Essential to induct more women in U.N. peacekeeping missions, says President Murmu

A file image of President Droupadi Murmu It is essential to induct more women in U.N. peacekeeping missions as they are better equipped to address gender-based violence, build trust and promote dialogue, President Droupadi Murmu said on Monday (February 24,…

India remains cornerstone of UN peacekeeping, its women peacekeepers indispensable: UN peacekeeping chief 

India remains a cornerstone of UN peacekeeping and its women peacekeepers have demonstrated that missions with greater female representation improve operational outcomes and contribute to lasting peace, the United Nations peacekeeping chief has said. UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre…