What is the News? The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has released the Global Trends Report on Forced Displacements. About Global Trends Report: The Global Trends Report is an annual report. UNHCR publishes this report. Purpose: The report counts and tracks the numbers of refugees, internally displaced people. It also tracks people who have… Continue reading Global Trends Report on Forced Displacements Released by UNHCR
Work begins on “Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates”
What is the News? The Vice-Chief of the Naval Staff has inaugurated the construction of the second frigate of the Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates. These are being built with technology transfer from Russia by Goa Shipyard Ltd(GSL). About Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates: Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates are a series of frigates and… Continue reading Work begins on “Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates”
Global Assessment Report (GAR) on Drought 2021
What is the News? The UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction(UNDRR) has released a report titled “Global Assessment Report (GAR) on Drought 2021”. About Global Assessment Report (GAR) on Drought 2021: The report explores the systemic nature of drought and its impacts on the achievement of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the SDGs, and… Continue reading Global Assessment Report (GAR) on Drought 2021
“Global Peace Index 2021” Released
What is the News? The 15th edition of Global Peace Index 2021 has been released. About Global Peace Index: The Global Peace Index is released by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), an international think tank. Aim: The index presents the most comprehensive analysis of trends in peace. It ranks countries according to their levels… Continue reading “Global Peace Index 2021” Released
Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2 – Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Synopsis – Wearing professional attire and refraining from using mobile phones while on duty are some examples of regulations that will improve the force’s image as well as efficiency. Introduction – The CBI director has directed all officials of the agency to… Continue reading Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Geography Quiz: Solar system & the Earth & basics of Latitude and Longitude | 21 June, 2021
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Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Synopsis: How Election Commission decides on party symbol disputes? Background Recently, there has been a split within the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) and both the factions are claiming for the same party symbol. In the case of deciding the recognized party among rival factions, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has the final say. ECI… Continue reading Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Vaccination policy of India – Issues & Suggestions
Synopsis: The vaccination policy of India should maintain a balance between the achievement of health goals and demands of supply constraints. Introduction Vaccines are a proven shield against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. They have prevented serious illness and death. A study of data from the UK collected between December 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021, showed that… Continue reading Vaccination policy of India – Issues & Suggestions
Problems with discoms need radical reforms
Synopsis: To completely recover from problems with Discoms , India needs radical reforms in the Power sector. Financial aid packages from Centre to Discoms forms only a part of a solution. Background For long, the scenario has been that the Centre has to step in to aid Discoms and tackle the problems plaguing the… Continue reading Problems with discoms need radical reforms
Marriage Rights of the LGBTQIA+ community
Synopsis: India needs to look beyond the traditional concept of marriages to recognise marriages irrespective of gender identity and sexual orientation. Thus, India can recognise the marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Background: Recently, a case related to the question of same-sex marriages came up before the High Court of Delhi. But the Union Government… Continue reading Marriage Rights of the LGBTQIA+ community
