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UN launches 6.7 billion USD for vulnerable countries
The United Nations and its partner agencies have launched 6.7 billion USD global appeal in order to fight against COVID-19. Highlights Initially, the organization had pledged to provide 2 billion USD to vulnerable countries to fight against COVID-19. However, it ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2020
Pakistan Court commuted the death sentence of Omar Sheikh
The Sindh High Court of Pakistan commuted the death sentence of Omar Sheikh, a British born militant, known for his role in the murder of American journalist Daniel Pearl. About the Incident American journalist Daniel Pearl was kidnapped from Karachi, ..
UN Security Council adopts Resolution on Safety and Security of Peace Keepers, First of its Kind
On March 31, 2020, the United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 2518 to ensure safety and security of peacekeepers. This is the first time, a resolution is being passed for the safety of the peacekeepers. Highlights The resolution was initiated ..
Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020
Babur II Missile
Despite the ongoing COVID-19 situation, scarce resources for treating infected people and protecting the general population, Pakistan tested the Babur II missile amid criticism. About the Missile The missile, named after the first Mughal Emperor Babur, is of the sub-sonic ..
Efforts to control locust swarms
China is planning to send ducks to Pakistan to help deal with the onslaught of locust swarms. The infestation is reported to be the worst in 25 years. How is China planning to control locust infestation in Pakistan? China is ..
National Emergency Declared in Pakistan to fight against Locusts in the border
Pakistan which is facing the worst locust attacks in decades has declared National Emergency. The emergency was declared to tackle the insects that are destroying crops in Punjab province, the main region of agricultural production. Highlights The locusts are currently ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020
Ajay Bisaria becomes Indian High Commissioner to Canada
Veteran diplomat Ajay Bisaria was recently appointed as the next Indian High Commissioner to the North American country, Canada. Ajay Bisaria, who is to assume office shortly, is a 1987-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer. Prior to this assignment, Bisaria ..
India & China Jointly ranked 80th in the Corruption Perception Index
India has been ranked at the 80th rank among 180 countries and territories in the Corruption Perception Index (CPI), which is prepared by the non-profit organization Transparency International. India was ranked at the 78th place in the previous year’s ranking. ..