‘Need transparency’: EAM S Jaishankar on blocking Pakistan terrorists' listing at UN
China, a veto-wielding permanent member of the UN Security Council, has repeatedly put holds on listing proposals by India, the US and other allies to blacklist Pakistan-based terrorists.
Sep 25, 2022, 14:01 PM IST
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov backs India for permanent member in UN Security Council
"We see prospective of making Security Council more democratic via representation of countries from Africa, Asia & Latin America. India and Brazil, in particular, are key international actors and should be counted for permanent membership in the council," said Sergey Lavrov.
Sep 25, 2022, 08:52 AM IST
Six countries including US, UK request UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine situation
"The UK and [Albania, France, Ireland, Norway, and the United States] have called for a Security Council meeting on #Ukraine. Russia is committing war crimes and targeting civilians. Russia`s illegal war on Ukraine is a threat to us all," read the tweet.
Mar 17, 2022, 07:50 AM IST
India, China abstain on UNSC resolution against Russia; here's what New Delhi said
India on Saturday abstained on the United Nations Security Council resolution prepared to call out Russia’s needless assault on Ukraine and demanded the complete and unconditional withdrawal of Russian forces.
Feb 26, 2022, 06:24 AM IST
Russia, US seek India's support ahead of Security Council vote on Ukraine situation
Leaders from Russia and the US contacted Indian counterparts on Thursday to discuss the Ukraine situation. The resolution would be a test of India`s position in a post-Cold War world that is quickly plunging into a new Cold War.
Feb 25, 2022, 12:53 PM IST
Developments in Afghanistan will have wider ramifications to Central Asia region: India at UN
"The developments in Afghanistan will have wider ramifications to the Central Asia region, particularly the possible growth in international terrorism and drug trafficking emanating from the Afghan territory," said TS Tirumurti.
Feb 17, 2022, 06:31 AM IST
Russia vetoes UN resolution linking climate change as threat to international peace and security
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has also sounded alarms, telling the Security Council last week that the effects of climate change "compound conflicts and exacerbate fragility."
Dec 14, 2021, 09:17 AM IST
Terrorism continues to pose serious threat to Afghanistan, region: India at UNSC
"Security Council Resolution 2593 clearly sets out boundaries outlining the international community`s expectations on a range of critical and immediate issues," said TS Tirumurti at UNSC.
Nov 18, 2021, 08:34 AM IST
FM Nirmala Sitharaman, MOS Muraleedharan arrive in New York for official visits
According to the Ministry of Finance, Sitharaman will be attending the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank and other associated investment meetings as part of her official visit to the USA.
Oct 12, 2021, 00:00 AM IST
Britain calls on China and Russia to agree on Afghanistan approach
Britain, which is currently co-ordinating the so-called P5 group of permanent United Nations Security Council members, will use the meeting to call for greater cooperation to improve international security, with a particular focus on Afghanistan.
Sep 22, 2021, 07:45 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi shares 5 principles for maritime security cooperation at UNSC- In Pics
PM Modi highlighted that maritime routes were being misused for terrorism and piracy.
Aug 10, 2021, 11:21 AM IST
At UNSC debate, PM Narendra Modi shares 5 principles to prepare roadmap for maritime security cooperation
PM Modi highlighted that maritime routes were being misused for terrorism and piracy. He stressed that the oceans are the world's common heritage and sea routes the lifeline of international trade.
Aug 09, 2021, 19:19 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi calls for safe, secure and stable maritime domain, removing trade barriers
With this, he also became the first Indian Prime Minister to preside over a UN Security Council Open Debate. The event began at 5:30 PM IST and Russian President Vladimir Putin along with several other world leaders participated in the virtual meeting.
Aug 09, 2021, 18:08 PM IST
US offers to help Israel, Palestinians if they seek a ceasefire
"The United States has been working tirelessly through diplomatic channels to try to bring an end to this conflict," said the U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. council on Sunday (May 16).
May 17, 2021, 11:01 AM IST
Myanmar faces possibility of civil war, warns UN envoy
The Myanmar coup reversed years of slow progress toward democracy in Myanmar, which for five decades had languished under strict military rule that led to international isolation and sanctions.
Apr 01, 2021, 06:51 AM IST
United Nations calls for reversal of Myanmar coup and condemns violence
The coup reversed years of slow progress toward democracy in Myanmar, which for five decades had languished under strict military rule that led to international isolation and sanctions.
Mar 11, 2021, 13:00 PM IST
Myanmar coup: Nearly 40 killed in violent day of protests, says UN envoy
Thirty-eight people were killed in Myanmar as the military quelled protests in several towns and cities on Wednesday, the United Nations said, the most violent day since demonstrations against last month`s military coup first broke out. Police and soldiers opened fire with live rounds with little warning, witnesses said.
Mar 04, 2021, 07:48 AM IST
At UNSC, India welcomes Abraham accords and lauds role of Arab League
The Indian top diplomat to the United Nations was speaking at a meet on cooperation between the UN and League of Arab States, where he lauded the role of the latter.
Jan 19, 2021, 07:09 AM IST
India gets the chairmanship of 3 bodies in the UN Security Council
India has been assigned the chairmanship of 3 bodies in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). India has been given the command of the Taliban Sanctions, Anti-Terrorism Committee.
Jan 08, 2021, 09:26 AM IST
US Election: America will support India's permanent membership in the UN Security Council
In the latest poll promise, senior adviser of Joe Biden camp said that America will support India's permanent membership in the UN Security Council. Watch video
Aug 17, 2020, 16:26 PM IST