The country’s nomination to the global bodies comes on the heels of domestic reforms in statistical systems after a period of internal hiccups.

India has made a major leap in the global data and statistics arena by securing nominations to two prestigious United Nations panels. These nominations will allow India to play a crucial role in shaping global standards for data science and big data use in official statistics.

Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Charge D’affaires of the Palestine Embassy in India, spoke on Tuesday about the longstanding ties India and Palestine share and expressed confidence in India’s capabilities of leading humanitarian assistance for Gaza.

Rafael Grossi, revealed that Iran possesses approximately 200 kg of uranium enriched to 60% purity, nearing weapons-grade levels. This amount of enriched uranium could potentially produce five nuclear weapons if further enriched.

The near-term outlook for South Asia is expected to remain robust, with growth projected at 5.7 per cent in 2025 and 6.0 per cent in 2026

India's growth projection for this year fell marginally from last year's 6.8 per cent last year, but it has to be seen in the context of sluggish global growth with the nation retaining its rank as the fastest-growing economy.

The United Nations (UN) human rights experts have sent a letter to the Chinese government, expressing serious concerns about ongoing human rights abuses in Tibet and East Turkestan, as reported by Tibet.

India has become a member of the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics. This committee addresses the benefits and challenges of Big Data. India will help shape global standards and practices.

Most Indians work in the informal sector with almost no social security or savings and little means of paying for high healthcare expense once they retire.

Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono, in his annual address on Jan. 10, cites lack of respect for international law and UN Charter, saying global economic architecture does not meet modern chal

India's economy is projected to grow by 6.6% in 2025, driven by robust consumption, investment, and strong export growth in services and goods. While global challenges persist, Indias focus on infrastructure and export growth fuels optimism.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirms Pakistan's support for Kashmir's self-determination, while India emphasizes Jammu and Kashmir's integral status.