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NCPCR chief urges UN probe into radical Bihar madrasa texts

August 18, 2024, 04:27 PM - 2 min read

The NCPCR chief pointed out that textbooks like Talimul Islam are reportedly in use within these madrasas, which label non-Islamic individuals as "kafir" (infidels).

UN team to visit Bangladesh to probe killings of protesters

UN team to visit B'desh to probe killings of protesters

August 14, 2024, 08:52 PM - 2 min read

A team of UN experts would soon visit the country to investigate [the killings], UN human rights chief Volker Turk told Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus.

“The final settlement of the dispute concerning Jammu and Kashmir is to be reached by peaceful means under the Charter of the United Nations and with full respect for human rights… The Secretary-General also recalls the 1972 agreement on bilateral relations between India and Pakistan, also known as the Shimla Agreement,” Farhan Haq, deputy spokesperson for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, has said.

Shimla Agreement key for Kashmir settlement, says UN

August 8, 2024, 03:38 PM - 2 min read

“The final settlement of the dispute concerning Jammu and Kashmir is to be reached by peaceful means under the Charter of the United Nations and with full respect for human rights… The Secretary-General also recalls the 1972 agreement on bilateral relations between India and Pakistan, also known as the Shimla Agreement,” Farhan Haq, deputy spokesperson for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, has said.

Protests In Bangladesh Turn Deadly With Many Injured, UN Urges Peace.

UN Chief Guterres calls for peace in Bangladesh protests

August 6, 2024, 03:23 PM - 2 min read

The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is closely monitoring the developments in Bangladesh and has expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of lives during the recent protests. Guterres has called for calm and restraint from all parties involved, stressing the importance of a peaceful, orderly, and democratic transition.

UN following situation in Bangladesh 'very closely'

August 6, 2024, 07:50 AM - 2 min read

UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq stated that the UN is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh 'very closely', urging calm, restraint, and respect for peaceful assembly. The UN calls on the Bangladesh government to stop targeting peaceful protesters, release those detained, restore full internet access, and foster conditions for meaningful dialogue.

Students globally do not get minimum physical edu: UN Report

Students globally do not get min physical edu: UN Report

July 28, 2024, 02:53 PM - 2 min read

“There is a need for subjects like physical education to consider future orientations and curriculum developments to ensure continued relevance and effectiveness in relation to meeting student needs and learning outcomes,” the report said.

Elon Musk Backs Carbon Tax to Curb CO2 Levels.

Musk urges CO2 tax to tackle climate change crisis

July 18, 2024, 06:09 PM - 2 min read

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has recently voiced his support for implementing a carbon dioxide tax as a crucial step in addressing the escalating climate change crisis.

India calls for Gaza ceasefire, hostage release at UN

July 18, 2024, 08:00 AM - 2 min read

India reiterated its appeal for an immediate and full ceasefire in the Gaza Strip at the United Nations and demanded the unconditional release of the hostages.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi being greeted by Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer during the signing of guest book, in Vienna, Austria, Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

PM Modi reaffirms 'No Time for War' stance in Austria

July 10, 2024, 04:38 PM - 2 min read

The discussions, which focused on global disputes including the Ukraine conflict and West Asia tensions, pointed out India's stance that "this is not the time for war."

Asteroids fly-by Earth in celebration of International Asteroid Day

Asteroids celebrate International Asteroid Day

June 30, 2024, 07:08 PM - 2 min read

The fly-by is perfectly timed to coincide with International Asteroid Day on June 30. The day, also supported by the United Nations, marks the anniversary of the largest observed asteroid strike in recorded history in 1908.

UN Human Rights Office Backs Arundhati Roy Amid Case in India.

UN requests India to drop legal cases against Roy

June 27, 2024, 07:22 PM - 2 min read

The UN Human Rights Office has expressed concern over the use of anti-terror laws in India to stifle dissent, specifically urging authorities to drop legal cases against author Arundhati Roy over her remarks on Kashmir.

During the UNSC open debate on Children and Armed Conflict, India's Deputy Representative to the UN, R Ravindra, responding to Pakistan's comments, stated, "I categorically dismiss and condemn these baseless remarks with the contempt they deserve."

India slams Pakistan’s remarks at UN over J&K

June 27, 2024, 12:42 PM - 2 min read

During the UNSC open debate on Children and Armed Conflict, India's Deputy Representative to the UN, R Ravindra, responding to Pakistan's comments, stated, "I categorically dismiss and condemn these baseless remarks with the contempt they deserve."