United Nations

Afghan forces 'kill civilians' in ground raid and air strike

Afghan forces killed at least six civilians in ground and air operations on Thursday in eastern Nangarhar province, which has witnessed heavy fighting in the last two weeks.

Jul 13, 2018

UN panel on digital cooperation to discuss cyberwarfare, privacy invasion

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has set up a 20-member panel on digital cooperation to be headed by Jack Ma and Melinda Gates. Indian diplomat Amandeep Gill appointed as the executive director.

Jul 13, 2018

Human rights groups challenge China; ask UN to interfere in Qin Yongmi case

The activist was found guilty of subversion of state power and handed a 13-year prison sentence. Human Rights Watch has asked the UN to intervene to ensure that Yongmin is treated fairly.

Jul 13, 2018

Atul Khare speaks during a news conference in Jakarta

Atul Khare, highest-ranking Indian at UN, gets more responsibilities

Atul Khare will take over the newly-created Department of Operational Services that was created as part of a process to streamline operations at the United Nations under Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Jul 7, 2018

United Nations peacekeeping budget down by $610 mn

Budget cuts follow ending of missions in Haiti and Liberia. The move is expected to save India $940,000 since the country contributes 0.1474 percent of the total budget.

Jul 7, 2018

Kashmir's pellet victims stage protest in Srinagar

On Eid, Kashmir's half-blind pellet victims cry for help

The United Nations has called for an immediate end to the use of pellet guns in the valley that killed 17 and injured more than 6,000 people.

Jun 14, 2018

World Oceans Day 2018: Quotes, messages to share with loved ones

World Oceans Day is celebrated worldwide on June 8 to honour, protect, and conserve the world's oceans.

Jun 8, 2018

Where Does UN Peacekeeping Budget Come From?

Here is a look at which countries contribute the most to the United Nations $6.8bn peacekeeping budget. and amp;nbsp;Picture and amp; Footage:Getty ImagesReutersVideoblocks and amp;nbsp; and amp;nbsp;Music:AudioblocksElectro Frenzy

May 29, 2018

Happiest Countries In The World

The World Happiness Report is a landmark survey of the state of global happiness. The report is compiled by look at six key variables: income, healthy life expectancy, social support, freedom, trust and generosity. and amp;nbsp;Credits : and amp;nbsp;Picture and amp;Footage : VideoblocksMusic: New Dawn Audioblocks

May 24, 2018

India fastest growing economy at 7.4% in 2018: IMF

The IMF's Asia and Pacific Regional Economic Outlook report said that India was recovering from the effects of demonetisation and Goods and Services Tax.

May 9, 2018

UN Ambassador Nikki Haley announces US' withdrawal of UNHRC membership

UN Ambassador Nikki Haley says Israel gets bullied by UN agencies

United States Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley addressed a crowd at the 2018 AIPAC Conference. In her speech, Haley said Israel gets bullied at the U.N. and gets bullied by several U.N. agencies.

Mar 7, 2018

International Women's Day 2018: When and why is it celebrated and what is the theme this year

Ever since its inception in 1909, the International Women's Day is celebrated to underscore women empowerment, equal rights, and gender equality.

Mar 6, 2018

Congolese refugees march out of camp in protest at food cuts

Around 2,000 people from the 17,000-stong Karongi camp in Western Rwanda marched out of the camp on February 20 to protest reduced food rations at their camp.

Feb 22, 2018

Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas calls for International Mideast peace conference

We call for the convening of an international peace conference by mid 2018 based on international law and the relevant U.N. resolutions with broad international participation and including the two concerned parties and the regional and international stakeholders, Mahmoud Abbas said at the United Nations on Feb. 20, 2018.

Feb 21, 2018

Sign warning residents of water restrictions is seen in Cape Town, South Africa

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United Nations

Afghan forces 'kill civilians' in ground raid and air strike

UN panel on digital cooperation to discuss cyberwarfare, privacy invasion

Human rights groups challenge China; ask UN to interfere in Qin Yongmi case

Atul Khare, highest-ranking Indian at UN, gets more responsibilities

United Nations peacekeeping budget down by $610 mn

On Eid, Kashmir's half-blind pellet victims cry for help

World Oceans Day 2018: Quotes, messages to share with loved ones

Where Does UN Peacekeeping Budget Come From?

Happiest Countries In The World

India fastest growing economy at 7.4% in 2018: IMF

UN Ambassador Nikki Haley says Israel gets bullied by UN agencies

International Women's Day 2018: When and why is it celebrated and what is the theme this year

Congolese refugees march out of camp in protest at food cuts

Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas calls for International Mideast peace conference

Water crisis is here: World's 12 major cities likely to dry up soon, Bangalore 2nd most water-stressed [Photos]

UN employees protest in Gaza over cuts in US aid

Pak govt urges Islamabad HC not to allow registration of Hafiz Saeed's new party

President Trump threatens to cut aid to UN members opposing Jerusalem vote

President Trump threatens to cut aid to UN members opposing Jerusalem vote

Say No to Child Marriage: This Pakistani fashion designer makes a 'Child Bride' walk the ramp as showstopper

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