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DELHI - The Amnesty International has slammed chief minister of Indian state of Bihar, Nitish Kumar, for pulling down hijab of a Muslim student during a government function. The video of the disturbing incident went viral on social media, drawing massive criticism amid demand for an action against the chief minister. Aakar Patel, Chair of Board at Amnesty International India, said in a statement that the act was an assault on this woman's dignity, autonomy, and identity. "When a public offici ...Read More >
Thirty-five-year-old Umar Khalid completed five years in Delhi's Tihar jail on Saturday, September 13, without a trial. Khalid, who has a PhD from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), was arrested on September 13, 2020, under the draconian Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in connection with the 2020 Delhi riots that claimed over 40 Muslim lives, over 700 were injured, and several were left homeless. He faces charges that include rioting, murder, sedition, terrorist acts and others und ...Read More >
WASHINGTON, Aug 12 (Reuters) - The U.S. government noted abuses in India and Pakistan in a shortened human rights report released on Tuesday that said India "took minimal credible steps, opens new tab" to combat the abuses while Pakistan "rarely took credible steps, opens new tab." The Trump administration scaled back the annual U.S. government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some allies and countries that have been President Donald Trump's partners. The S ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 4: Security guards working for a U.S.-based aid group, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation -- reportedly part of an Israel-backed aid distribution effort -- allegedly opened fire on Palestinian refugees seeking food and aid, according to an investigation by the Associated Press and BBC. A former security subcontractor told the BBC that guards at the distribution sites used stun grenades and live ammunition, including machine gun fire, against unarmed civilians -- elderly people, wom ...Read More >
DHARAMSHALA, India (AP) -- Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Wednesday said the centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist institution will continue after his death, ending years of speculation that started when he indicated that he might be the last person to hold the role. Speaking at prayer celebrations ahead of his 90th birthday on Sunday, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning spiritual head of Tibetan Buddhism said that the next Dalai Lama should be found and recognized as per past Buddhist tradition ...Read More >
Jammu: In the days leading up to Eid-ul-Adha, members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community in Pakistan are being forced to sign legal documents, or affidavits, in which they agree not to perform Eid prayers or sacrifice animals. This is happening in many parts of Punjab and Sindh. According to local reports, if any Ahmadi is found taking part in Eid rituals, even inside their home, they may face police action, arrest, or a fine of up to 5 lakh rupees. In a shocking development, some of Pakistan's ...Read More >
New Delhi: Kapil Mishra, a former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, has been announced as the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) candidate for the Karawal Nagar constituency in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections. The sitting MLA Mohan Singh Bisht has been shifted to contest from Mustafabad. Voting is set for February 5, with results to be declared on February 8. Born on November 13, 1980, in Delhi, Kapil Mishra is the son of Annapurna Mishra, a former East Delhi mayor, and Rameshwar Mishra, a socia ...Read More >
Pakistani journalist Matiullah Jan was arrested and charged with terrorism while investigating protest casualties demanding ex-PM Imran Khan's release. Accusations include drug peddling and attacking police, denounced as fake. His arrest has drawn criticism, highlighting media freedom concerns in Pakistan. A Pakistani journalist, known for critiquing the military's influence in politics, has been arrested under controversial circumstances. Matiullah Jan, who was probing alleged protest casualti ...Read More >
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