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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 : 31 Dec 2019

Karnataka Grameena Bank inked MoU with SELCO on sustainable energy solutions

Karnataka Grameena Bank inked MoU with SELCO on sustainable energy solutions

  • Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank (KVGB) signed an agreement with SELCO Solar Light Private Limited for Understanding of solar lighting and livelihood solutions.
  • The objective of this agreement is to improve the quality of life of micro and small entrepreneurs, economically weaker sections(EWS), sustainable agriculture and women’s empowerment.
  • About KVGB
    i) Founded on 12th September 2005
    ii) HQ - Dharwad, Karnataka
    iii) Chairman - Puttaganti Gopi Krishna
  • About SELCO India
    i) Chairman - Harish Hande
    ii) HQ - Bangalore, Karnataka
Retired General Bipin Rawat appointed as first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)

Retired General Bipin Rawat appointed as first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)

The Appointment Committee of Cabinet (ACC) led by Prime Minister Modi appointed the Retired General Bipin Rawat (age 61 years) as the first Chief of Defence Staff (C....

Published On : 31 Dec 2019

Gujarat born Aayushi Dholakia crowned Miss Teen International 2019

Gujarat born Aayushi Dholakia crowned Miss Teen International 2019

Indian beauty queen from Gujarat Aayushi Dholakia has won the 2019 Miss Teen International held in JaiBagh Palace at Jaipur, Rajasthan. She becomes the firs....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

Indian chess Grandmaster Koneru Humpy won 2019 Women's World Rapid Champion

Indian chess Grandmaster Koneru Humpy won 2019 Women's World Rapid Champion

Indian chess grandmaster Koneru Humpy (age 32 years) has won the 2019 Women's World Rapid Champion held in Moscow, Russia. In the final match, She defeated Chinese....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

South Africa's blower V. Philander announced retirement from cricket

South Africa's blower V. Philander announced retirement from cricket

In Cricket, South Africa's blower Vernon Philander (age 34-years) announced retirement from international cricket after the Test series against England. During his....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

The Chief of Pejavara Mutt Vishwesha Teertha died at 88

The Chief of Pejavara Mutt Vishwesha Teertha died at 88

Indian Hindu Guru and Chief of Pejavara Mutt Vishwesha Teertha has died in Udupi, Karnataka. He was 88. He had established Poornaprajna Vidyapeetha in Bangalore wh....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

Reserve Bank appointed J&K Bank as Lead Bank Convener for Jammu and Kashmir UT

Reserve Bank appointed J&K Bank as Lead Bank Convener for Jammu and Kashmir UT

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed J&K Bank as the Lead Bank Convener (UTLBC) for the Jammu and Kashmir UT. While State Bank of India (SBI) will be the new Lead Bank Convener ....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

5-day Mandu festival began in Mandav, Madhya Pradesh

5-day Mandu festival began in Mandav, Madhya Pradesh

The 5-day long Mandu festival began in Mandav, a world-famous picturesque tourist destination located in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh state. It is organized by Madhya Pra....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

UN declared Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai as 'Most Famous Teenager Of Decade'

UN declared Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai as 'Most Famous Teenager Of Decade'

In an official report, The United Nations (UN) has declared Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai (age 22 years) as 'Most Famous Teenager Of Decade'. ....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

K. Srikkanth, Anjum Chopra honored with CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award

K. Srikkanth, Anjum Chopra honored with CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth (age 60 years) and Anjum Chopra (age 42 years) have been named as the recipient of the prestigious CK Nayudu Lifetime Award for....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

Today, Port Blair celebrated the 76th Anniversary of First Flag Hoisting

Today, Port Blair celebrated the 76th Anniversary of First Flag Hoisting

Port Blair (Capital of Andaman & Nicobar Islands) organized a function to celebrated the 76th Anniversary of First Flag Hoisting by Netaji Subhas Chandr....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

Hemant Soren pledge as 11th Chief Minister of Jharkhand

Hemant Soren pledge as 11th Chief Minister of Jharkhand

Shibu Soren's son Hemant Soren (age 44 years) pledged as the 11th Chief Minister of ....

Published On : 30 Dec 2019

The People of Ladakh celebrated its Ladakhi New Year

The People of Ladakh celebrated its Ladakhi New Year

The People of Ladakh celebrated its Ladakhi New Year 'Losar' with full of joy and gaiety on 28th December 2019. It has been organized by the Ladakh Buddhist Association and ....

Published On : 28 Dec 2019

China successfully launched 'Long March-5' from Wenchang Space Center

China successfully launched 'Long March-5' from Wenchang Space Center

China has successfully launched the country's largest carrier rocket 'Long March-5', and it had launched from Wenchang Space Launch Center in south China's ....

Published On : 28 Dec 2019

Renowned cartoonist Vikas Sabnis dies at 69

Renowned cartoonist Vikas Sabnis dies at 69

Renowned political cartoonist died in Mumbai due to cardiac arrest. He was 69. He had completed 50 years of an illustrious career in 2018. Inspired by Bal Thackeray and RK Laxman, ....

Published On : 28 Dec 2019

Famous Economist S. Gurumurthy released 'Politics of Opportunism' book

Famous Economist S. Gurumurthy released 'Politics of Opportunism' book

A new book named 'Politics of Opportunism' released by Famous Economist Swaminathan Gurumurthy (age 70 years) at a function in New Delhi (Capital of India). The bo....

Published On : 28 Dec 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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