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Thursday, October 2, 2025
TopicUnited Nations

Topic: United Nations

Why India is home to millions of refugees but doesn’t have a policy for them

Most South Asian countries do not have a national, regional or international policy for the protection of refugees, without officially disclosing why.

Mamata challenges Modi govt to conduct UN-monitored referendum over CAA-NRC

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee said the BJP government will have to quit if it fails such a "mass vote" over the amended Citizenship Act and the proposed nationwide NRC.

UN investigators unable to verify claims over Iran’s role in Saudi Aramco attack

The attack on Saudi Aramco facilities in September had raised questions about the Gulf nation's role as an anchor of stability in global energy markets.

India climbs one spot in human development rankings but ranks low on gender parity index

Report released by United Nations notes that India has lost over 26 per cent of its human development index score due to various inequalities.

COP25, UN ‘s climate change conclave, kick-starts year-long effort to ‘save the world’

For the next two weeks, several stakeholders will hold discussions about the path forward in combating climate change.   

Top polluter China in focus as UN climate talks begin in Madrid

As climate warnings become more severe, the focus is shifting from creating more green power toward stopping emissions, putting a harsher spotlight on China.

India reiterates its ‘strong support’ for Palestine, urges dialogue with Israel

Ahead of International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People, PM Modi says India stands with efforts to form a state that peacefully co-exists with Israel.

Indian diaspora is 17.5 million strong, the highest from a single country: UN report

Global Migration Report 2020 says total number of migrants in the world is estimated at 270 million. The US is the top destination, with 51 million.

United Nations must give ‘blue passports’ to Syrian refugees

Having a basic form of ID would allow many refugees to travel to havens and escape human traffickers, to open bank accounts, apply for visas and find employment.

Iran will upgrade its weapons when UN embargo expires, warns Pentagon

The US is pushing the international community to keep Iran from purchasing advanced weapons, arguing it will add to instability in the region.

On Camera

Why Modi’s supporters fear ‘proud Hindu’ MK Gandhi and venerate his murderer Godse

Every Gandhi Jayanti, we witness a contradiction in Hindutva position — PM Modi hails ‘beloved Bapu’ while his supporters attack and abuse him.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.