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Breaking Silence: World Court Debates Israel’s Humanitarian Duties in Gaza [Video]

Breaking Silence: World Court Debates Israel’s Humanitarian Duties in Gaza

On 30 April 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) convened its third day of live public hearings in The Hague to examine whether Israel, as an occupying power, must ensure and facilitate..

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ICJ begins hearings on Israel's humanitarian obligations to Palestinians [Video]

ICJ begins hearings on Israel's humanitarian obligations to Palestinians

ICJ begins hearings on Israel's humanitarian obligations to Palestinians As the humanitarian aid system in Gaza faces collapse, the court has scheduled a week of hearings in response to a request..

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UN marks 31 years since genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda [Video]

UN marks 31 years since genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda

UN marks 31 years since genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda Addressing the commemorative ceremony at the UN General Assembly, Secretary-General António Guterres said Rwanda’s history reminds us that..

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Hungary LGTQ Ban: Parliament Votes To Ban Pride Events As Opposition Ignites Smoke Bombs In Protest [Video]

Hungary LGTQ Ban: Parliament Votes To Ban Pride Events As Opposition Ignites Smoke Bombs In Protest

Hungary LGBTQ ban passed as parliament votes to outlaw pride events nationwide. Opposition lawmakers set off smoke bombs in protest, but the law passed 136-27. It expands restrictions on LGBTQ content..

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Trump’s Shocking Move| US President Pledges to Reverse Biden’s Sanctions on Hungary | Details [Video]

Trump’s Shocking Move| US President Pledges to Reverse Biden’s Sanctions on Hungary | Details

In a stunning diplomatic shift, President Donald Trump has pledged to reverse the sanctions imposed on Hungary by the Biden administration, signaling a major policy change that could reshape US-Hungary..

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Israel Vs Russia Face-off At UN: Iran Fumes As U.S Rejects Gaza Ceasefire Proposal [Video]

Israel Vs Russia Face-off At UN: Iran Fumes As U.S Rejects Gaza Ceasefire Proposal

Tensions at the United Nations have escalated as Israel and Russia clashed over the ongoing Gaza conflict, with Iran strongly condemning the U.S. for rejecting a proposed ceasefire. The UN General..

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India, 18 others abstain; 149 back UN resolution for Gaza ceasefire

The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, with 149 nations voting in favor. India abstained, despite key US allies supporting the resolution,..
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UN assembly elects Germany's ex-foreign minister as next president after Russia demands secret vote

Annalena Baerbock, Germany's former foreign minister, has been elected as the next head of the UN General Assembly, securing a decisive victory despite Russia's opposition. Baerbock garnered 167 votes..
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Spain seeks 'urgent measures' at UN to 'stop killing' in Gaza: PM Sanchez

Spain will present a draft resolution at the UN General Assembly aimed at "proposing urgent measures to stop the killing of innocent civilians and ensure humanitarian aid" in Gaza, Prime Minister Pedro..
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US Condemns China's 'Misuse' Of UN Resolution At Security Council Debate

Resolution 2758, adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1971, addressed China's representation at the UN and resulted in the Republic of China (ROC), Taiwan's official name, losing its seat to the PRC.
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'Fanatical mindset': India slams Pakistan in UN over 'unjustified' reference to J&K

India strongly objected to Pakistan's mention of Jammu and Kashmir at the UN General Assembly, emphasizing that such references do not substantiate territorial claims. India highlighted Pakistan's..
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India skips vote on Ukraine resolutions, as US faces setback in UNGA

On the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war, India abstained from two UN General Assembly resolutions calling for peace and Ukrainian sovereignty. The US abstained from voting on its own..
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India votes for UN resolution on immediate Gaza ceasefire

India voted with 158 other countries at the UN General Assembly for resolutions demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and access to humanitarian aid. The assembly also..
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UN declares December 21 as World Meditation Day, India among co-sponsors

The UN General Assembly declared December 21st as World Meditation Day, led by a group of nations including India. The date coincides with the Winter Solstice and falls six months after International..
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'We really have to avoid it': Biden urges avoidance of all-out war as Israel-Hezbollah tensions escalate

US President Joe Biden highlighted the necessity of preventing an all-out war in the Middle East amid rising tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon resulted in significant..
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Lavrov warns against 'fighting to victory' with nuclear power, blasts western nations at UN

Sergey Lavrov, Russia's foreign minister, warned against efforts to defeat a nuclear power like Russia, addressing the Ukraine conflict at the UN General Assembly. He criticised Western actions and..
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Israeli PM Netanyahu presents maps at UN, labels India a 'blessing' and Iran a 'curse'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN General Assembly, displaying two maps one as a "blessing" and the other as a "curse. He described the map titled 'The Curse' featured Iran,..
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Diplomats walkout during Netanyahu's speech as Israeli airstrikes rage across Lebanon

Diplomats exited during Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's UN General Assembly speech, protesting Israel's military actions in Gaza and Lebanon. Netanyahu committed to ongoing strikes on Hezbollah in..
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'Gen Z Is reviving the values of 1971': Muhammad Yunus praises Bangladesh youth at UNGA

Muhammad Yunus, chief advisor to Bangladesh's interim government, praised the youth-led protests that led to Sheikh Hasina’s removal. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he highlighted Generation..
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'We will not leave': Palestinian President demands UN action to end Israel-Hamas war

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appealed to the UN General Assembly for urgent intervention to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. He highlighted the severe destruction in Gaza,..
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'You will not boost your power at Ukraine's expense': Zelenskyy takes aim at China, Brazil

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, questioning China and Brazil's true interest in proposing peace talks with Russia. He criticized temporary truce plans and..
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Biden-Yunus meet in New York: US, Bangladesh affirm 'close partnership'

US President Joe Biden and Bangladesh's interim government chief Mohammed Yunus affirmed a close partnership, with Biden expressing support for Bangladesh's new reform agenda. They met at the UN..
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Biden acknowledges he's running out of time as violence escalates in Middle-East: Aides

President Joe Biden acknowledges limited time to secure a ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas amid escalating Middle-East tensions. Aides express frustration over Israeli PM Netanyahu's contradictory..
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US President Joe Biden To Address UN General Assembly And Meet World Leaders In New York

Joe Biden will meet with various world leaders to discuss strategies for enhancing global security and advancing shared goals.
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Revival of SAARC spirit can solve many regional problems: Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Yunus

Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladesh's interim government, advocates for reviving SAARC to tackle regional issues. He intends to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the UN General Assembly..
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Is Prince Harry returning to royal duties? Duke of Sussex clarifies

Prince Harry appears uninterested in resuming royal duties and is settled in California with good friends. Despite rumors of his return, he seeks advice from old acquaintances as his current situation..
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UN chief calls for Africa's permanent seat in UNSC, highlights under representation

During a recent UN Security Council debate, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated that the UNSC has not adapted to global changes. He advocated for a permanent seat for Africa, highlighting the..
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United Nations Praises Modi Government Over Poverty Alleviation Steps Using `Smartphones`; Watch

President of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly, Dennis Francis emphasised the high internet penetration in India as a major factor why India has been able to benefit but not many other..
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India Slams Pakistan For "Baseless," "Deceitful" Narratives At UN General Assembly

Pakistan regularly brings up the Jammu and Kashmir issue at UN platforms and other some international forums, irrespective of the agenda of the meetings.
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How to create strong bonds with your family

The International Day of Families, established by the UN General Assembly in 1993 and celebrated on May 15th, marks its 30th anniversary in 2024 with the theme 'Families and Climate Change'. The day..
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India backs full UN membership for Palestine, stresses on two-state solution

India supported granting full membership to Palestine at the UN and emphasized that lasting peace in the conflict-affected region can only be achieved through a two-state solution. India voted in..
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UN to vote on resolution that would grant Palestine new rights and revive its UN membership bid

The UN general assembly to vote on a resolution granting new rights to Palestine, urging Security Council to reconsider UN membership request. US opposes, emphasizing negotiation with Israel for..
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Urgent reforms imperative to make UN reflective of current geopolitical realities: India

India emphasizes UN General Assembly revitalization within broader UN reform, including Security Council, to reflect current geopolitical realities. Upholding General Assembly's role as crucial in..
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UN gears up to vote for first resolution on artificial intelligence

The UN General Assembly resolution on AI, supported by the US, emphasizes universal principles for AI development, bridging the digital gap for developing nations, and collaborating for AI safety to..
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Russia-Ukraine conflict: Why UN Security Council is rendered 'completely ineffective', asks India

India's Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador, Ruchira Kamboj, raised the question at a UN General Assembly plenary meeting held to mark two years since the beginning of the Ukraine conflict on..
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Present UNSC does not reflect today's reality: UNGA president Dennis Francis

UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis, currently visiting India, discussed the need for reforming the UN Security Council and expressed concern over the lack of progress in the Intergovernmental..
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'I hear no one saying, demanding that it stop hiding behind civilians': Blinken hits out at countries

US secretary of state Antony Blinken calls on nations to demand that Hamas stop hiding behind civilians, lay down its arms, and surrender. He questions why there are no demands made of the aggressor..
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Russia appears smug at US diplomatic isolation in UN over Israel support

Russia, after being isolated at the United Nations due to its invasion in Ukraine, now observes the United States facing similar treatment over its support for Israel in the conflict with Hamas...
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Israel bombs south Gaza after Hamas hostage threat

The heavy urban battles in Gaza continue, with the death toll rising to 101 Israeli soldiers and around 18,000 Palestinians. Hamas warns that the remaining 137 hostages won't survive unless Israel..
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Resolution for UN tax convention will be successfully passed at general assembly, states official

The resolution for a UN tax convention is expected to be successfully passed at the UN General Assembly, following its approval by the Economic and Financial Committee. This resolution, supported by..
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PM Modi only head of government invited to opening plenary of the UN climate conference

The opening plenary of the UN climate conference here on Friday saw PM Narendra Modi as the only head of state/government on the dias underlining India's growing geopolitical clout in climate..
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Congress Comes In Support Of Free Palestine Amid Israel-Hamas War

Tharoor strongly criticized the government for deviating from India's longstanding foreign policy, accusing the Centre of abstaining from voting on the UN General Assembly's resolution concerning the..
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India votes against Israeli settlements in occupied territory

India has voted in favor of a resolution in the UN General Assembly condemning Israeli settlement activities in Occupied Palestinian Territory. The resolution, which was approved by a majority of 145..
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Israel exacting revenge from blameless: Sonia Gandhi

Sonia Gandhi, the leader of the Congress, has criticized India for not voting in favor of the latest UN general assembly resolution on the crisis in West Asia. She claimed in a newspaper article that..
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CPI(M) leaders hold symbolic dharna in solidarity with Palestinian people, call for ceasefire

Top leaders of the CPI(M) in India have condemned the country's abstention from voting in the UN General Assembly on a resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The leaders..
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India abstain as UNGA backs ceasefire, doesn’t condemn Hamas terror

The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for a humanitarian truce in the West Asia crisis, with support from 120 countries. India abstained from voting, citing that the final text did not..
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EAM discusses Gaza with Oman counterpart

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed the Israel-Hamas war situation with his Omani counterpart, Badr Albusaidi ahead of General Assembly vote. They talked about the need for an immediate..
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Redcliffe Labs Diagnostics Deliver USD 400 Million in Economic Savings for India by Tackling Pandemic of Non-communicable Diseases

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Canadian envoy raises concerns about foreign interference and rules at UN

Canada's envoy to the United Nations, Robert Rae, during his address to world leaders at the UN General Assembly on Tuesday raised the issue of "foreign interference" adding that the rules of..
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'Namaste from Bharat': External affairs minister S Jaishankar greets UN General Assembly

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly, starting his speech with "Namaste from Bharat", highlighting the country's name as 'Bharat'. This is not the first instance..
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EAM Jaishankar holds bilateral meetings with global counterparts on UNGA sidelines

During the high-level UN General Assembly session in New York, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held bilateral meetings with several global counterparts. He discussed reforming multilateralism..
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Australia backs call to curb Russia's veto at UNSC

​Australia wants constraints on Russia's veto powers on the United Nations Security Council, offering support for Zelensky's demand that Russia lose its power to block measures at UNSC. Australia's..
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