear Tests observed on 29 August every year. It's the main objective to fetch public awareness and education about t....

Published On : 29 Aug 2018

Film Actor & Politician Nandamuri Harikrishna Passes Away at 62

Film Actor & Politician Nandamuri Harikrishna Passes Away at 62

Former Indian film actor, producer, and Rajya Sabha member Nandamuri Harikrishna passes away at the age of 61-year-old in a road accident. Nandamuri ....

Published On : 29 Aug 2018

Arpinder Singh Wins Gold Medal In Men's Triple Jump Event

Arpinder Singh Wins Gold Medal In Men's Triple Jump Event

Indian Olympic Athlete - Arpinder Singh (25-years-old) wins a Gold Medal in Men’s Triple Jump of 16.77 meters at the 18th Asian Games 20....

Published On : 29 Aug 2018

Dr. Ambedkar National Merit Awards 2017

Dr. Ambedkar National Merit Awards 2017

The Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment - Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot presents "Dr. Ambedkar National Merit Awards 2017" to meritorious SC/ ST students.The eligibil....

Published On : 29 Aug 2018

Union HRD Minister Launch 'Smart India Hackathon 2019' in New Delhi

Union HRD Minister Launch 'Smart India Hackathon 2019' in New Delhi

1. The Union Human Resource Development Minister - Shri Prakash Javadekar launches the 3rd edition of World’s Biggest Open Innovation Model "Smart India Hackathon 2019" in New Delhi, today.....

Published On : 29 Aug 2018

Padma Awards 2019, Online Nominations Open till 15 September

Padma Awards 2019, Online Nominations Open till 15 September

The nominations/ recommendations for the Padma Awards are being received online only on the Padma portal www.padmaawards.gov.in. All citizens can make nominati....

Published On : 28 Aug 2018

Former Indian Cricketer Gopal Bose Passes Away at 71

Former Indian Cricketer Gopal Bose Passes Away at 71

Former Indian Cricketer Gopal Bose passes away at the age of 71-years (20 May 1947 - 26 August 2018) in Birmingham, London. Gopal Bose born in Kolkat....

Published On : 28 Aug 2018

PV Sindhu Wins Silver Medal In Badminton Women's Singles

PV Sindhu Wins Silver Medal In Badminton Women's Singles

Indian professional badminton player and first Indian Woman to win an Olympic silver medal, Pusarla Venkata Sindhu (23-years-old) win the Silver medal in the f....

Published On : 28 Aug 2018

Shri Piyush Goyal Inaugurates Smart Railway Conclave

Shri Piyush Goyal Inaugurates Smart Railway Conclave

The Union Minister of Railways and Coal Shri Piyush Goyal inaugurates Smart Railway Conclave organized by FICCI, in New Delhi today. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Piyush Goyal said; ....

Published On : 28 Aug 2018

ISRO Gaganyaan India First Human Space Flight Programme

ISRO Gaganyaan India First Human Space Flight Programme

As announced by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi during his Independence Day address, India’s first Indian Human mission will be launched by ISRO by 2022. This was stated by the Union Minist....

Published On : 28 Aug 2018

Tejinder Pal Singh Toor Wins Gold in Men's Shot Put Event

Tejinder Pal Singh Toor Wins Gold in Men's Shot Put Event

Tejinder Pal Singh Toor (23-year-old Indian shot putter) wins the Gold medal in the final's match of Men’s Shot Put at the 18th Asian Games 2018 in Jakarta - Palembang, Indonesia.The 7t....

Published On : 27 Aug 2018

Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy DRDO New Chariman 2018

Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy DRDO New Chariman 2018

Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy (55-years-old) is an Indian Aerospace Scientist from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, appointed as a new Chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).Dr.....

Published On : 27 Aug 2018

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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