Human Rights

The image triggered a wave of anger from citizens, lawyers, and human rights activists. They argued that restraining an elderly and critically ill prisoner represented a blatant breach of both human dignity and Bangladesh’s legal obligations.

'A country like Pakistan...': India rebukes Islamabad at UNHRC for lecturing on human rights

India’s intervention at the UNHRC reflects growing frustration with Pakistan’s attempts to gain credibility in international forums despite widespread evidence of systemic human rights abuses at home.

Turkey unrest continues | Erdogan blames ‘evil’ opposition for protests

Turkish police have detained 1,113 people across the country over five days of protests as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan blames the main opposition party for the unrest sparked by the detention of his main political rival.

Turkey Detains Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu | Sparks Massive Uproar | N18G

Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) staged a massive rally in Ankara on March 19, protesting the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan’s strongest political rival. Crowds gathered outside the CHP headquarters, chanting anti-government slogans such as "Dictator Erdogan" and "Government, resign." CHP spokesperson Deniz Yucel accused the government of resorting to tyranny, stating that the real target was not just their party but the Turkish people. Meanwhile, CHP parliamentarians disrupted the general assembly in protest, vowing to continue daily demonstrations. Imamoglu was detained on charges of corruption and aiding a terrorist group, a move the opposition condemned as "a coup against our next president."

Ex-Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte arrested by ICC | ‘Crimes Against Humanity’ | ICC | N18G

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on March 12 under a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), which is investigating allegations of crimes against humanity related to his "war on drugs." The ICC has jurisdiction over crimes like genocide and war crimes and can intervene when countries fail to prosecute such offenses. Duterte's drug war, which led to the deaths of over 6,000 people during his presidency (2016-2022), has drawn widespread condemnation. A UN report revealed police abuses, including unlawful raids and forced confessions. Duterte withdrew the Philippines from the ICC in 2019, but an investigation started in 2021. His arrest follows growing political tension with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Duterte, who is still popular in the Philippines, denies the charges. He now faces trial at the ICC, potentially becoming the first Asian former head of state to stand trial for crimes against humanity.

Activist Slams PoJK PM’s ‘Jihad’ Call: Warns Of Threat To Secular Voices

Human rights activist Dr. Amjad Ayub Mirza has strongly condemned PoJK Prime Minister Chaudhary Anwar ul Haq’s call for jihad, labeling it a desperate attempt to regain political influence. Mirza warned that such rhetoric could incite violence and jeopardize secular voices in the region. He urged the United Nations and the International Court of Justice to intervene and demanded the removal of the PoJK PM. Watch this critical analysis of the unfolding situation.

On this day, October 23 - Know what happened today in history

Discover the significant events, cultural milestones, and notable birthdays and deaths that occurred on October 23. Explore the historical context and lasting impact of this day.

Saudi Arabia loses bid for a seat on UN's premier human rights body

The 193-member General Assembly elected 18 new members to serve on the 47-nation Human Rights Council, which allocates seats to regional groups to ensure geographical representation.

Understanding White Phosphorus: Allegations of its use in Gaza by Israel

On October 12, Human Rights Watch, a United-States-based non-governmental organisation confirmed the use of white phosphorous by Israeli forces, but the IDF has junked all these claims.

UNICEF India suspends circulation of policy brief on age of consent

The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) had written to UNICEF asking it to withdraw the document.

Five years on, what has changed in India since Section 377 was read down? Three professionals speak out

In 2018, India witnessed a landmark judgment in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community. Half a decade down the line, the queer community on life before and after the judgment, when the Supreme Court read down parts of Section 377 of the IPC.

UN Security Council to hold first open meeting on North Korea human rights situation since 2017

Russia and China, which have close ties to North Korea, have blocked any Security Council action since vetoing a U.S.-sponsored resolution in May 2022

World Snake Day 2023: The Kalbelia tribe, visible but voiceless

India registers over 58,000 snakebite deaths annually, almost 80 per cent of global snakebite deaths. The traditional practice of the Kalbelias, highly skilled in catching snakes and treating snake/scorpion bites, has been criminalised, and they lack land, livelihood and dignity. On World Snake Day, July 16, a look at the historical injustices meted out to this tribe of snake charmers.

Section of Alphabet shareholders call India a "human rights hotspot"

Shareholders have asked Alphabet's Board of Directors to commission a report assessing the siting of Google Cloud Data Centers in such countries, regulatory filings showed.

Why Meta shareholders are questioning Facebook's 'political entanglement' in India

This proposal, along with few others will come for voting in the upcoming Meta AGM. However, Meta's board of directions has already recommended a vote against this particular shareholder proposal.

Bihar’s Bicycle Didi who has spent a lifetime with the Musahars

This Dalit History Month, training the spotlight on Sudha Varghese, who travelled from Kerala to Bihar as a teenager to live with the Musahar community, considered Dalits among the Dalits in the country, five decades ago. She never left

UN-backed inquiry accuses Russia of war crimes in Ukraine

The sweeping human rights report, released a year to the day after a Russian airstrike on a theater in Mariupol killed hundreds sheltering inside, marked a highly unusual condemnation of a member of the UN Security Council.

Human Rights Day: History, significance and the theme this year

Human Rights Day: Find out how the observance came into existence.

UN urges Elon Musk to safeguard human rights at Twitter

Twitter Inc laid off half its workforce on Friday and tweets by staff of the social media company said the team responsible for human rights was among those affected, a development which Türk described as not ”an encouraging start”.

Does humanity exist only for stone-pelters; are there no human rights for those hit by stones, asks Gujarat minister

The police had flogged the minority community members after they allegedly hurled stones at garba dance participants at Undhela village in Kheda district earlier this week.

Human rights of people of Xinjiang should be respected and guaranteed: India

The human rights of the people of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region should be respected and guaranteed. We hope that the relevant party will address the situation objectively and properly,” External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.

India abstains from voting on draft resolution in UN Human Rights Council on holding debate on human rights situation in China's Xinjiang region

Human rights groups have been sounding the alarm over what is happening in the resource-rich north-western Chinese province for years, alleging that more than one million Uyghurs had been detained against their will in a large network of what Beijing calls “re-education camps”.

India abstains from voting on draft resolution in UN Human Rights Council on holding debate on human rights situation in China's Xinjiang region

The draft resolution on holding a debate on the situation of human rights in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China was rejected in the 47-member Council after 17 members voted in favour, 19 members voted against, including China, and 11 abstentions, including India, Brazil, Mexico and Ukraine.

US to withhold $130 million of military aid to Egypt over human rights: Official

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has determined that Cairo, by releasing hundreds of jailed individuals, had made some progress on political detentions and due process, the officials said.

EU proposes banning products made with forced labour

The EU executive does not name any country in its proposal, but it follows a European Parliament call for such a law in June that highlighted concerns over human rights in China’s Xinjiang region.