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India condemns use of ‘veto’ power by countries to block terrorist listings at UNSC

India said the practice is uncalled for and smacks of doublespeak to the council’s commitment in tackling the challenge of terrorism.

‘Absurd’: Elon Musk bats for India’s permanent UNSC seat, slams ‘those with excess power’ not giving up

China has been blocking reforms to allow new members in an expanded Security Council. For long, New Delhi is calling for inclusion of new members to reflect new world order.

Before JeM chief’s listing as terrorist at UNSC, Pakistan asked China one thing. No more

With telling revelations, memoir, and account of history, Ajay Bisaria's Anger Management is a study of the diplomatic engagement between India and Pakistan.

How India voted at UN General Assembly on Israel-Palestine issue over the years

This is the edited transcript of ThePrint Cut The Clutter Episode 1338, published on 30 October 2023, on how India has historically voted on the Israel-Palestine issue at UN.

‘Increase representation of female peacekeepers in UN operations,’ says India’s UN envoy Yojana Patel

During a debate on 'Women’s participation in International Peace and Security from theory to Practice', Patel called women agents of social change and cohesion.

Why Russia is pushing for UNSC resolution calling for ceasefire in Israel-Hamas conflict

Moscow has circulated draft resolution & called for UNSC to vote on it Monday. Experts say Russia's focus is on ensuring conflict doesn't impact Syria, a key regional ally.

‘India deserves to be permanent UNSC member’, says Dominica’s Foreign Minister Vince Henderson

Henderson says his country has benefited tremendously from its partnership and cooperation with India. He also applauded India's vaccines diplomacy of during Covid-19 pandemic.

India must think hard about US support on UNSC membership. It means doing what US wants

China will never want India to gain permanent membership of the UNSC with veto right. Can India convince the White House to stand up to Beijing's bullying tactics?

Need to rid UNSC sanctions regime of ‘double standards’, Doval tells BRICS counterparts

NSA Ajit Doval's remarks in Johannesburg came in backdrop of China blocking India's efforts to list Pakistani/Pakistan-based terrorists under UNSC Consolidated List.

UN Security Council holds first meeting to address risks of artificial intelligence

Britain's Foreign Secretary James Cleverly, who chaired the meeting under Britain's July presidency of the body, said AI will 'fundamentally alter every aspect of human life'.

On Camera

Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.