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UN slams Twitter's 'arbitrary' suspension of journalists

Dujarric said media voices should not be silenced on a platform that professes to be a space for freedom of speech. The spokesperson said this move sets a dangerous precedent at a time when journalists all over the world are facing censorship, physical threats, and even worse.

2022-12-16T23:18:18.569108+00:00 IST

Indian American neurosurgeon sentenced to five years for fraud

Lokesh S. Tantuwaya, 55, of San Diego, was sentenced by United States District Judge Josephine L. Staton, who also ordered him to forfeit his ill-gotten gains of USD3.3 million

2022-12-16T23:01:01.580206+00:00 IST

"We would take PM Modi at his words": US

Earlier in September, on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Samarkand, PM Modi had told Russian President Vladimir Putin that "today's era isn't of war". He also emphasized the need to find ways to address the problems of food, fuel security, and fertilizers.

2022-12-16T22:51:22.440078+00:00 IST

US praises Japan's new national security, defence strategies

Japanese media said the new strategies outlined in three defence and security documents approved by Japan's cabinet on Friday are a marked departure from post-WWII norms. Most notably, they involve doubling defence spending over the next five years to 2 per cent of GDP in fiscal 2027, Japan's Kyodo News reported.

2022-12-16T21:47:34.101019+00:00 IST

Indian-American teen jumps off San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge

According to various media reports on Thursday, the parents and US Coastal Guard authorities stated that the teen's bicycle, bag and phone were found at the bridge and believed the victim jumped off the bridge.

2022-12-16T16:51:45.267239+00:00 IST

White House hopes senate will confirm Garcetti as envoy to Ind

While giving an update about Mayor Garcetti's nomination as ambassador to India, Pierre said, "So, look, as you know, this is a priority and continues to be a priority for us. Mayor Garcetti is well qualified to serve in this vital role."

2022-12-16T06:50:36.959629+00:00 IST

Twitter suspends journalist accounts for "doxxing"

After the suspension, Musk confirmed the news and tweeted, "If anyone posted real-time locations & addresses of NYT reporters, FBI would be investigating, there'd be hearings on Capitol Hill & Biden would give speeches about end of democracy!"

2022-12-16T06:00:00.490951+00:00 IST

Peru: Judge orders 18 months detention for former President

The Prosecutor's Office requested 18 months of pre-trial detention against Pedro Castillo and Anibal Torres, former Prime Minister, to ensure the presence of the accused during this stage, the intermediate stage, and the trial.

2022-12-16T03:44:03.949296+00:00 IST

India co-chairs launches UN peacekeeping initiative

He made these remarks at the 'Launch of Group of Friends to promote Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers' in the Trusteeship Council. Along with India, contributing countries like Bangladesh, Egypt, France, Morocco and Nepal, participated as its co-chairs.

2022-12-16T01:42:12.780880+00:00 IST

Jaishankar hosts UN chief for 'millet lunch' in New York

Spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government of India sponsored the proposal for International Year of Millets (IYM) 2023 which was accepted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The declaration has been instrumental for the Government of India to be at the forefront in celebrating the IYM.

2022-12-15T23:01:02.397831+00:00 IST

Georgia bans TikTok from state govt-issued phones, computers

Kemp said his decision is due to concerns that Chinese intelligence can access American users' data through the social media app. New Hampshire, Alabama, Texas, and North Dakota have also banned the use of TikTok on state government-issued devices as well.

2022-12-15T23:00:33.043189+00:00 IST

India announces candidature for UNSC membership for 2028-29 term

The external affairs minister said India has also sought to be the voice of Global South on many issues of concern. "We have not only tried to articulate their interest and anxieties but also tried to see whether we can serve as a bridge in the council," he added.

2022-12-15T22:22:35.763738+00:00 IST

UN peacekeeping is more challenging than ever before: Jaishankar

He made these remarks at the 'Launch of Group of Friends to promote Accountability for Crimes Against Peacekeepers' in the Trusteeship Council. Along with India, contributing countries like Bangladesh, Egypt, France, Morocco and Nepal, participated as its co-chairs.

2022-12-15T21:47:53.642167+00:00 IST

Terrorism epicentre remains very much active, says Jaishankar

Jaishankar made these remarks during the 'UNSC Briefing: Global Counterterrorism Approach: Challenges and Way Forward'. Speaking in his national capacity, he took veiled digs at Pakistan for cross-border terrorism against India and at China for blocking the black-listing of Pakistan-based terrorists at the United Nations.

2022-12-15T21:03:12.919642+00:00 IST

"Joint global efforts can eradicate terrorism"

Speaking after her address at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) briefing on counterterrorism, she said that the global leaders in the Security Council with their joint efforts can end the menace of terrorism.

2022-12-15T20:51:01.426921+00:00 IST

"World is not stupid..." Jaishankar's response to Pakistani journos

In a sharp retort, Jaishankar said the world isn't stupid and it is not forgetful. "...The world increasingly calls out countries, organisations indulging in terrorism...my advice is to clean up your act and try to be good a neighbour."

2022-12-15T18:54:20.124482+00:00 IST

Jaishankar highlights double standards in countering terrorism

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday (local time) highlighted terror financing and double standards in countering terrorism at UNSC.

2022-12-15T17:42:36.434997+00:00 IST

'No country should try to seek political gain from terrorism'

In his address, Jaishankar took veiled digs at Pakistan for cross-border terrorism against India and at China for blocking the black-listing of Pakistan-based terrorists at the United Nations.

2022-12-15T17:34:15.451900+00:00 IST

26/11 survivor Kulthe shares trauma of Mumbai terror attacks

At the United Nations Security Council, nurse Anjali Vijay Kulthe, a victim of the 26/11 terror attacks, narrated her ordeal, saying that she saved 20 pregnant women in the advanced stages of pregnancy and kept them safe for about three hours.

2022-12-15T17:24:19.790072+00:00 IST

'UP has convenient conditions for investment': Suresh Khanna

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna has said that their state has "convenient conditions" for investment. He said that Uttar Pradesh has introduced policies in 25 sectors which he stressed will give "good governance and single-window grievance cell."

2022-12-15T16:56:41.002846+00:00 IST

Overseas Bangladeshis protest in front of Pak consulate in US

Overseas Bangladeshis on Wednesday (local time) protested in front of the Pakistan Consulate and at Times Square in New York to mark Intellectual Martyrs Day.

2022-12-15T16:48:33.098337+00:00 IST