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International day of Non-Violence celebrated
The International Day of Non-violence is being celebrated throughout the world on October 2, 2014 the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. This Day is observed by all countries of the UN and it promotes the principles of non-violence through education and public awareness. About International day of Non-Violence A resolution was tabled in the UNGA in ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2014
Topics: Days and Events • Mahatma Gandhi • United Nations
India’s neighbours support PM Modi's call for International Yoga Day
In his address to the UNGA, Prime Minister Modi called for celebration of International Yoga Day on 21 June every year. He stated by ‘changing lifestyle’ and ‘creating consciousness’, one can deal with climate change. He claimed that the ancient practice that has been passed on through the ages is a gift of India’s tradition ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2014
Topics: Current Affairs - 2017 • Narendra Modi • Prime minister • United Nations
Key Points: PM Modi's address to UN General Assembly
PM Modi’s first speech before the UNGA has been commended by his supporters and critics alike. He touched upon various topics concerning India and the world in his address, which was delivered in Hindi. The speech which lasted a little more than thirty minutes was read from a prepared text, and some parts were extempore ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2014
Topics: India • India- Pakistan • Jammu & Kashmir • Narendra Modi • Pakistan • Prime minister • United Nations
India approves $12 mn assistance to UN to fight Ebola in Africa
India will contribute $10 mn to the UN Secretary-General’s Fund for Ebola, and an additional $2 mn is being allocated towards purchase of protective gear to tackle the virus, which has been declared a threat to international peace and security by the UNSC. The outbreak of the Ebola virus in Africa earlier this year has ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2014
Topics: Disaster Management • Ebola Outbreak • United Nations
UNSC Adopts Binding Resolution against ISIS
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2178 (2014) at a special sitting of the UNSC where most members were represented by their heads of state and the meeting itself was chaired by President Obama. The resolution was passed under Chapter VII of the UN Charter which makes it binding on all ..
Month: Current Affairs - September, 2014
Topics: Current Affairs 2014 • FTF • ISIS • Terrorism • United Nations • UNSC