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Iran executed over 900 people, including dozens of women, in 2024: UN
Most executions were for drug-related offences, but political dissidents and people connected with mass protests in 2022 were also amonb victims, UN said.
Published on Jan 07, 2025 07:59 PM IST
Reuters |
UN declares ‘decade of deadly heat’, calls for action against climate breakdown
UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres the world must 'exit' this road to ruin’ in his new year message.
Published on Dec 30, 2024 04:23 PM IST
PA_Media |
Winter is hitting Gaza and many Palestinians have little protection from the cold
Winter is hitting Gaza and many Palestinians have little protection from the cold
Published on Dec 22, 2024 03:44 PM IST
AP |
Mirror mirror on the wall, am I the RAREST ZODIAC sign of them all this year?
Status quo and all is fine but who doesn't love a little bit of exclusivity? That too packaged with a neat stamp of approval from the cosmos itself?!
Updated on Dec 05, 2024 06:56 PM IST
Ask UN to deploy peacekeeping forces in Bangladesh, Mamata Banerjee to Centre
Banerjee told the assembly that the Centre should tell Parliament what decision has been taken about the situation in Bangladesh
Published on Dec 02, 2024 05:10 PM IST
Mamata wants UN peacekeeping mission in Bangladesh, seeks PM Modi's intervention
Mamata Banerjee expressed concern and said that there was an urgent need to rescue and rehabilitate persecuted Indians on this side of the border.
Updated on Dec 02, 2024 03:32 PM IST
Who is Elise Stefanik? 6 facts about new US ambassador to United Nations
Elise Stefanik, a Republican congresswoman, has been a long-time Donald Trump supporter and has been critical of the UN's role in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 10:25 AM IST
In a first, Taliban attends UN-hosted climate talks, seeks dialogue with US
The delegation will have observer status at the talks, as the Taliban do not have official recognition as the government of Afghanistan.
Published on Nov 11, 2024 10:35 PM IST
Trump win, split rumours overshadow Harry, Meghan's 1st joint appearance
A new report claims Prince Harry is determined to stay in California with Meghan Markle despite growing tensions following Donald Trump's reelection win.
Published on Nov 11, 2024 09:48 PM IST
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear together for the first time in months
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle addressed a UN conference in Colombia on children's safety in the digital world, making their first joint appearance in months.
Published on Nov 08, 2024 08:57 PM IST
At UN, India's Rajiv Shukla hits out at Pakistan over Kashmir issue | Watch
Rajiv Shukla said Pakistan's delegation continuously brings up the Kashmir issue and spreads false information, while the ground reality is very different.
Updated on Nov 06, 2024 06:49 PM IST
US says Russia, China 'shamelessly' protects, emboldens North Korea
NORTHKOREA-MISSILES-UN:US says Russia, China 'shamelessly' protects, emboldens North Korea
Published on Nov 04, 2024 11:11 PM IST
Reuters |
India supports UN vote to end economic embargo on Cuba; only Israel backs US
First secretary Sneha Dubey expressed India’s support for UN’s clear stance against "domestic laws with extraterritorial impact".
Published on Oct 31, 2024 09:57 AM IST
India calls out Pakistan at UN: ‘Mischievous provocation, political propaganda’
Pakistan raised the issue of J&K during a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting.
Published on Oct 26, 2024 09:26 PM IST
‘Widespread anxiety’: S Jaishankar mentions Middle East conflicts, UNSC at BRICS
S Jaishankar called for a fair and durable approach to conflict resolution that leads to a two-state solution.
Published on Oct 24, 2024 03:31 PM IST
International Day of the Girl Child 2024: Top educational schemes in India
Amidst a global crisis of war, climate change, poverty and human rights, the basic rights of many girls are being denied and restricted.
Published on Oct 11, 2024 02:21 PM IST
UN like 'old company', not keeping up but occupying space: Jaishankar
Jaishankar said that although the UN continues to exist, it is no longer the sole avenue for countries to collaborate on global problems.
Updated on Oct 06, 2024 09:16 PM IST
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon stay put, despite Israel asking them to move
ISRAEL-PALESTINIANS-LEBANON-UN:UN peacekeepers in Lebanon stay put, despite Israel asking them to move
Published on Oct 04, 2024 01:24 AM IST
Reuters |
UN calls Israel's ban on its top leader a political statement in long-running rift
UN calls Israel's ban on its top leader a political statement in long-running rift
Published on Oct 03, 2024 02:09 AM IST
AP |
Israel bars UN chief from entering country after Iranian attack. Here's why
Iran fired more than 180 ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday amid an escalation in fighting between its proxy in Lebanon, Hezbollah, and Israel.
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 04:49 PM IST
Turkey's Erdogan warns Israel: ‘Like Hitler, you’ll be stopped sooner or later'
Erdogan condemned Israel's ground operation in Lebanon and urged international organizations to intervene.
Published on Oct 01, 2024 11:35 PM IST
AFP |
UN chief Antonio Guterres on Lebanon: ‘All-out war must be avoided’
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon, emphasizing the need to respect the country's sovereignty.
Published on Oct 01, 2024 11:13 PM IST
Reuters |
Leaders depart UN facing prospect of a wider Mideast war — but with a blueprint for a better future
Leaders depart UN facing prospect of a wider Mideast war — but with a blueprint for a better future
Published on Oct 01, 2024 06:34 AM IST
AP |
UN peacekeepers patrol southern Lebanon - what is their mandate?
ISRAEL-PALESTINIANS/LEBANON-UN (FACTBOX, PIX):FACTBOX-UN peacekeepers patrol southern Lebanon - what is their mandate?
Published on Oct 01, 2024 02:04 AM IST
Reuters |
‘Karma for Pak, GDP now measured in radicalisation’: Jaishankar at UNGA
External affairs minister S Jaishankar at the UN General Assembly said that Pakistan's cross-border terror policy won't succeed.
Updated on Sep 29, 2024 07:39 AM IST
Israeli PM holds 2 maps at UN, shows India as 'Blessing' and Iran as ‘Curse’
While addressing UNGA, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stressed the need to place sanctions on Iran and warned of “striking back” if provoked.
Updated on Sep 28, 2024 01:14 PM IST
World Tourism Day 2024: Date, history, theme, wishes, images, Facebook status
World Tourism Day 2024: Know its date, history, significance, and theme. Also, share wishes and images with friends to celebrate the day.
Updated on Sep 27, 2024 08:19 AM IST
Krishna Priya Pallavi, New Delhi
Biden, Clinton meet Muhammad Yunus, rally behind Bangladesh interim leader
US President Joe Biden and Bill Clinton have offered support to Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus
Updated on Sep 25, 2024 07:15 AM IST
AFP |
Sanjana Sanghi on her address at United Nations: This moment felt consequential
Sanjana Sanghi opens up on delivering a keynote address at the United Nations Assembly Hall, talks about Justice Hema Committee Report and its impact on women
Updated on Sep 24, 2024 10:44 AM IST
Akash Bhatnagar
The Big Apple to host the Unofficial Climate Summit of the Year this week
Climate Week NYC will be drawing in bankers and diplomats who usually show up at the United Nations’ annual climate summits.
Published on Sep 23, 2024 04:45 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Ashima Grover