Indian Army deploys largest-ever contingent of women peacekeepers at UN mission, PM Narendra Modi 'proud' of Nari Shakti
The team will provide relief and assistance to women and children in one of the highly operational and challenging terrain conditions under the UN flag.
Jan 06, 2023, 19:04 PM IST
At UNGA, India discusses terrorism, climate change; Pakistan rakes up Kashmir
PM Modi urged the international community to unite in the fight against terrorism and talked about the steps being taken by India to fight climate change.
Sep 27, 2019, 23:22 PM IST
India sacrificed the most for UN's peacekeeping missions: PM Narendra Modi at UNGA
More than 200,000 Indians have served in nearly 50 of the 71 UN peacekeeping missions established around the world since 1948.In 2007, India became the first country to deploy an all-women contingent to a UN peacekeeping mission.
Sep 27, 2019, 21:44 PM IST
India contributes $300K to UN programme to train commanders
India's contribution will be used with "a specific focus on issues of conduct and discipline,"
Oct 27, 2018, 08:13 AM IST
53 years later, Australia leaves Cyprus peacekeeping force
Three Australians were killed in the line of duty in what was the country's first policing contribution to a peacekeeping mission.
Jun 17, 2017, 16:42 PM IST
UN to honour four Indian peacekeepers, civilians posthumously
Four Indian peacekeepers and a civilian, who laid down their lives while serving in the UN peacekeeping operations last year, will be honoured along with other 124 personnel with a prestigious UN medal awarded posthumously for their courage and sacrifice.
May 15, 2016, 12:05 PM IST
Indian Army most admired, respected institution: Dalbir Singh
Army chief General Dalbir Singh on Saturday said the force was the "most admired and respected institution" in the country and it was even being recognised by the international community.
Mar 12, 2016, 12:23 PM IST
US resolution on sex abuse triggers debate in Security Council
The UN Security Council convened a meeting on sexual abuse by peacekeepers where a draft resolution, pushed by the US for strong action against perpetrators of such misconduct, has triggered debate among several council members.
Mar 11, 2016, 13:23 PM IST
Focus on peace-building to protect civilians in armed conflicts: India to UN
India`s newly appointed Permanent Representative Syed Akbaruddin said this on Tuesday in his first address to the Security Council.
Jan 20, 2016, 11:46 AM IST
India dismayed at lack of transparency in UN peace operations
India has expressed its strong dismay at the lack of accountability and transparency in the framing of peacekeeping mandates by the UN Security Council, saying this "failing" by the world body is resulting in rising casualties among peacekeepers and civilians.
Oct 13, 2015, 09:29 AM IST
PM Modi concerned over no say to countries providing troops
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that India will contribute an additional battalion of 850 troops for UN peacekeeping operations, but also raised concern that troop contributing countries have no role in decision-making.
Sep 29, 2015, 05:31 AM IST
