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No freedom of expression in PoK, terror hideouts intact, activists tells U
Updated : 3 years ago IST
People in PoK gave many examples where the students and political activists from the region are not allowed to express their opinions and they are treated as enemies and threatened.
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Indian NGO asks UN to add more provisions, budget for people with disabili
Updated : 3 years ago IST
They organised a side event during the ongoing 52nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council with a theme titled "Impact of Covid-19 on Disabled in India" in Geneva on Wednesday.
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Activists raise concerns over human rights situation in PoK, Gilgit Baltis
Updated : 3 years ago IST
Organised by the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) at John Knox Center, the participants including intellectuals and researchers discussed about radicalism, exploitation of resources, enforced disappearances and other issues concerning the region.
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China's developmental projects impacts climate, environment: Experts
Updated : 3 years ago IST
In the 52nd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday, organised by the Organisation for Poverty Alleviation and Development and European Foundation for South Asian Studies (EFSAS), experts highlighted the construction of highways, buildings and dams in Gilgit B
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People in PoK oppose digital census in fear of losing identity and demogra
Updated : 3 years ago IST
Speaking to ANI during the 52nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Jamil Maqsood said a large number of people in these occupied regions are opposing the Census as it will diminish their identity and demography of the region.
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New Delhi remains committed to strengthening democratic process in Myanmar
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Thulasidass said that India also remains committed to strengthening the democratic process in Myanmar. "We have worked with various stakeholders to develop capacities in areas of democratic systems and practices. We have renewed these efforts, including in building capacities in areas of
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Indian film 'Kantara' highlighting environmental concerns wins praise at U
Updated : 3 years ago IST
Kannada blockbuster film 'Kantara' was screened at the Pathe Balexert theatre Geneva on March 17. An audience of about 220 people including the UN representatives, Heads of International Organisations from Germany, Brazil, UNCTAD (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development), ITU (Int
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India's development model praised at 52nd UN Human Rights Council meet in
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Sai Sampath from Eco Fawn, United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) NGO, during his oral intervention, described and narrated the story of Rohini, a Dalit girl studying in Geneva. She has been the beneficiary of Rs 1 Cr granted by the government of India.
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Women in data announce plans to launch data curiosity program in India
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On the sidelines of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) 52nd General Session in Geneva Women in Data (WiD) announced plans to launch its Data Curiosity Program in India in coordination with the Centre For Global Affairs and Public Policy (CGAPP). The program seeks to stem the Gender Gap in S
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Indian envoy at UN highlights five core concepts of Gandhiji at 52nd sessi
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Permanent Representative of India to UN and other International Organisations in Geneva, Ambassador Indra Mani Pandey on Friday highlighted Mahatma Gandhi's five core concepts i.e. Ahimsa, Satyagraha, Sarvodaya, Swaraj and Trusteeship.
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International Forum for Secular Bangladesh, Switzerland chapter organises
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Bangladeshis living in Switzerland gathered in front of the United Nations office in Geneva to seek justice against the 1971 genocide by Pakistan and for its recognition by the international community.
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Afghan Geneva Mission expresses concern over humanitarian crisis in Afghan
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The legal adviser for the Afghanistan Mission in Geneva, raised the alarm about the humanitarian situation in Afghanistan and accused the Islamic Emirate of obstructing aid delivery, TOLOnews reported.
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