What constitutes a war crime?

Context Recently, the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague announced that it would open an investigation into possible war crimes or crimes against humanity in Ukraine. Since Russia invaded Ukraine, its…

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Munich Security Conference (MSC)

Context The latest edition of Munich Security Conference (MSC) a week ago assumed significance as it was here that Ukrainian President appealed for help ahead of Russian invasion. About Munich…

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Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS)

Context The Union Government has approved the implementation of the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) project by the Ministry of Home Affairs. About Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System-Phase II Phase II…

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SPARSH: System for Pension Administration Raksha

Context Defence Accounts Department (DAD) of Ministry of Defence has signed an MoU with CSC e-Governance Services India Limited, a special purpose vehicle (SPV) under Ministry of Electronics and Information…

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What are the Fundamental duties of Indian citizens?

Context The Supreme Court recently issued notices to the Centre and states in a writ petition seeking the enforcement of the fundamental duties of Indian citizens as enshrined in the…

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