Why Current Affairs Matter
Current affairs questions are a guaranteed part of every forces test and ISSB interview. The selection committee expects you to be an informed citizen who knows what's happening in Pakistan and around the world. Not knowing current affairs instantly shows that you don't read, which is a red flag for officer selection.
Pakistan — Important Current Affairs
Government & Politics
- Current President, Prime Minister, and Chief Justice names
- Recent important legislation and constitutional amendments
- Provincial Chief Ministers and Governors
- Recent elections and political developments
Defence & Security
- Current COAS, CNS, and CAS names and appointment dates
- Recent military exercises (joint exercises with other countries)
- Border security developments
- Pakistan's defence capability updates
Economy
- Current GDP growth rate and inflation rate
- IMF program and economic reforms
- CPEC projects and progress
- Major economic indicators
International — Important Current Affairs
Global Events
- UN General Assembly recent sessions
- Global climate change developments (COP conferences)
- Major international conflicts and peace processes
- International sports events (Cricket World Cup, Olympics)
Regional Affairs
- Pakistan-India relations — recent developments
- Pakistan-China relations — CPEC updates
- Afghanistan situation — latest developments
- Middle East conflicts and peace deals
Science & Technology
- AI developments and their impact
- Space exploration milestones
- Pakistan's satellite and space program
How to Stay Updated
- Read Dawn newspaper online: 15 minutes daily is enough
- Watch Geo/ARY news summary: 10-minute evening bulletin
- Follow @pakaborad (Twitter/X): Quick current affairs updates
- Monthly revision: Make notes of important events each month
- Take our GK quizzes which include current affairs questions
Pro Tip: In ISSB interviews, they always ask about the latest news. Being updated shows you are a serious, well-informed candidate — exactly what the forces look for in future officers.