Washington, April 30 (IANS) China’s growing influence at the United Nations drew sharp warnings from US lawmakers on Wednesday, as they expressed concerns that Beijing is expanding its reach across the global body while Washington debates pulling back.Members of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Intelligence said China is steadily increasing its presence through staffing, funding and diplomatic outreach, raising fears about its ability to shape decisions inside the UN sys…
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Mumbai, March 28 (IANS) Addressing rising public concern amid the Iran–Israel conflict, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday issued a stern warning against those spreading misinformation regarding fuel shortages or a potential lockdown, asserting that there is no such plan in place.“There is absolutely no plan for a lockdown,” he clarified, adding that India is well prepared to handle the current global fuel situation.He told reporters, “Some elements are intentionall…
Washington, March 5 (IANS) Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and governance record, highlighting his relentless work ethic and focus on delivering to ordinary citizens, while signalling a push to deepen ties between Ottawa and New Delhi. Speaking at the Lowy Institute think-tank in Sydney, Australia, on Wednesday (local time), Carney described Modi as a unique and highly disciplined leader who maintains an intense political schedule.“…