About Universal Postal Union (UPI):

• The UPI is a United Nations specialized agency and the postal sector’s primary forum for international cooperation.
• Established in 1874, with its headquarters in Berne (Switzerland), is the second oldest international organization worldwide.
• Members: 192 member countries
  • Any member country of the UN may become a member of the UPU.
  • Non-UN countries can join UPU if approved by two-thirds of its members.
  • India joined the UPU in 1876.

About Odessa Sea Port:

• Odessa is Ukraine’s largest seaport on the Black Sea.
• It plays a crucial role in exporting Ukrainian grain, making the country a major global supplier, providing 10% of the world’s wheat, 12 to 17% of maize, and half of the world’s sunflower oil. 

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• The Ministry of Cooperation inaugurated the ‘CRCS-Sahara Refund Portal’ in New Delhi.
• The portal addresses grievances of depositors from the Sahara Group of Cooperative Societies.
• The amount is transferred to the Central Registrar of Cooperative Societies (CRCS) as per the Supreme Court’s direction.
• Genuine depositors can conveniently submit their claims through this online platform.