Current Affair Category: International Relations

Why in News ? A group of governments and civil society organisations believe that fossil fuels  should be regulated the way nuclear weapons are, and are pushing the idea of a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty (FF-NPT). What is Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FFPT)? The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FFPT) is an international initiative aimed at […]

Why in News ?Prime Minister Narendra Modi was recently awarded the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), one of Nigeria’s highest national honors. This distinction, presented by Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, was conferred during Modi’s official visit to Nigeria on November 18, 2024. The honor recognizes Modi’s contributions to global democratic values, […]

The President of Sri Lanka is the head of state, head of government, and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. Sri Lanka has an executive presidential system where the president plays a significant role in governance. Here’s an overview of the process for electing the president and related aspects: 1. Election Process A. Direct Election by […]

foreign tribes in news : Mashco Piro In 2024, the Mashco Piro, an uncontacted tribe from Peru’s Amazon rainforest, emerged from isolation. The tribe left their isolated habitat due to encroachment and the search for food and safety. The Peruvian government established the Madre de Dios Territorial Reserve to protect the Mashco Piro’s territory, but […]

About Dominica Dominica, officially known as the Commonwealth of Dominica, is an island country in the Caribbean. It is known for its lush rainforests, volcanic terrain, and nickname, the “Nature Isle of the Caribbean.” Key Facts Capital: Roseau Area: Approximately 750 square kilometers Population: Around 72,000 Official Language: English Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) Government: Parliamentary […]

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) is a prominent, independent research organization in India focused on policy-oriented research to address critical challenges in energy, environment, and resource sustainability. It engages with national and international stakeholders to influence evidence-based policy for sustainable development and energy transitions. CEEW’s work spans various areas, including clean energy […]

Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) refers to energy systems that generate electricity from renewable sources on a small, localized scale, often near the point of use rather than at large, centralized power plants. Examples include rooftop solar panels, small-scale wind turbines, micro-hydropower, and biomass systems, which are commonly deployed in homes, businesses, rural areas, and off-grid […]

The State of Food and Agriculture 2024’ (SOFA 2024): Why in News? The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) has  recently released ‘The State of Food and Agriculture 2024’ (SOFA 2024). Key Findings: True Cost Accounting: The report calls for the importance of true cost accounting in agrifood systems. It helps to uncover the hidden costs […]

Will financial roadblocks continue to hinder conservation efforts? A big bone of contention at the COP16 was the mobilisation of resources to meet the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework target of $700 billion a year for biodiversity conservation by 2030, including $30 billion from developed countries. But pledges at COP16 totalled $163 million The 16th meeting […]

Interpol issues several types of notices to facilitate international law enforcement cooperation, each with a distinct purpose. Here’s a breakdown of the key types of notices: 1. Red Notice Purpose: To locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition. Content: Information on the individual sought (such as their name, photograph, and identifying details), details of […]