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Death toll rises to 19 in Nepal's 'Gen Z' protest, highest since 2006 move
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
At least 19 protestors were killed in Nepal as security forces fired on demonstrations against social media bans and government corruption. The National Human Rights Commission urged restraint, fair treatment for victims, and peaceful protests, calling the use of excessive force "regretta
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ETGE condemns Oracle for 'complicity in Uyghur genocide,' demands sanction
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The East Turkistan Government-in-Exile (ETGE) accused US-based Oracle of aiding China's surveillance of Uyghurs and other Turkic peoples, calling it complicity in genocide. ETGE urged the US Congress, administration, and allies to investigate Oracle, impose sanctions, and end government cont
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Nine dead, curfew imposed in parts of Nepal as 'Gen Z' protest over social
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Nepal Police said, "Nine people have lost their lives as protest turned violent in Kathmandu as people staged a massive protest against the ban on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other social media sites, leading to clashes between police and protesters."
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BNM to strengthen partnership with UNPO to spotlight human rights abuses i
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) plans to deepen ties with UNPO after an online meeting. BNM highlighted human rights abuses and enforced disappearances in Balochistan, while UNPO pledged support. Earlier protests in the Netherlands called for justice for victims, urging global organisa
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Baloch American Congress Prez slams Pakistan over human rights violations,
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
President of the Baloch American Congress, Dr Tara Chand Baloch, has launched a scathing attack on Pakistan's judiciary and intelligence agencies, accusing them of gross violations of human rights against the Baloch people.
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"Will support candidate who will stand to uphold spirit of the Constitutio
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Speaking to reporters, Siva said, "The activities of NDA are against secularism, federalism, and they are infringing upon the rights...So we want to protest against that and we will support the candidate who will stand to uphold the spirit of the constitution..."
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Sabrina Carpenter advocates for transgender rights during 'Tears' performa
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter used her debut performance of her song 'Tears' during the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards to advocate for transgender rights, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
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The Great Nicobar Island Project is a misadventure, trampling on tribal ri
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a post shared on X, Rahul Gandhi said, "The Great Nicobar Island Project is a misadventure, trampling on tribal rights and making a mockery of legal and deliberative processes." Through this article, Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Smt. Sonia Gandhi highlights the injustices infl
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Protest outside Karachi Press Club enters 34th day over enforced disappear
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Protest outside Karachi Press Club entered its 34th day after a student was forcibly disappeared earlier in July, leading the Baloch human rights body, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), reported on Saturday.
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Pashtun National Jirga condemns Pakistan over enforced disappearances and
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
On the International Day for the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the Pashtun National Jirga (PNJ) released a strong statement denouncing Pakistan's persistent human rights violations against Pashtuns and calling for immediate international action.
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Pakistan Senate stalls key gender inclusion reforms, reflecting persistent
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Another amendment bill put forward by Senator Zeeshan Khanzada, which aims to amend Article 228 to include women in the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), was postponed, with the committee opting to await a formal response from the CII.
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Behind the facade: China accused of using schools to erase Tibetan identit
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China has opened a new boarding school in eastern Tibet for children aged 9-12, which rights groups say is part of a campaign to assimilate Tibetan children, separate them from families, and erode their language, culture, and identity. Experts and the UN warn of long-term psychological and c
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