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- Why in News?
- In a landmark move, West Bengal has achieved its first conviction in the growing menace of digital arrest scams. The culprits were part of a nationwide network that duped over 100 victims out of more than ₹100 crore.
- What is a Digital Arrest Scam?
- It’s a deceptive tactic where victims are falsely accused of crimes like identity theft or money laundering via phone calls or messages. Scammers impersonate law enforcement, threatening arrest to pressure individuals into transferring money to fraudulent accounts under the guise of clearing their name.
- Government Response
- Law and order being a State subject, the Centre supports efforts through policy and funding. Key initiatives include:
- I4C and Cyber Fraud Mitigation Centre for coordination
- Samanvaya Platform and Suspect Registry for data sharing
- CERT-IN guidelines advising public vigilance
- The public is urged to stay alert and verify suspicious claims on cybercrime.gov.in.
- Why in News?
- The International Criminal Court (ICC) has officially welcomed Ukraine as the 125th State Party to the Rome Statute, marking a significant step in the country's commitment to international justice and accountability.
- About the ICC
- The ICC is the world’s first permanent international court tasked with prosecuting individuals for grave offences such as genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression.
- It was established through the Rome Statute, which was adopted in 1998 and came into force in 2002.
- Headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands, the ICC operates independently of the United Nations.
- India’s Position
- India is not a signatory to the Rome Statute and has expressed concerns over certain provisions, particularly around jurisdiction and sovereignty.
- Ukraine’s accession is seen as a symbolic move in its pursuit of justice amid ongoing conflicts and alleged human rights violations.
- Why in News?
- India has reaffirmed its strong commitment to the Pact for the Future during a recent United Nations dialogue, emphasizing its dedication to inclusive development, multilateralism, and future-ready global cooperation.
- About the Pact for the Future
- Adopted at the Summit of the Future in 2024, the Pact serves as a comprehensive blueprint for international collaboration on long-term global challenges.
- Key components include:
- The Global Digital Compact—the first global framework for digital cooperation.
- The Declaration on Future Generations—ensuring the rights and interests of future populations are protected.
- The Pact outlines actionable commitments across several critical areas such as:
- Sustainable development and financing,
- Peace and international security,
- Science, technology, innovation, and digital governance,
- Empowerment of youth and safeguarding future generations,
- Reforming global governance structures.
- India’s participation highlights its role in shaping an equitable and forward-looking global order.