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Human Rights Foundation marks 11 years of Uyghur professor's detention; ca
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) marked the 11th anniversary of the unjust detention of Ilham Tohti, a Uyghur professor who has been enduring a life sentence for his peaceful advocacy for Uyghur human rights. A post shared on X by HRF highlighted the atrocities he endured, including wris
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Human Rights Commission of Pakistan decries new law as violation of intern
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
HRCP Secretary-General Harris Khalique emphasised that the law not only violates Articles 8 and 16 of Pakistan's Constitution but also breaches the country's international obligations under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
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Baloch Human Rights group shares details of enforced disappearances in rec
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Leading Baloch Human rights group, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has shared the details on Thursday of nine individuals who became victims of enforced disappearances in recent times at the hands of the Pakistani forces.
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Baloch Human Rights Committee holds rally, gathering to honour martyrs of
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Leading Baloch Human rights group, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) organised a rally and held a gathering in Manguchar area on Thursday to honour the martyrs of Balochistan.
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Human Rights Watch highlights Pakistan government's crackdown on free expr
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, which took office in February 2024, is perpetuating a longstanding crackdown on free expression and civil society, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on Thursday in its World Report 2025.
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Geneva: Baloch group highlights crisis of enforced disappearances at First
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
The BNM, led by its Chairman, Naseem Baloch, participated in various sessions, engaging with international organisations, human rights advocates, and policymakers to shed light on the ongoing crisis in Balochistan. The delegation actively contributed to panels, discussions, and exhibitions d
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Dr. Kamal H. Muhamed Honored with Pondicherry Ratna Award for Contribution
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], January 16: The Pondicherry Ratna Award, a prestigious honor recognizing excellence in literature and social service, was presented to Dr. Kamal H. Muhamed on January 11, 2025, at Tamil Sangam Hall. The award ceremony, organized by IHRAO in collaboration with the London Bo
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BWF condemns rise in human rights violations in Balochistan, calls for res
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
According to the Balochistan Post, in a recent statement, the BWF criticized parliamentary parties for exploiting these issues for personal and political gain, while the people of Balochistan continue to suffer. Despite repeated warnings, anti-Baloch policies are intensifying, the forum stat
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"Grave risks faced by individuals exercising their right to peaceful assem
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Paank, the human rights wing of the Baloch National Movement has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Jahanzaib, who died after being hit by a vehicle while participating in a peaceful protest at Hooshap Zero Point in Turbat, Balochistan.
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Baloch activist calls for unity against alleged state atrocities in Baloch
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
While addressing a gathering in Bolan's Mach, Baloch condemned the Pakistani state's alleged actions against the Baloch people, highlighting the widespread human rights violations she claims are taking place in the region.
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Chinese rights lawyer marks three years in detention, vows not to "bow" to
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
According to RFA, Xie was arrested in December 2021 on charges of "subversion" after supporting a teacher who was detained in a psychiatric hospital for criticizing the government. The teacher, Li Tiantian, had spoken out about the expulsion of a Shanghai journalism professor who encouraged
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Pakistan targets Baloch activists with FIR over seminar honouring Karima
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
The event, aimed at paying tribute to Baloch sacrifices, sparked outrage after police registered a First Information Report (FIR) against the organisers, accusing them of promoting anti-state sentiments.
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