Current Affairs May 2024

20th May 2024: Current Affairs

Iranian President Dies in Helicopter Crash

• Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister died in a helicopter crash.
• Mohammad Mokhber was appointed as interim president.

Fifth Phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024

• The fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections was held today in 49 Parliamentary Constituencies across six states and two Union Territories.

French Open 2024 Begins

• The French Open 2024 tennis tournament commenced today, with India’s Sumit Nagal making it to the main draw in men’s singles.

Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te Sworn In as President

• Lai Ching-te was sworn in as the President of Taiwan.