Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman elected President of 81st session of UNGAIn a remarkable turn of events, Khalilur Rahman from Bangladesh has clinched the presidency of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly,...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.32 PM IST
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
White House calls Iran's draft deal report a 'complete fabrication' as both sides inch toward Hormuz frameworkThe White House has strongly refuted claims by Iranian state television regarding a draft ceasefire deal with the US. Iranian media had rep...
27 May, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
UAE says drone that hit near its nuclear plant was launched from IraqThe United Arab Emirates said six drones were launched from Iraq towards its territory over the past 48 hours, including one that struck ne...
20 May, 2026, 06.51 AM IST
Drones, bullets and cartel warfare fuel an invisible displacement crisis in MexicoElderly residents like Maria Cabrera are forced to flee their homes in Tula, Mexico, due to escalating cartel violence. Drone attacks and b...
16 May, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
UAE rejects Iran's 'direct involvement' claims in West Asia conflict, says allegations will not shake its "principled positions"The UAE has vehemently rejected Iran's accusations of direct involvement in aggression against Tehran during the West Asia conflict. Minist...
16 May, 2026, 09.59 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
US revises UN resolution on Iran but China, Russia still expected to vetoWashington has altered its United Nations resolution demanding Iran cease attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. However, diplomats believe China...
09 May, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
US, Gulf allies threaten Iran with sanctions in UN proposal if it doesn't release Hormuz chokeholdAmerica and its Gulf allies have put forward a United Nations resolution. It warns Iran of sanctions if it does not stop attacking ships in...
06 May, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Safe, unimpeded maritime passage through Strait of Hormuz should be restored at the earliest: India at UNSCIndia has called for immediate restoration of safe maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The nation expressed deep concern over th...
28 Apr, 2026, 06.38 PM IST
Low turnout as Palestinians vote in first elections since Gaza warPalestinians in the West Bank and central Gaza cast votes in municipal elections. This marks the first vote since the Gaza war began. Turno...
25 Apr, 2026, 08.33 PM IST
Iran war justified by Tehran's 'aggression' over decades, US legal adviser saysAmerica's top lawyer claims President Trump's actions against Iran were in self-defense. He states the bombing campaign was not a new war b...
25 Apr, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
'Real need' for Security Council reform, will push for it: UNSG candidate Michelle BacheletMichelle Bachelet backs urgent UN Security Council reform, calling for broader representation in permanent and non-permanent categories. A ...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.49 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
Four candidates for UN secretary-general audition this week. That's far fewer than in 2016Four candidates are vying to become the next United Nations Secretary-General. This selection process unfolds in a world marked by deep div...
20 Apr, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Expanding permanent category with veto critical to real reform of UNSC: IndiaIndia told the United Nations that reform of the UN Security Council must include expansion of permanent members with veto powers, warning ...
15 Apr, 2026, 09.04 AM IST