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UN Rights Chief flags China over Tibet, Xinjiang abuses; calls for release
Updated : 8 months, 4 weeks ago IST
On June 17, Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed worries about "continued violations of cultural and other rights" in Tibet and demanded the "release of all individuals detained for exercising their rights and alignment of legislation and policies with internatio
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Taiwan lawmakers call for regulations on influencers' ties with China to s
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Lawmakers from Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) have called for urgent legal reforms to regulate online influencers' contact with Chinese officials, warning of increasing risks to national security posed by Beijing's expanding influence operations.
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Bangladesh erupts in protests against rape, violence against women
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Students and activists across Bangladesh have launched protests against rape and violence against women, demanding immediate action and legal reforms. The movement follows the brutal rape of an eight-year-old girl and growing concerns over rising violence since the country's political transi
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Simplification and transparency in Financial Laws provided enabling enviro
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Referring to legal reforms in India, Birla noted that for the first time in India, an effort has been made to change colonial laws, repeal redundant laws, and make new laws that are in sync with the hopes and aspirations of the people of New India.
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China expands nationwide detention facilities as Xi Jinping intensifies an
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
China has expanded its network of detention centers under the growing anti-corruption campaign led by Xi Jinping. These centers, part of the "liuzhi" system, can detain individuals without legal representation for up to six months. Initially targeting Communist Party members, the system now
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Journalist Adnan Yaqoob condemns Pakistan government over 26th Constitutio
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Journalist Adnan Yaqoob raised concerns over the recent 26th constitutional amendment, claiming that the government's real motive was appointing judges favourable to its interest rather than legal reforms. In an interview, Yaqoob stated, "The government passed the 26th constitutional amendme
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UN Human Rights Committee calls on Pakistan to reform Military Court Syst
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
The UN Human Rights Committee has called on Pakistan to reform its military court system, eliminate the death penalty in civilian cases, and safeguard judicial independence. Emphasising the need for privacy protections and freedom of expression, the Committee recommended broad legal reforms
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How political stability under PM Modi is rocket-fuelling New India: Report
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
India — with huge potential of demographic dividend and digital prowess — was mired by fractious politics, has undergone great political stability under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which has allowed for legal reforms, improvements to basic welfare systems and a vast upgradin
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Dept of Legal Affairs and Legislative Dept of Union Law ministry to organi
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
"The upcoming Chintan Shivir will provide a platform for a comprehensive assessment of the Department's day-to-day operations. One of the primary focuses of discussion will revolve around embracing modern technology, as well as initiating legal reforms such as the repeal of pre-independence
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Xpress Legal named the Lex Talk Top banking law firm of the year 2022
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 20 (ANI/PNN): Mumbai headquartered, Pan India law firm Xpress Legal has been named the Lex Talk Top banking law firm of the year 2022, following its win in Dubai last year. The firm, which is empanelled with major banks and non-bank financial companies N
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AG recommends formation of permanent law commission for legal reforms
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Attorney General for India R Venkatramani on Saturday recommended the formation of a permanent law commission for legal reforms and said that government should stop overloading courts with endless statutory appeals.
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