UN PEACEKEEPING MINISTERIAL
India makes significant pledges at UN peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin
India, a major troop contributor to UN peacekeeping, pledged significant resources at the UN peacekeeping ministerial meeting in Berlin. These pledges include a Quick Reaction Force company, a women-led Formed Police Unit, and specialized units for counter-IED and explosive ordnance disposal.
India remains cornerstone of UN peacekeeping, its women peacekeepers indispensable: UN peacekeeping chief
India remains a cornerstone in UN peacekeeping with significant contributions from its female peacekeepers, as stated by Jean-Pierre Lacroix, UN Peacekeeping Chief. Their leadership and inclusion have advanced gender parity and strengthened community trust, thus improving operational outcomes and contributing to lasting peace.
G7 defence summit convenes during 'historic moment'
G7 defence ministers convened in Naples to discuss escalating conflicts in the Middle East and the war in Ukraine. The meeting covers topics like African security, the situation in the Asia-Pacific, and future NATO strategies. The summit takes place amidst recent developments like Israel's actions in Gaza and Zelensky's proposed 'victory plan'.
India vs China: Watch as Indian troops triumph in Sudan UN Peacekeeping tug of war
Indian and Chinese troops recently engaged in a friendly "Tug of War" during their deployment in Sudan as part of a United Nations Peacekeeping mission. The Indian team emerged victorious, drawing cheers from their supporters. This event highlights the camaraderie and spirit of international cooperation among UN peacekeepers. The UN peacekeeping efforts are commemorated annually on May 29, honoring the sacrifices and dedication of personnel worldwide, with India being a significant contributor.
Signature events on terror & multilateral reforms to be highlight of India’s UNSC Presidency
Countering terrorism and reformed multilateralism will be among the key priorities for India during its UNSC presidency, which will culminate in the completion of its two-year tenure as non-permanent member of the 15-nation body, said people aware of the matter.
EAM S Jaishankar, Piyush Goyal to visit America in September
Jaishankar would primarily travel to New York to attend and address the annual General Assembly session of the United Nations. On its sidelines, he will be holding a series of bilateral meetings, the details of which are still being worked out.
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US reaffirms its continued support for India's permanent membership in reformed UNSC, NSG
The US also praised India for its significant contributions as a member of the 15-membered apex decision making body of the UN.
India's 2nd yr at UNSC to be period of consolidation; will end on high note: Ambassador Tirumurti
Tirumurti, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, told PTI that during the first year of its two-year United Nations Security Council tenure, India has taken a “firm but constructive” stand on a range of issues, including Afghanistan and Myanmar.
Have high hopes from nations like India for concrete contributions in Seoul peacekeeping meet: Top UN official Atul Khare
Under-Secretary-General for Operational Support Atul Khare said he hopes to see Member States make concrete pledges related to technology and medical capacity, two key themes of the Ministerial, which will have a significant positive impact in improving the safety and security of UN peacekeepers.
'Strongly' believe there is great potential for more cooperation with India: UN peacekeeping chief
The United Nations peacekeeping chief has said he "strongly" believes that there is a "great potential" for more cooperation with India on peacekeeping, highlighting that New Delhi has the capacity and technologies to help the Blue Helmets deployed in missions across the world.
UN peacekeepers face greater threats from complex conflicts
United Nations, Nov 21 The more than 87,000 personnel in UN peacekeeping missions are confronting greater threats today because conflicts have become more complex and are driven by an increasing number of factors ranging from ethnic tensions and the impact of organized crime to illegal exploitation of resources and terrorism, the UN peacekeeping chief said Friday.
India's month-long Presidency of powerful UNSC ends with 'substantive' outcomes on key global issues
The Presidency ended with the first resolution being adopted by the Council on the situation in Afghanistan following the takeover of Kabul by the Taliban on the penultimate day of India's Presidency of the Security Council for the month of August.
India ensured concerns of all 15 UNSC members taken on board on outcome documents from signature Presidency events : Ambassador Tirumurti
The country held three signature events during its Presidency on the topics of maritime security, peacekeeping and counter-terrorism, with “significant outcome documents” emerging out of each of the three events.
Return of terror camps in Afghanistan will have direct impact on India: Envoy to UN
"The situation in Afghanistan is of deep concern to all members of the Security Council and we have seen that in recent days, the violence is only increasing," Tirumurti said at a briefing UN Headquarters on Monday.
India to call for efforts to control terror finances during UNSC’s August presidency
India would be organising a briefing at ministerial level during August presidency on ‘Threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts’ to draw attention of the council members on the need for controlling finances to fight global terrorism, official sources told ET.
India and South Korea agree to go for joint production, export of military hardware
The sources said issues regarding multilateral and regional cooperation in the emerging regional security scenario were also discussed between Singh and Wook. It is learnt that China's military assertiveness in the region figured in the talks.
Sushma Swaraj to address UN General Assembly session on September 29
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not likely to attend this year's UNGA session. He had given his maiden address to the UN General Assembly as Prime Minister in 2014.
India, Africa cannot be excluded from UN Security Council: Sushma Swaraj
She said the 70th session of the UN General Assembly was an opportune moment to achieve concrete results on this long pending issue.
India pitches for counter-terror cooperation with Africa
"In view of the fast growing linkages of such terrorist groups across the globe, we must step up our cooperation through intelligence exchange, training and other measures to counter this menace.
India, US ramp up strategic ties with eye on China and heat on Pakistan
"Any fear or apprehension that this dialogue was aimed towards China ... that is mistaken," Swaraj protested to a questioner who raised the China angle.
UN Chief Ban Ki-Moon welcomes pledge by India, others on peacekeeping missions
At the ministerial meeting in Lindon yesterday, India underscored its commitment to UN peacekeeping operations and to providing troops for the missions
India-Africa Summit to help make strides in existing strong relations: France K Morule
"The Cooperation Framework that will be finalised during the Summit will focus on, amongst other areas, economic cooperation and trade linkages"
PM Narendra Modi leaves for home after concluding US, Ireland visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for home after concluding his two-nation tour of Ireland and the US.
PM Narendra Modi departs for Ireland, US
"Working westward. PM @narendramodi departs on a 2 nation, 3 city visit to Ireland & the US, will address the @UN," tweeted external affairs ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup.
PM Narendra Modi to embark on visit to Ireland, US tomorrow
PM Modi will embark tomorrow on a two-nation tour of Ireland and USA amid his confidence that his visit will help further deepen ties with these two countries.
PM Narendra Modi confident about deepening bond with US during upcoming trip
Modi said he was going to USA at a "historic moment" when the United Nations is celebrating its 70th anniversary.
Pakistan says 'unfortunate' it is an election issue in India
Pakistan today said it was "unfortunate" that it is an election issue in India, a day after BJP's prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi raised the issue of cross-border terrorism.
Salman Khurshid meets William Hague to discuss bilateral matters
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid today met his British counterpart William Hague and discussed a wide range of bilateral matters.
Salman Khurshid holds bilateral talks with William Hague
The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations between India and the UK and discussed current regional issues in South Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
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