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US, UK, Australia, and UN slam Hong Kong's harsh sentencing of pro-democra
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The US, UK, and Australian governments, along with the United Nations, condemned the sentencing of 45 democracy activists and former lawmakers to up to 10 years in prison for "subversion." This came amid increasing demands for tougher sanctions on Hong Kong and the broadening of visa program
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Tibetan Activist Karma Samdrup Released After 15 Years, Faces Political Re
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Karma Samdrup, a prominent Tibetan environmentalist and philanthropist, has been released from prison after serving a 15-year sentence.
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Tightening grip on dissent: 45 pro-democracy activists sentenced to prison
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
In a stark demonstration of the tightening grip on dissent, Hong Kong's High Court sentenced 45 pro-democracy activists to prison terms of up to 10 years under the controversial National Security Law imposed by Beijing.
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Baloch activist highlights enforced disappearances as victim family protes
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Prominent Baloch activist, Sammi Deen Baloch has raised serious concerns over the ongoing issue of enforced disappearances in Balochistan, specifically highlighting the case of Diljan Baloch, who has been missing for over a week. The 28-year-old resident of Awaran was reportedly detained
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Pakistan: Council of Islamic Ideology faces backlash over anti-VPN decree
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) has drawn criticism after its chief, Dr. Raghib Naeemi, declared the use of VPNs for accessing immoral content un-Islamic. Religious scholars, lawmakers, and digital rights activists argue that the decree undermines privacy rights and freedom of expressi
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BYC condemns enforced disappearances and internet shutdowns in Balochistan
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The Balochistan Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has strongly condemned the rising cases of enforced disappearances and the shutdown of internet services in Balochistan, accusing state authorities of attempting to censor reports of human rights violations. Last month alone, 127 cases were reporte
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Malcolm X's family sues FBI, CIA among other agencies alleging role in his
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The family of Malcolm X, a civil rights activist who was assassinated 60 years ago, accused the Department of Justice (DOJ), FBI, CIA and New York Police Department (NYPD) in 100 million dollar lawsuit on Friday for playing a significant role in his murder, The Hill reported.
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Suvarna Raj wins UN SDG Action Awards 2024: India celebrates landmark achi
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
In a landmark achievement for India, Suvarna Raj, a celebrated para-athlete and a passionate disability rights activist, has won the UN SDG Action Awards 2024. On Wednesday, SAI Media congratulated her on their official X handle,
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North East Delhi violence: Delhi HC seeks police reply in Devangana Kalita
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The Delhi High Court on Thursday sought Police response over a plea moved by activist Devangana Kalita seeking direction to preserve and reconstruct the case diary related to its investigation into a case related to North East Delhi violence.
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Tibetan activist released but remains under heavy surveillance amid ongoin
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Tashi Wangchuk, a prominent advocate for Tibetan language rights, was held in detention for 15 days on accusations of "disrupting social order" and allegedly spreading false information online. He is now reportedly under tight surveillance.
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Protests erupt in PoGB as legal professionals demand judicial reforms
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The protest, which began in the regional capital, Gilgit, has quickly gained momentum, attracting not only legal professionals but also civil society activists and concerned citizens. Their demands centre on overhauling the judicial structure, improving accountability, enhancing transparency
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"Baloch students are facing continuous violence by govt": Pakistani human
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Prominent Pakistani human rights activist Mahrang Baloch on Wednesday said that the Baloch students are facing relentless violence and harassment at the hands of the government, with the latest incident being a raid by Quetta police on the Bolan Medical College (BMC) hostel.
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