Global Stories
United Nations Day: Major Issues and Challenges of UN
October 24th is observed as the United Nations Day every year, across the globe. The day is meant to commemorate the foundation of the...
UN forum calls for enhanced role of cities in national climate action, localizing the SDGs
The urban population in Asia and the Pacific is expected to increase by one billion more residents in cities and towns by 2050, bringing...
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: India’s Progress in Poverty Reduction
October 17th is observed as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty every year across the globe. The day is aimed at raising...
Earth’s Orbit: A junkyard with a billion-dollar view?
Imagine a breathtaking beach brimming with life, its turquoise seas gleaming in the sun. Visualize the same view turned into a wasteland of plastic...
Top 10 CSR projects leaving an impact in India and the world
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) helps gain customer trust, raise awareness, and encourage social change. Corporate Social Responsibility helps not just beneficiary communities and the...
World far off on environment, health and hunger goals: UN report
According to a United Nations report, the world far off from achieving most of the sustainable development goals set in 2015, such as tackling...
Why Have More Than 35 Million People Shared “All Eyes on Rafah” on Social Media?
“All Eyes on Rafah” is one of the biggest social media trends the world has seen. But it is not a mere trend, it...
How Did The Columbia University Student Protest Go Global?
Student Protestors Demand Action Against Gaza Conflict and University Divestment from Israel.
In mid-April, students at Columbia University in the United States initiated a series...
UAE’s 5-Year Multi-Entry Tourist Visa: A Boon for Indian Travelers
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a 5-year multi-entry tourist visa, garnering significant interest among the Indian population. With over 3.8 million Indians...
Melinda Gates steps down as Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Melinda French Gates has announced resignation from her role as Co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation - one of the most influential...
India’s Sustainable Lifestyles Resolution Adopted by UN Environment Assembly
In a significant milestone for global environmental governance, the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) convened its sixth session in Nairobi, Kenya, where India's groundbreaking...
UN population and development review in Asia and the Pacific urges focus on individual rights and choices
Delegates from across Asia and the Pacific underscored the significance of population and development in a region home to more than 60 per cent...