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Sadhguru calls UN's declaration of December 21 as World Meditation Day "si
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
In a video message shared by the Isha Foundation, Sadhguru called the UN's decision a crucial step at this time when experts are predicting that a mental health pandemic is in the making.
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UAE President confers Zayed Second Medal on Minister of Environment of Chi
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the Zayed the Second Medal on Professor Maisa Rojas, Minister of Environment of Chile, in recognition of her contributions to the success of the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28),
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Deterrence is key to dissuading a Chinese invasion of Taiwan
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Spanning a larger geographic area than previous exercises, the unannounced drills entailed some 90 Chinese naval and coast guard vessels, as well as dozens of aircraft.
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UN General Assembly boosts global fight against illegal trade in cultural
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The UN General Assembly on Friday adopted a resolution helping strengthen the fight against the illicit trafficking of cultural property and facilitating the restitution of stolen artifacts to their countries of origin.
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India underlines efforts on land restoration, drought resilience at CoP16
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Union Minister for Environment, Forests, and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav on Monday outlined India's efforts to address land degradation and desertification, aligning with the objectives of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).
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Baloch delegation urges UN to investigate human rights violations in Baloc
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Representatives from the Baloch Voice Association (BVA) and Baloch People's Congress (BPC) called for an immediate investigation in human rights violations in Balochistan, during their meeting with Stamatia Stavrinaki, a member of the UN Committee on Racial Discrimination and Torture, at the
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India re-elected to UN Peacebuilding Commission for 2025-2026
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
India has been re-elected to the UN Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) for 2025-2026
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"Myanmar is now the deadliest country for landmine casualties": United Nat
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Myanmar has become the world's deadliest country for landmine casualties, with a staggering 1,052 civilian casualties recorded in 2023 alone, surpassing all other nations. The situation is particularly dire for children, who account for over 20 per cent of the casualties, the UN said.
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India reiterates call for urgent UNSC reform: Parvathaneni Harish
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
In his statement at the UN Plenary on Security Council reform, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, highlighted the need for reform to ensure the Security Council reflects the current multipolar world. He emphasised the necessity for equitable geographical represe
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India stands for rule-based international order, says Rajnath Singh at 11t
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Sharing his insights on the discussions on the Code of Conduct, Singh stated that India would like to see a Code that does not prejudice the legitimate rights and interests of nations which are not party to these deliberations. The code should be fully consistent with international law, i
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"As long as veto exists, it must be held by all", says Parvathaneni Harish
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Parvathaneni Harish, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, emphasized the need for fairness and justice in the distribution of veto power in the UN Security Council. In his statement at the UN General Assembly, Harish reiterated India's stance that veto power, if it exists,
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Validation phase of India-Vietnam joint military exercise VINBAX -2024 con
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The fifth edition of the bilateral military exercise VINBAX 2024 between the Indian and Vietnamese armed forces is currently underway at Ambala, Haryana. This significant exercise, being conducted from November 4 to 23, aims to enhance the joint military capability of both nations, particula
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