The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) could come at a significant environmental cost, with a new United Nations report warning that the rising energy demands of AI systems may place additional pressure on global resources.
World Environment Day , observed on 5 June every year, serves as a reminder of humanity's collective responsibility to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
The report, titled "Human Rights Violations and Abuses related to the Protests of July and August 2024 in Bangladesh," was published on February 12, 2025.
A fresh diplomatic dispute has erupted between Israel and the United Nations after a report-related listing prompted sharp criticism, allegations of bias, and a decision to halt engagement.
Despite the downgrade, India is expected to remain among the world’s fastest-growing major economies.
The majority of the workers live in developing countries, specifically Small-Island Developing States and Least Developed Countries.
India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador TS Tirumurti on Tuesday hosted the event at the North lawns under the UN Building.
Tirumurti met US Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Australian Ambassador Mitch Fifield, and Japanese Ambassador Kimihiro Ishikane.
Amid the ongoing disastrous financial crisis with severe food, power and fuel shortages in Sri Lanka, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe told Parliament on Tuesday that the UN has planned to provide humanitarian assistance of around $48 million over a four-month period to the island nation's food, agriculture and health sectors.
Dujarric said on Monday responding to a Pakistan media reporter's question about what he termed the "blasphemous" statements, "We strongly encourage respect and tolerance for all religions."
