News for 'UN Security Council Resolution'

India's position consistent: Foreign Secy on Ukraine crisis

India's position consistent: Foreign Secy on Ukraine crisis

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

Shringla said it has definitely pointed out that "loss of human lives is not acceptable".

India yet again abstains from UN General Assembly resolution on Ukraine

India yet again abstains from UN General Assembly resolution on Ukraine

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

The 193-member UN General Assembly adopted the draft resolution 'Humanitarian consequences of the aggression against Ukraine' by Ukraine and its western allies, with 140 nations voting in favour, five against and 38 abstentions. India abstained on the resolution.

At UNSC, PM lists 5 principles to prepare roadmap for maritime security cooperation

At UNSC, PM lists 5 principles to prepare roadmap for maritime security cooperation

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

In his statement while chairing the debate on "Enhancing Maritime Security - A Case for International Cooperation" via video conferencing, Modi highlighted that maritime routes were being misused for terrorism and piracy.

Iran sanctions: US to hold talks with UAE, Bahrain

Iran sanctions: US to hold talks with UAE, Bahrain

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

A United States official is set to hold talks in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Lebanon this week on sanctions imposed by the United Nations Security Council on Iran over its nuclear programme.

Game over for Saddam: Bush

Game over for Saddam: Bush

Rediff.com7 Feb 2003

The US would 'welcome and support' a new UN Security Council resolution if it highlights the world body's resolve, he said.

India abstains on Russia-led resolution at UNSC, China votes in favour

India abstains on Russia-led resolution at UNSC, China votes in favour

Rediff.com24 Mar 2022

India, along with 12 other United Nations Security Council members, abstained on a resolution by Russia on the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.

If ISI, RAW sit together, we would see...: Bilawal Bhutto

If ISI, RAW sit together, we would see...: Bilawal Bhutto

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Bhutto, who served as the Foreign Minister earlier, addressed a briefing at the UN Headquarters in New York and sought reconciliation with India, making a plea for talks and Intel sharing between the two neighbours.

UNSC agrees on resolution to end Gaza offensive

UNSC agrees on resolution to end Gaza offensive

Rediff.com9 Jan 2009

While the US stayed away, the remaining 14 members voted in favour of the resolution which came after three days of intensive negotiations.

India abstains on resolution against Russian referenda in Ukraine

India abstains on resolution against Russian referenda in Ukraine

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

India has abstained on a draft resolution tabled in the United Nations Security Council which condemned Russia's 'illegal referenda' and annexation of four Ukrainian territories and called for an immediate cessation of violence while underlining the need to find pathways for a return to the negotiating table.

UN presses Yemen's Saleh to transfer power

UN presses Yemen's Saleh to transfer power

Rediff.com22 Oct 2011

Condemning human rights violations and the excessive use of force by the Yemeni authorities against peaceful protesters in the country's eight-month uprising, the Security Council said all sides should quickly implement a regional plan for an orderly transition of power.

India rejects UNSC bid on enforcing NPT

India rejects UNSC bid on enforcing NPT

Rediff.com24 Sep 2009

India has reiterated its reluctance to sign the Non-Proliferation Treaty despite United States President Barack Obama's call for all nations to sign the disputed pact.

9 killed, Iran's envoy, Hezbollah men hurt in pager blasts in Lebanon, Syria

9 killed, Iran's envoy, Hezbollah men hurt in pager blasts in Lebanon, Syria

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

Numerous members of Hezbollah in Beirut and various areas of Lebanon were injured when their communication devices exploded, according to the Arab media reports. ANI posted on X quoting AP that Iran's ambassador in Lebanon was among those injured in the blasts.

Kindly don't patronise us: India to Netherlands on Ukraine

Kindly don't patronise us: India to Netherlands on Ukraine

Rediff.com6 May 2022

The Dutch envoy said to Tirumurti "You should not have abstained in the GA. Respect the UN Charter."

UNSC resolution against Hamid Gul blocked: Pak

UNSC resolution against Hamid Gul blocked: Pak

Rediff.com10 Dec 2008

The Pakistan government has blocked a resolution moved in the UN Security Council for imposing sanctions against former Inter-Services-Intelligence chief retired Lieutenant General Hamid Gul over his alleged links with al-Qaeda and Taliban, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on Wednesday.

Anti-hijab protests in Iran: India skips voting on UN resolution

Anti-hijab protests in Iran: India skips voting on UN resolution

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

Taking to Twitter, United Nations Human Right Council said, 'At its 35th special session, the @UN Human Rights Council decided to create a new fact-finding mission to investigate alleged #HumanRightsViolations in the Islamic Republic of #Iran related to the protests that began on 16 September 2022.'

Moscow to veto Iraq resolution

Moscow to veto Iraq resolution

Rediff.com12 Mar 2003

'They shot down 5 planes': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

'They shot down 5 planes': Trump repeats India-Pak truce claim

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Trump, who has repeatedly said that he stopped the conflict between India and Pakistan through trade, last Friday said for the first time that "five jets were shot down" during the fighting.

At UN, India, 152 nations vote for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

At UN, India, 152 nations vote for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

The resolution, sponsored among others by Algeria, Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Palestine, demanded an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and reiterated its demand that all parties comply with their obligations under international law, "notably with regard to the protection of civilians."

Pakistan knocks UN doors against India's new map law

Pakistan knocks UN doors against India's new map law

Rediff.com17 May 2016

Pakistan on Tuesday said it has expressed "serious concern" to the United Nations over a draft bill in the Indian Parliament over the map of Kashmir and called upon the world body to uphold its resolutions and urge India to stop such acts which are in "violation of international law".

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.

India for complete adherence to UN resolutions on Syria

India for complete adherence to UN resolutions on Syria

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

As violence in Syria worsens, India has called on all parties within and outside the troubled country to fully cooperate with international envoy Kofi Annan to bring an end to the crisis.

UN scraps Saddam-era sanctions on Iraq

UN scraps Saddam-era sanctions on Iraq

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

The UN Security Council has passed three resolutions to fortify Iraq's sovereignty, scrapping nuclear sanctions imposed during the Saddam Hussein reign and ending the controversial oil-for-food programme of the 1990s

India to ask Pakistan to seize assets of Dawood, Hafiz, Lakhvi

India to ask Pakistan to seize assets of Dawood, Hafiz, Lakhvi

Rediff.com24 May 2015

India is planning to ask Pakistan to seize assets of fugitive underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and most wanted terrorists Hafiz Saeed and Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi as all three are in the United Nations Security Council's Al Qaeda sanctions list which makes it incumbent upon Islamabad to freeze their holdings.

US, France, UK in intense discussions with China on Azhar listing at UN

US, France, UK in intense discussions with China on Azhar listing at UN

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

The three countries have indicated that they are willing to accommodate Chinese request for changes in the language as long as it does not change the substance of the resolution and it ends up designating Azhar as a UN global terrorist.

Pakistan approaches UN body over LoC issue

Pakistan approaches UN body over LoC issue

Rediff.com7 Oct 2014

Pakistan approached the United Nations military observer group over the Line of Control situation on Tuesday. This comes a day after the Pakistan government lodged a protest with India on alleged ceasefire violations along the Indo-Pak border.

Pak won't vote on Iraq resolution

Pak won't vote on Iraq resolution

Rediff.com11 Mar 2003

Failure to end Ukraine war shows UNSC's dysfunctional system: UNGA chief

Failure to end Ukraine war shows UNSC's dysfunctional system: UNGA chief

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

On Monday, Korosi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri with an overall focus on pressing global issues including those related to the UN.

India calls for end to violence, says honest dialogue can bridge differences

India calls for end to violence, says honest dialogue can bridge differences

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

India has said that it was deeply concerned over the deteriorating situation in Ukraine and reiterated its call for immediate cessation of violence and end to hostilities.

Need for UNSC reform can't be denied forever: Jaishankar

Need for UNSC reform can't be denied forever: Jaishankar

Rediff.com29 Sep 2022

India has been at the forefront of the years-long efforts to reform the security council, saying it rightly deserved a place as a permanent member.

Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu and the UN

Sri Lanka, Tamil Nadu and the UN

Rediff.com29 Mar 2013

India's vote on the Sri Lanka resolution in Geneva may well have speeded up the general elections in the country and reduced our effectiveness as a regional power, says TP Sreenivasan

We will not be sitting quietly if...: Tharoor on Pahalgam attack

We will not be sitting quietly if...: Tharoor on Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com25 May 2025

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday (local time) highlighted how India responded in a measured and calibrated manner towards terror bases and headquarters in Pakistan, following the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people were killed.

China-Pak-Taliban axis cause for worry: Chidambaram

China-Pak-Taliban axis cause for worry: Chidambaram

Rediff.com1 Sep 2021

Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram on Wednesday said it is too premature to congratulate ourselves over the UN Security Council adopting a resolution on Afghanistan, and cautioned that the possible axis of China, Pakistan and Taliban-controlled Afghanistan is a cause for worry.

'Countries must deny safe haven for terrorists'

'Countries must deny safe haven for terrorists'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2006

The 2 countries underlined the need for more efficient measures to prevent propagation of terrorism, including in the cyberspace.

Russia backs 'worthy candidate' India for permanent membership in UNSC

Russia backs 'worthy candidate' India for permanent membership in UNSC

Rediff.com25 Sep 2022

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow sees the prospect of making the Security Council more democratic, exclusively, through broadening the representation of countries from Africa, Asia and Latin America.

US warns North Korea over rocket launch

US warns North Korea over rocket launch

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

The United States has warned North Korea against going ahead with its long-range rocket launch and asked the international community to take appropriate actions to prevent Pyongyang from such a provocative act.

India abstains on UNSC resolution exempting aid from sanctions

India abstains on UNSC resolution exempting aid from sanctions

Rediff.com10 Dec 2022

India was the sole abstention while all other 14 members of the Council voted in favour of the resolution that decided that processing or payment of funds, other financial assets, economic resources, and provision of goods and services necessary to ensure the timely delivery of humanitarian assistance are permitted and are not a violation of the asset freezes imposed by the Council or its Sanctions Committee.

Israel hopes India's UN vote decision won't impact ties

Israel hopes India's UN vote decision won't impact ties

Rediff.com10 Aug 2014

Days after India voted against it at the United Nations, Israel on Sunday hoped the Indian decision would not impact on the robust Indo-Israel ties in strategic areas of defence and security, to which they have added some more "ingredients" in the past few months.