Crimes Against Humanity: A Global Perspective and India’s Position Sub: IR Sec: Int conventions Why in News On December 4, 2024, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution approving the text of a proposed treaty on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity (CAH). This marks the commencement of negotiations […]

    India’s Treatment of Rohingya Refugees Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Why in News A recent report by The Azadi Project and Refugees International highlights severe violations of human and constitutional rights faced by Rohingya refugees detained in India. It underscores India’s failure to adhere to its international human rights obligations. Key Findings […]

    Myanmar rebels recapture headquarters after 30 years Sub: IR Sec : Places in news Context: The Karen National Union (KNU), an ethnic rebel group from Myanmar, announced that it had recaptured its former headquarters, Manerplaw, from the Myanmar military (junta) after almost 30 years. About Manerplaw: Manerplaw was a village in Kayin State, […]

    Jaishankar thanks Moldova for helping Indians during the Ukraine crisis Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: India expressed gratitude to Moldova for its support during Operation Ganga in February 2022, which helped evacuate around 20,000 Indian nationals stranded in Ukraine amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conveyed this appreciation […]

    Israel to double population in occupied Golan Heights Sub : IR Sec: Places in news Context: Israel announced plans to double its population in the occupied Golan Heights, citing ongoing security threats from Syria. About Golan Heights: The Golan Heights, or simply the Golan, is a basaltic plateau at the southwest corner of […]

    Caught in the Vortex of the Golden Triangle Sub : IR Sec: Places in news Why in News Recent reports highlight a surge in human trafficking and forced cybercrime activities in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Victims, including many from India, Pakistan, and Myanmar, are lured by […]

    ILO report asks nations to uphold freedom of association at work Sub : IR Sec: Int Org Context: The International Labour Organisation (ILO) released its Social Dialogue Report in Geneva, emphasizing the importance of upholding fundamental principles and rights at work, particularly freedom of association and the right to collective bargaining. The report […]

    Son’s illness prompts Haiti gang leader to go on a killing spree of 184 people Sub :IR Sec: Places in news Context: Close to 200 people were killed in brutal weekend violence in Haiti’s capital and largest city is Port-au-Prince. Massacre Location: Cite Soleil, a western coastal neighborhood of Haiti’s capital. Perpetrator: A […]