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"Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures": WHO dedicates World Health Day 2025
Updated : 11 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In her message on World Health Day, Saima Wazed, Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia, highlighted WHO's history and noted that the establishment of a specialized international health organization was first proposed in April 1945, when diplomats met in San Francisco to form the United N
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UAE secures seat on UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs representing Asia-Paci
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Interior, has been elected to the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) for the 2026-2029 term, as a representative of the Asia-Pacific Group.
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UN Special Envoy for Syria condemns repeated Israeli military escalations
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, condemned the repeated and intensifying military escalations by Israel in Syria, including airstrikes that have reportedly resulted in civilian casualties.
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Dozens of Palestinians killed, wounded in Israeli bombing of Gaza Strip
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
At least 19 Palestinian civilians were killed and dozens of others were wounded following Israeli airstrikes on a United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) clinic in the northern Gaza Strip.
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Shirley Botchwey assumes office as Commonwealth Secretary General
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
She is the second African and first African woman to lead the association of 56 countries which make up a third of the world's population and more than a quarter of the United Nations membership.
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Kashmiri activist highlights PoJK, PoGB's plight, Jammu and Kashmir's deve
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In his speech, Beigh underscored the systematic abuses faced by minorities in Pakistan, especially Hindus and Christians.
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India showcases gender equality progress at UNHRC-58 side event
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Rajasthan Samagra Kalyan Sansthan (RSKS India) made a significant impact during the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC-58) with its side event entitled "Breaking Barriers: Advancing Gender Equity and Empowering Women in India."
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World Autism Awareness Day: Challenges in quality care forced sister to st
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The ISF provides specialized education and therapy for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. It is a day care unit in Lucknow, designed to be a second home for these children, offering them a safe and nurturing environment while giving parents the flexibility to manag
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Myanmar children facing severe trauma after earthquake: UNICEF
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned that children are among the most affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, describing the situation as one of deep trauma and widespread destruction.
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Photo exhibition in Geneva showcases Jammu and Kashmir's transformation
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The goal of the exhibition was to narrate J-K's journey of transformation, highlighting its achievements in socio-economic aspects and the tenacity of its inhabitants. Attendees were able to see compelling visuals and stories portraying modern infrastructure, top-tier educational institution
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France reiterates call for UNSC reform to give India permanent seat
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The French Embassy in India said on Monday that as France assumes the monthly presidency of the United Nations' Security Council, it will focus on the need for UNSC reform aimed at giving India a permanent seat.
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"Will increase cooperation to face challenge of terrorism, organised crime
Updated : 11 months, 3 weeks ago IST
PM Modi said that Font and he agreed that there should be reforms in the United Nations Security Council and other institutions are necessary to face global challenges.
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