India calls for national ownership, transparency in UN Development System reformsIndia highlighted the importance of the UN's development pillar. National ownership must be central to global development efforts. Discussi...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
America's subpar diplomats aren't the world's only choiceThe United Nations, once a global peace beacon, now struggles for relevance. Superpower politics and a decline in multilateralism have dimi...
31 May, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
Iran war complicates plans for yet-to-materialise international force in GazaAn international force for Gaza, announced with fanfare, faces significant delays. Key contributor Indonesia has put its troop pledge on ho...
28 May, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Two Indian peacekeepers to be honoured posthumously on International Peacekeepers DayTwo Indian peacekeepers will be honored posthumously by the UN for their ultimate sacrifice. Major Abhilasha Barak of India will receive th...
28 May, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Israel hammers Lebanon with strikes, killing 22Israeli airstrikes hit Lebanon hard, killing 22 people including children. These deadly raids occurred just before crucial talks between Le...
14 May, 2026, 09.01 AM IST
India says attacks on commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz are 'deplorable'India's UN envoy condemned attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. She stressed the importance of freedom of navigation and gl...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
UNGA president takes potshot at Trump's Board of PeaceUN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock urged a renewed commitment to the UN Charter amidst rising global tensions. She criticized ...
28 Apr, 2026, 08.20 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz to reopen on Tuesday? All eyes on Donald Trump as Iran sends offer to end warIran-U.S. War latest: The offer emerged on Monday as Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Russia, which has long been a key backer ...
28 Apr, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Will the Strait of Hormuz open soon? Here's what to know as oil prices hover near $108 per barrel, up almost 50%Will the Strait of Hormuz Open Soon? Inside Iran's Oil Blockade Standoff: The Iran Strait of Hormuz offer arrives as oil prices hover near ...
27 Apr, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Iran offers to end chokehold on Strait of Hormuz, asks US to end blockade, officials sayIran proposes lifting its Strait of Hormuz blockade. This offer excludes addressing its nuclear program. Iran also seeks an end to the US b...
27 Apr, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
Iran's top diplomat briefly returns to Pakistan but Trump says the sides can talk by phoneIran's foreign minister visited Islamabad for ceasefire talks with Washington. President Trump stated direct phone calls were an option. En...
27 Apr, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Pakistan races to save negotiations between US and IranPakistan's leaders are trying to revive US-Iran ceasefire talks. President Trump canceled envoy travel to Islamabad. Iran's foreign ministe...
26 Apr, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Trump to send envoys to Islamabad as Iran rules out direct talksAmerican diplomats are heading to Pakistan for crucial ceasefire talks with Iran. This effort aims to de-escalate tensions and address the ...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Iran resumes commercial flights from Tehran's international airportIran has restarted flights from Tehran to Istanbul, Muscat, and Medina. U.S. envoys are heading to Pakistan for ceasefire talks with Iran. ...
25 Apr, 2026, 01.26 PM IST
Iran's seizure of two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz does not violate ceasefire? US and Iran give opposite claims on truce and blockadeIran's seizure of two cargo ships in Strait of Hormuz does not violate ceasefire? The United States says the seizures do not break the ceas...
23 Apr, 2026, 02.05 AM IST
Lebanon President Joseph Aoun says aiming to end hostilities with Israel talksLebanese President Aoun announced planned talks with Israel to end hostilities and occupation, despite strong rejection from Hezbollah. The...
21 Apr, 2026, 07.48 AM IST
Is Israel replicating Gaza's 'Yellow Line' in south Lebanon?In a strategic response to recent tensions, Israel has created a security zone known as the 'Yellow Line' in southern Lebanon, coinciding w...
20 Apr, 2026, 08.36 PM IST