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UN calls on ASEAN states to leverage Myanmar military junta to protect peo
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 6 (ANI): The United Nations is calling on the member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to exert pressure on the Myanmar military, which recently overthrew the civilian government, to protect the human rights and freedoms of the citizens, David
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UN special envoy on Myanmar calls for collective responsibility to safegua
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 6 (ANI): As pro-democracy protests continue to intensify, UN Special Envoy for Myanmar Christine Schraner Burgener on Friday (local time) called for a "collective responsibility towards the people of Myanmar to safeguard their democratic aspirations".
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Covid-19 accelerates shift towards digitalisation: Infosys-Milken report
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [USA], March 5 (ANI): A new report by digital services major Infosys shows that American employees like working remotely, employers cite greater workforce productivity but how to increase diversity remains a top concern.
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India calls for probe into chemical weapons, cautions UNSC on dangers of W
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 5 (ANI): India on Thursday (local time) called for an objective investigation into the alleged use of chemical weapons and also urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to remain cognizant of the dangers of weapons of mass destruction falling into the hands of
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Yorkshire sign Kiwi pacer Lockie Ferguson for T20 Blast
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
London [UK], March 4 (ANI): English county Yorkshire on Thursday confirmed the acquisition of New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson for the 2021 Vitality Blast campaign.
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South Sudan peace process fragile despite progress, says UN envoy
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 4 (ANI): The outgoing top UN envoy for South Sudan, David Shearer on Wednesday said that the peace process remains extremely fragile in the country despite some progress in the past four years, reported Xinhua.
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UN Special Envoy on Myanmar condemns firing on protesters as 'bloodiest da
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 4 (ANI): Condemning Wednesday's firing on the pro-democracy protesters by the Myanmar military, UN Special Envoy for Myanmar Christine Schraner Burgener has said that it was the "bloodiest day" since the February 1 coup.
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India reiterates support to South Sudan in ensuring peace, progress
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 3 (ANI): India at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reiterated that it will continue with the Government of South Sudan in its quest for peace, progress and prosperity in the region.
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UNGA adopts resolution to mark 2023 as 'International Year of Millets'
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 3 (ANI): The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Wednesday unanimously adopted a resolution tabled by India along with Bangladesh, Kenya, Nepal, Nigeria, Russia and Senegal to mark 2023 as the 'International Year of Millets'.
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New York Stock Exchange to delist major Chinese oil company on March 9
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 3 (ANI): The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) will move to delist CNOOC Ltd., the Chinese oil major, to comply with an executive order by former President Donald Trump targeting companies that the previous administration said had links to the Chinese military.
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Amid reports of being fired, Myanmar UN ambassador claims legitimacy
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 3 (ANI): Amid reports of being fired, Myanmar's Ambassador to the United Nations, Kyaw Moe Tun on Wednesday sent letters to the world body insisting that he remains the legitimate representative of his country, reported NHK World.
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Custom diet, lifestyle changes key to optimising mental health: Study
Updated : 5 years, 4 months ago IST
New York [US], March 3 (ANI): While a balanced diet is advisable to provide the body all the essential nutrients, customized diets and lifestyle changes could be key to optimising mental health, according to new research including faculty at Binghamton University, State University of New Yor
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