US strikes in Caribbean and Pacific breach international law, says UN rights chief
More than 60 people have reportedly been killed in the continuing series of attacks since early September “in…
Law
UN rights chief denounces ‘glorification of violence’ and attack on rule of law
“No one is safe when human rights are under attack,” Mr. Türk told the Human Rights Council, warning…
World News in Brief: Shipwreck off Italy kills at least 27, anniversary of Taliban takeover, Peru amnesty law
UNHCR is supporting at least 60 survivors who have been brought ashore, but the Italian coast guard warned…
World News in Brief: South Sudan urged to avoid slide to war, Türk calls on EU not to weaken landmark law, Ukraine and Mali updates
The Quartet is calling on the country’s leaders to end hostilities and return to dialogue to fully implement…
‘Season of war,’ as norms of humanitarian law ‘cast aside’ UN refugee chief
Speaking in the UN Security Council, Filippo Grandi said in conflicts across the world in places like Sudan,…
Appointment of Lokpal
The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 came into force w.e.f. 16.01.2014. The Government initiated the process for appointment…