Index, Reports and Summits in News

What is the News? The World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) has released a report. Its title is “Over 100 Years of Snow Leopards Research — A spatially explicit review of the state of knowledge in the snow leopard range”. Contents1 About the Report:2 Key Findings of the Report:3 Threats :4 About Snow Leopards: About the… Continue reading WWF Report on Snow Leopards

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 About the study:4 Key Findings of the study:5 Conclusion: What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) has published a study on the Impact of Long Working Hours. About the study: The study covered global, regional, and national level data from more than… Continue reading WHO-ILO Study on the Impact of Long Working Hours

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 Key Findings of the Report:4 About CMIE: What is the News? Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy(CMIE) report on unemployment in India has been released. As per the report Unemployment Rate in India is increasing. Key Findings of the Report: Increase in Unemployment rate: The Unemployment rate in India has increased… Continue reading Unemployment Rate in India Shoots up to 8% in April: CMIE

What is the News? The World Bank has released a report titled “Migration and Development Brief, 2020”. Contents1 Key Findings of the Migration and Development Brief:2 Other Key Findings:3 About Migration and Development Brief Report:4 About Remittances: Key Findings of the Migration and Development Brief:  Findings Related to India: Firstly, India has received the highest… Continue reading World Bank’s “Migration and Development Brief”: India is the top receiver of remittances

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 Key Findings of the Roadmap for a Digitally Inclusive Bharat:4 Inspiring Trust and Security in Digital Commerce5 Preparing India’s Agri Enterprises for Connected Commerce6 Digital Financial Inclusion:7 Robust Transit Systems for Smart Cities What is the News? NITI Aayog and Mastercard have released a report titled ‘Connected Commerce: Creating… Continue reading NITI Aayog’s Report on Creating a “Roadmap for Digitally Inclusive Bharat”

What is the News? International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN) has released a report titled “Nature in a Globalised World: Conflict and Conservation”.  About the Nature in a Globalised World Report: The report focuses on complex relationships between nature and the armed conflict. Objective: The objective is to bring nature conservation into the mainstream of… Continue reading “Nature in a Globalised World” – An IUCN report on Conflict and Conservation

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 About World Food Price Index:4 About Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) What is the News? The Food and Agriculture Organization(FAO) has released the World Food Price Index. According to the index, world food prices have increased for the 11th consecutive month in April. Further, the prices also hit their… Continue reading “World food price index” reaches highest level since May 2014: FAO

Contents1 2 What is the News?3  About Social Stock Exchange(SSE):4 Key Recommendations on Social Stock Exchanges: What is the News? A technical group on Social Stock Exchanges (SSEs), constituted by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has submitted its report.  About Social Stock Exchange(SSE): Social Stock Exchange(SSE) is a platform that allows investors… Continue reading SEBI technical group submits report on “Social Stock Exchanges(SSE)”

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 Key Findings of the Report by Hunger watch:4 About the Report by Hunger watch: What is the News? According to a Report by Hunger watch, COVID-19 has impacted India’s urban poor more than those in villages. Key Findings of the Report by Hunger watch: Impact of Covid-19: Urban respondents… Continue reading COVID-19 hit urban poor more than those in villages: A Report by Hunger watch

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 Key Findings:4 About Global Report on Food Crises 2021:5 About Global Network Against Food Crises(GNAFC): What is the News? Global Network Against Food Crises(GNAFC) has released the “Global Report on Food Crises 2021”. Key Findings: Firstly, more than 155 million people experienced acute food insecurity in 2020. This is… Continue reading GNAFC releases “Global Report on Food Crises 2021”

What is the News? The research and consulting firm, Rhodium Group, has released a report on Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Key Findings of the report: Global Greenhouse gas emissions including emissions of all six Kyoto gases have reached 52 gigatons of CO2-equivalent in 2019. This is an 11.4% increase over the past decade. The six… Continue reading A report on “Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions”: India is the 3rd-largest emitter

What is the News? Azim Premji University’s Centre for Sustainable Employment has released the annual State of Working India 2021: One Year of Covid-19 Report. Key Findings of State of Working India 2021 report: Impact of Pandemic: The COVID-19 pandemic has substantially increased informality in employment. This has lead to a decline in earnings for… Continue reading “State of Working India 2021” – One Year of Covid-19 Report

Contents1 2 What is the News?3 About the Study:4 About Nitrogen Dioxide(NO2):5 Environmental effects: What is the News? According to a study, Long-term exposure to nitrogen dioxide(NO2) pollution can affect lung function. Also, NO2 can increase the risk of pulmonary disease. Key Findings: The annual maximum NO2 exposure recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO)… Continue reading Long-term “nitrogen dioxide”(NO2) exposure affects lungs: Study

Contents1 What is the News?2 Key Findings of Global Electric Vehicles Outlook 2021 related to India:3 International findings of Global Electric Vehicles Outlook 2021:4 About International Energy Agency(IEA): What is the News? International Energy Agency(IEA) has released a report titled “Global Electric Vehicle Outlook Report,2021”. The Global EV Outlook(GEVO) is an annual report published by… Continue reading “Global Electric Vehicles Outlook 2021” released by IEA

What is the News? The Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the United Nations has released the Global Forest Goals Report 2021. Contents1 Findings of the Global Forest Goals Report 2021:2 About Global Forest Goals Report 2021:3 The Six Global Forest Goals are:4 Note: Findings of the Global Forest Goals Report 2021: Firstly, the… Continue reading “Global Forest Goals Report 2021” and “United Nations Strategic Plan for Forests”

What is the News?  Yale University tracked 5,000 migrants workers across north and central India from April 2020 to February 2021. Recently, it released the findings of the survey. The survey was conducted over the phone by researchers from Yale and the Inclusion Economics India Centre. Bihar and Chhattisgarh are “source states”. What are the… Continue reading Migrants Workers, Who Returned to Cities Earned five-fold : Study

What is the News?  The Chandler Good Government Index(CGGI) 2021 has been released. About Chandler Good Government Index(CGGI): The Chandler Institute of Governance(CIG) publishes the Chandler Good Government Index(CGGI) . It is an international non-profit organization, with headquarter in Singapore. Objective: The index measures the effectiveness and capabilities of 104 governments around the world in… Continue reading “Chandlers Good Governance Index” 2021 Released

What is the News? The World Meteorological Organization(WMO) has released its annual State of the Global Climate Report 2020. Key Findings of annual State of the Global Climate Report 2020: Temperature: 2020 was one of the three warmest years on record, despite a cooling La Niña. The other two warmest years were 2016 and 2019. Moreover,… Continue reading WMO Releases “State of the Global Climate Report 2020”

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”

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

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”

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

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

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

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

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”

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

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

What is the News? The United Nations Population Fund(UNFPA) has released its flagship report “State of World Population Report 2021” titled ‘My Body is My Own’. About State of World Population Report 2021: The State of World Population is an annual report. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) publishes it. The focus of the Report:… Continue reading UNFPA Releases “State of World Population Report 2021”

Contents1 What is the News?2 About Women and Men in India Report, 2020:3 Key Facts from the Report:3.1 Participation in Decision Making4 Participation in Economy:4.1 Health-Related Statistics: What is the News? The National Statistical Office released the Women and Men in India report, 2020. About Women and Men in India Report, 2020: National Statistical Office… Continue reading NSO Releases “Women and Men in India Report, 2020”

What is the News? According to a study published in the journal Biological Conservation, 90% of the endemic species will face extinction unless the goals of the Paris Agreement are met. Note: Endemic species are those plants and animals that exist only in one geographical region. Species can be endemic to an island, state, nation,… Continue reading Achieving Paris Agreement is the key to save “endemic species”: Study

Contents1 What is the News?2 About World Cities Cultural Forum:3 World Cities Cultural Forum Summit:4 Publications by Forum: What is the News? The Delhi CM will represent Delhi and India at the World Cities Cultural Forum. About World Cities Cultural Forum: The World Cities Culture Forum got established in London in 2012. Eight cities are… Continue reading Delhi CM to represent Delhi at “World Cities Cultural Forum”

What is the News? India’s External Affairs Minister attended the 17th ministerial meet of the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) countries. About the 17th ministerial meet of the BIMSTEC Sri Lanka Chaired the 17th Ministerial Meeting. In meeting External Affairs Minister of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar, reiterated India’s commitment… Continue reading “BIMSTEC” 17th Ministerial Meeting

What is the News? WEF releases the Global Gender Gap Report 2021. Contents1 About Global Gender Gap Report:2 Findings of Global Gender Gap Report 2021 related to India:3 Reasons for India’s decline in Global Gender Gap Report 2021:4 Other Key Findings of Global Gender Gap Report 2021: About Global Gender Gap Report: The World Economic… Continue reading WEF released “Global Gender Gap Report 2021”

What is the News? NITI Aayog released a report titled, ‘Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector’. Purpose of the Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector Report: The report outlines the range of investment opportunities in various segments of India’s healthcare sector. This includes hospitals, medical devices and equipment, health insurance, telemedicine, home healthcare, and medical… Continue reading NITI Aayog Releases “Investment Opportunities in India’s Healthcare Sector” report

What is the News? The Global Wind Energy Council(GWEC) has released the Global Wind Report,2021. About Global Wind Report: The Global Wind Report highlights the role of wind power on the road to net-zero emissions. Key Findings of the report: Firstly, Wind Energy: The world’s capacity to generate electricity from wind jumped 53% in 2020.… Continue reading Global Wind Report 2021

What is the News? The US State Department released the “2020 Human Rights Report” also known as “2020 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices”. About 2020 Human Rights Report: Firstly, the Human Rights Report is an annual report.  Each year the US State Department submits it to the US Congress. Secondly, the report is retrospective… Continue reading US “2020 Human Rights Report” flags curbs on Indian media

What is the News? India’s Foreign Minister is attending the 9th ministerial conference of the Heart of Asia – Istanbul Process (HoA-IP) in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.  About Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process: Firstly, Heart of Asia Istanbul Process is a regional initiative of Afghanistan and the Republic of Turkey. It was launched in November 2011 in Istanbul,… Continue reading Foreign Minister attends “Heart of Asia” Ministerial Conference

Contents1 What is the News?2 About International Intellectual Property Index:3 Key Findings Related to India:4 Other Key Findings Globally: What is the News? The International Intellectual Property Index,2021 has been released. About International Intellectual Property Index: It is an annual report that the US Chamber of Commerce Global Innovation Policy Centre(GIPC) releases. Aim: The aim… Continue reading “International Intellectual Property Index” 2021 Released

  What is the news? The Oxfam’s Commitment to Reducing Inequality (CRI) Index, 2020 ranked India at 129 overall out of 158 countries. However, the Minister of Labour and Employment has said that the index lacked clarity. Further, he also mentions that the report did not take into account various initiatives taken by the government.… Continue reading Government Criticises “Oxfam Inequality index”