World reacts in shock, solidarity after Paris attacks
The United States and Russia both voiced their support in messages to French President Francois Hollande.
Nov 14, 2015, 07:46 AM IST
UNSC 'helpless' on enforcing its own sanctions against terrorism: India
In a scathing criticism of the Security Council's role in fighting terrorism, India has said that the UN's primary body for international security was helpless in making countries enforce its own sanctions and resolutions against terrorists.
Nov 13, 2015, 08:32 AM IST
Over 60 mn people affected by UNSC malfunctioning: India
India emphasised that the international community's work on UNSC reform cannot be seen in "isolation" as some kind of academic exercise which has no relation to the world.
Oct 31, 2015, 11:35 AM IST
UN asked to take action against Iran for recent missile test
The United States, France, Britain and Germany asked the UN Security Council to investigate and take "appropriate action" against Iran for conducting a ballistic missile test earlier this month, which they say violated UN sanctions.
Oct 22, 2015, 12:59 PM IST
Ukraine, Japan face tense diplomacy as UN Council newcomers
Voting gets under way at the General Assembly around 10:00 am (1400 GMT) with results expected later in the day.
Oct 15, 2015, 10:26 AM IST
UNSC favours doubling number of women in peacekeeping ops
The UN Security Council has favoured doubling the number of women in peacekeeping operations over the next five years as it emphasised the need for peacekeeping missions to take into account gender considerations and the rights of women.
Oct 14, 2015, 19:29 PM IST
UN council eyes vote on European Union action against migrant smugglers
The text drafted under Chapter 7 of the UN charter, which authorizes use of force, would limit the UN mandate to a period of one year.
Oct 08, 2015, 11:02 AM IST
Russia calls for 'maximally effective' terrorism fight
Russia followed its launch of airstrikes in Syria with a call on Thursday for the world to unite in the fight against terrorist groups, and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told foreign ministers of world powers that his country was circulating a draft UN Security Council resolution to help make it happen.
Oct 01, 2015, 00:26 AM IST
Russia calls for 'maximally effective' terrorism fight
Russia followed its launch of airstrikes in Syria with a call on Thursday for the world to unite in the fight against terrorist groups, and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told foreign ministers of world powers that his country was circulating a draft UN Security Council resolution to help make it happen.
Oct 01, 2015, 00:26 AM IST
Success of peacekeeping ops depends on UN's moral force: PM Modi
Pressing for UNSC reforms, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday regretted that nations contributing to peacekeeping operations have no say in decision-making as he asserted that success of such mission depends ultimately on the "moral force" of the world body.
Sep 29, 2015, 02:32 AM IST
PM Modi thanks President Obama for supporting India's UNSC bid, both leaders decide to push strategic cooperation
Climate change and cooperation in combating terrorism and boosting defence ties were high on the agenda of talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama here on Monday that saw both leaders renew the warmth of ties with hugs.
Sep 29, 2015, 00:23 AM IST
Obama lauds PM Modi's 'aggressive' commitment to clean energy
Expressing confidence on further strengthening the ties with India, US President Barack Obama on Monday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'aggressive' commitment towards the climate and clean energy.
Sep 29, 2015, 00:19 AM IST
Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif meets UN chief, raises Kashmir issue
Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Sunday raised the issue of Jammu and Kashmir in his meeting with UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and called for holding of plebiscite in the state.
Sep 27, 2015, 22:21 PM IST
PM Modi calls for UNSC reforms within fixed time frame at G4 Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday pressed for United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reform within a "fixed time frame" in the current session of the UNGA.
Sep 26, 2015, 21:14 PM IST
Had Nehru rejected the UNSC seat for India in 1955 as alleged?
Is it true that Nehru rejected a permanent seat offered to India in the UN Security Council by The US?
Sep 26, 2015, 21:02 PM IST
Had Nehru rejected the UNSC seat for India in 1955 as alleged?-Part 2
Is it true that Nehru rejected a permanent seat offered to India in the UN Security Council by The US?
Sep 26, 2015, 21:01 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi makes strong pitch for UNSC reforms, outlines India's green goals
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pressed for reforms in the UN Security Council in order to maintain its relevance and credibility as an international body and for proper representation in the core UN body so that countries can strive to reach their goals more effectively.
Sep 26, 2015, 11:07 AM IST
Bhutan supports India in its bid to be permanent UNSC member
Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has assured his country`s wholehearted support to India in its bid to be a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Sep 26, 2015, 06:33 AM IST
India doesn't deserve to be permanent member of UNSC: Pakistan
As India is going to become a permanent member of U.N, Retired Karnal Shafqat Saaed of Pakistan says that India does not have the strength and ability which one needs, to be a permanent member of U
Sep 25, 2015, 23:17 PM IST
