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SCO Summit under Kazakh Presidency to adopt document on countering terror & extremism
Get ready for the Kazakhstan-hosted SCO summit addressing terrorism and drug strategy, with initiatives like the SCO Investment Fund and participation from UN Secretary General António Guterres. The summit aims to boost regional security, economic development, and good neighborly relations, attracting partners like Saudi Arabia to uphold international law and the SCO's unique character.
Manipur: Thousands rally for 'territorial integrity'
COCOMI organised a 5-km rally in the heart of Imphal, which was attended by a couple of legislators. The participants held banners which read "Save Indigenous and Rightful Citizens of India", "No Separate Administration", "Save Territorial Integrity of Manipur" among others.
Xi Jinping lauds relevance of Panchsheel to end world conflicts, calls for consolidating Global South
Xi Jinping emphasized the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, proposed the Global Security Initiative, and unveiled initiatives to enhance cooperation with the Global South, demonstrating China's strategic vision for inclusive international relations and development.
Increasing cost of nuclear weapons; amount spent in 5 years can feed 45 million people suffering due to famines
In a report that has been released, the high cost of nuclear weapons is taking a toll on many countries. Countries are continuing to expand their nuclear arsenal and this is leading to increasing costs. There are 12,000-13,000 nuclear war heads in the world.
No additional CSF personnel being sent to Manipur, troops stationed outside returning home, state government clarifies
On Monday, protests erupted in the valley areas, mainly led by women demanding the removal of central forces, accusing them of biased actions and targeting village guards. Protestors attempted to enter the residence of Chief Minister N Biren Singh but were stopped by the police. Additional CRPF troopers were deployed in Jiribam district following the killing of a 59-year-old farmer, with tensions high between Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities.
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India a great power, needs to play bigger role as propagator of peace in world: Nobel panel dy leader
India, a great power, aims to be a propagator of peace globally. Asle Toje from the Nobel Peace Prize Committee emphasized India's future as the world's largest economy by 2050 at an event organized by Pahle India Foundation.
Manipur CM Biren Singh meets Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to discuss security concerns
Sources said that chief Ministers focused on enhancing coordination among their respective police forces to effectively counter militant activities along the border. Measures to prevent the spillover of ethnic violence from Manipur into Assam.
With Jiribam in Manipur witnessing violence, CM instructed officials to ensure peace and tranquillity is maintained in Cachar
Amit Shah chairs high-level meeting to review security in Manipur and deploy central forces to restore peace. Assam CM directs officials to ensure peace and provide aid to refugees from Jiribam, Manipur.
Iran's imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi sentenced to another year in prison
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, imprisoned in Iran, received an additional one-year sentence for activism, including urging voters to boycott elections and writing to European lawmakers about torture. The Iranian government, angered by her Nobel Prize win, has not acknowledged the sentence. Mohammadi, a prominent activist, has faced numerous arrests and protests Iran's mandatory headscarf law. Her case highlights ongoing challenges to Iran's theocratic regime.
India doesn't sign joint communique on Ukraine peace in Switzerland
India did not sign a joint communique at a Switzerland summit for peace in Ukraine, insisting on conditions for participation of all parties, including Russia, in summits for lasting peace. Other attendees included Saudi Arabia, the UAE, South Africa, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico, and Armenia. MEA secretary (West) Pavan Kapoor stated that only options acceptable to both parties can lead to abiding peace.
Mend Manipur, for India's sake
Violence persists in Manipur between Kuki-Zo-Hmars and Meiteis, leading to displacement and deaths. Lack of political intervention exacerbates the situation.
India refrains from associating itself with any communique emerging from Swiss summit on peace in Ukraine
India refrained from associating with any communique at the Ukraine peace summit hosted by Switzerland. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict.
80 countries at Swiss conference agree territorial integrity of Ukraine must be basis of any peace
Eighty countries have called for the "territorial integrity" of Ukraine to be the basis for any peace agreement to end Russia's two-year war. The joint communique capped a two-day conference at the Burgenstock resort in Switzerland, marked by the absence of Russia, which was not invited. About 100 delegations, mostly Western countries but also some key developing nations, were on hand for the conference. The final document focused on issues of nuclear safety, food security, and the exchange of prisoners.
At Swiss Peace Summit, Ukraine prez Volodymyr Zelenskyy says 'history being made'
In a brief statement to reporters alongside Swiss President Viola Amherd at the outset of the summit, Zelenskyy cast the gathering as a success, saying: "We have succeeded in bringing back to the world the idea that joint efforts can stop war and establish a just peace."
An apostle of peace
Guru Arjan Dev was not just a spiritual leader but also a prolific poet and philosopher. His more than 2,000 compositions, primarily in Hindi and Punjabi, are a testament to his deep understanding of devotional love, union with God and the importance of equality.
India may depute senior MEA Secy to attend Ukraine peace summit
India is unlikely to participate at the political level in the Ukraine peace summit on June 15-16. The country is expected to depute secretary (West) in the ministry of external affairs for the summit organized by Switzerland.
No peace in Manipur even after one year, address situation with priority: RSS chief Bhagwat
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat expressed concern over the ongoing unrest in Manipur, urging the situation to be prioritized. Speaking at an RSS event in Nagpur, he highlighted that Manipur, once peaceful a decade ago, has been in turmoil for the past year, with violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities resulting in significant casualties and displacement. Bhagwat emphasized moving past election rhetoric to address national issues and called for consensus between political sides to ensure public welfare, condemning divisive tactics and lies in politics.
The three minds
There are three types of minds: the carrying mind, universal mind, and joyful mind. The carrying mind operates within time and space, laden with our samskaras and causing anxiety and conflict. In contrast, the universal mind transcends duality, representing oneness and peace. Derived from the universal mind, the joyful mind embodies bliss and compassion. While the carrying mind is necessary for survival, striving towards the universal mind fosters inner peace and happiness. Understanding and transcending the carrying mind are essential for achieving the joyous mind.
Sandeshkhali post-poll violence: 'Worried' Bengal Guv asks Mamata to intervene
West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose expressed concern about post-poll violence in Sandeshkhali and urged Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to intervene and restore peace, particularly addressing attacks on women in the area.
Zelenskiy meets heads of state in Singapore, seeks support for security summit
Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy met with heads of state and legislators in Singapore to seek security assistance and support for a peace summit. Zelenskiy and his defence minister Rustem Umerov had talks with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who updated Zelenskiy on Washington's military assistance to Kyiv and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to maintaining strong support. Zelenskiy pledged to strengthen the strategic defense partnership between the United States and Ukraine.
The man who escaped the scam rings of Cambodia
Thousands of workers are trafficked to Southeast Asia to commit cyber fraud on their fellow citizens over social media. Ex-serviceman Botcha Sankhar, who was forced to work in the scam compounds of Cambodia for six months, unravels the modus operandi of this new and terrifying form of crime and forced labour
Mirwaiz hopes new govt in New Delhi takes realistic approach of dialogue for long lasting peace in Kashmir
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq addressed the gathering at Jama Masjid after four weeks as authorities had put him under house arrest. Following his release from over four year long house detention in September 2023, authorities have detained Mirwaiz on most of the Fridays and didn't allow him to go to Jama Masjid on different pretexts. Mirwaiz has also filed a petition in the J&K High Court challenging his frequent "informal house arrests."
India expresses deep concern over loss of lives in Rafah
India on Thursday expressed deep concern over the loss of civilian lives in the displacement camp in Rafah and called for the protection of the civilian population and respect for international humanitarian law in the ongoing conflict.
Volodymyr Zelenskiy, from ravaged Kharkiv, urges Biden and Xi to join peace summit
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appealed to U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Sunday to attend his peace summit as Ukraine struggles to stave off unrelenting attacks by Russia in its 27-month-old invasion.
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