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Ecologist Madhav Gadgil gets the UN’s highest environmental honour, says he is a durable optimist

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 10 December 2024
Indian ecologist Madhav Gadgil has been awarded the UN's highest environmental honor, the 'Champion of Earth' award, for his lifetime contribution to environmental protection. His research, particularly on the Western Ghats, has significantly influenced policy and empowered communities, despite facing resistance in implementing his recommendations.
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J&K attack: UN chief calls Jaishankar, Pak PM; offers de-escalation support

UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the Pahalgam terror attack in calls with India and Pakistan, emphasizing accountability. Jaishankar agreed on..
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Russia BLASTS West for Refugee Crisis: ‘Double Standards’ and Callous Neglect of Dying Innocents [Video]

Russia BLASTS West for Refugee Crisis: ‘Double Standards’ and Callous Neglect of Dying Innocents

In a powerful statement at the UN, Russia's Deputy Permanent Representative, Maria Zabolotskaya, condemned Western countries for their "double standards" in addressing the global refugee crisis. Highlighting the devastating impact of the Gaza conflict, she criticized the reluctance of Western nations to provide sufficient humanitarian aid to refugees, particularly those fleeing from war-torn regions like Syria, Afghanistan, and Sudan. Zabolotskaya also pointed out the hypocrisy in Western countries voicing concern over Ukrainian refugees while ignoring the plight of those seeking asylum in Russia. She called out the EU's failure to provide adequate support to refugees, especially those crossing the Mediterranean, and the deadly consequences of this inaction. With lives at stake and no accountability, the international community must confront the moral and legal crisis unfolding before our eyes. #RefugeeCrisis #Gaza #DoubleStandards #UN #HumanitarianCrisis #RussiaUN #MariaZabolotskaya #WesternHypocrisy #Refugees #InternationalLaw #GlobalPolitics #MediterraneanCrisis #Syria #Afghanistan #UkraineRefugees #SaveTheRefugees ~PR.274~HT.408~ED.102~GR.124~

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India EXPOSES Pakistan at UN, Slams it as ‘Rogue’ State After Pak Min Admits Supporting Terrorism [Video]

India EXPOSES Pakistan at UN, Slams it as ‘Rogue’ State After Pak Min Admits Supporting Terrorism

India delivered a scathing rebuttal at the United Nations, calling Pakistan a "rogue state" after a shocking admission by Pakistan’s Interior Minister regarding the country’s support for terrorism. India’s envoy accused Islamabad of harboring terrorists and destabilizing the region, urging the global community to hold Pakistan accountable. The fiery exchange comes amid heightened tensions over cross-border attacks and Pakistan’s continued patronage of terror outfits. #PahalgamAttack #TerrorInPahalgam #KashmirTerrorAttack #TouristAttackPahalgam #PahalgamTerrorNews #IndiaPakistanTensions #PakistanExposed #UNShowdown #IndiaSlamsPakistan #PahalgamLiveUpdates #PakTerrorAdmission #RogueStatePakistan #TerrorismInKashmir #IndiaUNSpeech #CrossBorderTerror

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Morning News wrap: India slams Pak at UN over Pahalgam attack, Liberals to form minority govt in Canada & more

India has strongly condemned Pakistan at the UN, citing their admission of supporting terrorism, following the Pahalgam attack. Meanwhile, in Canada, Mark Carney..
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'Rogue state fuelling global terrorism': India blasts Pakistan at UN over Pahalgam attack

India strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN, citing Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's admission of supporting and training terrorists. Yojna Patel condemned..
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