Europe

UK launches gender imbalance campaign

A leading London-based media and marketing agency, Here&Now365, has launched "The Missing", a campaign highlighting concerns around the imbalance in birth ratios among Indian-origin families in the UK.

2026-03-07T14:44:54.725721+00:00 IST

India’s disability-inclusive electoral reforms highlighted at UN

During the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on disabilities, in her oral statement, she highlighted the importance of strengthening support systems that enable persons with disabilities to actively engage in political and public life.

2026-03-07T09:56:40.440930+00:00 IST

South Asian activists flag religious freedom concerns in Geneva

South Asian activists at a UNHRC side event raised concerns over religious intolerance and minority persecution in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Organised by Shivi Development Society, the session called for stronger international cooperation and UN intervention to protect fundamental religious freedoms and address discriminatory legal frameworks across the region.

2026-03-07T09:14:44.140422+00:00 IST

Families flee Pakistan due to religious bias: Volunteer at UNHRC

At the UNHRC in Geneva, Sambhali Trust volunteer Lara Delutis highlighted the struggles of minority migrants fleeing religious discrimination in Pakistan for India. Praising grassroots support in Rajasthan, she emphasised the importance of livelihood and education for asylum seekers while calling for global compassion and "open-hearted" living.

2026-03-07T05:49:05.099270+00:00 IST

Oxford scholar praises India’s NEP 2020 skill-based model

At the UNHRC in Geneva, Oxford student Jan Hubel praised India's National Education Policy 2020 for its focus on vocational training and entrepreneurship. Drawing from his work with the Akshar Foundation, he noted how integrating practical skills helps disadvantaged students achieve self-reliance and bridges the gap to the job market.

2026-03-07T05:35:03.014877+00:00 IST

UAE seeks more UK support amid “unjustified” attacks: Ambassador

UAE Ambassador Mansoor Abulhoul has urged the UK for increased support following "completely unjustified" Iranian attacks. With strikes hitting Dubai's airport and hotels, Abulhoul emphasised the nations' strong ties, stating the UAE is evaluating all options to protect its territory and end the expanding regional conflict.

2026-03-07T02:50:03.480313+00:00 IST

Putin speaks to Iranian President Pezeshkian

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday and conveyed his condolences on the killing of Ayatollah Khamenei. He reaffirmed Russia's stance of immediate cessation of hostilities and said that he was in constant contact with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council member states.

2026-03-06T23:10:26.104297+00:00 IST

India’s disability rights progress highlighted at UNHRC

Progress and ongoing challenges related to disability rights in India were highlighted during the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva by Lara Delutis, a volunteer with Sambhali Trust.

2026-03-06T19:22:28.172331+00:00 IST

Oxford student highlights India’s education model at UNHRC

India's vision for inclusive education under the National Education Policy 2020 was highlighted during the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva by Jan Hubel, a Luxembourg national and master's student of International Development at the University of Oxford.

2026-03-06T17:29:22.489335+00:00 IST

Kosovo President dissolves Parliament

The development comes after the country's parliament failed to elect a new president to replace Osmani, who assumed office in 2021. In December last year the Balkan country held snap elections after a nearly yearlong political deadlock.

2026-03-06T13:28:57.895019+00:00 IST

RSKS activist calls for global action on housing rights

At the UN Human Rights Council, RSKS activist Neha urged governments to treat safe housing as a fundamental human right and address the global housing crisis. She highlighted the impact on vulnerable communities and pointed to India's Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana as an example of large-scale affordable housing efforts.

2026-03-06T07:01:42.311449+00:00 IST

Russia vows to make US-Israel ops on Iran ‘impossible’

During his remarks at the ambassadors' round-table amid the ongoing crisis, Lavrov said Russia would continue engaging in dialogue with regional countries as well as with the international community, including members of the United Nations Security Council and the United Nations General Assembly, to prevent further military escalation.

2026-03-05T12:05:56.355735+00:00 IST

Middle powers forge new tech alliances

According to an issue brief titled "Changing Geometries: The Rise of a Middle-Power Tech Triangle" by the Institute for Security & Development Policy, the three countries are exploring deeper cooperation in technology and innovation to reduce dependence on dominant global powers.

2026-03-05T10:55:13.776774+00:00 IST

Pak’s blasphemy victim Shagufta Kiran’s case raised at UN

During the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva, Jubilee Campaign representative Hulda Fahmi, during an interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Torture, highlighted the case of Shagufta Kiran, a Christian woman imprisoned in Pakistan over blasphemy allegations.

2026-03-05T09:57:20.537487+00:00 IST

Civil society highlights India’s expanding role at UNHRC

The statement highlighted India's efforts to treat culture as both a public good and a vital pillar for promoting peace and social cohesion.

2026-03-05T07:29:54.591679+00:00 IST

India holds bilateral tourism talks with Indonesia and Germany

According to the Ministry of Tourism on Wednesday, Shekhawat met with Widiyanti Puri Wardhana, Tourism Minister of Indonesia, and Christoph Ploss, Federal Government Commissioner for Tourism of Germany, during separate bilateral engagements.

2026-03-05T05:50:54.084436+00:00 IST

UN representative calls for repeal of anti blasphemy laws in 11 c

The representative also called for the release of all religious prisoners of conscience, including Christian mother Shagufta Kiran in Pakistan.

2026-03-04T16:50:44.404128+00:00 IST

UK Foreign Secy slams Iran's strike in US Embassy in Riyadh

UK Foreign Secretary and Labour MP Yvette Cooper condemned the reported Iranian strikes on Riyadh, including an attack targeting the US Embassy, terming them "completely unacceptable".

2026-03-04T16:50:41.145828+00:00 IST