On International Day of Non-Violence, UN chief calls for world to follow Gandhi’s example
Oct 02, 2018, at 09:38 am
New York, Oct 2 (IBNS): United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called on the world to follow the “enduring vision and wisdom of Mahatma Gandhi” on the International Day of Non-Violence, which falls on 2 October - the birthday of the iconic leader who led India to independence, and inspired civil rights movements across the globe.
UN chief inaugurates new UN headquarters in Indian capital, as official visit gets underway
Oct 02, 2018, at 09:09 am
New York, Oct 2 (IBNS): The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, took part on Monday in the opening ceremony of the Organization’s newly-refurbished headquarters for its multi-agency operations, known as UN House, in the Indian capital, New Delhi.
Narendra Modi conferred UN's highest environment award; PM expresses gratitude
Sep 27, 2018, at 06:30 pm
New Delhi, Sept 27 (IBNS): The United Nations on Thursday conferred its highest environment award on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
UNGA: Donald Trump appreciates India's efforts to lift people out of poverty
Sep 26, 2018, at 08:37 am
New York, Sept 26 (IBNS): US President Donald Trump has appreciated India's efforts in lifting several of its citizens out of poverty.
India and the UN: Celebrating 70 years of invaluable service to the cause of peace
Aug 04, 2018, at 07:28 am
New York, Aug 4 (IBNS): From protecting civilians, disarming ex-combatants and helping countries transition from conflict to peace, Indian men and women in uniform have served the cause of peace from the earliest years of United Nations peacekeeping and continue to do so in some of the most challenging missions.
US Ambassador to United Nations Nikki Haley meets Kailash Satyarthi, visits Mukti Ashram
Jun 27, 2018, at 07:25 pm
New Delhi, June 27 (IBNS): US Ambassador to United Nations Nikki Haley on Wednesday visited Mukti Asharam of Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi and discussed challenges of child labor, trafficking and sexual abuse.
UN: India replies to Pakistan's Kashmir comment, says empty rhetoric won't change it
Jun 26, 2018, at 02:20 pm
New York, Jun 26 (IBNS): Exercising its Right of Reply at the UN General Assembly, India came down on Pakistan on Monday, after the latter accused the former of carrying out egregious crimes, such as mass blinding and killings in Jammu and Kashmir.
Maldives Mission to the UN website 'hacked'
Feb 23, 2018, at 03:20 pm
New York, Feb 23 (IBNS): It seems that the Maldives Mission to the UN website has been hacked, media reports said.
PM Modi congratulates Dalveer Bhandari, says appointment a proud moment for India
Nov 21, 2017, at 04:51 pm
New Delhi, Nov 21 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi was all praise for India's External Affairs Ministry after Indian judge Dalveer Bhandari was re-elected to the International Court of Justice.
Judge Dalveer Bhandari re-elected to ICJ, Swaraj hails achievement
Nov 21, 2017, at 04:27 pm
New Delhi, Nov 21 (IBNS): In another major diplomatic win for India, judge Dalveer Bhandari has been re-elected to the International Court of Justice after winning majority in the elections, forcing the United Kingdom to withdraw its candidate.
PM Modi greets UN on its 72nd anniversary
Oct 24, 2017, at 03:09 pm
New Delhi, Oct 24 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday greeted the UN on its 72nd anniversary.
UNGA: Pakistan envoy attempts to pass off Gaza girl as Kashmiri
Sep 24, 2017, at 11:36 pm
New York, Sept 24 (IBNS): Pakistan's attempt to malign India at the UNGA backfired as its envoy showed a fake image of a "pellet gun victim", media reports said.
Pakistan is Terroristan: India's jibe at the neighbour
Sep 22, 2017, at 04:06 pm
New York City, Sep 22 (IBNS): In a strong rebuttal to Pakistan's statements concerning India and its involvement in terrorist activities, India put down its neighbour as Terroristan.
UN body deplores 'current measure in India to deport Rohingyas'
Sep 12, 2017, at 12:13 am
New York, Sept 11 (IBNS): In a major statement on the Rohingya issue, the UN on Monday said India could not carry out expulsions or return of people to a place they might risk facing torture.
India is keen to suppress international terrorism: Vice President
Sep 04, 2017, at 11:23 pm
New Delhi, Sept 4 (IBNS): Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu on Monday said that India is keen to see the conclusion of convention on the suppression of international terrorism, which is threatening world peace.
West Bengal govt wins UN Public Service award
Jun 24, 2017, at 01:12 pm
Kolkata, June 24 (IBNS): The United Nations has accorded the highest award, the first place for Public Service to the West Bengal Government for its scheme titled "Kanyashree Prakalpa" at a ceremony held at the World Forum, The Hague.
Indian national arrested in Pakistan
May 21, 2017, at 10:12 pm
Islamabad, May 21 (IBNS): An Indian national has been arrested by Pakistani authorities for allegedly not having proper travel documents, media reports said.
Mar 07, 2017, at 03:30 am
New Delhi, Mar 6 (IBNS): Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday approved the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and the United Nations Entity of Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN-Women).
India takes a jab at China's Masood stance
Dec 31, 2016, at 04:08 am
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IBNS): Visibly upset over China's stance on Masood Azhar, India took a jab at their neighbour.
Ban condemns militant attack in India-administered Jammu and Kashmir
Sep 19, 2016, at 02:56 pm
New York, Sept 19 (Just Earth News): United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has condemns on Sunday's militant attack in Uri, India-administered Jammu and Kashmir, and expressed deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the soldiers who lost their lives and to the Government of India.
India voices strong protest over Pakistan raising Kashmir issue in UN
Jul 14, 2016, at 05:49 pm
New Delhi, Jul 14 (IBNS): India has strongly protested strongly against Pakistan raising the issue of Kashmir and Burhan Wani's death during a debate on human rights at the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, the media reported on Thursday.
India slams Pakistan over remarks on J&K violence
Jul 12, 2016, at 02:47 am
New Delhi, July 11 (IBNS): With Pakistan condemning the recent death of top Hizb commander Burhan Wani, India on Monday urged the country to refrain from interfering in the internal affairs of its neighbours.
International Day of Yoga to be celebrated in big way in Delhi
Jun 19, 2016, at 07:33 pm
New Delhi, Jun 19 (IBNS): The Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India and the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) are all set to organize the 2nd International Yoga Day on June 21 at Connaught Place in New Delhi and its six radials and inner circles, roads along with the three gardens Lodhi Garden, Nehru Park and Talkatora Garden.
UN: India says Pakistan must eschew terrorism before talks can begin
Oct 02, 2015, at 04:20 pm
New York, Oct 2 (IBNS): In her address at the 70th United Nations General Assembly, Sushma Swaraj, India’s Minister for External Affairs responded to Pakistan’s peace initiative underscoring that while her country remains open to dialogue, Pakistan must eschew terrorism before serious talks between the two sides could begin.
UN rights office urges Mexican authorities to pursue investigation into extrajudicial killings
Jul 01, 2015, at 04:24 pm
New York, July 1 (IBNS) The United Nations human rights office has called on the Government of Mexico to extend their investigations into a series of alleged extrajudicial executions and human rights violations committed by authorities last year.