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Antonio Guterres's statement came ahead of the UN General Assembly session where Pakistan has said that it would raise the issue of Kashmir. The country is rattled by the Indian government's move to abrogate Article 370 of the constitution that accorded special status to Jammu and Kashmir. (Photo: ANI)

Dialogue between India, Pak 'absolutely essential element' to resolve dispute: UN Chief Guterres

‘I go on with a clear opinion that human rights must be fully respected in the territory,’ United Nations Chief Antonio Guterres added.

19 Sep 2019 2:44 PM

'Please save your praise. We don’t want it,' Thunberg told the Senate Climate Change Task Force. (Photo: AFP)

'Save your praise, take action on climate change': Greta Thunberg

The 16-year-old has inspired millions of students and others to join her weekly strikes to demand action to fight climate change.

18 Sep 2019 3:45 PM

The women officers were honoured by the UN for upholding the UN mandate of protection of civilians in conflict-ridden South Sudan. (Photo: Twitter | All India Radio)

5 Indian women police officers honoured by UN for contribution in South Sudan

The women officers are engaged in community policing, administrative, operational duties and capacity building of local authorities.

13 Sep 2019 3:02 PM

Foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi outlined Pakistan’s strong position while speaking at the UNHRC session in Geneva against the backdrop of tensions with India over the revocation of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status on August 5. (Photo: AP)

‘Not so easy’ for Pakistan to find rally support for Kashmir appeal at Geneva

India has clearly described administration of J&K an internal matter, said Pakistan has no locus standi in it.

10 Sep 2019 6:29 PM

The Indian delegation is expected to make the statement some hours later and will have the 'right to reply'. (Photo: File)

India, Pakistan expected to debate on Kashmir issue at UNHRC today

Pak's foreign minister would make statement around noon (3.30 pm IST) that is expected to focus on the Kashmir issue.

10 Sep 2019 8:25 AM

While Pakistan is set to move a resolution on Kashmir, India is prepared for a counter offensive. (Photo: File)

State of minorities, human rights in PoK will be India's counter to Pak at UN

The Ministry of External Affairs has engaged with all 47 members of the UNHRC, including China.

09 Sep 2019 10:59 AM

JeM chief Masood Azhar released from custody: report

In May 2019, UN designated Azhar as a terrorist after China lifted its hold on proposal by the US, the UK, and France to list him.

09 Sep 2019 9:22 AM

Chaotic conditions around the islands were interfering with flights and boats, hampering relief efforts. (Photo: AP)

Hurricane Dorian’s toll to soar as teams search for bodies

Some locals called the government’s initial official death toll a tragic underestimate.

07 Sep 2019 9:52 AM

Prime Minister Khan in his message on Pakistan's Defence and Martyrs Day said his government has launched a proactive diplomatic campaign in the world capitals and at the United Nations to apprise the world community about Kashmir after India revoked Jammu and Kashmir's special status on August 5. (Photo: File)

Kashmir Pak's 'jugular vein', India's decision challenges our security: Imran Khan

President Alvi said Pakistan will continue to support the people of Kashmir and will raise the issue at all levels and platforms.

06 Sep 2019 3:10 PM

The United Nations said 70,000 people in the Bahamas were in 'immediate need' of aid. (Photo: AP)

Hurricane Dorian leaves 30 dead in Bahamas: Prime Minister Minnis

Authorities had previously reported 20 dead, but have warned that the final figure is sure to be far higher.

06 Sep 2019 9:22 AM

It is no longer a question of whether the Taliban will be eliminated, but which portions of the country they will control and which sort of government they will tolerate at the centre. (Photo: AFP / File)

Decade’s two major conflicts will end in step back to the past

The larger message of these conflicts and the condition in which they will leave the populations in Syria and Afghanistan is a grim one.

29 Aug 2019 12:05 AM

'Superpowers of the world have a huge responsibility, whether they support us or not Pakistan will go to every extent,' Imran Khan said. (Photo: ANI)

Kashmir: ‘If conflict moves to war...’ Imran reminds superpowers of ‘huge responsibility'

'I will speak at the UN General Assembly on September 27 and highlight the Kashmir issue on world stage,' Khan said.

26 Aug 2019 7:19 PM

Modi met Guterres on the sidelines of the G-7 Summit being held in this picturesque southwestern seaside French town. (Photo: Narendra Modi | Twitter)

G7 Summit: Modi holds 'fruitful discussions' with UN chief Antonio Guterres

Their meeting came against backdrop of Indian govt revoking the special status to J&K and bifurcating state into two Union Territories.

26 Aug 2019 9:15 AM

On Thursday, a clutch of Opposition parties gathered in response to a call by the DMK to voice their protest on the current situation in Kashmir. (Photo: AP)

Rights and Kashmiris

Notwithstanding this, the comments of UNHCHR on the current situation in the Valley appear far from outlandish.

24 Aug 2019 3:51 AM

Naveed Walter, President of Human Rights Focus Pakistan, apprised the United Nations about the 'biased behaviour' of Chinese and Pakistani regimes against minorities in their respective countries. (Photo: ANI)

US, UK, Canada slam China, Pak for persecuting minorities

China and Pakistan have been condemned internationally for cracking down on the minorities living in their countries.

23 Aug 2019 10:44 AM

Reacting to India’s decision, Pakistan expelled the Indian high commissioner soon after deciding to downgrade diplomatic ties with New Delhi.

India to Pak after UNSC’s J&K meet: Stop terror to start talks

Briefing the media following the conclusion of the informal meeting requested by China and Pakistan.

17 Aug 2019 6:49 AM

Pakistan formally called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council to discuss India revoking the special status to Jammu and Kashmir, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi recently said. (Photo: File)

Pakistan’s close ally China asks for ‘closed consultations’ on Kashmir at UNSC

The UN diplomat said that a request for such a meeting was submitted very recently, but no date has yet been scheduled for it.

15 Aug 2019 11:41 AM

Tensions between India and Pakistan rose further last week after India revoked Article 370 to withdraw the special status to Jammu and Kashmir and also bifurcated the region into two Union Territories — Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. (Photo: File)

India shouldn't mistake restraint for weakness: Pak writes to UNSC for meet over J&K

China told Pak that both countries were ‘friendly neighbours’, wants them to resolve issue through UN resolutions, Shimla Agreement.

14 Aug 2019 4:21 PM

Qureshi's comment came a day after Russia becomes the first P-5 member to support India over the abrogation of Article 370. (Photo: File)

UNSC not 'waiting with garlands' for you: Shah Mehmood Qureshi tell Pakistanis

'Any members out of the P-5 nations can be a hurdle... Do not live in the fool paradise,' said Qureshi.

13 Aug 2019 8:56 AM

The diplomat composed herself and chided him for the manner in which he put forth the questions. She further said that she would not respond to his questions. (Photo: ANI)

'You don't deserve to represent us': Pakistani accuses Maleeha Lodhi of corruption

In a video, Lodhi was seen evading questions raised by the Pakistani national during a UN event here.

13 Aug 2019 8:35 AM

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