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Addressing the UN, Modi said that the 21st-century India was making an effort not just for itself but for the world whether it was in the fight against global warming, peacekeeping missions, or alleviating millions of people from poverty. (Photo: PTI)

PM Modi in UNGA address positions India as a world leader

While ending the speech, Modi urged the world to stick together especially in weathering the modern day storms.

28 Sept 2019 9:47 AM IST

US President Donald Trumps special representative for Ukraine, Kurt Volker, resigned on Friday, sources familiar with the situation said. (Photo: AFP)

Amid probe, Trump's envoy to Ukraine Kurt Volker resigns: sources

Volker had served in the position on a part-time, unpaid basis since 2017.

28 Sept 2019 9:43 AM IST

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg attended the Friday For Future rally in Berlin, Germany. (Photo: AP)

Greta Thunberg: Grown-ups mock children because world view threatened

The youth climate movement has drawn criticism from some who accuse students of overreacting and say they would be...

28 Sept 2019 9:29 AM IST

Gabbard had added that India was one of Americas closest allies in Asia and is a country of growing importance in a critical region of the world. (Photo: ANI)

Democrat leader Tulsi Gabbard meets PM Modi in New York

The meeting comes a week after the Democratic Party member apologised for not able to attend Howdy, Modiâ€ event.

28 Sept 2019 9:21 AM IST

Khan, who is currently on a week-long visit to the US, delivered his maiden address to the United Nations General Assembly and touched upon several issues, including climate change, money laundering and Islamophobia. (Photo: AP)

Islamophobia creating divisions, hijab becoming a 'weapon': Pak PM...

Khan said Since 9/11 attacks Islamophobia had grown at an 'alarming' pace.

28 Sept 2019 9:02 AM IST

Modi said India was honoured to host a special event marking the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. (Photo: Twitter)

PM concludes US visit, thanks Americans for exceptional hospitality

At UNGA PM Modi shared his thoughts on how India will keep working towards making our planet more peaceful, prosperous...

28 Sept 2019 8:05 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday. (Photo: AP)

PM Modi talks peace, Imran Khan warns of war

Imperative that world unites against terror: PM; Imran highlights Kashmir.

28 Sept 2019 1:58 AM IST

he World Health Organisation (WHO) describes antibiotics as medicines used to prevent and treat bacterial infections.

UK medical drug supply still uncertain in a no-deal Brexit

Of the more than 12,300 medicines licensed in the UK, about 7,000 arrive from or via the EU, mostly across the Channel.

27 Sept 2019 8:49 PM IST

The spacecraft was the last to blast off from the launch pad where Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin went off into space onboard the Vostok 1, becoming the first man in space in 1961. (Photo: Twitter | @astro_hazzaa)

Dubai celebrates first Arab to reach ISS, Burj Khalifa lights up

Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest skyscraper, lit up the moment of blast-off.

27 Sept 2019 8:41 PM IST

The Kashmiri Pandits also made their presence felt at the mega Howdy Modi! event, by holding up posters praising the PM for the abrogation of Article 370 and wearing saffron shirts. (Photo: ANI)

Kashmiri Pandits, Balochs, Mohajirs gather outside UNHQ to support...

Ethnic communities, who face human rights atrocities under Pak govt and ISI, urged him to highlight their plight on...

27 Sept 2019 8:14 PM IST

'Harmony and peace is our message, not dissension ': PM Narendra Modi...

'I am delighted to inform you that we are running a big campaign in India to free the country of single use plastic,' he...

27 Sept 2019 7:56 PM IST

According to cabin crew on flight MF 8215, the incident took place on 23 September towards the end of boarding procedure. (Photo: Twitter)

Watch: Plane passenger opens emergency door for some 'fresh air'

The woman will likely be fined for her actions, as opening the emergency exit on a plane is classified as disturbing...

27 Sept 2019 5:04 PM IST