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In 2016, after 15 years of work, a historic deal turned part of Antarctica into the world's largest marine reserveAn international agreement established the Ross Sea marine protected area. This vast region will receive protection starting December 1, 20...29 Jul, 2026, 09.39 PM IST- The key issues that will shape Israel's electionsWhen Israel goes to the polls this year, voters will weigh in on conscription, the economy and how the state should investigate its inabili...29 Jul, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
- I may be killed, arrested or jailed: Sheikh Hasina vows Bangladesh return by DecemberOusted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans a December return to her country. She faces arrest, imprisonment, or even death, but i...29 Jul, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
- Nirav Modi's extradition to take place after completion of judicial process in UK: MEAIndia's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed Nirav Modi's extradition will occur after UK judicial proceedings conclude. Legal proceeding...28 Jul, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
- US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second termThe United States delegation exited a UN Security Council session during France's remarks. This action followed accusations of disingenuous...28 Jul, 2026, 07.46 AM IST
- In 1859, when an American farmer shot a pig for eating from his potato patch, United States and Britain were on the brink of war, with soldiers & warships preparing for conflictThe Pig War began in 1859 after an American farmer shot a British-owned pig on the disputed San Juan Islands, triggering a tense territoria...28 Jul, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
- Race for UN's top job begins: Meet the candidates vying to succeed António GuterresSeven candidates are competing to lead the United Nations after António Guterres. Experienced diplomats and former leaders offer distinct v...27 Jul, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- Bangladesh: Charges filed against Sheikh Hasina, 40 others in crimes against humanity caseDhaka's International Crimes Tribunal has filed charges against Sheikh Hasina and forty others. These charges relate to a 2013 police crack...27 Jul, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Spanish philosopher Francisco de Vitoria: 'The whole world, which is in a sense a commonwealth, has the power to enact laws that are just and...' - The Father of International Law's enduring wisdom behind one of history's earliest calls for global justiceQuote of the day by Francisco de Vitoria: Spanish philosopher Francisco de Vitoria introduced influential ideas centuries ago. He argued al...27 Jul, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
- PoJK protest group urges UN, OIC to act on Pakistan's human rights abusesThe Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee has appealed to international bodies. They are highlighting human rights concerns and seekin...26 Jul, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
- International rights groups warn Nepal against political interference in Supreme CourtInternational rights groups express serious concern over Nepal's judiciary independence. They warn against government interference with Sup...24 Jul, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
- Centre transfers Higher Education Secy Vineet Joshi amid NEET row; Naresh Pal Gangwar takes overHigher Education Secretary Vineet Joshi was transferred amid ongoing exam irregularities scrutiny. Naresh Pal Gangwar now leads the Departm...24 Jul, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
- Thursday Motivation by Kofi Annan: 'To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you..., where you want to go and why you...'Kofi Annan championed peace and human rights globally. He served as UN Secretary-General, focusing on poverty and disease reduction. Annan ...23 Jul, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
- Protests in New York, San Jose in support of Sonam WangchukActivists demonstrated in New York and San Jose supporting Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Protests occurred in London and Dublin, demandin...22 Jul, 2026, 09.20 AM IST
- US lawmaker urges review of arms sales to India at Capitol briefingUS lawmakers and experts urged a review of arms sales to India. They cited concerns over alleged transnational repression impacting nationa...18 Jul, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
- At 7, she fell in love with art. Today, this self-taught Bengaluru artist's paintings are displayed at the UN headquarters. How one social media post changed her lifeBengaluru artist Namita Kulkarni achieved international recognition for her powerful paintings. Her artwork was recently displayed at the p...17 Jul, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Civil rights body asks National Human Rights Commission to step inA civil rights group has asked the NHRC to intervene in five maternal deaths. These deaths occurred in Kota, Rajasthan, after women receive...08 Jul, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
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