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India IT ministry releases draft rules under controversial data legislation

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India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Saturday released draft rules in furtherance of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, sparking significant debate regarding the rules’ implications on data privacy rights.

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Legal Technology Simplified in 2025

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According to the 2025 In-House Legal Budgeting Report from Axiom and Wakefield Research, 96% of general councils said they expect “AI will meaningfully reduce costs within their legal department.” As we step into 2025, we’ll continue to experience technological evolution at an unprecedented pace that will reshape how law firms operate.

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UN historic plastic pollution treaty negotiation to reconvene in 2025

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The fifth session of negotiations on a historic, legally binding global plastic pollution treaty concluded on Sunday, with countries agreeing to reconvene in 2025. The negotiations will resume in 2025, aiming to finalize a global treaty to tackle plastic pollution.

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UN migrant workers committee issues varied findings on convention rights in Benin, Egypt, Peru, and Seychelles

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The official release of this General Comment is expected in April 2025. In collaboration with the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, it initiated the drafting of a joint General Comment aimed at providing guidance for combating xenophobia and discrimination against migrants.

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European governments should address colonial impact on people of African descent: HRW

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In November 2023, the African Union convened a conference in Accra, leading to a proclamation for reparative justice and an official designation of 2025 as the Year for Justice for Africa Through Reparations. The push for reparations has recently gained momentum.

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Myanmar enacts cybersecurity law restricting digital communication

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1/2025 , introduces stringent measures aimed at regulating the spread of digital information and enhancing state surveillance capabilities. The draft version of this law was first circulated in 2019 but gained urgency following the coup as the military sought to fortify its grip on power through digital repression.

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UN Security Council resolution 2750 imposes stricter sanctions on Sudan to mitigate violence in Darfur

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The resolution, issued as document S/RES/2750(2024), stipulates that the sanctions including asset freezes, travel bans, and an arms embargo will remain in effect until September 12, 2025, with a further review to be conducted no later than that date.

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