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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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Topic: United Nations

The world has wronged its oceans, but 2022 can be the year for redemption, says UN

Steady abuse has turned our oceans into a breathless, acerbic mess. Its high time we turned to innovative solutions

Global met. body almost certain that one year between 2022 & 2026 will be hottest on record

According to latest projections by the World Meteorological Organization, global temperatures could cross mark of 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for a brief period in next five years.

Ambedkar tried taking the caste issue to the United Nations. It had lessons for India

Ambedkar was committed to making caste an issue of international concern. He saw this as the only way to get justice for Dalits, writes Suraj Yengde.

‘Crimes by Russian troops no different from ISIS,’ says Ukraine President Zelenskyy at UNSC

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy demanded immediate action to bring the Kremlin's forces to justice for 'war crimes'.

What’s behind India’s Ukraine policy, Western hypocrisy & how nations act in self-interest

India’s abstentions at UN drew Western criticism, taunts of immorality. There are many reasons we can’t examine India’s policy in those terms. Those who do should search within.

Ukraine war and the mounting dismay towards UNSC, its power, authority, and relevance

The UNSC is the only organ of the United Nations that has the exclusive power to impose coercive measures, and mandate member states to adopt them.

Reality vs perception in Ukraine students’ rescue, and Warnie’s skills in demand in the heavens

The best cartoons of the day, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

What is veto, who can exercise it and why it’s not applicable in UN General Assembly

A veto is a negative vote and is the most significant distinction between permanent and non-permanent members in the UN Security Council.

Ukraine crisis is a litmus test for all — US, EU, UN, and also for India

After the chaotic end to the US-led war in Afghanistan, the Ukraine crisis is now proving to be the real test for countries and for multilateral bodies like the UN.

India supports legally binding UN treaty for sustainable use of biodiverse oceans, says PM Modi

Speaking at the One Ocean Summit Friday via video message, PM Modi also invited France in launching a global initiative on eliminating single-use plastic.

On Camera

Influencer is a real job. They are shaking up the internet

The reach and impact of influencers are so significant that even politicians such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi have recognised their value—the National Creators Award is proof.

Economists vs statisticians — the battle being fought over the soul of India’s GDP data

Economists say there are weaknesses in India’s GDP data. But statisticians claim the accusations are based on flawed understanding, saying while GDP has problems, the economists are looking in the wrong places.

India, Oman hold 5th annual high-level meeting to boost maritime security

Both the governments expressed their commitment to strengthening their maritime cooperation to strengthen the maritime safety and security framework in the region.

These 6 states are key for Modi’s ‘400 paar’ target. They’re also where Opposition can stop him

While this contest looks so predictable in large swathes of our political landscape, it is also more keenly contested than 2019 in some states.