The Importance of Current Affairs for the UPSC CSE Exams
Daily news is a publication that covers current events and topics of interest to the general public. It is generally written and published every day, though it may be republished on Sundays or national holidays. It is often a source of information and entertainment for the public, as well as a means of advertising to local businesses.
The New York Daily News is an American newspaper based in New York City. It is owned by Tronc, an American media company formerly known as the Tribune Publishing Company. The paper was founded in 1919 and is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States. At its peak circulation, the Daily News reached 2.4 million readers a day during the 1940s. Its headquarters are in the landmark Art Deco Daily News Building on Manhattan’s West 33rd Street in Midtown Manhattan, which is often referred to as “Midtown Manhattan”.
The Daily News is widely read in South Africa and is fiercely independent in its approach to journalism. The paper uses multiple platforms to interact with its audience, focusing on the rush hour reader who wants accessible news conveniently packaged for them. The paper is also bold in its presentation and offers popular opinion pieces to engage with its audience.
As an aspirant, you must be familiar with the importance of current affairs for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). A substantial number of questions are asked from these events in both the Preliminary and Mains examinations. Hence, it is imperative to have a solid understanding of various aspects of global and national politics, economic developments, environmental issues, and science and technology.
While preparing for the CSE, you should follow an effective study strategy. It is recommended that you prepare notes systematically, jotting down important points daily. This will help you build a strong foundation and improve your retention. The notes should cover key points of each topic. You must also revise them regularly to ensure long-term retention. You can refer to renowned newspapers such as the Hindu and Indian Express Analysis for comprehensive coverage of national and international news, along with government sources like PRS Legislative Research and Rajya Sabha TV for authentic and relevant information. Additionally, online platforms such as 99Notes provide well-curated and concise daily updates, making the process of studying current affairs more manageable and time-efficient.
IAS GYAN offers a wide variety of IAS current affairs initiatives, including weekly summaries on All India Radio and Sansad TV and monthly gist on PIB, Yojana and Kurukshetra. It also provides an interactive platform where you can discuss and share daily news articles with other IAS aspirants.
In addition to providing daily current affairs for UPSC aspirants, IAS GYAN has a quiz that allows you to test your knowledge. It is updated frequently with questions based on the latest news and events. Moreover, you can use this quiz to track your progress and identify areas where you need to focus your efforts.