Preparing for Competitive exams? Here are the top news of the past week (Representative Image)
UPSC GK capsule: Here is a list of significant highlights from this week that you can read in order to better prepare yourself for any of the upcoming exams
Lakhs of candidates appear for several government exams every year. Some of these include UPSC CSE, IBPS Clerk, SBI PO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, SSC CGL, SSC CPO, SSC MTS and others. This year too, many of the recruitment exams are going to take place in the month of May. To crack these various exams, general knowledge is one of the most important sections. So, those who are preparing for their upcoming recruitment exams, should definitely not miss out on the breaking news and happenings around the globe. We have listed down this week’s national and international events briefly.
Neeraj Chopra Bags Gold at Doha Diamond League
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra clinched the gold medal at the Doha Diamond League 2023 on his first attempt at the Qatar Sports Club in Doha with a world-leading effort of 88.67m on Friday. His first throw was enough to help him get gold and with the top-place finish, the golden boy earned eight points from the first leg. Players who take part in the Diamond League are generally awarded points instead of medals. Additionally, the top eight athletes at the end of the league series then qualify for the Diamond League final. This year the final of the Diamond League will be conducted in Eugene on September 16 and 17.
CRPF directs Jawans to report to security camps amidst Manipur Violence
Violent clashes in Manipur have led to the death of a CoBRA commando. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has directed all its personnel hailing from the state to leave their home “immediately” and report to the nearest CRPF or Border Security Force (BSF) security camp with their respective family members. Security forces in Manipur have also been ordered to ensure all possible assistance to such personnel on priority. The violence first broke out in Torbung area in Churachandpur district on May 3 during the ‘Tribal Solidarity March’. The march was organised by the All Tribal Student Union Manipur (ATSUM) to protest against the demand of Meiteis for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.
IAF Steps In To Rescue 192 Indians From Sudan
The Indian Air Force (IAF) flew from Uttar Pradesh’s Hindon Airport on May 3 and rescued 192 Indian citizens who were stranded in the strife-torn African nation Sudan. This rescue act has become a one-of-a-kind non-stop operation, wherein the aircraft had to stop at Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah for a refuel. IAF flew its C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft out of Hindan-Jeddah-Sudan and finally landed in Ahmedabad safely. This challenging rescue operation lasted for approximately 24 hours without a single break.
EAM Jaishankar hit out at Pakistan Over Kashmir Issue at SCO Meet
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hit out at his Pakistani counterpart Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting in Goa asking him to “wake up and smell the coffee” over the remark on the abrogation of Article 370. Jaishankar reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir “was, is and will” always be part of India.
Charles III Crowned as King of England
King Charles III has been officially crowned as king of England at Westminster Abbey on May 6. This marked the beginning of a new royal era and end to Charles’ seven-decade-long wait for the throne. The Archbishop of Canterbury placed the St. Edward’s crown during the two-hour service on the king’s head, after which the congregation happily cheered “God save the king.” Following that King Charles III took his solemn oath to govern the people of the UK with “justice and mercy.”
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