Racism, climate and divisions top UN agenda as leaders meet
The Hindu
Racism, the climate crisis and the world’s worsening divisions will take centre stage at the United Nations on Wednesday, a day after the U.N. chief issued a grim warning that “we are on the edge of a
Racism, the climate crisis and the world’s worsening divisions will take centre stage at the United Nations on Wednesday, a day after the U.N. chief issued a grim warning that “we are on the edge of an abyss.”
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began, more than two dozen world leaders appeared in person at the U.N. General Assembly on the opening day of their annual high-level meeting. The atmosphere was sombre, angry and dire.
China’s President Xi Jinping warned that “the world has entered a period of new turbulence and transformation.” Finland’s President Sauli Niinistö said: “We are indeed at a critical juncture.” And Costa Rica’s President Carlos Alvarado Quesada declared: “The future is raising its voice at us: Less military weaponry, more investment in peace!”
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NTK chief Seeman criticizes competitive populism and freebies at a rally, warning against northern influence in Tamil Nadu politics.
A 32-year-old man is arrested for abusive social media posts and mid-air misconduct involving Bengaluru police and Indigo Airlines.
A tragic bus-truck collision in Markapuram kills 10-12 and injures over 20, prompting a state investigation and condolences from the Chief Minister.
Telangana sets up control rooms after a deadly bus fire in Markapuram, aiding victims' families from Andhra Pradesh.
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Fuel outlets in Hyderabad remain crowded for the third day, as LPG auto drivers face ongoing shortages despite government assurances.