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Saudi Minister Cites India's Efforts In Fighting Land Degradation, Drought
As Saudi capital Riyadh gets ready to host the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), Dr Osama Faqeeha, Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, has praised India's efforts.
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'Terror Consensus A Long-Pending Matter At UN': What PM Modi Said At BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the need for unified action against terrorism at the 16th BRICS Summit. He stressed that combating terrorism requires "single-minded" focus and "firm-support" of all nations.
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Who Is Rakesh Bhatt, Hindu Priest Who Led Vedic Prayers At Democrat Event
A Hindu priest opened the third day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with a traditional Vedic prayer, seeking blessings for a united country.
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Pro-Palestine Democrats Welcome Biden's Exit But Side-Eye Kamala Harris
Though there are only a handful of them among thousands of delegates, the "Uncommitted Movement" delegates at the Democratic National Convention are among the most vocal. They plan to voice their discontent with the war in Gaza at the convention.
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Joe Biden Goes From Star To Sideshow At Democratic Convention
A few short weeks ago, Joe Biden was set to headline the Democratic National Convention -- but after a brutal political comedown, he's now the warm-up act for Kamala Harris.
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Siddhesh Sakore, Farmer From Maharashtra, Named Land Hero By UN Agency
Siddhesh Sakore, a farmer and the founder of AGRO RANGERS, from Maharashtra, has been named Land Hero by the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).
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Sand And Dust Storms With Life Threatening Effects Increasing, Warns UN
The UN warned Wednesday that the number of sand and dust storms are increasing "dramatically" with Central Asia most hit by the dangerous phenomena.
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India's Greenhouse Emissions Rate Dropped By 33% Over 14 Years: Report
India's greenhouse emissions rate dropped by a faster-than-expected 33% in 14 years as renewable energy generation rose and forest cover increased, according to two officials privy to latest assessment made for submission to the United Nations.
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Turkey Pulls Out Of Hosting Key UN Talks After Earthquakes Hit Country
Turkey has said it cannot host a major UN biodiversity meeting in 2024 as it reels from a series of devastating earthquakes this year, according to the UN body that oversees the talks.
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UK's Illegal Migration Bill Contradicts International Law: UN
Britain's Illegal Migration Bill, aimed at stopping thousands of migrants arriving in the country, is at odds with London's obligations under international law, the United Nations said Tuesday.
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At COP27, India Submits Its Strategy To Achieve Net-Zero Target By 2070
India on Monday submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) its long-term plan to achieve the net-zero target by 2070, emphasising climate justice, sustainable lifestyles and equity.
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High Court Seeks Centre's Stand On Plea To Implement India's Climate Change Promises
Delhi High Court sought the Centre's stand on public interest litigation seeking the constitution of an expert committee for the realisation of the promises made by India at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2021.
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India Backs Ban Of Biological Weapons At UN Security Council
India at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) advocated the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC) saying that it is important to ensure its implementation in letter and spirit.
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World Wetlands Day 2022: How Wetlands Help Minimise Impact Of Climate Change
2022 is significant as the World Wetlands Day will be observed as a United Nations international day for the first time
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South China Sea Code Of Conduct Shouldn't Prejudice 3rd Party Interests: India
India asserted at an East Asia Summit meeting that the code of conduct being negotiated for the region should not prejudice the legitimate interests of third parties and be fully consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
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Saudi Minister Cites India's Efforts In Fighting Land Degradation, Drought
As Saudi capital Riyadh gets ready to host the Conference of the Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), Dr Osama Faqeeha, Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, has praised India's efforts.
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'Terror Consensus A Long-Pending Matter At UN': What PM Modi Said At BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the need for unified action against terrorism at the 16th BRICS Summit. He stressed that combating terrorism requires "single-minded" focus and "firm-support" of all nations.
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Who Is Rakesh Bhatt, Hindu Priest Who Led Vedic Prayers At Democrat Event
A Hindu priest opened the third day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with a traditional Vedic prayer, seeking blessings for a united country.
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Pro-Palestine Democrats Welcome Biden's Exit But Side-Eye Kamala Harris
Though there are only a handful of them among thousands of delegates, the "Uncommitted Movement" delegates at the Democratic National Convention are among the most vocal. They plan to voice their discontent with the war in Gaza at the convention.
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Joe Biden Goes From Star To Sideshow At Democratic Convention
A few short weeks ago, Joe Biden was set to headline the Democratic National Convention -- but after a brutal political comedown, he's now the warm-up act for Kamala Harris.
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Siddhesh Sakore, Farmer From Maharashtra, Named Land Hero By UN Agency
Siddhesh Sakore, a farmer and the founder of AGRO RANGERS, from Maharashtra, has been named Land Hero by the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD).
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Sand And Dust Storms With Life Threatening Effects Increasing, Warns UN
The UN warned Wednesday that the number of sand and dust storms are increasing "dramatically" with Central Asia most hit by the dangerous phenomena.
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India's Greenhouse Emissions Rate Dropped By 33% Over 14 Years: Report
India's greenhouse emissions rate dropped by a faster-than-expected 33% in 14 years as renewable energy generation rose and forest cover increased, according to two officials privy to latest assessment made for submission to the United Nations.
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Turkey Pulls Out Of Hosting Key UN Talks After Earthquakes Hit Country
Turkey has said it cannot host a major UN biodiversity meeting in 2024 as it reels from a series of devastating earthquakes this year, according to the UN body that oversees the talks.
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UK's Illegal Migration Bill Contradicts International Law: UN
Britain's Illegal Migration Bill, aimed at stopping thousands of migrants arriving in the country, is at odds with London's obligations under international law, the United Nations said Tuesday.
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At COP27, India Submits Its Strategy To Achieve Net-Zero Target By 2070
India on Monday submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) its long-term plan to achieve the net-zero target by 2070, emphasising climate justice, sustainable lifestyles and equity.
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High Court Seeks Centre's Stand On Plea To Implement India's Climate Change Promises
Delhi High Court sought the Centre's stand on public interest litigation seeking the constitution of an expert committee for the realisation of the promises made by India at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2021.
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India Backs Ban Of Biological Weapons At UN Security Council
India at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) advocated the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC) saying that it is important to ensure its implementation in letter and spirit.
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World Wetlands Day 2022: How Wetlands Help Minimise Impact Of Climate Change
2022 is significant as the World Wetlands Day will be observed as a United Nations international day for the first time
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South China Sea Code Of Conduct Shouldn't Prejudice 3rd Party Interests: India
India asserted at an East Asia Summit meeting that the code of conduct being negotiated for the region should not prejudice the legitimate interests of third parties and be fully consistent with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
