News for 'UN Security Council Resolution'

US '100 per cent' behind Japan: Trump after N Korea missile launch

US '100 per cent' behind Japan: Trump after N Korea missile launch

Rediff.com12 Feb 2017

Seoul said North Korea launched the missile apparently to 'provoke' Trump.

UNSC meet to discuss Kashmir after China's request

UNSC meet to discuss Kashmir after China's request

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

Poland, which currently holds the council's rotating presidency, has listed the matter for discussion at 10 am on Friday, the diplomats were quoted as saying.

Key planners of 26/11 remain unpunished: Jaishankar

Key planners of 26/11 remain unpunished: Jaishankar

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

He also said that when it comes to proscribing some terrorists, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has 'regrettably' been unable to act in some cases because of 'political considerations'.

Syria agrees to Russian plan, avoids US action

Syria agrees to Russian plan, avoids US action

Rediff.com10 Sep 2013

Syria has agreed with the Russian proposal to place its chemical weapons stocks under international control to "uproot US aggression", hours after President Barack Obama said he would "absolutely" put on hold any military strike on the country if it does so.

New sanctions will bite North Korea hard: US

New sanctions will bite North Korea hard: US

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

The new sanctions imposed on North Korea by the United Nations Security Council would bite hard, US ambassador to the UN Susan Rice said on Thursday after the passage of an unanimous resolution in this regard.

India has excellent diplomatic service, they know what to do: German envoy

India has excellent diplomatic service, they know what to do: German envoy

Rediff.com6 Mar 2022

Putin's idea was to attack his neighbouring country, he has to stop and then only we can find a solution, said the German ambassador.

De-terrorise Pak policies towards India, General Sharif!

De-terrorise Pak policies towards India, General Sharif!

Rediff.com6 Oct 2015

'New Delhi feels that given the internal dynamics in Pakistan and the overwhelming powers wielded by the army, one will have to wait for better times to see any meaningful progress in the India-Pakistan relationship,' says Ambassador G Parthasarthy.

Oppose 'unilateral' steps: China to Pak on Kashmir

Oppose 'unilateral' steps: China to Pak on Kashmir

Rediff.com22 Aug 2020

India has been maintaining that China has no locus standi in commenting on Jammu and Kashmir.

Pakistan raising Kashmir at UN is 'clear interference': India

Pakistan raising Kashmir at UN is 'clear interference': India

Rediff.com15 Oct 2015

India suggested that Pakistan should refrain from using the Right of Reply and instead "use the right of introspection" to think about the direction in which the country is moving.

China may once again block bid to list JeM chief as global terrorist

China may once again block bid to list JeM chief as global terrorist

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

China, a veto-wielding member of the UNSC, has blocked the move by India and other member nations three times in the past to designate Azhar.

What Modi, Xi will discuss in Mahabalipuram

What Modi, Xi will discuss in Mahabalipuram

Rediff.com7 Oct 2019

The focus of the talks will be to ensure mutual development and expanding overall ties, diplomatic sources said.

G20 communique papers over differences on Russia-Ukraine war

G20 communique papers over differences on Russia-Ukraine war

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The G20's Bali Declaration Wednesday acknowledged differences among members on the Russia-Ukraine war but said it was essential to adhere to international law, including protection of civilians caught in conflicts.

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

UNSC not waiting with garlands for you: Pak Min on Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Aug 2019

Qureshi urged for unity among political parties in Pakistan on Kashmir and warned that doing politics on the issue would harm the cause.

Foreign fighters in Syria have moved to other places: India at UNSC

Foreign fighters in Syria have moved to other places: India at UNSC

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

India has expressed concern that foreign fighters involved in the conflict in Syria have moved to other places as mercenaries, as New Delhi underlined that it is ready to play a constructive role in the Security Council to help realise the objective of the West Asian country reclaiming its place in the comity of nations.

Russia's Unease Over India-US Proximity

Russia's Unease Over India-US Proximity

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

The scaling up of the India-US strategic partnership to the level of non-NATO ally with defence deals, sharing and transfer of defence technology, interoperability, joint collaboration and joint production of defence equipment has exacerbated Moscow's anxiety, notes Rup Narayan Das.

Do not pay ransom to terrorists: UNSC asks nations

Do not pay ransom to terrorists: UNSC asks nations

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

The United Nations Security Council has asked nations not to pay ransom to terrorists in incidents of kidnapping, saying such funds are used by terror groups to support recruitment efforts and carry out attacks.

UNSC votes to end military action in Libya

UNSC votes to end military action in Libya

Rediff.com28 Oct 2011

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously voted to bring to an end the authorised international military action in Libya on October 31, following the death of Muammar Gaddafi that brought an end to the bloody conflict in the country. The resolution passed on Thursday said that the liberation of the North African country after Gaddafi's death offers better prospects for a "democratic, peaceful and prosperous future".

India bans dreaded Islamic State

India bans dreaded Islamic State

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

The dreaded terror group have been banned under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

Hafiz Saeed's outfits no longer in Pak's 'banned' list

Hafiz Saeed's outfits no longer in Pak's 'banned' list

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

JuD and FIF were proscribed under an ordinance that has been lapsed.

Foreigner arrested for blast outside Hafiz Saeed's house

Foreigner arrested for blast outside Hafiz Saeed's house

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

A foreign national has been arrested by Pakistani security agencies in connection with the car bomb blast outside the house of the 2008 Mumbai terror attack mastermind and chief of the banned Jamat-ud-Dawa (JuD) Hafiz Saeed in Lahore, according to media reports.

India Rekindles Love Affair With Russia

India Rekindles Love Affair With Russia

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

EAM Jaishankar's mission is aimed at strengthening India's strategic autonomy in a complex international environment, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Why playing the Tibet card may backfire on India

Why playing the Tibet card may backfire on India

Rediff.com30 Jan 2017

'Given Chinese sensitivity to anything to do with Tibet -- and the fact that in the 1950s it was the Tibet issue which led to the deterioration of India-China relations and the border war in 1962 -- India should be particularly careful in not triggering a Chinese reaction which it may not be able to handle,' says former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

After his latest missile, what does Kim want?

After his latest missile, what does Kim want?

Rediff.com18 May 2017

'Pyongyang's strategy seems to be a cry to be treated as equal with the US and Beijing and this aspiration is premised on equipping itself with weapons as devastating as theirs,' says Rajaram Panda.

Dawood keeps shifting bases in Pak; UAV terror threat is real: Govt

Dawood keeps shifting bases in Pak; UAV terror threat is real: Govt

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

Inputs available from different agencies suggest that Dawood, a prime accused in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts, has bases in Pakistan and keeps changing his location from time to time, Minister of State for Home Haribhai Parthibhai Chaudhary told the House.

When Colin Powell Apologised To Yashwant Sinha

When Colin Powell Apologised To Yashwant Sinha

Rediff.com21 Oct 2021

'I made it known through diplomatic channels that I was unhappy.' 'So, he called me and tried to explain, but I said this is something that doesn't happen between friends.'

UNHCHR action on CAA is illegal, violates UN norms

UNHCHR action on CAA is illegal, violates UN norms

Rediff.com6 Mar 2020

Interestingly, India had objected to the establishment of a UNHCHR when it was proposed by the US at the Vienna Conference on Human Rights in July 1993 and the whole proposal was remitted to the General Assembly in New York because India and others said that the whole issue should be examined in detail, says Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, who had led the Indian delegation for negotiating the terms of the HCHR.

Why Xi did not raise Kashmir with Modi

Why Xi did not raise Kashmir with Modi

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

'The Chinese made their point repeatedly after August 5. They backed Pakistan more overtly than in the past.' 'Kashmir is not completely off their radar. But in order to keep the atmosphere surrounding the Chennai meeting, they did not discuss Kashmir.'

Sushma slams Pak at UNGA: We produce doctors, you produce terrorists

Sushma slams Pak at UNGA: We produce doctors, you produce terrorists

Rediff.com23 Sep 2017

The minister said the terrorist groups created by Pakistan is not only harming India, but also hurting its neighbours.

Peace is necessary, but...: Modi on China threat

Peace is necessary, but...: Modi on China threat

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

"We work with other countries to develop their capabilities and support their efforts to make free sovereign choices. More broadly, we aim to advance peace and stability in the region," he asserted.

India asks Pak to implement ICJ verdict immediately

India asks Pak to implement ICJ verdict immediately

Rediff.com18 Jul 2019

Rubbishing Pakistan's claim of a victory in the case, External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said Islamabad has its 'own compulsions to lie' to its people.

Can the Taliban Survive?

Can the Taliban Survive?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

The US intends first to cripple the Afghan government financially through sanctions, freezing of assets, denial of access to international banking, etc, and then proceed to do pretty much what it wants to do with scant regard for Afghanistan's sovereignty, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

US, Russia begin day 2 of crucial Syria talks

US, Russia begin day 2 of crucial Syria talks

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Russia and the US began second round of negotiations on securing Syria's chemical arsenal, hoping the high-stakes talks would lead to broader peace efforts, even as Damascus submitted application to UN for joining the chemical weapons convention.

G4 ministers in NY to persuade Africa

G4 ministers in NY to persuade Africa

Rediff.com17 Jul 2005

Foreign Ministers of G-4\ncountries, including External Affairs Minister K Natwar Singh,\nare here for crucial talks with their African counterparts

Iran vote not under US pressure: Ronan Sen

Iran vote not under US pressure: Ronan Sen

Rediff.com30 Sep 2005

India voted on last Saturday in favour of the US-supported resolution by the UN atomic watchdog agency that ordered Iran to suspend its nuclear programs.

G20 Summit: Dream Come True For India

G20 Summit: Dream Come True For India

Rediff.com11 Sep 2023

India's dream to be in the forefront of international politics has come true. India has placed itself firmly as a major player in the shaping of a new world order, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

We must fight terror without discrimination: Modi taunts China @BRICS

We must fight terror without discrimination: Modi taunts China @BRICS

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

With Chinese President Xi Jinping listening, Modi said: "We must unitedly fight against it (terrorism), without any discrimination between groups, or countries, sponsors or targeted countries.

Bomb blast outside Hafiz Saeed's house kills 3 in Lahore

Bomb blast outside Hafiz Saeed's house kills 3 in Lahore

Rediff.com23 Jun 2021

Three people were killed and over 20 others injured in a bomb blast outside the house of the Mumbai terror attack mastermind and JuD chief Hafiz Saeed in Lahore on Wednesday, the police said.

Obama urges action on Syria @ UNGA

Obama urges action on Syria @ UNGA

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Addressing world leaders at the 68th session of the UN General Assembly, Obama said if the international community cannot be united against forcing Syria to give up its chemical weapons, "then it will show that the United Nations is incapable of enforcing the most basic of international laws".