Investigators bust child trafficking syndicate in Ghana

In her remarks, Majid stated that every child, regardless of birthplace, deserves safety, dignity and opportunity. She pointed out that violence against children remains a global concern, with more than half of the world's children experiencing some form of violence each year. Such violence, she noted, not only threatens children's physical safety but also affects their emotional well-being, education and long-term development.

At the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Petrina Lander, a medical student at the University of Oxford, in her oral statement, while addressing the annual full-day meeting on the rights of the child, called for stronger global support for holistic education systems.

UNICEF on Monday decried the rise in child casualties amid rising hostilities in Lebanon and called on all parties to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure. It urged immediate efforts to de-escalate the situation and prevent further harm to children.

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) marked International Women's Day by demanding the enforcement of constitutional rights for minority girls. The group highlighted the abduction and forced conversion of Areeba Asif Masih, urging Pakistani authorities to implement child protection laws and ensure the safe recovery of all missing girls.

In a recent statement, the commission reminded stakeholders that the use of minors in rallies, door-to-door canvassing, publicity events or any other form of electoral promotion is strictly prohibited. EC Officials said they have received reports of children being mobilised during campaign activities in various districts, prompting closer monitoring and possible action against violators, reported The Kathmandu Post.