UN slaps sanctions on 8 linked to Islamic State and al Qaeda
The UN Security Council has voted unanimously to impose sanctions against eight individuals and businesses linked to the Islamic State extremist group and al Qaeda.
Jul 20, 2017, 22:33 PM IST
United States, Japan, South Korea seek UN condemnation of North Korea
The United States, Japan and South Korea on Friday agreed to push for a quick U.N. Security Council resolution to apply new sanctions on North Korea after its test launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) this week.
Jul 07, 2017, 22:37 PM IST
China criticizes North Korea's ballistic missile launch, warns against violating UNSC resolutions
North Korean state broadcaster KCTV said on Tuesday that the new missile, Hwasong-14, is capable of striking anywhere in the world.
Jul 04, 2017, 16:52 PM IST
China warns North Korea to stop violating UNSC resolutions
China on Tuesday criticised North Korea`s ballistic missile launch earlier during the day and warned Pyongyang to stop violating UNSC resolutions in this regard.
Jul 04, 2017, 14:36 PM IST
Donald Trump supports India's permanent membership of UNSC
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday supported India's bid for a permanent seat in a reformed UN Security Council and in other multilateral institutions like the Nuclear Suppliers Group.
Jun 27, 2017, 15:33 PM IST
Narendra Modi's visit: India, Germany look to step up economic, def cooperation
Modi and Merkel will also have a lunch meeting with business tycoons after which the PM will inaugurate the Indo-German business forum.
May 23, 2017, 16:05 PM IST
India welcomes Cyprus support for NSG bid
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed Cyprus' support to India's bid for membership of the 48-nation Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG).
Apr 29, 2017, 15:46 PM IST
Syria chemical attack toll rises to 75, US warns of 'unilateral action'
The death toll from a suspected chemical attack on a northern Syrian town rose to 75 today as activists and rescue workers found more terrified survivors hiding in shelters near the site of the assault, one of the deadliest in Syria's civil war.
Apr 06, 2017, 00:08 AM IST
Size of reformed UNSC is a choice of all, for all, by all: India
The UN Security Council's size is inextricably linked to the need for equitable geographical distribution, India has said underscoring that the size of a reformed Council is a "choice of all, for all, by all".
Apr 05, 2017, 14:15 PM IST
Veto won't deter us, says US amid China block on Masood Azhar
The US said on that countries using veto to scuttle sanctioning of terrorists will not "preclude" it from taking actions, amid continued Chinese opposition to efforts to get Pakistan-based JeM chief Masood Azhar banned by the UN.
Apr 04, 2017, 15:34 PM IST
India extends fresh offer to get entry into UN security council
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Mar 09, 2017, 11:26 AM IST
India offers to temporarily give up veto power as permanent member in expanded UNSC
India offers to temporarily give up veto power as permanent member in expanded UNSC
Mar 08, 2017, 14:44 PM IST
At UN, US envoy Nikki Haley stresses 'commitment' to European alliances
US Ambassador Nikki Haley has underlined America's "total commitment" to its European allies, echoing recent assurances by other administration figures to European leaders anxious about President Donald Trump.
Feb 22, 2017, 13:55 PM IST
New nuclear-capable missile test a success: North Korea
North Korea said on Monday it had successfully test-fired a new type of medium- to long-range ballistic missile a day earlier, claiming further advancement in a weapons programme it is pursuing in violation of United Nations resolutions.
Feb 13, 2017, 11:00 AM IST
All members of UNSC should follow rules: China on Masood Azhar's ban
China already reiterated its stand on its technical hold two days ago.
Feb 10, 2017, 18:37 PM IST
India has taken up Masood Azhar's issue with Chinese government, says MEA
India said on Tuesday that it has taken up Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar's issue with China.
Feb 07, 2017, 19:20 PM IST
United Nation seeks India's nominee for anti-terror panel
India has been asked to send the name of its nominee for inclusion in a global team to assist a United Nations committee which decides on banning terror outfits and their leaders.
Feb 05, 2017, 10:41 AM IST
Donald Trump's spokesman leaves India's UNSC bid hanging
The world views of India and the Trump administration will collide on some issues, with the Middle East being an important one.
Jan 31, 2017, 11:17 AM IST
France backs India, opposes China; wants Pakistan's Masood Azhar to be declared as international terrorist
Days after China blocked India's proposal in the UN, the world body's key member France has pitched for designating Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar as an international terrorist, saying there are "very strong arguments in favour" of such a move.
Jan 15, 2017, 21:15 PM IST
France supports India's efforts to get LeT chief Masood Azhar as global terrorist
France has very firmly condemned the terrorist attacks against India, including the recent one in Uri, and reiterated its full solidarity.
Jan 12, 2017, 14:32 PM IST
