UNITED NATIONS
UNGA President invokes Gandhi to call for protection of journalists
UN General Assembly President Dennis Francis underscores the importance of protecting press freedom, journalists, and media workers worldwide, emphasizing the need for accountability and upholding democratic values.
India's Panchayati Raj system highlights strides made in women's leadership: Ruchira Kamboj
India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, highlighted the significant progress in women's leadership within India's Panchayati Raj system. Speaking at a #CPD57 side event, she praised the system's decentralised power structure, facilitating active participation from all residents through the Gram Sabha. Kamboj noted the constitutional amendment mandating one-third of all elected roles be reserved for women, leading to 50% representation in 21 states. She emphasized women's transformative impact, integrating gender considerations into local planning for inclusive and sustainable outcomes.
'India is proud of its Panchayati Raj system': Indian Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj
India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, shed light on the remarkable progress made in women's leadership within India's Panchayati Raj system, saying, "India prides itself on a unique system of rural governance known as the Panchayati Raj--an emblem o...
India at UN reiterates support for Two-State solution where Palestinian people can live freely
In the UNGA meeting on Wednesday after the veto cast by a Permanent member of the Security Council on Palestine's application for admission to the UN on April 18, Kamboj expressed hope that the membership of Palestine will be reconsidered in due course and that Palestine's endeavour to become a member of the UN will receive support.
Russia proposes UN resolution on banning weapons in space, after vetoing similar UN-Japan draft
Russia has proposed a U.N. resolution urging all nations to prevent the deployment of weapons in outer space "for all time." This comes after Russia vetoed a U.S.-Japan resolution aimed at curbing an arms race in space. The Russian draft resolution goes further by calling for a ban on all types of weapons in space, including the use of force in outer space. The vetoed resolution focused only on weapons of mass destruction, excluding other weapons in space. Russia's move is seen as a response to recent developments, including the U.S.'s confirmation of Russia's anti-satellite weapon capability.
UN slams 'greater enforcement' of Iran's strict hijab law, says 'this bill must be shelved'
The UN denounces the increasing enforcement of Iran's strict hijab laws, with reports that "uniformed and plainclothes police are enforcing a violent crackdown" against women and girls. Jeremy Laurence, spokesperson for the UN's High Commissioner for Human Ri...
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Indian economy stands out with strong show: Finance Ministry
India's finance ministry highlighted the country's "promising economic performance," citing resilient growth, stable prices, and a strong external sector in its monthly economic report for March. Despite global uncertainties, India's economy remains robust, driven by factors like domestic demand, investment, and manufacturing momentum. The report also noted favorable monsoon forecasts, which are expected to boost agricultural output and ease inflation concerns. Additionally, India's trade deficit is projected to improve, supported by initiatives like the production-linked incentive schemes and recent trade agreements.
China harbors ship tied to North Korea-Russia arms transfers, satellite images show
Britain's Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) think tank said the Russian vessel Angara, which since August 2023 has moved to Russian ports thousands of containers believed to contain North Korean munitions, has been anchored at a Chinese shipyard in eastern Zhejiang province since February.
Former wrestler Narsingh Yadav elected chairman of WFI's seven-member athletes' panel
Former Commonwealth Games gold-medallist Narsingh Pancham Yadav assumes the role of chairman of the Wrestling Federation of India's Athletes' Commission following elections mandated by the sport's governing body. Narsingh's appointment comes after a tumultuous period marked by controversies and suspensions within the federation, including his own doping ban.
'So hot you can't breathe': Extreme heat hits the Philippines
The months of March, April and May are typically the hottest and driest in the archipelago nation, but conditions this year have been exacerbated by the El Nino weather phenomenon.
North Korea fires ballistic missiles, South Korea, Japan say
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles towards the sea off its east coast, prompting condemnation from South Korea as a threat to Korean peninsula stability. Japan also reported the launch, with the missiles landing outside its exclusive economic zone. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command noted the launch but assessed no immediate threat to personnel or allies. This comes amid growing military cooperation between North Korea and Moscow, including suspicions of arms supplies from Pyongyang to Russia for the Ukraine conflict.
Macquarie's $1.5 bn India EV platform to focus on fleet electrification
Australia's Macquarie Group has launched an EV financing platform called Vertelo for India, focusing 95% of its $1.5 billion investment on electrifying commercial vehicle fleets. The platform will offer financing, fleet management, and charging infrastructure solutions. The remaining 5% will go towards charging infrastructure and other requirements.
Afghanistan: Nine people killed due to floods in Helmand
In a statement, the Taliban-appointed head of information and culture in Helmand said that the incident first happened on Thursday night in the Abghol area of the Kajaki district.
UN chief: limited, 'sometimes nil' improvement from Israel action on Gaza aid
The United Nations has long complained of obstacles to getting aid in and distributing it throughout Gaza during the six-month-old war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which rules the enclave of 2.3 million people. "To avert imminent famine, and further preventable deaths from disease, we need a quantum leap in humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. Food is essential; so are clean water, sanitation, and healthcare," Guterres told the Security Council.
At UN, Iran warns Israel against further military action
Iran calls for UN action against Israel's military moves. Middle East in danger. Israel to retaliate for Tehran's attack. Iran vows strong response. Guards commander discusses nuclear doctrine. Erdan criticizes Tehran at UN.
Sales of US homes slip in March as mortgage rates still high
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reported a 4.3 percent drop in existing home sales in March, driven by elevated mortgage rates. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.88 percent as of April 11, up from the previous week. The NAR also noted that the total housing inventory registered at end-March was up from February's level, and the median price across housing types rose 4.8% from the prior year to $393,500, the highest price ever for the month of March.
British envoy says Israel is 'making a decision to act' as Iran vows to respond to any incursion
Israel has vowed to respond to Iran's unprecedented attack without saying when or how, leaving the region bracing for further escalation after months of unrest linked to the ongoing war in Gaza.
Heavy rains lash UAE and surrounding nations as the death toll in Oman flooding rises to 18
Heavy rains caused flooding in the United Arab Emirates, leading to abandoned vehicles and disruptions in Dubai, including at the Dubai International Airport. Lightning struck the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Schools closed, and government employees worked remotely. Tanker trucks were deployed to pump water off the streets.
Q4 results preview: 29 companies likely to report doubling of profit
29 companies expected to double profits in Q4FY24 across various sectors like BFSI, Auto, Healthcare. Notable companies include Adani Ports, KEC International, Birla Corporation, JK Cements, United Breweries, Gland Pharma, Quess Corp Ltd, Signature Global, NMDC.
Israel grapples with new phase in its multi-front war with Iran
For most people in Israel, Iran is the puppet master of its regional foes, starting first and foremost with Hamas, the Islamist Palestinian group that attacked it in October, killing 1,200 and abducting 250 more, threatening the country to its very core. Israel responded with an unforgiving war that is still underway. Some 33,000 Palestinians have been killed, according to Hamas, considered a terrorist organization by the US and European Union.
Annamalai's promises for Coimbatore: IIM, NIA and NCB units
BJP state president K Annamalai has pledged to establish an IIM, units of NIA and NCB in Coimbatore, promising to work for 100 assurances in 500 days. He also promised to establish Navodaya schools, address Noyyal and Kousika river issues, and introduce mobile food vans named after K Kamaraj. He also promised to upgrade the airport as an international terminal and establish a cancer treatment center.
India will get permanent UNSC seat, but it will have to work harder this time: EAM Jaishankar
The United Nations was formed around 80 years ago, five nations -- China, France, Russian Federation, the United Kingdom, and the United States -- decided among themselves to become permanent members of its security council, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said.
UnitedHealth hack takes toll on healthcare providers to the nation's poor
Technology roadblocks have prevented many community health centers from reconnecting, according to interviews with national and state-based organizations representing them, two national groups representing Medicaid directors and plans and five of the affected centres.
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