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Pakistan is 'arsonist' disguising itself as 'fire-fighter': India at UNGA

Pakistan is 'arsonist' disguising itself as 'fire-fighter': India at UNGA

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

"We keep hearing that Pakistan is a 'victim of terrorism'. This is the country which is an arsonist disguising itself as a fire-fighter. Pakistan nurtures terrorists in their backyard in the hope that they will only harm their neighbours," India's first secretary Sneha Dubey said in the UN General Assembly on Friday.

S M Krishna warns UN of terror

S M Krishna warns UN of terror

Rediff.com27 Sep 2009

External Affairs Minister S M Krishna on Saturday urged the world community to urgently bring to justice the perpetrators and supporters of terrorist attack against innocent civilians of Mumbai late last year.

In PIX: When Gaddafi embarrassed India

In PIX: When Gaddafi embarrassed India

Rediff.com21 Oct 2011

Libyan strongman Muammar Gaddafi, who was killed on Thursday, once caused a major diplomatic embarrassment to India when he supported the idea of an "independent state" for Kashmir and said that it should be a 'Baathist state' between India and Pakistan.

Pak slams India's 'illegal' stance on Kashmir

Pak slams India's 'illegal' stance on Kashmir

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

Pakistan on Thursday accused India of adopting an 'untenable, illegal and amoral' position on the issue of Kashmir and said New Delhi should come forward for meaningful and result-oriented talks aimed at resolving the decades-old issue.

India's bid for permanent UNSC seat gets a boost

India's bid for permanent UNSC seat gets a boost

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

During a meeting of Brazil, Germany, India and Japan at the foreign ministers-level on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, it was agreed by the four countries that such expansion was necessary to have more representation from the developing countries.

India is lying about Kashmir, Pak tells UN

India is lying about Kashmir, Pak tells UN

Rediff.com30 Sep 2010

In a rare action, Pakistan accused External Affairs Minister S M Krishna of making a 'self-serving claim' at the United Nations General Assembly about Jammu and Kashmir being an integral part of the country.

Don't lecture us on democracy: India to Pak

Don't lecture us on democracy: India to Pak

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

Pakistan cannot impart lessons to us on democracy and human rights, said External Affairs Minister SM Krishna at the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday.

Dr Singh may meet Iran's Ahmadinejad in New York

Dr Singh may meet Iran's Ahmadinejad in New York

Rediff.com21 Sep 2011

Irrespective of all the criticism that he is facing in America, Ahmadinejad's meeting with Dr Singh looks almost certain, sources have revealed.

Guess Their Ages Folks!

Guess Their Ages Folks!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

We all know that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will turn 74 on September 17, but do you know how old these leaders are?

Meet Delhi's new cabinet: A diverse power mix

Meet Delhi's new cabinet: A diverse power mix

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

The cabinet of the new government led by Rekha Gupta balances representation of all major communities that propelled the Bharatiya Janata Party to power in Delhi with a massive majority after over 26 years.

Bharat Mata Dispute Rocks Kerala Academia

Bharat Mata Dispute Rocks Kerala Academia

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

The Bharat Mata controversy in Kerala shows how political and symbolic fights between the state and the Centre have taken attention away from education, throwing the state's oldest university into confusion and disorder, observes Shyam G Menon.

UN to declare Gandhi birthday as Non-violence Day

UN to declare Gandhi birthday as Non-violence Day

Rediff.com14 Jun 2007

A resolution reaffirming the universal relevance of non-violence, initiated by India and co-sponsored by more than 120 of the 191 members of the Assembly, is expected to be adopted unanimously tomorrow

Quiz: Can you identify these yoga poses?

Quiz: Can you identify these yoga poses?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

Know the difference between Padmasana and Bhujangasana?

Ahmadinejad says American empire ending

Ahmadinejad says American empire ending

Rediff.com24 Sep 2008

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday hours after President George Bush spoke at the same forum, he predicted the defeat of American and NATO alliance in Afghanistan and advised the next rulers of the United States to keep "their interference" in their own borders. The people of Afghanistan, he said, are victims of efforts by NATO member states to "dominate the regions surrounding India, China and South Asia."

UN race over before it begins

UN race over before it begins

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

The race for the UN secretary-general for 2022-2027 is already over and another term for Antonio Guterres is a foregone conclusion, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan.

Singapore's ruling party sweeps back to power

Singapore's ruling party sweeps back to power

Rediff.com4 May 2025

Singapore's long-ruling People's Action Party (PAP), led by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, has secured a landslide victory in the country's general election. The PAP won 87 of 97 seats, with voters endorsing the party's focus on stability and economic security amidst global uncertainties. Wong expressed gratitude for the strong mandate and vowed to tackle concerns about the cost of living and housing. The results mark a significant win for the PAP, which has been in power since Singapore's independence in 1965.

UNGA: Mukherjee begins discussions with leaders

UNGA: Mukherjee begins discussions with leaders

Rediff.com20 Sep 2006

Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee began a round of discussions with world leaders on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session in New York.

Send a clear signal to terrorists, sponsors:India

Send a clear signal to terrorists, sponsors:India

Rediff.com12 Oct 2007

A day after a blast at Ajmer dargah claimed three lives, India asked the international community to send a clear signal to terrorists and their sponsors that their action will not be tolerated irrespective of the motivation and the underlying cause. Addressing the United Nations General Assembly's legal committee, Indian Ambassador Nirupam Sen asked the nations to devise a global response to deal with terrorism, saying nothing can justify the senseless killing of innocents

Krishna special invitee to dinner hosted by Obama

Krishna special invitee to dinner hosted by Obama

Rediff.com17 Sep 2010

External Affairs Minister S M Krishna will be a special invitee at a dinner reception hosted by United States President Barack Obama in New York on the sidelines of the 65th session of the United Nations General Assembly which begins next week.The dinner will be attended only by heads of states and a select few, including Krishna, have been specially invited.Diplomatic sources said that Krishna is expected to arrive in New York of September 21.

PM Modi to visit US from September 21-27

PM Modi to visit US from September 21-27

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

According to an updated list of speakers for the General Debate of the 74th session of the UNGA, Modi will address the session on the morning of September 27.

Globalisation benefited LDCs least: UN

Globalisation benefited LDCs least: UN

Rediff.com10 Jul 2007

The world's poorest nations have benefitted the least from globalisation and yet suffered the most from the phenomenal downsides, United Nations General Assembly President Sheikha Haya Rashed Al Khalifa said.

Pak silent on whereabouts of Dawood, Hafiz Saeed

Pak silent on whereabouts of Dawood, Hafiz Saeed

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

A Pakistani delegation is attending the Interpol General Assembly in New Delhi.

N-bill: Saran meets with Congressional leaders

N-bill: Saran meets with Congressional leaders

Rediff.com22 Sep 2006

The United States Senators and Congressmen, Saran interacted with, assured him that the US Congress is committed to the India-US civilian nuclear agreement and the enabling legislation to facilitate the deal would be taken up by the Senate early next

Bail out Africa from poverty trap: India

Bail out Africa from poverty trap: India

Rediff.com17 Oct 2008

Underlining the urgency of finding solutions to the major challenges facing Africa, India has called on the international community to effectively implement all its commitments and assist the continent to come out of "poverty trap".

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'.

India, Brazil, SA welcome decision to expand UNSC

India, Brazil, SA welcome decision to expand UNSC

Rediff.com30 Sep 2008

In a statement issued on Monday, foreign ministers of the three countries, partners in the India-Brazil-South Africa Dialogue Forum, said expansion in both permanent and non-permanent categories is necessary to make the council "more democratic, legitimate, representative and responsive."

Myanmar probe could be counter-productive: India

Myanmar probe could be counter-productive: India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2010

Following a proposal by an independent human rights expert to set up commission of inquiry into alleged human rights violations in Myanmar, India questioned the utility of such a probe with a "fact finding mandate."

Protests against Sonia in the US

Protests against Sonia in the US

Rediff.com2 Oct 2007

Protestors say Sonia poses an alarming threat to democracy in India

Mind your own business: India to Pak on Kashmir

Mind your own business: India to Pak on Kashmir

Rediff.com29 Sep 2010

Slamming Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi for raking up Kashmir issue at the United Nations General Assembly, India on Tuesday said the 'unacceptable and untenable' remarks by him was a ploy to divert attention from the internal troubles that country is facing.

Make Bengali an official language: B'desh tells UN

Make Bengali an official language: B'desh tells UN

Rediff.com28 Sep 2010

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has told the United Nations General Assembly that Bangla should be named as an official UN language to reflect the vast number of its speakers and its heritage in literature and history.Sheikh Hasina told the UNGA's annual high-level segment that an international movement to celebrate the use of mother languages was growing stronger every year.

How China is helping Pak in Gilgit-Baltistan

How China is helping Pak in Gilgit-Baltistan

Rediff.com26 Sep 2010

Chinese authorities have been highlighting two path-breaking aspects of their assistance for flood relief to Pakistan, which started on August 1, 2010, and continues since then.The first is the value of the assistance, which has already reached US $ 250 million (pledges plus actual amount). This includes a sum of US $ 200 million pledged by Prime Minister Wen Jiabao, in his address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 22.

Timing of PM's visit to Bush ranch uncertain

Timing of PM's visit to Bush ranch uncertain

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

The trip will be decorative. No offical treaty to mark the conclusion of the 123 Agreement will be signed by Bush and Dr Singh

PM wins Appeal of Conscience World Statesman award

PM wins Appeal of Conscience World Statesman award

Rediff.com7 Sep 2010

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh will be bestowed the prestigious Appeal of Conscience World Statesman award 2010 on September 21, at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York during his visit to the city to address the annual United Nations General Assembly plenary.

Video: Jaishankar recalls when Modi asked him 'Jaage ho?'

Video: Jaishankar recalls when Modi asked him 'Jaage ho?'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2022

External Affairs minister S Jaishankar in New York praised the leadership skills of Prime Minister Narendra Modi while recalling the attack on the Mazar-e-Sharif in Afghanistan near the Indian consulate and while India was coordinating evacuations from the country.

As expected, Sharif mentions K word at UN

As expected, Sharif mentions K word at UN

Rediff.com27 Sep 2014

Weakened by two fierce political opponents and the army in Pakistan, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's United Nations speech was to address his domestic audience.

Should PM meet Nawaz Sharif after LoC attack? Tell us

Should PM meet Nawaz Sharif after LoC attack? Tell us

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

The killing of 5 Indian soldiers in a Pakistani ambush on the Line of Control has once again fanned the simmering tensions between the neighbouring countries.

First Look: Dr Singh meets Putin

First Look: Dr Singh meets Putin

Rediff.com16 Sep 2005

They met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly on Thursday.