At the stroke of the midnight hour, as the world slept, India awoke to "life and freedom" 78 years ago on this day. In the years to come, India's new-found Independence would significantly impact its association with its neighbouring countries.
Pakistani police in Peshawar have detained numerous undocumented Afghan migrants during intensified operations, seizing weapons and narcotics. The crackdown follows suspended visa renewals and targets those without legal status. Rights groups and the UNHCR warn the measures are worsening Afg
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 12th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort on Friday, emphasizing India's unwavering commitment to national security and farmers' rights.
"The Prime Minister has stated from time to time that we will get statehood when the right circumstances and time arrive... In the span of 9 months, no work has been done by them (Jammu and Kashmir government)... Whatever decision the Supreme Court will take, we will accept it... When the
The report, titled Preventing Transnational Repression: The Case of the Uyghur Diaspora, written by David Tobin and Nyrola Elima, characterises transnational repression as actions taken by foreign governments to inhibit or constrain individuals' rights beyond their sovereign borders. It aler
Addressing the weekly media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised that India does not attach any credence to such biased assessments and remains focused on advancing human rights through inclusive governance and development.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: For 50 years, Sholay has stood as the most celebrated landmark of Indian cinema. This Independence Day, NH Studioz -- one of India's largest and most influential custodians of film rights -- will unite the country in a shared moment of nostalgia and p
Referring to a news report published by an English daily, Gandhi flagged the issue of "missing" forest rights titles in government records in Chhattisgarh.
Baloch National Movement's human rights department, Paank, made a chilling revelation of the dangers being faced by Baloch activists in Pakistan. It said on Thursday that in the first 6 months of 2025 alone, Paank documented 785 enforced disappearances and 121 killings.
Roopkumari Choudhary, BJP MP and Member of the Standing Committee on Coal Mines & Steel, on Thursday said that the bill boosts employment, improves states' rights, and improves the economy by allowing for more efficient use of mineral resources.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Davangere Sugar Company Limited, (NSE Code: DAVANGERE), (BSE Code: 543267), a fully integrated sugar, ethanol, and renewable power company, opened its Rights Issue on Thursday, Aug 14, 2025, aiming to raise ₹ 149.22 Crore.
Amid the debate over the Supreme Court's ruling on stray dogs in Delhi, animal rights activist & BJP leader Maneka Gandhi on Thursday urged the Chief Justice of India to review the decision with love and mentioned that "our goals are the same.
While talking to ANI, Maenka Gandhi highl