Source: The post is based on the article “Japan seeks Geographical Indication tag for nihonshu, an alcoholic beverage” published in The Hindu on 19th October 2022. What is the News? The Embassy of Japan, New Delhi has filed an application seeking a Geographical Indication(GI) tag for nihonshu/Japanese sake, an alcoholic beverage. This is the first… Continue reading Japan seeks Geographical Indication tag for nihonshu, an alcoholic beverage
Category: Factly: IR
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the International Relations. You can find all relevant International updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
ExplainSpeaking: Reading Global Hunger Index and Indian govt’s response
Source: The post is based on the article “ExplainSpeaking: Reading Global Hunger Index and Indian govt’s response” published in Indian Express on 18th October 2022. What is the News? Recently, Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe has released the latest edition of the Global Hunger Index report. It ranked India 107th out of 121 countries. The Indian… Continue reading ExplainSpeaking: Reading Global Hunger Index and Indian govt’s response
Multidimensional Poverty Index(MPI): 41.5 crore Indians exited multidimensional poverty since 2005-06
Source: The post is based on the article “41.5 crore Indians exited multidimensional poverty since 2005-06” published in The Hindu on 18th October 2022. What is the News? The Global Multidimensional Poverty Index(MPI) 2022 has been released. What is the Multidimensional Poverty Index(MPI)? Multidimensional Poverty Index(MPI) is jointly produced by UNDP and the Oxford Poverty… Continue reading Multidimensional Poverty Index(MPI): 41.5 crore Indians exited multidimensional poverty since 2005-06
Union Finance Minister attends the International Monetary and Financial Committee in Washington DC
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Finance Minister attends the International Monetary and Financial Committee in Washington DC” published in PIB on 16th October 2022. What is the News? Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs attended the Plenary Meeting of the International Monetary and Financial Committee(IMFC) at the International Monetary Fund… Continue reading Union Finance Minister attends the International Monetary and Financial Committee in Washington DC
Global Hunger Report 2022- The index is an erroneous measure of hunger and suffers from serious methodological issues
Source: This post is based on the following articles: a. “Explained | Understanding the Global Hunger Index” published in The Hindu on 17th October 2022 b. “Global Hunger Report 2022- The index is an erroneous measure of hunger and suffers from serious methodological issues” published in PIB on 17th October 2022. What is the News?… Continue reading Global Hunger Report 2022- The index is an erroneous measure of hunger and suffers from serious methodological issues
Ocean currents protect Galápagos Islands from global warming; but are they safe forever?
Source: The post is based on the article “Ocean currents protect Galápagos Islands from global warming; but are they safe forever?” published in Down To Earth on 17th October 2022. What is the News? According to a study, Cold ocean currents have sheltered the Galápagos Islands from global warming. About Galapagos Island The Galapagos Islands… Continue reading Ocean currents protect Galápagos Islands from global warming; but are they safe forever?
INS TARKASH PARTICIPATES IN IBSAMAR VII
Source: The post is based on the article “INS TARKASH PARTICIPATES IN IBSAMAR VII” published in the PIB on 14th October 2022. What is the News? The 7th edition of IBSAMAR(IBSAMAR VII) was held at Port Gqeberha (also known as Port Elizabeth), South Africa. About IBSAMAR It is a joint multinational maritime exercise, among the Indian, Brazilian and… Continue reading INS TARKASH PARTICIPATES IN IBSAMAR VII
The Interpol General Assembly meeting in Delhi
Source: The post is based on the article “The Interpol General Assembly meeting in Delhi” published in The Hindu on 14th October 2022. What is the News? The General Assembly of the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) is meeting in Delhi for four days. This is the second time since 1997 the 195-member-strong body is holding such a… Continue reading The Interpol General Assembly meeting in Delhi
IISc retains top position, 8 IITs in overall list: THE World University Rankings
Source: The post is based on the article “IISc retains top position, 8 IITs in overall list: THE World University Rankings” published in the Indian Express on 13th October 2022. What is the News? The Times Higher Education has announced the results of World University Rankings-2023. About THE World University Rankings It is formerly known as… Continue reading IISc retains top position, 8 IITs in overall list: THE World University Rankings
PM addresses United Nations World Geospatial International Congress
Source: The post is based on the following articles “PM addresses United Nations World Geospatial International Congress” published in the PIB on 11th October 2022. “India’s geospatial economy is expected to cross Rs 63,000 crore by 2025 at a growth rate of 12.8% and to provide employment to more than 10 lakh people” published in… Continue reading PM addresses United Nations World Geospatial International Congress
