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Accountability must be bedrock of counter-terrorism: Jaishankar

Jaishankar said India faced the horrors of cross-border terrorism long before the world took serious note of it.

2022-12-15T16:12:55.193599+00:00 IST

'We want to make Uttar Pradesh a $1-trillion economy'

Speaking at a meeting hosted by the Consulate General of India in San Francisco, the minister said his government has introduced 25 sectors to ensure good governance and provide a single-window grievance cell.

2022-12-15T13:34:22.695933+00:00 IST

Mahatma Gandhi's bust at UN, reminder of values he held: UN Chief

Taking to Twitter, Guterres said, "Mahatma Gandhi was an uncompromising advocate for peaceful co-existence, non-discrimination and pluralism. The new installation located at @UN Headquarters will serve as a reminder of the values Gandhi upheld, and to which we must remain committed."

2022-12-15T03:47:49.218928+00:00 IST

Chinese student arrested in US

Xiaolei has been charged with one count of stalking and will make an initial appearance in federal court in Boston, Massachusetts, later in the afternoon, the release added.

2022-12-15T00:49:37.975306+00:00 IST

US, Africa seal USD 15bn in new trade investments

Since 2021, the US government said that it has helped close more than 800 two-way trade and investment deals across 47 African countries for a total estimated value of over USD 18 billion, and the US private sector has closed investment deals in Africa valued at USD 8.6 billion.

2022-12-14T23:13:07.261021+00:00 IST

"Hosting Osama Bin Laden..."Jaishankar's sharp response at UN

Speaking in his national capacity, Jashinkar said the credibility of the UN depends on its effective response to the key challenges of our time be it pandemic, climate change, conflicts or terrorism.

2022-12-14T19:07:57.664809+00:00 IST

Jaishankar stresses need for reforms in United Nations

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday highlighted the need for reforms in the United Nations while presiding over high-level ministerial signature events of India's ongoing presidency of the UN Security Council.

2022-12-14T16:56:03.129323+00:00 IST

Jaishankar unveils bust of Mahatma Gandhi at UN HQ in New York

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (local time) unveiled the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

2022-12-14T15:52:33.011687+00:00 IST

UN calls for de-escalation in tensions along India-China border

Stephane Dujarric, the spokesperson to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, made the remarks while addressing a press briefing on December 13.

2022-12-14T06:00:04.069076+00:00 IST

"Fully support India's efforts to de-escalate situation": US

US Department of Defence Spokesperson General Patrick Ryder said that Pentagon is closely watching developments along the Line of Actual control at the India-China border.

2022-12-14T05:16:41.786784+00:00 IST

Guterres, Jaishankar to unveil Gandhi's bust at UN Headquarters

Ruchira Kamboj has said that UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and EAM S Jaishankar will unveil Mahatma Gandhi's bust at the premises of UN headquarters.

2022-12-14T04:49:26.333543+00:00 IST

Jaishankar has "good discussion" with Japan's foreign minister

Taking to his official Twitter handle, Jaishankar noted that India and Japan as G4 nations have been working together to advance reformed multilateralism.

2022-12-14T03:10:11.064218+00:00 IST

UP has promise to become economic powerhouse of India: Sandhu

Taranjit Sandhu made these remarks during a Business roundtable in New York where he welcomed a visiting UP delegation from India.

2022-12-14T01:53:53.859376+00:00 IST

Jaishankar defended "India way" amid Ukraine conflict

Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, India has emphasised the need for diplomacy and dialogue while defending its independent stand, which prioritizes the country's energy and food security.

2022-12-14T00:40:16.798764+00:00 IST

Jaishankar holds talks with UNGA President in New York

He landed in the US today for a two-day visit to preside over two high-level ministerial signature events of India's ongoing Presidency of the UN Security Council on December 14 and 15. The external affairs minister was received by India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, ambassador Ruchira Kamboj.

2022-12-13T23:09:17.994632+00:00 IST

UN says worried by hate on social media

The UN spokesperson made these remarks after Elon Musk dissolved Twitter's department in charge of addressing harassment and child exploitation.

2022-12-13T22:49:38.240786+00:00 IST

Biden signs same-sex marriage bill into law

The new US law enshrines federal protections for same-sex couples, requiring that the federal government and all states recognize marriages if the couple was married in a state where the union was legal, The Hill reported.

2022-12-13T22:41:54.954058+00:00 IST

"I'm disturbed" Indian-American Congressman on Tawang clash

On Friday, a face-off occurred between Indian and Chinese troops in the Tawang sector in Arunachal Pradesh led to minor injuries to personnel from both sides. The Indian troops deployed in the face-off area gave a befitting response to the Chinese troops.

2022-12-13T22:23:43.312558+00:00 IST

"Glad both sides disengaged" White House on India-China clash

During a press briefing on Tuesday (local time), White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that the US is closely monitoring the situation and encourages both sides to utilise existing bilateral channels to discuss disputed boundaries.

2022-12-13T20:47:47.837767+00:00 IST

Need for concerted action against LeT, JeM, say India, US

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said both sides called on all countries to take immediate, sustained, and irreversible action to ensure that no territory under their control is used for terrorist attacks.

2022-12-13T18:45:37.174818+00:00 IST

Jaishankar arrives in US to chair high-level UN meets

The High-Level Ministerial Open Debate on December 14 is on the theme of "New Orientation for Reformed Multilateralism" [NORMS] and the High-Level Briefing on December 15 is on "Global Approach to Counter Terrorism - Challenges and Way Forward". Both these themes have been key priorities for India during its current tenure at the UN Security Council.

2022-12-13T17:13:46.708138+00:00 IST