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Pakistan set to exit UNSC as 5 new nations elected; Central Asian country makes historic debut
World | Jun 04, 2026, 11:57 PM ISTPakistan's term at the UN Security Council will end in 2026 as Kyrgyzstan makes history by securing its first-ever UNSC seat. Austria, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe have also been elected as non-permanent members for the 2027-28 term.
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'Pakistan will have to accept consequences of sponsorship to terrorism': India at UNSC
World | May 27, 2026, 09:31 AM ISTIndia delivered a powerful rebuttal against Pakistan at the UN Security Council, accusing Islamabad of persistent support for terrorism and radicalism. New Delhi rejected comments on Jammu and Kashmir made in the China-Pakistan joint statement and reasserted its territorial sovereignty.
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Two women among four candidates in race to become next UN Secretary‑General
World | Apr 07, 2026, 11:36 AM ISTCurrent UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres will finish his second term in December 2026. Guterres, a former Prime Minister of Portugal and once the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, took office in 2017.
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India joins 135 nations as UNSC to denounce Iran's 'egregious' attacks on Gulf nations
World | Mar 12, 2026, 04:32 PM ISTIndia’s position aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s condemnation of the attacks on Gulf states, which he said violated their territorial integrity and sovereignty.
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War of words at UN: 'Be polite,' says Iran; 'Not going to dignify this,' replies US
World | Mar 01, 2026, 05:50 AM ISTThe confrontation unfolded between US Ambassador Mike Waltz and Iran’s Ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani. Speaking at the meeting, Waltz defended the US operation, known as “Operation Epic Fury,” saying it was authorised by President Donald Trump.
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India slams Pakistan at UNSC over Operation Sindoor lies, says terrorism can never be 'new normal'
World | Jan 27, 2026, 09:17 AM ISTIndia issued a hard-hitting response to Pakistan at the UNSC, accusing Islamabad of misrepresenting Operation Sindoor and trying to normalise terrorism. It also highlighted Pakistan's long-standing support for cross-border terror.
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'Global epicentre of terror': India slams Pakistan at UNSC, flags Imran Khan's detention | WATCH
World | Dec 16, 2025, 07:09 AM ISTReplying at the UN, India also took a dig at Pakistan over its internal political situation and referred to former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest, which it said is a way of suppressing free democratic will.
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India calls on Pakistan to end human rights violations in PoK, reaffirms inalienable bond with J-K
India | Oct 25, 2025, 08:25 AM ISTSeveral civilians were killed after the Pakistani army opened fire on protestors in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK). The unrest erupted following the government’s failure to address the demands of the people.
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Explained: How does UN funding work and which countries contribute the most?
Explainers | Oct 24, 2025, 07:59 AM ISTAccording to the information available at the official website of the UN, the organisation is funded directly or indirectly by governments. The United States remains its largest contributor, providing 26.95 per cent of its total fundings in 2024-25.
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UN Security Council: Why India's push for a permanent seat matters? List of countries supporting
India | Oct 24, 2025, 07:42 AM ISTThe UNSC comprises 15 members — five permanent and ten non-permanent members elected for two-year terms. The five permanent members are China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
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India takes down Pakistan at UNSC: 'Sanctioned genocidal mass rape of 400,000 women by its army'
World | Oct 07, 2025, 12:27 PM ISTDuring the Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security, India’s Parvathaneni Harish stated that Pakistan carries out "systematic genocide".
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UK, Canada, Australia recognise Palestinian state: What does it mean, will it change status quo?
Explainers | Sep 22, 2025, 02:46 PM ISTBenjamin Netanyahu said the establishment of a Palestinian state will not happen after Britain and other Western allies said they were unilaterally recognising a Palestinian state in a step seen as a show of displeasure with Israel.
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UNSC report says TRF published photo of Pahalgam attack site, twice claimed responsibility
World | Jul 30, 2025, 11:14 AM ISTThe UNSC team in the report also cited assertions that the attack could not have happened without the support of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT).
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India slams Pakistan at UNSC: 'Steeped in fanaticism and terrorism, a serial borrower from IMF'
World | Jul 23, 2025, 09:18 AM ISTPermanent Representative of India to the UN in New York, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish said the Indian Sub-Continent offers a stark contrast in terms of progress, prosperity and development models.
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Pakistan assumes UNSC presidency for July with focus on multilateralism and rule of law
World | Jul 01, 2025, 05:51 PM ISTPakistan has assumed the UN Security Council presidency for July 2025, pledging to promote multilateralism, international law, and peaceful conflict resolution.
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India slams Pakistan’s 'nefarious agenda' at UNSC, calls it 'serial violator' of child rights
World | Jun 26, 2025, 01:15 PM ISTAt the UNSC debate on Children and Armed Conflict, India delivered a sharp rebuttal to Pakistan, accusing it of exploiting UN platforms to deflect from its own grave human rights violations. Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish called Pakistan a “grave violator” of the CAAC agenda, citing its own record.
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India to send team to UNSC with evidence of Pakistan's complicity with terrorism: Sources
India | May 11, 2025, 05:56 PM ISTReportedly, India is sending a team to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) with the most recent proof of Pakistan's involvement in terrorism amid tensions
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India-Pakistan tensions: UNSC begins close door consultations after UN chief's call to de-escalate
World | May 06, 2025, 03:02 AM ISTFollowing the remarks on the current situation between India and Pakistan by United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, the N Security Council commenced closed-door consultations. Earlier, Guterres voiced concern over tensions between India and Pakistan.
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UN chief condemns Pahalgam attack: 'Those responsible must be brought to justice through ...'
World | May 05, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTSaying that a military solution is no solution, Guterres offered his "good offices" to both governments in the service of peace. "The United Nations stands ready to support any initiative that promotes de-escalation, diplomacy, and a renewed commitment to peace," he said.
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Jaishankar speaks to 7 non-permanent members of UNSC on Pahalgam attack amid global diplomatic push
India | Apr 30, 2025, 08:18 AM ISTDuring the phone conversations, Jaishankar is said to have reaffirmed India's "zero tolerance" policy towards terrorism to the foreign ministers. He spoke to his counterparts from Algeria, Greece, Guyana, Panama, Slovenia, Sierra Leone and Somalia and discussed the Pahalgam attack.