Current Affairs - Politics

Simon Harris, a prominent figure in Irish politics, is set to become Ireland's youngest prime minister at the age of 37. His emergence as the sole candidate for the position follows the unexpected departure of Leo Varadkar, marking a significant political transition in the country.

Vaughan Gething, currently serving as the Economic Minister of Wales, has made history by becoming the first Black leader of a European country after being elected as the new leader of the Welsh Labour Party.

The Lok Sabha Elections 2024 will be conducted in 7 phases from April 19 to June 1, 2024, as announced by the Election Commission of India, covering various states and Union Territories across the country in a staggered manner.

Nayab Singh Saini, an influential leader from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) community, has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Haryana. His rise through party ranks and electoral success are considered crucial factors in his appointment.

The police in Jammu and Kashmir initiated "Operation Kamdhenu" to address the prevalent issue of cattle smuggling in the Jammu, Samba, and Kathua (JSK) police ranges. This operation targets both immediate smugglers and the masterminds behind these illicit activities, employing a comprehensive strategy to combat the problem effectively.