India on Thursday marked the 80th anniversary of the United Nations with a call for renewed multilateralism, stronger institutional reform, and a collective global commitment to peace and equity.

The occasion was commemorated in New Delhi with the release of a special postage stamp symbolising “peace in an era of conflict”, unveiled by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

Speaking at the event, Jaishankar said the credibility of international institutions was being tested as the world confronted multiple crises—from wars and terrorism to widening economic disparities. He noted that while the United Nations remains indispensable, it “neither reflects its membership nor addresses global priorities”, emphasising that reform of its structures was long overdue.

“The UN’s response to terr

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