What is the News? The World Economic Forum(WEF) has released the Energy Transition Index, 2021. About Energy Transition Index(ETI), 2021: Energy Transition Index is an annual report by the World Economic Forum (WEF). It prepares the report in collaboration with Accenture. Purpose: The ranking aims to enable policy-makers and businesses to plan for a successful… Continue reading WEF Releases “Energy Transition Index 2021”
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“Boao Forum for Asia” Annual Conference 2021
What is the News? The opening ceremony of the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2021 was held in Boao, China. Boao Forum for Asia -Annual Conference 2021: More than 2,600 guests from over 60 countries and region attended the conference. Theme: “A World in Change: Join Hands to Strengthen Global Governance and Advance Belt… Continue reading “Boao Forum for Asia” Annual Conference 2021
PM Addressed “Leaders Summit on Climate”
The Prime Minister of India has addressed the Leaders Summit on Climate virtually. About Leaders Summit on Climate: Leaders Summit on Climate is a conference hosted by the United States(US) President on Earth Day. The summit coincides with the fifth anniversary of the opening of the Paris Agreement on climate change for signature. Further, the… Continue reading PM Addressed “Leaders Summit on Climate”
Indian Ads Increase Gender Stereotypes, Shows Study
What is the News? UNICEF and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media(GDI) have released a study titled “Gender bias and inclusion in advertising in India”. About the study: Purpose: The study measures the level and type of gender stereotyping found in Indian advertisements on TV and YouTube. For this purpose, over 1,000 most… Continue reading Indian Ads Increase Gender Stereotypes, Shows Study
“World Press Freedom Index” 2021 Released
What is the News? The World Press Freedom Index 2021 released. About World Press Freedom Index: Published by: Reporters Sans Frontieres (RSF) or Reporters Without Borders since 2002. Purpose: The purpose of the Index is to rank 180 countries and regions according to the level of freedom available to journalists. However, the index neither ranks public… Continue reading “World Press Freedom Index” 2021 Released
National Climate Vulnerability Assessment Report
What is the News? The Department of Science and Technology(DST) has released the National climate vulnerability assessment report. About National Climate Vulnerability Assessment Report: The National Climate Vulnerability Assessment Report identifies the most vulnerable states and districts in India, as per the current climate risk and key drivers of vulnerability. Indicators: Several key drivers of… Continue reading National Climate Vulnerability Assessment Report
“Inclusive Internet Index 2021” Released
What is the News? Inclusive Internet Index 2021 has been released. About Inclusive Internet Index, 2021 Facebook Commissions the Inclusive Internet Index, 2021, and The Economist Intelligence Unit will develop the index. Purpose: It seeks to measure the extent of accessibility and affordability of the Internet. Also, the internet should be able to enable positive social… Continue reading “Inclusive Internet Index 2021” Released
IFPRI Releases “Global Food Policy Report 2021”
What is the News? The International Food Policy Research Institute(IFPRI) released the Global Food Policy Report, 2021. About Global Food Policy Report, 2021: Purpose: The report provides lessons drawn from the current crisis. Especially the lessons that can help transform food systems to reduce the impact of the ongoing pandemic, better prepare for future shocks, and… Continue reading IFPRI Releases “Global Food Policy Report 2021”
“UN Food Systems Summit 2021” -India Holds National Dialogue
What is the News? The Ministry of Agricultural and Farmers Welfare conducted a National Dialogue on UN Food Systems Summit 2021. About UN Food Systems Summit,2021: The first-ever UN Food Systems Summit 2021 is expected to hold in September 2021. For that, the United Nations Secretary-General has called for members to participate. Purpose: The summit… Continue reading “UN Food Systems Summit 2021” -India Holds National Dialogue
Girls Faced More Pressure During Pandemic: Study
What is the News? EMpower, global philanthropy has released a study titled ‘COVID In Her Voice: A Girl-led and Centred Participatory Research Study’. About the study: The U.K government supported the study. EMpower, (global philanthropy focused on at-risk youth in emerging markets) conducted it. Cities covered: Girls aged 13-24 from Ahmedabad, Alwar, Bareilly, Delhi, Lucknow,… Continue reading Girls Faced More Pressure During Pandemic: Study
