News for 'UN General Assembly'

Deeply concerned about Trudeau's charges: Blinken on India-Canada row

Deeply concerned about Trudeau's charges: Blinken on India-Canada row

Rediff.com23 Sep 2023

His remarks came after the US said on Thursday that it supports Canada's efforts to investigate allegations of India's involvement in the killing of Nijjar, observing that no country can get any "special exemption" for such kind of activities.

Modi to virtually participate in G20 summit on Afghanistan on Tuesday

Modi to virtually participate in G20 summit on Afghanistan on Tuesday

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

The summit is being convened by Italy, the current chair of the G20 that comprises 20 of the world's major economies.

Ukraine crisis: Voiced our concerns about Russia to India, says US

Ukraine crisis: Voiced our concerns about Russia to India, says US

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

The United States enjoys a 'close and cordial' relationship with India, a senior official in the Joe Biden administration has said here on Monday, even as he voiced his country's 'concerns' to New Delhi about Russia.

India snubs Pak at UNGA, says no 'empty rhetoric' on J&K will change reality

India snubs Pak at UNGA, says no 'empty rhetoric' on J&K will change reality

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

The UN, earlier this month, had released its first-ever report on alleged human rights violation in Kashmir and PoK and demanded an international probe into it.

UN honour for Gujarat government body

UN honour for Gujarat government body

Rediff.com24 Jun 2009

Water and Sanitation Management Organization of Gujarat has been conferred the 2009 Public Service Award by the United Nations for 'fostering participation in policy-making decisions through innovative mechanisms' in the field of 'institutionalisation of community management' and users' level participation in the drinking water supply.

India overwhelmingly elected to non-permanent seat in UNSC

India overwhelmingly elected to non-permanent seat in UNSC

Rediff.com18 Jun 2020

New Delhi's candidature was unanimously endorsed by the 55-member Asia-Pacific grouping, including China and Pakistan, in June last year.

Pak spreads deceitful narratives on Kashmir: India at UN

Pak spreads deceitful narratives on Kashmir: India at UN

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

First Secretary in the Permanent Mission of India to the UN called Pakistan a 'hub of terrorism'.

Sharif rakes up Kashmir at UN, proposes 4-pt peace formula

Sharif rakes up Kashmir at UN, proposes 4-pt peace formula

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Raking up Kashmir, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday said the non-resolution of the issue reflected failure of the UN and proposed a 4-point "peace initiative" which includes demilitarisation of Kashmir and unconditional withdrawal of forces from Siachen.

If forced, US will totally destroy North Korea: Trump @ UN

If forced, US will totally destroy North Korea: Trump @ UN

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Referring to Kim Jong-Un, Trump said 'Rocket Man', is on a suicide mission for himself and for his regime.

Singh heads for New York, to meet world leaders

Singh heads for New York, to meet world leaders

Rediff.com23 Sep 2008

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh left Frankfurt for New York on a five-day visit to the US, during which he will address the UN General Assembly and hold bilateral talks with world leaders.

President Obama warns against Trump's anti-refugee rhetoric in final UN speech

President Obama warns against Trump's anti-refugee rhetoric in final UN speech

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

Obama highlighted that in recent years, the US has put in place intensive screening and security checks to take in refugees as well as ensure the nation's security.

UN asks US to reveal civilian drone casualties

UN asks US to reveal civilian drone casualties

Rediff.com18 Oct 2013

A new United Nations report says drone strikes have killed far more civilians than American officials have publicly acknowledged -- at least 400 in Pakistan and as many as 58 in Yemen -- and the world body has asked the United States to aid its investigation by disclosing the correct figures.

Modi to embark on 3-day US visit today

Modi to embark on 3-day US visit today

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

The main elements of the programme are bilateral meetings with the US leadership, participation in the Quad Leaders' Summit, address at the UN General Assembly and business interactions.

India's push for UN Security Council reforms suffers setback

India's push for UN Security Council reforms suffers setback

Rediff.com28 Jul 2016

India along with the G4 nations said it is "unfortunate" that momentum could not build up over the issue in the current session.

Old 'rivals' greet each other with new charm

Old 'rivals' greet each other with new charm

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

Three years back they were rivals for the same job. Today, they were shaking hands in a meeting which, at least on surface, looked quite warm. United Nations Secretary-General Ban ki Moon shook hands with Minister of State for External Affairs Shashi Tharoor in UN headquarters in New York on Wednesday.

US raises concerns over Chinese ship's Lanka visit

US raises concerns over Chinese ship's Lanka visit

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

US Under Secretary Victoria Nuland, who met Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session, raised concerns about the upcoming visit of the Chinese research vessel 'SHI YAN 6'

India abstains from voting on UNGA resolution on Myanmar

India abstains from voting on UNGA resolution on Myanmar

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

In its explanation of vote, India said 'we find that our views have not been reflected in the draft being considered for adoption today. We would like to reiterate that a consultative and constructive approach involving the neighbouring countries and the region, remains important as the international community strives for the peaceful resolution of the issue'.

Is India Distancing Itself From Israel?

Is India Distancing Itself From Israel?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

India's voting pattern in the United Nations with regard to the Israel-Palestine conflict is lately marked by a calibrated distancing from Israel, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India to focus on terror, UNSC reforms, Syria at UNGA

India to focus on terror, UNSC reforms, Syria at UNGA

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

Terrorism, UNSC reforms, piracy, peacekeeping and Syria will be among the focus areas of India when External Affairs Minister S M Krishna will participate in the UN General Assembly in New York on October 1.

UN demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza

UN demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Rediff.com17 Jan 2009

The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly adopted a resolution demanding "an immediate, durable and fully respected" ceasefire in the troubled Gaza Strip, leading to withdrawal of all Israeli forces.

UN chief to meet Putin, Zelenskyy next week for resolving Ukraine conflict

UN chief to meet Putin, Zelenskyy next week for resolving Ukraine conflict

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Guterres will visit Moscow where on April 26 he will "have a working meeting and lunch with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and will be received by President Vladimir Putin," Eri Kaneko, associate spokesperson for the secretary-general said on Friday.

Manmohan to meet Bush on Sep 21

Manmohan to meet Bush on Sep 21

Rediff.com30 Aug 2004

A hectic schedule awaits Singh who leaves on the eight-day trip on September 19 with a stopover at London where he will meet British Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Pak has paid biggest price in Afghan conflict: Zardari

Pak has paid biggest price in Afghan conflict: Zardari

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

Pointing that Pakistan has paid the biggest price for conflict in Afghanistan, President Asif Ali Zardari told US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton that peace and stability in his country were tied to a peaceful and stable Afghanistan.

India elected to IAAC

India elected to IAAC

Rediff.com3 Nov 2007

India has been elected to the newly established Independent Audit Advisory Committee, a five-member body which is expected to contribute to improving the accountability of the UN Secretariat to the member states.

Take more steps towards UN reform: Rice

Take more steps towards UN reform: Rice

Rediff.com17 Sep 2005

Take more steps towards reform: Rice tells UN

Krishna pitches for urgent reforms in UNSC

Krishna pitches for urgent reforms in UNSC

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

Contending that the United Nations Security Council should reflect contemporary realities, India on Wednesday sought 'urgent reform' of the powerful UN body to effectively meet emerging global challenges.

UN to adopt convention on nuke terrorism

UN to adopt convention on nuke terrorism

Rediff.com13 Apr 2005

After the 191-member assembly adopts the convention, it would be open for signature at the UN headquarters in Geneva from September 14 to December 31, 2006. It will go into effect 30 days after 22 states ratify it.

India votes to block gay rights at UN

India votes to block gay rights at UN

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

India along with China, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE voted against equal rights for gay staffers in UN

UNSC reform talks being 'held hostage' by some nations: India

UNSC reform talks being 'held hostage' by some nations: India

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

India's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador K Nagaraj Naidu, on Monday wrote a letter to President of the 74th Session of the General Assembly, Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, expressing New Delhi's strong disappointment over the decision regarding roll-over of the intergovernmental negotiations (IGN) on UNSC reforms into the next session of the General Assembly that begins this month.

Krishna, Khar may meet in New York

Krishna, Khar may meet in New York

Rediff.com20 Sep 2011

Indian envoy to the UN Hardeep Singh Puri said while there is no word yet of a formal bilateral meeting between Krishna and Khar, the "possibility" of a meeting in a social set-up "is very likely."

We have yet to learn to play the power game

We have yet to learn to play the power game

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

Former external affairs minister K Natwar Singh believes that China will, in the foreseeable future, not agree to have India or Japan as veto-wielding permanent members.

Krishna meets Khar at SAARC meeting

Krishna meets Khar at SAARC meeting

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

The brief encounter took place at the SAARC Foreign Ministers' meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, which is currently on in New York.

Oil scandal: UN to follow-up IIC suggestions

Oil scandal: UN to follow-up IIC suggestions

Rediff.com14 Dec 2005

Oil scandal: UN to follow-up on inquiry committee's recommendations

Sushma Swaraj to address UNGA on Monday; strong response to Pakistan expected

Sushma Swaraj to address UNGA on Monday; strong response to Pakistan expected

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

Swaraj is expected to give a stinging response to Sharif's UN General Assembly speech, in which he had focused elaborately on Kashmir.

India's bid for UNSC permanent seat gets a shot in the arm

India's bid for UNSC permanent seat gets a shot in the arm

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

The UN General Assembly on Monday adopted a negotiating text by consensus for the long-pending Security Council reforms, setting the stage for talks on the issue at its 70th session beginning on Tuesday, boosting India's bid for a permanent seat in the revamped world body.

Moon asks for intl effort to break the Middle East 'stalemate'

Moon asks for intl effort to break the Middle East 'stalemate'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Just days ahead of a looming diplomatic showdown between Palestine and Israel, United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon on Wednesday stressed on a new international effort to break the Middle East "stalemate".

India abstains from UNHRC vote on Russia, again

India abstains from UNHRC vote on Russia, again

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

The countries voting in favour included France, Germany, Japan, Nepal, The United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Ban Ki-moon briefs UNGA on India visit

Ban Ki-moon briefs UNGA on India visit

Rediff.com10 May 2012

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon emphasised India's growing role in the 21st century and how the world will benefit from its emergence on the global stage during his trip to the country late last month.