The UN also criticised the increase in the arrest of political figures, journalists, human rights defenders, protesters and others.
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UN Revises India’s GDP Growth Projection for FY’20, Brings it Down From 7.4% to 7.1%
In January, it had estimated that India would grow at 7.6 per cent in fiscal year 2019 which has now been brought down to 7.0%.
Masood Azhar Designated As Global Terrorist, Hafiz Saeed Was Similarly Designated 14 Days after 26/11
Noteworthy: JeM was already designated terror outfit and Saeed continues to roam freely inside Pakistan.
#CrisisInVenezuela: A Publicity Stunt Between Heroes and Villains?
The crisis in Venezuela has become a media show between heroes and villains orchestrated by foreign powers. What are the likely outcomes of the current state of affairs?
Release of Indian Pilot by Pakistan Would be ‘Very Much Welcomed’: United Nations
Spokesperson for the UN Secretary General Stephane Dujarric told reporters.
Electronic Waste is Recycled in Appalling Conditions in India
For as little as $4 a day Indian workers process dangerous, toxic waste by hand. This unregulated, highly polluting industry is hidden away from police eyes.
UK Asks India, Pakistan to Find Diplomatic Solutions
UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt condemned the Pulwama terror attack and expressed condolences to all those affected.
Uttar Pradesh: UN Experts Write to Modi Govt Seeking Clarity on Extrajudicial Killings
From March 2017 up to now, U.P. has seen 59 incidences of alleged extrajudicial killings, all of which took place in police custody.
UN Lauds SC Verdict On Homosexuality, Hopes It Will Boost Efforts To Eliminate Stigma
Supreme Court unanimously decriminalised part of the 158-year-old colonial law under Section 377 of the IPC.
Kofi Annan Understood The Limits Of Diplomacy, As Well As Why It’s Important Never To Give Up
Annan knew the UN system and its strengths and limitations better than anyone.
UN Chief ‘Saddened’ Over Destruction Caused By Kerala Floods
Kerala is witnessing the worst flooding in 100 years.