United Nations

China proposes 4-point initiative to resolve differences, improve relations with India

The four-point initiative includes aligning its 'One Belt One Road' project with India's 'Act East Policy' and also begin fresh negotiations on a free trade pact.

May 8, 2017

United Nations owes India $55 million for peacekeeping operations

The UN owes a total sum of $777 million to its member states for assisting in its peacekeeping operations across the world.

May 6, 2017

Iraqi forces pause advance in Mosul due to civilian casualties concern

It will take half a century and $180 million per year to clear mines in Iraq and Syria: UN

The UN official said the figure also includes $50 million annually just to get rid of the weaponry from Mosul where a battle between ISIS and US-backed coalition is underway.

Apr 5, 2017

US President Donald Trump might participate in India-Pakistan peace talks

Haley said the US will not wait till "something happens" and will indulge in endeavours to diffuse escalating tensions between the two countries.

Apr 4, 2017

Humanitarian relief for Somalia goes viral after social media campaign

In less than a week, a social media campaign raises over $1 million to deliver aid to Somalia. According to the World Health Organization, Somalia could experience its third famine in 25 years. The country’s last famine in 2011 killed nearly 260,000 people.

Mar 21, 2017

Humanitarian relief for Somalia goes viral after social media campaign

Mar 21, 2017

World facing largest humanitarian crisis in 72 years, says UN

The United Nations humanitarian chief Stephen OBrien has said that the world is facing its largest humanitarian crisis in 72 years. With over 20 million people at risk of starvation and famine in Yemen, Somalia, South Sudan and Kenya, this is going to be the largest calamity since 1945, he added.

Mar 11, 2017

UN Official: Trumps stance on torture makes the blood run cold

U.N. human rights expert Ben Emmerson has voiced concern about US President Donald Trumps statements on torture in interrogations. He also called for senior officials from George W. Bushs administration to be prosecuted for allowing the illegal practice.

Mar 4, 2017

Dalai Lama at the National Prayer Breakfast

Dalai Lama's Arunachal visit: India dismisses China's warning; will it affect Beijing's stand on Masood Azhar and India's NSG bid?

If Dalai Lama visits Arunachal Pradesh, it may affect China's stand on India's NSG bid, and its efforts to designate Masood Azhar as a global terrorist at the UN.

Mar 4, 2017

India hails UN move to create counter-terrorism office: Here are 5 ways it can help India and neighbouring countries

The UN has decided to take the Counter-Terrorism Implementation Task Force Office and the UN Counter-Terrorism Centre out of the purview of the Department of Political Affairs.

Feb 23, 2017

China finally speaks on Masood Azhar and India's NSG membership, and it's parroting Pakistan's lines! Is this the CPEC talking?

China has said it needs "solid evidence" to support the bid to declare Azhar a terrorist, and if India gets into the NSG, so should Pakistan.

Feb 17, 2017

Pervez Musharraf demands Hafiz Saeed's release, says Pakistan succumbing to India's pressure

Musharraf, in an interview, said that India was against Saeed and the JuD because "their supporters go voluntarily to India-held-Kashmir to fight with the Indian Army."

Feb 16, 2017

US, Japan call for urgent UN Security Council meeting after North Korea successfully tests nuclear-capable missile

Pyongyang fired the ballistic missile into the sea, early on Sunday, the first such test conducted under the new US President Donald Trump.

Feb 13, 2017

United Nations report: ISIS still recruiting militants from Afghanistan-Pakistan border

The UN report also stated that the member states confirmed that ISIS leader in Afghanistan, Hafiz Saeed Khan, was killed in July 2016 in an airstrike.

Feb 10, 2017

Will CPEC force Beijing's hand after India issues demarche to China on Masood Azhar? | OPINION

The proposal in the UN to ban Masood Azhar was moved by UNSC members -- the US, the UK and France.

Feb 10, 2017

India issues demarche to China after it put 'technical hold' on proposal to list JeM chief Masood Azhar as global terrorist at the UN

China blocked the proposal to list Azhar as a global terrorist because "conditions" had not been met yet for it to back India's proposal.

Feb 10, 2017

Israel: Benjamin Netanyahus fragile coalition raises instability concerns

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United Nations

China proposes 4-point initiative to resolve differences, improve relations with India

United Nations owes India $55 million for peacekeeping operations

It will take half a century and $180 million per year to clear mines in Iraq and Syria: UN

US President Donald Trump might participate in India-Pakistan peace talks

Humanitarian relief for Somalia goes viral after social media campaign

Humanitarian relief for Somalia goes viral after social media campaign

World facing largest humanitarian crisis in 72 years, says UN

UN Official: Trumps stance on torture makes the blood run cold

Dalai Lama's Arunachal visit: India dismisses China's warning; will it affect Beijing's stand on Masood Azhar and India's NSG bid?

India hails UN move to create counter-terrorism office: Here are 5 ways it can help India and neighbouring countries

China finally speaks on Masood Azhar and India's NSG membership, and it's parroting Pakistan's lines! Is this the CPEC talking?

Pervez Musharraf demands Hafiz Saeed's release, says Pakistan succumbing to India's pressure

US, Japan call for urgent UN Security Council meeting after North Korea successfully tests nuclear-capable missile

United Nations report: ISIS still recruiting militants from Afghanistan-Pakistan border

Will CPEC force Beijing's hand after India issues demarche to China on Masood Azhar? | OPINION

India issues demarche to China after it put 'technical hold' on proposal to list JeM chief Masood Azhar as global terrorist at the UN

Israel legalises thousands of settler homes on private Palestinian land

US Defence Secretary Mattis says North Korea will witness 'overwhelming' response if it uses nuclear weapons

United Nations says US travel ban not best way to protect America

Ambassador Nikki Haley arrives at UN, vows to 'take names' of all nations opposing US

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious