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First Trucks Carrying Aid Arrive In Gaza Under Israel-Hamas Truce Deal: UN
Trucks carrying humanitarian aid entered Gaza on Sunday after a truce between Israel and Hamas went into effect, the United Nations said.
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Over 900 People Executed In Iran Last Year, Including 40 In A Week: UN
More than 900 people were reportedly executed in Iran last year, including around 40 in a single week in December, the United Nations rights chief said on Tuesday.
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UN Security Council's 5 New Non-Permanent Members Take Office
Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.
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Pakistan Begins 2-Year Term At UN Security Council, To Oppose Reform Sought By India
Pakistan today replaced Japan for a seat at the world's topmost diplomatic body - the UN Security Council. Islamabad will occupy one of the two seats from the Asia-Pacific region for two years starting today.
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Israel Must Face Consequences Over Gaza Campaign: UN Experts
United Nations rights experts on Monday said Israel must face the consequences of "inflicting maximum suffering" on Palestinian civilians in Gaza, alleging Israel was defying international law and being sheltered by its allies.
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Climate Crisis Brought Extreme Weather, Heat In 2024: UN
Climate change sparked a trail of extreme weather and record heat in 2024, the United Nations said on Monday, urging the world to pull back from the "road to ruin".
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Top Court Ex Judge Madan Lokur Appointed Head Of UN Internal Justice Council
Former Supreme Court judge Madan B Lokur has been appointed as chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council for a term ending on November 12, 2028.
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World Meditation Day 2024: India Leads Celebrations At UN's First-Ever Global Event
The United Nations has designated 21st December 2024 as the first World Meditation Day, recognizing the practice's global significance for mental and physical health.
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Ecologist Madhav Gadgil Receives UN's Highest Environmental Honour
The United Nations on Tuesday recognised ecologist Madhav Gadgil with the annual Champions of the Earth award, the UN's highest environmental honour, for his seminal work in the Western Ghats, a global biodiversity hotspot.
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At UN, US And Russia At Loggerheads Over Rebel Offensive In Syria
Russia and the United States clashed at the United Nations on Tuesday, accusing each other of supporting terrorism during a Security Council meeting convened over a sudden escalation of fighting in Syria.
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"Apocalyptic": UN Chief On Situation In Gaza Amid Israel-Hamas War
The United Nations chief said Monday the situation in war-torn Gaza was "appalling and apocalyptic", warning conditions faced by Palesti
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Mamata Banerjee Wants UN Force In Bangladesh, Says PM Modi Must Intervene
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called for a United Nations peacekeeping force be deployed in Bangladesh and demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal intervention to secure the safety of religious minorities.
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Union Minister Seeks UN Intervention In Hindu Priest's Arrest In Bangladesh
Union minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday said the attack on Hindus in Bangladesh reflects that the interim government of that country is in the "clutches of fundamentalists" and sought the intervention of the United Nations in the matter.
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Social Media, Artificial Intelligence Fuelling "Worst Human Impulses": United Nations Head
Uncontrolled social media networks and artificial intelligence amplify the worst human impulses, allowing hate speech to spread like wildfire and ignite violence, UN secretary general Antonio Guterres said on Tuesday.
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NDTV Exclusive: UN Official Calls For Survivor-Centred Anti-Violence Laws
Melissa Alvarado, Regional Programme Manager for Ending Violence Against Women at UN Women, emphasised the importance of a survivor-centric approach when drafting laws and regulations to combat violence against women.
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First Trucks Carrying Aid Arrive In Gaza Under Israel-Hamas Truce Deal: UN
Trucks carrying humanitarian aid entered Gaza on Sunday after a truce between Israel and Hamas went into effect, the United Nations said.
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Over 900 People Executed In Iran Last Year, Including 40 In A Week: UN
More than 900 people were reportedly executed in Iran last year, including around 40 in a single week in December, the United Nations rights chief said on Tuesday.
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UN Security Council's 5 New Non-Permanent Members Take Office
Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.
-
Pakistan Begins 2-Year Term At UN Security Council, To Oppose Reform Sought By India
Pakistan today replaced Japan for a seat at the world's topmost diplomatic body - the UN Security Council. Islamabad will occupy one of the two seats from the Asia-Pacific region for two years starting today.
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Israel Must Face Consequences Over Gaza Campaign: UN Experts
United Nations rights experts on Monday said Israel must face the consequences of "inflicting maximum suffering" on Palestinian civilians in Gaza, alleging Israel was defying international law and being sheltered by its allies.
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Climate Crisis Brought Extreme Weather, Heat In 2024: UN
Climate change sparked a trail of extreme weather and record heat in 2024, the United Nations said on Monday, urging the world to pull back from the "road to ruin".
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Top Court Ex Judge Madan Lokur Appointed Head Of UN Internal Justice Council
Former Supreme Court judge Madan B Lokur has been appointed as chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council for a term ending on November 12, 2028.
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World Meditation Day 2024: India Leads Celebrations At UN's First-Ever Global Event
The United Nations has designated 21st December 2024 as the first World Meditation Day, recognizing the practice's global significance for mental and physical health.
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Ecologist Madhav Gadgil Receives UN's Highest Environmental Honour
The United Nations on Tuesday recognised ecologist Madhav Gadgil with the annual Champions of the Earth award, the UN's highest environmental honour, for his seminal work in the Western Ghats, a global biodiversity hotspot.
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At UN, US And Russia At Loggerheads Over Rebel Offensive In Syria
Russia and the United States clashed at the United Nations on Tuesday, accusing each other of supporting terrorism during a Security Council meeting convened over a sudden escalation of fighting in Syria.
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"Apocalyptic": UN Chief On Situation In Gaza Amid Israel-Hamas War
The United Nations chief said Monday the situation in war-torn Gaza was "appalling and apocalyptic", warning conditions faced by Palesti
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Mamata Banerjee Wants UN Force In Bangladesh, Says PM Modi Must Intervene
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called for a United Nations peacekeeping force be deployed in Bangladesh and demanded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal intervention to secure the safety of religious minorities.
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Union Minister Seeks UN Intervention In Hindu Priest's Arrest In Bangladesh
Union minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday said the attack on Hindus in Bangladesh reflects that the interim government of that country is in the "clutches of fundamentalists" and sought the intervention of the United Nations in the matter.
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Social Media, Artificial Intelligence Fuelling "Worst Human Impulses": United Nations Head
Uncontrolled social media networks and artificial intelligence amplify the worst human impulses, allowing hate speech to spread like wildfire and ignite violence, UN secretary general Antonio Guterres said on Tuesday.
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NDTV Exclusive: UN Official Calls For Survivor-Centred Anti-Violence Laws
Melissa Alvarado, Regional Programme Manager for Ending Violence Against Women at UN Women, emphasised the importance of a survivor-centric approach when drafting laws and regulations to combat violence against women.