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Human Rights Watch report highlights rise in sexual harassment of exiled C
Updated : 3 months ago IST
China's authorities have long attempted to quash dissent internationally, but there has been a troubling rise in harassment involving sexually explicit letters aimed at activists outside its borders, as highlighted in a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW).
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Baloch Voice for Justice condemns enforced disappearance of Hajra Baloch,
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Baloch Voice for Justice has strongly condemned the enforced disappearance of Hajra Baloch, the wife of Sanaullah Baloch, alleging that she was unlawfully detained by Pakistani forces, including the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) and other security agencies, from the Daru Hotel area of
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Study flags widespread labour rights violations in Karachi
Updated : 3 months ago IST
A recent study has shown that labour rights violations are widespread in major textile factories in Karachi and Faisalabad, which produce healthcare exports for Europe
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Kerala LoP writes to Meta against removal of parody song 'Pottiye Kettiye'
Updated : 3 months ago IST
In the letter, the Kerala Opposition Leader stated that removing the song without a court order constitutes a violation of fundamental rights.
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'Hijab, burqa are crowns on women's heads': AIMIM's Waris Pathan slams Bih
Updated : 3 months ago IST
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) national spokesperson Waris Pathan, describing the hijab and burqa as a symbol of women's honour, dignity and respect and "the crown on their heads," strongly criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over the viral hijab row and demanded
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"Alters rights-based character of MGNREGA": Tamil Nadu CM opposes VB-G RAM
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Thursday raised a strong objection to the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, which replaces MGNREGA, saying that it will put "severe financial burden on states" under the 60:40 fund-sharing pattern.
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Uttarakhand: CM Dhami honours meritorious students from minority community
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday participated in a programme organised on the occasion of World Minorities Rights Day at the Himalayan Cultural Centre, Neembuwala, Dehradun. On this occasion, the Chief Minister honoured meritorious students from the minority comm
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65 Canadian MPs denounce CCP repression of Falun Gong worldwide
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Canadian lawmakers have urged Beijing to end repression of Falun Gong practitioners, condemning the CCP's persecution in China and abroad. A joint declaration backed by 65 parliamentarians highlights human rights abuses, transnational repression in Canada, and recent threats against Shen Yun
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China detains about 80 Tibetans after protest against illegal gold mining
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Around 80 Tibetans were arrested in Kashi village after protesting illegal gold mining, with seven still missing, according to Phayul. Authorities reportedly carried out door-to-door arrests, imposed restrictions and allegedly mistreated detainees amid heightened surveillance and security me
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Pak: Only 1% conviction rate in child abuse cases raises alarm in Punjab
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Despite alarming levels of child abuse in Pakistan, conviction rates remain extremely low, leaving victims without justice. Experts and rights bodies cite weak investigations, delayed legal processes and systemic failures, highlighting the urgent need for legal and institutional reforms to p
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Oscars to stream on YouTube for free from 2029
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has signed a multi-year deal granting YouTube exclusive global rights to the Oscars, beginning with the 101st ceremony in 2029 and running through 2033.
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"Govt snatching rights of poor, will fight till end": Mallikarjun Kharge o
Updated : 3 months ago IST
The senior Congress leader highlighted that the issue "goes beyond a mere renaming" exercise and there "will be a movement" against it.
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