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New Delhi: Even as all eyes are on the raging conflict in West Asia, Indian troops, posted as peacekeepers in South Sudan have pulled off a major achievement by re-opening a vital supply route that was impacted by floods last year. The United Nations has lauded this effort by the Indian peacekeepers, emphasising the "vital role" it (the supply route) played in supporting stability and enabling assistance to vulnerable civilians. The United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) India on Thursday condemned the deadly attacks on UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon and called for the "inviolability" of the mission. New Delhi's comments followed the deaths of two Indonesian 'Blue Helmets' earlier this week that has sparked global concerns over the safety of UN peacekeepers in the conflict zone. The fatalities occurred against the backdrop of a sharp escalation in cross-border violence between the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and Hezbollah. This fol ...Read More >
New Delhi: India on Thursday condemned attacks on UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon and called for accountability, following an incident that killed three Indonesian personnel during Israeli assaults against Hezbollah positions last month. At a weekly briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "We condemn the recent attacks on UN Peacekeepers deployed in UNIFIL, and pay our homage to the fallen Blue Helmets. We urge all parties to ensure the inviolability of the UN mission and the safet ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 2 (UNI) India, the longest and largest troop-contributing country to United Nations peacekeeping missions, on Thursday stressed that the "invulnerability of UN missions" must be ensured and the safety and security of its peacekeepers must be guaranteed. Reaffirming its commitment to UN peacekeeping operations, the External Affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted the importance of protecting Indian personnel following recent attacks on United Nations Interim Fo ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): India has reiterated its commitment to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, emphasising the crucial role its troops play in maintaining global peace and security. Addressing a media briefing in the national capital, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted India's contribution to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), where approximately 600 Indian troops are currently deployed. "Our troops under the aegi ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): India has reiterated its commitment to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations, emphasising the crucial role its troops play in maintaining global peace and security. Addressing a media briefing in the national capital, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted India's contribution to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), where approximately 600 Indian troops are currently deployed. "Our troops under the aegi ...Read More >
External Affairs minister S Jaishankar and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday met Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko and discussed ways to further expand their strategic partnership against the backdrop of the West Asia crisis. The meeting comes at a time when Delhi is facing a shortage of energy supply in the wake of the US-Israel-Iran war, which has completed 30 days now. After the meeting, Jaishankar posted on X, "Good to meet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko of Russ ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: US President Donald Trump has issued a severe ultimatum to Tehran, threatening the complete destruction of Iran's energy grid and vital infrastructure if a diplomatic resolution is not reached "shortly." In a social media post on Monday, the President warned that the US military is prepared to target electric generating plants, oil wells, and the strategic Kharg Island export hub. The threat follows a month of high-intensity conflict and comes as Iran retaliates with strikes on ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described his visit to Ethiopia as "truly memorable", saying it had imparted fresh momentum to India-Ethiopia ties and strengthened a relationship rooted in shared values and a common vision for the future. In a post on X after concluding the visit, the Prime Minister reflected on his engagements in Ethiopia, which included discussions with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and an address to the Ethiopian Parl ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the key outcomes of his bilateral visit to Ethiopia, stating that these outcomes reflect a partnership between India and Ethiopia focused on growth and people-centric development. "These are significant steps forward in our longstanding and trusted partnership. From governance and peacekeeping to digital capacity and education, the focus remains on empowering our citizens," the Prime Minister said in a post on X. He further said, ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the people and the Government of Ethiopia for conferring upon him the country's highest award, 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia.' Taking to the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi said, "Grateful to the people and Government of Ethiopia as well as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali for conferring upon me the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia' last evening. To be honoured by one of the world's most ancient ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed gratitude to the people and the Government of Ethiopia for conferring upon him the country's highest award, 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia.' Taking to the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi said, "Grateful to the people and Government of Ethiopia as well as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali for conferring upon me the 'Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia' last evening. To be honoured by one of the world's ...Read More >
Union Minister Manohar Lal highlighted the UN's pivotal role in global peace and development at the 80th United Nations Day. He advocated for UN Security Council reforms and emphasized India's commitment to international cooperation through initiatives like the India-UN Development Partnership Fund, aiming to represent the Global South's interests. Union Minister Manohar Lal, overseeing Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, took center stage as the Chief Guest during the 80th anniversary celebrati ...Read More >
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar pointed out flaws in the United Nations. He stated that debates are polarized and reforms face obstruction. Jaishankar also mentioned the UN's response to terrorism exposes credibility gaps. Despite these issues, he emphasized India's strong commitment to multilateralism and supporting the UN for peace and development. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday highlighted United Nations' credibility gaps mentioning that debates are becoming increasi ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24 (PTI) India on Friday cited Pakistan's attempts to protect at the UN Security Council the terror group that claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam attack to point out that the global body's work has been "gridlocked" in absence of urgent reforms. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also criticised those equating victims and perpetrators of terrorism in the name of global strategy, in an apparent reference to hyphenation of India and Pakistan in the context of the dastardly ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said that 'all is not well' within the United Nations and that its decisions do not address global priorities. He pointed out how a UN Security Council member protected the terror group that claimed responsibility for the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Jaishankar Speaks at UN's 80th Anniversary Event While launching a postage stamp to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the United Nations in New Delhi on Friday, EAM Jaishankar recalled ...Read More >
In a significant move, India's Defence Ministry has authorized an expansive ₹79,000 crore procurement plan. This initiative marks the beginning of production for four large amphibious warships within the country's borders. The Defence Acquisition Council has also given the nod for advanced anti-tank missiles, cutting-edge high mobility vehicles, and a next-gen long-range drone. The defence ministry has given the go-ahead for procurement worth ₹79,000 crore, including four large amphibious wa ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu, on Thursday, reaffirmed India's commitment to multilateralism and the principles enshrined in the United Nations charter. Addressing the chiefs and vice-chiefs of the armies of different countries, who, along with their spouses, called on her while participating in the Army Chiefs' Conclave for United Nations Troop Contributing Countries, President Murmu described them as proud representatives of the best values and ethos of their respective nations. "You al ...Read More >
General Upendra Dwivedi also met Major General Jean Claude Niyiburana, Chief of Land Forces, Burundi National Defence Force. Source : PTI New Delhi: Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi met Ethiopia's Chief of Land Force and Military Advisor General Alemshet Degife Balcha in New Delhi on Friday, with discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in training, peacekeeping and defence capacity-building. The meeting showcased the shared commitment of India and Ethiopia towards fostering s ...Read More >
Jaishankar added that the role of peacekeepers as buffers between warring states is no longer enough. New Delhi: A new paradigm is needed for UN peacekeeping missions to effectively deal with the changing nature of conflicts and security challenges, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday. He said the peacekeepers must be prepared to protect civilians from harm, respond to humanitarian crises, and yet operate in environments where the "enemy wears no uniform and respects no ru ...Read More >
The UNTCC serves as a vital forum to address operational challenges, evolving threats, interoperability, inclusivity in decision-making and the role of technology and training in strengthening UN peacekeeping missions. After deliberations in Delhi, the UNTCC chiefs travelled to Agra, where they "witnessed an integrated new-age technology demonstration and were shown an array of new generation equipment by the Indian Army", the defence ministry said in a statement. The demonstration underscored ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) A new paradigm is needed for UN peacekeeping missions to effectively deal with the changing nature of conflicts and security challenges, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday. He said the peacekeepers must be prepared to protect civilians from harm, respond to humanitarian crises, and yet operate in environments where the "enemy wears no uniform and respects no rules". Jaishankar was speaking at a conference of chiefs of countries contributing troops t ...Read More >
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlights the urgent need for UN reforms, emphasising inclusivity, Global South representation, and the evolving role of peacekeeping at UNTCC 2025 in New Delhi. Speaking at the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar noted that the United Nations continues to reflect the realities of 1945, rather than those of 2025. The Indian army is hosting senior leaders from 32 ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reaffirmed India's readiness to take on greater responsibilities in a reformed United Nations and a renewed multilateral order, while addressing the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs' Conclave. Jaishankar outlined key principles that should guide future UN peace operations, stressing that mandates must be "realistic and clear" to ensure effective implementation. He also reiterated that "the pr ...Read More >
MARTOLI, India (AP) -- Dozens of dilapidated stone buildings are what is left of the once-thriving border village of Martoli, in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Nestled in Johar Valley and surrounded by Himalayan peaks -- the most notable being Nanda Devi, once considered the tallest mountain in the world -- this village had traded sugar, lentils, spices and cloth for salt and wool with Tibetans across the border. The nomadic occupants of several villages spent the winter months in th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave, hosted by the Indian Army in New Delhi from 14 to 16 October, continued on Wednesday with the Chiefs witnessing an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration, an official statement by the Ministry of Defence stated. The UNTCC Chiefs travelled to Agra where they witnessed an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration and were shown an array of New Generation Equipment by the Indian Arm ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave, hosted by the Indian Army in New Delhi from 14 to 16 October, continued on Wednesday with the Chiefs witnessing an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration, an official statement by the Ministry of Defence stated. The UNTCC Chiefs travelled to Agra where they witnessed an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration and were shown an array of New Generation Equipment by the Indian Ar ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 16 (ANI): The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave, hosted by the Indian Army in New Delhi from 14 to 16 October, continued on Wednesday with the Chiefs witnessing an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration, an official statement by the Ministry of Defence stated. The UNTCC Chiefs travelled to Agra where they witnessed an Integrated New Age Technology Demonstration and were shown an array of New Generation Equipment by the Indian Ar ...Read More >
Lucknow: The United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army from Oct 14 to Oct 16, continued on the second day on Wednesday with a visit to Agra.The chiefs observed an integrated new age technology demonstration by the Indian Army. The demonstration included various new-generation military equipment developed in India. It focused on the country's efforts toward self-reliance in defence and its ability to provide solutions for peacekeeping oper ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that some nations are openly violating international rules, while others aim to establish their own norms for global dominance. India advocates for reforming outdated international structures and strongly upholds the existing rules-based order, emphasizing the need for reformed multilateralism to address contemporary challenges. Some nations are "openly violating" the international rules, while many others are wanting to create their own norms and dominate ...Read More >
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