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UNITED NATIONS: India has abstained in UN General Assembly on a resolution that demanded that Russia immediately cease its aggression against Ukraine and urgently withdraw its military and other unauthorised personnel from Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.The 193-member UN General Assembly adopted the resolution on Thursday with 99 votes in favour, nine against and 60 abstentions, including India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Egypt, Nepal, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Sri Lanka.Those voting against the resolution included Belarus, Cuba, North Korea, Russia and Syria.The resolution demanded that Russia "unconditionally withdraw all of its military forces from Ukraine within its internationally recognised borders". It also demanded that Russia immediately return the Zaporizhzhia...

As the world prepares to observe the 10th edition of the International Day of Yoga, let's understand what this year's yoga day is all about. Designating a date for the celebration of Yoga day was decided by the United Nations. "Recognizing its universal appeal, on 11 December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed 21 June as the International Day of Yoga by resolution 69/131," the UN says.International days and weeks are observed to educate the public on issues of concern, to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity, the UN says. Every year, this ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India, is celebrated with a theme. This year's theme is Yoga for self and society.What does this me...

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India abstains from UNGA’s Ukraine vote | India News – Times of India

International Yoga Day Theme: 10th International Day of Yoga announces its theme: “Yoga for self and society” | – Times of India