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NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of young professional's death reportedly du
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Saturday took suo motu cognizance of the reported death of a chartered accountant girl from Kerala in Pune due to excessive workload in her company.
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NSUI launches manifesto, introduces DUSU candidates ahead of upcoming elec
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
During the press conference, NSUI National President Varun Choudhary highlighted the key points of the manifesto, stating, "Our manifesto reflects a comprehensive approach to address all issues related to student welfare. We have carefully included provisions that focus on the holistic devel
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Amnesty International condemns extrajudicial killings in Pakistan, urges r
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Amnesty International, an International human rights watchdog, has raised serious concerns about the ongoing extrajudicial killings of individuals accused of blasphemy in Pakistan, calling out the government for failing to protect basic human rights, including the right to life and freedom o
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Pakistan: JSFM condemns Shah Nawaz Kunbhar's killing, calls for resistance
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) condemned the killing of Shah Nawaz Kunbhar, declaring his martyrdom a powerful symbol in the struggle for Sindh's rights. JSFM emphasised Sindh's historical resistance to state-sponsored extremism, asserting the region's commitment to peace and human r
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Sindhi Foundation Director pushes for Sindh independence at UN, seeks refe
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Sufi Laghari, Executive Director of the Sindhi Foundation, advocated for Sindh's independence during the 57th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Highlighting historical grievances, human rights violations, forced displacements, and the marginalization of the Sindhi people, Laghar
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"Parliament cannot enact laws that violate fundamental rights": Pakistan S
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Pakistan's Supreme Court has dealt a significant blow to the federal government by ruling that national and provincial assemblies cannot enact laws - whether prospective or retrospective - that violate fundamental rights enshrined in the country's Constitution, according to a report by Dawn.
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Pakistan: JUI-F chief says constitutional amendments being introduced to "
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
"The JUI-F will not allow any amendments that compromise human rights or undermine the judicial system," the JUI-F said.
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Baloch activist urges global action against exploitation, human rights vio
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
During the 57th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council's general debate, Faheem Baloch, coordinator of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), a Baloch rights organization, addressed ongoing atrocities, extrajudicial killings, and the exploitation of resources by the Pakistani armed
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"In China, there is no justice, no rights, no free speech": US lawmaker Jo
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
US lawmakers and the members of the US House Select Committee on Chinese Communist Party (SCCCP) on Thursday organized a meeting highlighting China's shady tactics to suppress dissent and critique in the country.
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Woman sentenced to death for blasphemy in Pakistan amid ongoing human righ
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
A woman was sentenced to death in Quetta under Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act for posting blasphemous content. The case has drawn attention to the misuse of blasphemy laws and raised concerns about human rights violations in Pakistan.
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Baloch photographers exhibit stories of hardship and struggle as they prot
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
A large number of attendees participated in the exhibition on Wednesday, where BNM members educated the audience about the dire situation in Balochistan and how the Pakistani state continues to violate international law with impunity
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Bangladesh minority group urges UN to investigate communal violence
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The Bangladesh Hindu Bouddha Christian Oikya Parishad has urged the United Nations to investigate over 2,000 incidents of communal violence targeting minorities in Bangladesh. This appeal follows the ousting of Sheikh Hasina as Prime Minister and the subsequent formation of an interim govern
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