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Sudan in Crisis: Over 3.1 million displaced as country teeters on the brink of civil war

This conflict has derailed Sudan’s aspirations of achieving a delicate transition to democracy.

July 13, 2023 11:18 IST

UN warns its development goals for 2030 are in trouble and 575 million people will remain very poor

The report on progress in achieving 17 wide-ranging UN goals adopted by world leaders in 2015 to improve life for…

Updated: July 11, 2023 11:38 IST

India, population growth, UNFPA, State of World Population report, working population, fertility rate, life expectancy, China, women's rights, contraception, youth cohort, education, technology, reproductive rights, human rights, family planning, population change, public survey, economic issues, environmental concerns, sexual and reproductive health, human rights concerns, population anxieties, individual rights and choices

India needs to capitalise on global workforce demand; ex-NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman explains why

India is expected to add approximately 150 million individuals to the working-age population category by 2040.

July 5, 2023 17:05 IST

India criticises further delay over UNSC reforms; says process could go on for another 75 years

Four out of five permanent members of the UN Security Council (UNSC) have supported India’s candidature for a permanent seat…

June 30, 2023 13:32 IST

World Asteroid Day: Significance and key details about the asteroid racing toward Earth

Asteroids are celestial rocks that are smaller than planets and revolve around the sun just like them.

Updated: June 30, 2023 11:53 IST

UNSG drops India from report on impact of armed conflict on children

“In view of the measures taken by the government to better protect children, India has been removed from the report…

June 29, 2023 12:52 IST

Over 1,000 Afghan civilians killed in blasts, violence since August 2021: United Nations

Between Aug. 15 2021 and May this year 1,095 civilians were killed and 2,679 wounded, according to the U.N. Mission…

Updated: June 27, 2023 11:58 IST

Forging historical and political bonds: The evolving India-Sudan bilateral relationship

The historical ties between India and Sudan date back to the time of the Nilotic and Indus Valley Civilizations.

Updated: June 23, 2023 16:39 IST

‘Petty geopolitical interests’: India slams China for blocking bid to blacklist 26/11 accused at UN

India has slammed China’s denial to list Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist and 26/11 attacks accused, Sajid Mir, as a global terrorist.…

June 21, 2023 15:23 IST

Yoga has become India’s ‘soft power’, says Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

Recognising its universal appeal, in December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed June 21 as the International Day of Yoga by…

Updated: June 21, 2023 14:42 IST

UN complains Russia won’t let aid workers into area of Ukraine dam collapse

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov didn’t explicitly admit that Russia had blocked UN access, but told a conference call with reporters…

June 19, 2023 17:23 IST

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Senior Indian advocate Suresh Srivastava elected vice-chairman of global UN advocacy body

Suresh Srivastava, a senior advocate and secretary general of IFUNA, an affiliate body of WFUNA, got unanimously elected as vice-chairman.

Updated: June 17, 2023 20:30 IST

Anthony Blinken heads to Beijing hoping to calm fears of a US-China break

Blinken will hold meetings in China on June 18-19 and may meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping, sources said.

Updated: June 16, 2023 12:33 IST

Indian-Americans preparing for a cultural extravaganza to welcome PM Modi

Prime Minister Modi is visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of US President Joe Biden and First…

Updated: June 16, 2023 10:59 IST

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UNGA adopts by consensus resolution introduced by India to establish memorial wall to honour fallen peacekeepers

The passage of the resolution in the UNGA on Wednesday with a record 190 co-sponsorships came days ahead of Prime…

Updated: June 15, 2023 14:37 IST

UN nuclear chief’s Rafael Grossi visit to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant delayed

Russian state-owned news agency RIA said the visit had been expected to take place on Wednesday but that it had…

Updated: June 14, 2023 13:39 IST

Def Minister calls for expansion of the UNSC; highlights India’s role in UN Peacekeeping

The minister called for a substantial increase in investment in training, technology, and resources, recognizing the importance of equipping peacekeepers…

Updated: June 13, 2023 15:33 IST

BTS’ Military Service: A debate between national pride and cultural impact

From that humble beginning, BTS has soared to remarkable heights, establishing themselves as one of the most celebrated and accomplished…

Updated: June 13, 2023 12:50 IST

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