News: The Integrated Forum on Climate Change and Trade (IFCCT) was formally launched at COP30 on November 15 to manage climate–trade tensions. About Integrated Forum on Climate Change and Trade (IFCCT) It is a high-level forum designed to foster dialogue and explore practical solutions at the intersection of international trade policy, climate action, and development… Continue reading Integrated Forum on Climate Change and Trade (IFCCT)
Category: International Organisations
Country Platform for Climate and Nature Finance
News: India and other countries announced plans to set up national ‘country platforms’ for climate and nature finance at COP30. About Country Platform for Climate and Nature Finance It is a strategic, country-driven mechanism that translate climate priorities into programmatic investment approaches. Announced at: The initiative was announced at a ministerial event during COP30 in Belem,… Continue reading Country Platform for Climate and Nature Finance
Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)
News: Amid ongoing tensions with Bangladesh, National Security Adviser Ajit Doval is set to host Khalilur Rahman, the interim Bangladeshi government’s National Security Adviser, for security discussions. About Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) The Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) is a key regional platform aimed at enhancing security cooperation among Indian Ocean Region (IOR) countries. Objectives: To… Continue reading Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)
ARISE Program
News: The Climate Investment Funds has raised $100 million in funding from Germany and Spain for ARISE program designed to help poor countries withstand the fallout from climate change. About ARISE Program Full Form: ARISE – Accelerating Resilience Investments and innovations for Sustainable Economies It is a new program designed to help poor countries withstand… Continue reading ARISE Program
Climate Investment Fund (CIF)
News: The Climate Investment Funds (CIF), a $13 billion program under the World Bank, received $100 million from Germany and Spain to help poor countries deal with climate change impacts. About Climate Investment Fund (CIF) The CIF is an international financing mechanism established to help developing countries address climate change challenges. It was established in… Continue reading Climate Investment Fund (CIF)
World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO)
News: At the APEC leaders’ meeting, Xi Jinping pushed proposal for World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization to set AI governance rules and boost cooperation. About World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) WAICO is presented as a global body to govern artificial intelligence, advancing shared rules and cooperation in this field. Proposed by: Chinese President proposed… Continue reading World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO)
Integrity Matters Checklist Tool by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
News: Recently, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) launched the Integrity Matters Checklist to align corporate climate disclosures with UN net-zero standards. About Integrity Matters Checklist Tool by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) About Integrity Matters Checklist Tool It is a practical tool that helps organizations report on climate targets, transition plans, and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction… Continue reading Integrity Matters Checklist Tool by Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
Booker Prize 2025
News: The Booker Prize 2025 was announced in London on November 10, 2025 (early November 11 IST). About Booker Prize 2025 The Booker Prize 2025, one of the most prestigious awards in English-language fiction. Awarded by: The Booker Prize Foundation First award: The Booker Prize was first awarded in 1969 to promote reading and literary excellence.… Continue reading Booker Prize 2025
ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal
News: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has officially announced the nominees for the esteemed ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal. This year’s 10 notable films will be judged by an esteemed Jury panel. About the ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal The ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal is an international honor presented annually at the International Film Festival of India… Continue reading ICFT–UNESCO Gandhi Medal
Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
News: India welcomed Brazil’s initiative to establish the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) for conserving tropical forests. About Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) The TFFF is a mechanism that incentivizes conserving and expanding tropical forests by making predictable annual payments for maintaining standing forests. Aim: The Facility aims to remunerate countries for keeping forests intact,… Continue reading Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
