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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 : 12 May 2020

Dr. Narottam Mishra launched 'FIR Aapke Dwar Yojana'

Dr. Narottam Mishra launched 'FIR Aapke Dwar Yojana'

  • The Home Minister of Madhya Pradesh state Dr. Narottam Mishra (age 60 years) has launched India's first 'FIR Aapke Dwar Yojana' at the new Police Control Room, Bhopal. With this, Madhya Pradesh becomes the first Indian state to implement this scheme.
  • FIR Aapke Dwar Yojana,
    FIR Aapke Dwar Scheme has been started as a pilot project in 23 Police Stations including one urban and one rural Police Station at 11 Divisional Headquarters. Director-General of Police Vivek Johari informed that Dial 100 vehicles would have trained Head Constables to lodge FIR. FIRs in complaints of general nature will be lodged on the spot. In case of serious complaints, guidance will be sought from senior officers.
    Besides, Madhya Pradesh Home Minister also launched the helpline number - Dial 112 on the occasion, to facilitate immediate availability of ambulance, police, and fire fighting services wherever needed.
CSIR-NAL Bangalore developed BiPAP Non-Invasive Ventilator 'SwasthVayu'

CSIR-NAL Bangalore developed BiPAP Non-Invasive Ventilator 'SwasthVayu'

CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) Bangalore has developed a BiPAP Non-Invasive Ventilator 'SwasthVayu' in a record time of 36 days to treat COVID-19 patients. ....

Published On : 12 May 2020

Indian Government launched 'Mission Sagar' to aid Island Nations

Indian Government launched 'Mission Sagar' to aid Island Nations

The Government of India has launched the 'Mission Sagar' to aid the Island Nations. Under this, Indian Naval Ship 'Kesari' has departed for Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, ....

Published On : 11 May 2020

National Technology Day celebrated on 11th May Each year

National Technology Day celebrated on 11th May Each year

Each year on 11th May National Technology Day is celebrated across India to signify the glorious achievements of Indian science and technology. Theme....

Published On : 11 May 2020

Defense Ministry inked Rs 1,200 crore Deal with Tata Power to Modernize 37 Airfields

Defense Ministry inked Rs 1,200 crore Deal with Tata Power to Modernize 37 Airfields

The Ministry of Defence has inked Rs 1,200 crore Deal with Tata Power to modernize 37 Airfields of Indian Air Force (IAF), Indian Navy, and Indian Coast Gua....

Published On : 11 May 2020

Indu Shekhar Chaturvedi - New Secretary of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

Indu Shekhar Chaturvedi - New Secretary of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

The Appointment Committee of Cabinet (ACC) has appointed the Shri Indu Shekhar Chaturvedi as the New Secretary of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. He r....

Published On : 11 May 2020

TRIFED inked MoU with Art Of Living Foundation to Promote Tribal Enterprises

TRIFED inked MoU with Art Of Living Foundation to Promote Tribal Enterprises

The Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has inked MoU with the Art Of Living (AOL) Foundation to Promote Tribal Enterpr....

Published On : 11 May 2020

ICMR-NIV, Pune developed ELISA Test Kit for COVID-19

ICMR-NIV, Pune developed ELISA Test Kit for COVID-19

ICMR-National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune has developed the first indigenous ELISA Test Kit - COVID KAVACH for antibody detection of COVID-19. The fir....

Published On : 11 May 2020

Rob Gibbs - Filmmaker & Writer passed away

Rob Gibbs - Filmmaker & Writer passed away

Filmmaker and Writer Robert James 'Rob Gibbs' passed away. He was 55 years. He was a story artist for Pixar. He was worked with Pixer for over 20 years and had contributed t....

Published On : 11 May 2020

UNEP extended Dia Mirza tenure as Goodwill Ambassador

UNEP extended Dia Mirza tenure as Goodwill Ambassador

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has extended the Bollywood actress Dia Mirza's tenure as Goodwill Ambassador up to 2022. Due to this, She will continue his w....

Published On : 09 May 2020

UP Chief Minister launches 'Pravasi Rahat Mitra' App for Migrant Workers

UP Chief Minister launches 'Pravasi Rahat Mitra' App for Migrant Workers

UP Chief Minister Shri Yogi Adityanath has launched the 'Pravasi Rahat Mitra' App for migrant workers, who are returning home from different parts of the country amidst lock....

Published On : 09 May 2020

World Migratory Bird Day celebrated on 9th May every year

World Migratory Bird Day celebrated on 9th May every year

The World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is celebrated on 9th May every year across the world to raise awareness and highlight the need for the protection of mig....

Published On : 09 May 2020

Kumar Sangakkara re-elected as President of Marylebone Cricket Club

Kumar Sangakkara re-elected as President of Marylebone Cricket Club

Former Sri Lanka cricketer Kumar Sangakkara (age 42 years) has been re-elected as the President of Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). He is the first Non-Britis....

Published On : 09 May 2020

Iran Government introduced New Currency 'Toman' to tackle Inflation

Iran Government introduced New Currency 'Toman' to tackle Inflation

The Government of Iran has passed a bill in his parliament to changing its currency Rial to Toman. Under this, each Toman will be equal to 10,000 Rial.....

Published On : 08 May 2020

Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb launched online portal scholarships.gov.in

Tripura CM Biplab Kumar Deb launched online portal scholarships.gov.in

The 10th Chief Minister of Tripura Biplab Kumar Deb has launched an online portal scholarships.gov.in under 'Mukhyamantri Yuba Yogayog Yojana' in the state.....

Published On : 08 May 2020

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury - Re-elected as the PAC chairperson

Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury - Re-elected as the PAC chairperson

Congress MP from Berhampore Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury (age 64 years) has been re-elected as the Chairperson of the Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC) by Lok Sabha Spe....

Published On : 08 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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