News– Kirsty Coventry Becomes First Woman and African President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). About International Olympic Committee (IOC) It was established in 1894 by Pierre de Coubertin to revive the ancient Greek Olympics. Headquarters: Lausanne, Switzerland. Mission: “Building a Better World through Sport.” Roles & Responsibilities: Governs the Summer, Winter, and Youth Olympics.… Continue reading International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Category: International Organisations
UN80 Initiative
News: UN Secretary-General António Guterres has unveiled the UN80 Initiative to enhance efficiency within the nearly 80-year-old organization and make it more cost-effective. UN80 Initiative. About UN80 Initiative It is a newly launched effort by United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres. It aimed at improving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment within the 80-year-old global organization. The… Continue reading UN80 Initiative
World Spice Organisation (WSO)
News: As per the World Spice Organisation (WSO), despite being the world’s largest producer and exporter of a wide variety of spices, India holds a meager 0.7% share in the global seasoning market, which is valued at $14 billion in 2024. In contrast, China commands 12%, while the U.S. holds an 11% share. About World… Continue reading World Spice Organisation (WSO)
WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC)
News: The World Health Organization (WHO) is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the entry into force of its Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) this week. About WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC) The WHO FCTC is the first global public health treaty negotiated under the World Health Organization. It is an… Continue reading WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC)
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024
News: India ranked 96 out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, dropping three places from 93 in 2023. About Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024 The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) is released annually by Transparency International. It ranks 180 countries and territories based on perceived levels of public sector corruption. The score… Continue reading Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
News: The recent withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has made global headlines due to its significant political, economic, and security implications. About Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) It was established on May 28, 1975, in Lagos, Nigeria through the Treaty of Lagos.… Continue reading Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Silver Notice
News: The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has introduced its first Silver Notice. About Silver Notice The notice is designed to help countries track and retrieve criminally acquired assets, like properties, vehicles, businesses, which have been laundered across international borders. It is part of a pilot project involving 52 countries (including India) and was… Continue reading Silver Notice
World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
News: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has declared 2024 as the warmest year on record, according to six international datasets. About World Meteorological Organization (WMO) It is a key UN specialized agency dedicated to meteorology, operational hydrology, and related geophysical sciences. Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland. History & Origin: Founded in 1950: As a specialized agency of… Continue reading World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
UN Internal Justice Council
News: Madan B Lokur, retired judge of the Supreme Court of India, has been appointed as the chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC) for a four-year term. About UN Internal Justice Council It was established by the UN General assembly to ensure independence, professionalism and accountability in the administration of justice system of… Continue reading UN Internal Justice Council
UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs
News: India has been elected to chair the 68th session of the UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND). UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs About UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs It is the principal policy-making body of the United Nations on drug-related matters. Headquarters: Vienna, Austria Mandate– It is mandated to monitor global drug trends, support… Continue reading UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs
