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Harmonising human rights with maritime law enforcement
Maritime Security Aug 31, 2016

Harmonising human rights with maritime law enforcement

A continued focus on training and development of a methodology that includes a realistic approach to human rights terms and principles is needed.

Surrogacy Bill 2016: Disappointing, to say the least
Healthcare | Development Aug 29, 2016

Surrogacy Bill 2016: Disappointing, to say the least

What has emerged out of the consultations on the Surrogacy Bill is disappointing. The government has chosen to play an authoritarian, moralistic role.

Who will be the next Secretary General of the United Nations?
International Affairs | United Nations Aug 29, 2016

Who will be the next Secretary General of the United Nations?

The process for the selection of the ninth Secretary General of the United Nations who will succeed Dr. Ban Ki-moon, is under way.

#ScorpeneLeak — Fighting that 'sinking' feeling
Defence and Security | Cyber Security Aug 26, 2016

#ScorpeneLeak — Fighting that 'sinking' feeling

Stung by the Scorpene revelations, the Indian navy has ordered an inquiry, but is struggling to come to terms with the operational implications.

India and Russia — special and privileged strategic partnership
Indian Foreign Policy | International Trade and Investment Aug 26, 2016

India and Russia — special and privileged strategic partnership

In his meeting with Rogozin in August, PM Modi described Russia as ''a time-tested and reliable friend.''

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S. Paul Kapur

S. Paul Kapur

S. Paul Kapur is currently on leave from ORF and is serving as Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. Between 2020-2021, Mr Kapur served on the State Department’s Policy Planning Staff, ...

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S. Paul Kapur

S. Paul Kapur is currently on leave from ORF and is serving as Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs at the U.S. Department of State. Between 2020-2021, Mr Kapur served on the State Department’s Policy Planning Staff, ...

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