Munich Security Conference (MSC)
Context The latest edition of Munich Security Conference (MSC) a week ago assumed significance as it was here that Ukrainian President appealed for help ahead of Russian invasion. About Munich…
Organisation of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
Context Recently, India lashed out at the Organisation of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for being “communal minded” and “hijacked by vested interests” – a thinly veiled reference to Pakistan –…
RANET Initiative
Context Brazil is the latest country to join the RANET Initiative of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). RANET stands for Response and Assistance Network (RANET). About RANET Initiative RANET is…
Denmark has signed ISA Framework Agreement (ISA FA)
Context Recently, Denmark has signed ISA Framework Agreement (ISA FA) and Instrument of Ratification with India. Denmark becomes first country to ratify International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement (ISA FA) after…
Antarctic Treaty System
Context Recently, the 1959 Antarctic Treaty celebrates its 60th anniversary. About Antarctic Treaty Negotiated during the middle of the Cold War by 12 countries with Antarctic interests, it remains the…
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Context Recently, West African leaders were due to meet in Ghana to discuss a response to Mali’s second coup in nine months, which has sparked warnings of fresh sanctions and…
What is EDISON Alliance?
Context Recently, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has announced the launch of an EDISON Alliance. EDISON stands for Essential Digital Infrastructure and Services Network. About EDISON Alliance It is an…
UN Population Award for 2020
Context HelpAge India has been presented the UN Population Award for 2020 (institutional category), according to a release issued by UNFPA. Key Details For the first time in the history…
International Council on Monuments and Sites
What is ICOMOS The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS; is a professional association that works for the conservation and protection of cultural heritage places around the world. Now headquartered in Charenton-le-Pont,…
International Monetary Fund
About IMF The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization of 189 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable…