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UN flags need for accountability if peaceful PoK protesters harmedThe United Nations voiced concerns regarding the security situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. UN officials emphasized the need for acco...- Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on August 8, 2026? Check if HDFC Bank, SBI, PNB and others are openBank customers are advised to stay informed about upcoming holiday schedules that could impact banking operations. National and religious h...
- Lebanon, Israel agree shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify Hezbollah disarmamentLebanon and Israel have agreed on a shortlist of countries that could provide troops to verify Hezbollah’s disarmament under a US-brokered ...
- UN experts raise alarm over China's extradition bid for exiled journalist in ThailandUN experts express concern over Bai Zhaodong's detention in Thailand. They warn his extradition to China risks persecution and torture viol...
- UN experts urge Iran to end 'targeting' of minoritiesUN human rights experts have called on Iran to halt the increasing arbitrary detentions and executions that particularly impact Kurdish and...
- US sanctions pushing Cuba into full-blown crisis: UN expertsA group of independent UN human rights experts has urged the international community to act quickly to prevent US sanctions from pushing Cu...
- What we know about North Korean forces joining Russia's war against UkraineNorth Korea has deployed troops and weapons to support Russia's war. A missile unit is reportedly deploying to western Russia with ballisti...
- UN rights chief alarmed by surge in executions in IranAlarmed by the situation in Iran, UN rights chief Volker Turk highlighted the alarming execution rates, with over fifty-six individuals con...
- Surge in Black Sea attacks adds to strain on global commodity flowsAttacks on Black Sea shipping routes are disrupting global grain and oil supplies. Ukraine and Russia have intensified strikes on each othe...
- Quote of the day by Nobel Peace Prize winner Kofi Annan: ‘Ignorance and prejudice are the handmaidens of propaganda…’ – Former UN Secretary-General on knowledge and tolerance as the strongest weapons against hatredQuote of the day: Kofi Annan, a former UN Secretary-General, championed peace and human rights globally. His words remain vital in confront...
- Strong El Niño could push 49 million more people into acute hunger, UN agency saysA powerful El Nino may push nearly 49 million more people into food insecurity. This event carries an 81% chance of being very strong, impa...
- Afghanistan's malnutrition crisis 'spinning out of control': UNChild malnutrition reaches critical levels in Afghanistan as aid is drastically cut. Many acutely malnourished children are being turned aw...
- Ukraine accuses Russia of war crime after video shows drone attacking market vendorUkraine accused Russia of a war crime after a drone attack wounded a vendor. President Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on Russia fo...
- August 2026 Holidays List: Schools, banks & government offices will be closed on these datesAugust 2026 Holidays List: August 2026 brings Independence Day, Milad-un-Nabi, and Raksha Bandhan holidays. Schools and banks will close na...
- Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remainUS President Donald Trump announced a deal for Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. This agreement involves carefully struct...
- United Nations Security Council to hold informal polls for new UN chief from ThursdayThe UN Security Council will hold initial straw polls for seven candidates. These informal votes assess support for the next UN Secretary-G...
- India questions delay as UN Security Council reform talks enter 18th yearUN Security Council reform talks have stalled after seventeen rounds of discussions. India's envoy expressed disappointment over the lack o...
- 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...
- Syria seeks security pact with Israel, says President SharaaSyrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa seeks a security agreement with Israel for peace. Israel seized strategic territories after Bashar Al Assa...
- Ugandan diplomat Otunnu joins race to become next UN headUgandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the race for UN Secretary-General. He is the seventh contender to succeed Antonio Guterres this ye...
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