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Without Action, AI Will Widen Gap Between World's Rich And Poor: UN Report
A new report by the United Nations Development Program notes most of the gains from AI are likely to be reaped by wealthy nations unless steps are taken to use its power to help close gaps in access to basic needs, as well as such advanced know-how.
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UN Warns Of "Far Reaching Consequences" Over Pak's Constitutional Amendments
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said on Friday that Pakistan's "hastily adopted constitutional amendments seriously undermine judicial independence".
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Explainer: How Will Next UN Chief Be Chosen And Who Wants The Job?
A new United Nations secretary-general will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.
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UN Begins Process To Elect Next Secretary-General
The search for the next Secretary-General of the United Nations launched Tuesday, as member states were invited to send nominations to replace Antonio Guterres for the term starting in 2027.
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In 2024, One Woman Killed By Someone Close To Her Every 10 Minutes: Report
Every 10 minutes last year a woman somewhere in the world was killed by a person close to her, the United Nations said Monday as it decried a lack of progress in the battle against femicide.
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Indian Navy's 'Credible, Swift' Actions Saved Over 500 Lives: Envoy To UN
Speaking at a United Nations Security Council session, India's Permanent Representative Parvathaneni Harish highlighted the Navy's central role in keeping global sea routes secure as piracy and attacks escalate across the Western Arabian Sea.
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UN Remains "Indispensable" Despite Gaza, Ukraine "Failures": Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor, who earlier served as the UN undersecretary-general, noted that stepping back from the UN would amount to giving up the common principles that unite the global community.
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Preventable Cervical Cancer Kills A Woman Every 2 Minutes, United Nations Reports, Calls For Global Action
One woman worldwide dies every two minutes due to cervical cancer -- a treatable and preventable disease -- said the UN on Monday on the first official World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day.
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India's Veiled Dig Over Pak Heading UN Panel On Sanctions Against Taliban
India has criticised Pakistan heading the Security Council's committee on sanctions against the Taliban and co-chairing the counter-terrorism panel, citing conflicts of interest.
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"Hope To Resume Repatriation": UNHCR India Chief On Lankan Refugees
The United Nations Refugee Agency is working closely with the Colombo Mission to resume the voluntary repatriation of Sri Lankan refugees.
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UN Removes Sanctions On Syria's President Ahead Of Meeting With Trump
The United Nations Security Council removed sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is due to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday.
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US Proposes Draft UN Resolution To Lift Sanctions On Syrian President
The United States has proposed a draft United Nations Security Council resolution that would lift sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is due to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday.
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India Calls Out Pakistan's 'Hypocrisy,' Demands End To Rights Abuses In PoK
In a strong message to Pakistan exposing its "hypocrisy", India has demanded that it end the "grave" human rights abuses as its forces suppress the people's open revolt in areas of Kashmir it illegally occupies.
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52 Villages Worldwide Recognised By The UN As "Best Tourism Villages" For 2025
For travellers who want more than just a beach or city stay, exploring one of these villages offers a chance to connect with slower rhythms, local stories and the human side of global travel.
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"All Is Not Well": S Jaishankar's Criticises UN, Pak Over Terror Response
India on Friday cited Pakistan's attempts to protect at the UN Security Council the terror outfit that claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack to point out that the global body's work has been "gridlocked" in the absence of urgent reforms.
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Without Action, AI Will Widen Gap Between World's Rich And Poor: UN Report
A new report by the United Nations Development Program notes most of the gains from AI are likely to be reaped by wealthy nations unless steps are taken to use its power to help close gaps in access to basic needs, as well as such advanced know-how.
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UN Warns Of "Far Reaching Consequences" Over Pak's Constitutional Amendments
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said on Friday that Pakistan's "hastily adopted constitutional amendments seriously undermine judicial independence".
-
Explainer: How Will Next UN Chief Be Chosen And Who Wants The Job?
A new United Nations secretary-general will be elected next year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027.
-
UN Begins Process To Elect Next Secretary-General
The search for the next Secretary-General of the United Nations launched Tuesday, as member states were invited to send nominations to replace Antonio Guterres for the term starting in 2027.
-
In 2024, One Woman Killed By Someone Close To Her Every 10 Minutes: Report
Every 10 minutes last year a woman somewhere in the world was killed by a person close to her, the United Nations said Monday as it decried a lack of progress in the battle against femicide.
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Indian Navy's 'Credible, Swift' Actions Saved Over 500 Lives: Envoy To UN
Speaking at a United Nations Security Council session, India's Permanent Representative Parvathaneni Harish highlighted the Navy's central role in keeping global sea routes secure as piracy and attacks escalate across the Western Arabian Sea.
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UN Remains "Indispensable" Despite Gaza, Ukraine "Failures": Shashi Tharoor
Shashi Tharoor, who earlier served as the UN undersecretary-general, noted that stepping back from the UN would amount to giving up the common principles that unite the global community.
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Preventable Cervical Cancer Kills A Woman Every 2 Minutes, United Nations Reports, Calls For Global Action
One woman worldwide dies every two minutes due to cervical cancer -- a treatable and preventable disease -- said the UN on Monday on the first official World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day.
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India's Veiled Dig Over Pak Heading UN Panel On Sanctions Against Taliban
India has criticised Pakistan heading the Security Council's committee on sanctions against the Taliban and co-chairing the counter-terrorism panel, citing conflicts of interest.
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"Hope To Resume Repatriation": UNHCR India Chief On Lankan Refugees
The United Nations Refugee Agency is working closely with the Colombo Mission to resume the voluntary repatriation of Sri Lankan refugees.
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UN Removes Sanctions On Syria's President Ahead Of Meeting With Trump
The United Nations Security Council removed sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is due to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday.
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US Proposes Draft UN Resolution To Lift Sanctions On Syrian President
The United States has proposed a draft United Nations Security Council resolution that would lift sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is due to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday.
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India Calls Out Pakistan's 'Hypocrisy,' Demands End To Rights Abuses In PoK
In a strong message to Pakistan exposing its "hypocrisy", India has demanded that it end the "grave" human rights abuses as its forces suppress the people's open revolt in areas of Kashmir it illegally occupies.
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52 Villages Worldwide Recognised By The UN As "Best Tourism Villages" For 2025
For travellers who want more than just a beach or city stay, exploring one of these villages offers a chance to connect with slower rhythms, local stories and the human side of global travel.
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"All Is Not Well": S Jaishankar's Criticises UN, Pak Over Terror Response
India on Friday cited Pakistan's attempts to protect at the UN Security Council the terror outfit that claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack to point out that the global body's work has been "gridlocked" in the absence of urgent reforms.
