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Turkey: People protesting Istanbul Mayor's detention face arrest, sexual abuse
Ankara, March 29: The Turkish Police have arrested several protestors involved in the mass demonstrations against the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. They were subjected to widespread physical abuse, sexual harassment, and degrading treatment, according to local media reports.
Two days before deadline, Pakistan deports 213 Afghan refugees
Rawalpindi, March 28: Over 200 Afghan refugees have been deported by Islamabad to their home country as Pakistan remains determined on its mass deportation plan.
Germany evacuates Afghan refugees from Pakistan amid imminent deportation threats
Berlin, March 28: Over 170 Afghan refugees facing imminent threats in Pakistan were evacuated by Germany in a chartered plane as part of Berlin's ongoing efforts to resettle at-risk Afghans.
Atrocities against minorities in Pak: EAM Jaishankar cites numbers, says closely monitoring
New Delhi, March 28: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday asserted that India is closely monitoring the atrocities against Hindus and other minorities in Pakistan and is raising these issues on international platforms.
Time to exit: Pakistan has lost the war it started against people of Balochistan
T: he United States, being highly strategic and farsighted, realised after 20 years of war in Afghanistan that achieving victory there was impossible. It took into account the horrors and defeat of the Vietnam War, as well as the collapse of the Soviet Union in Afghanistan, ultimately concluding that further involvement in Afghanistan would be a waste of resources and time.
Global experts warn of rising human rights violations in Bangladesh at UNHRC side event
Geneva March 27: A side event titled "Human Rights Violations and Rise of Islamic Terrorism in Bangladesh" was held by Tumuku Development and Cultural Union (TACUDU) on March 26, 2025, during the 58th Session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland.
UN experts seek release of Baloch human rights defenders by Pak; end of crackdown on peaceful stirs
Geneva, March 27: The United Nations experts on Wednesday demanded that Pakistan release Balochistan human rights defenders and end the crackdown on peaceful protests.
Extremism destroying pluralism in Bangladesh: Activist Rehman Afridi on rise of islamic extremism in country
Geneva, March 27: Human rights activist and defender Fazal ur Rehman Afridi on Wednesday (local time) delivered a scathing critique of Bangladesh's deteriorating human rights landscape due to the rise of Islamic extremism in the country in recent times.
Former UK MP expresses concerns over corruption, human rights crisis in Bangladesh
Geneva, March 27: At a side event during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva on Wednesday, former UK Member of Parliament Paul Burstow delivered a keynote speech addressing human rights violations and the rise of Islamic extremism in Bangladesh.
BNM Foreign Secretary condemns human rights violations in Balochistan at UN session
Geneva, March 26: Baloch National Movement (BNM) Foreign Secretary Faheem Baloch highlighted the grave human rights violations in Balochistan and condemned the recent detention of Mahrang Baloch, Sammi Deen Baloch, Bebo Baloch and many other activists at the 58th United Nations Human Rights Council Session.
Human rights defenders praise India's progress at UN event in Geneva
Geneva, March 26: Human rights defenders from various parts of India commended the country's significant progress across multiple sectors at a side event held at the United Nations during the 58th Session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday.
US calls on Bangladesh to follow rules of human rights
Washington, March 25: The United States has said that it expects the current interim government of Bangladesh led by Muhammad Yunus to abide by the rules of human rights and adopt fair methods towards its citizens amid rising threats of Islamic extremism.
We expect Bangladesh to follow rules of Human Rights: US
Washington DC, March 25: The United States expects Bangladesh to follow the rules of human rights and be fair to their own citizens, the US State Department said on Monday, in relation to the
NHRC seeks report from TN govt over assault on Dalit student
New Delhi, March 25: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report in which a Class-XI student, belonging to the Scheduled Caste, was assaulted by upper caste boys in a bus in Tamil Nadu.
UN warns education ban on Afghan girls will 'haunt generations'
New York, March 25: The United Nations Women on Tuesday warned that it will have generational consequences in Afghanistan as girls are denied education for the third year in a row.
Algeria moves to criminalise French colonialism amid diplomatic tensions with Paris
Algiers, March 24: Algeria's parliament has established a commission to draft a law criminalising French colonial rule (1830-1962), a move deemed "historical" amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
'38 hrs since Mahrang Baloch's detention': Amnesty International demands release of Baloch rights leader
Islamabad, March 23: Amnesty International South Asia, Regional Office on Sunday called on Pakistani authorities to immediately release Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch and all others being detained for exercising their right to peaceful protest.
Indian Law Institute, NHRC organise day-long seminar for media, govt PROs on issues of human rights and challenges
New Delhi, March 23: The Indian Law Institute (ILI) and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) jointly organised a day-long training programme for media personnel and government Public Relations Officers on 'Media and Human Rights: Issues and Challenges'.
European nations address rights violations in Tibet at UN Human Rights Council amid China's 'oppressive' policies
Geneva, March 23: The ongoing human rights violations in Tibet have drawn significant international condemnation, with 28 European countries raising serious concerns during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, as reported by Tibet.net.
UN agency calls for lifting ban on education for girls in Afghanistan
New York, March 22: The United Nations children's agency on Saturday urged that all girls in Afghanistan must be allowed to return to school as the new school year in the country begins. The appeal was made since it marks three years of the ban on girls' secondary education. The decision of the Afghan Taliban to deprive education rights continues to harm the future of millions of Afghan girls.
Geneva: BNM chief urges Pashtuns to declare struggle for 'freedom', unite with Baloch and Sindhi
Geneva, March 22: Naseem Baloch, Chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), appealed for unity among "oppressed nations" while addressing the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) event at the Geneva Press Club on Friday.
India's social bonding is very high, happiness index doesn't reflect reality: Sri Sri Ravishankar
Washington DC, March 22: Spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar expressed disappointment over India being ranked 118th in the 2025 World Happiness Index, saying the country deserves a much higher position due to its strong social bonds, cooperation, and human values.
UN vows to help Somalia promote equality, end racial discrimination
Mogadishu, March 21: The United Nations marked the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on Friday by reaffirming its support and commitment to promoting equality, dignity and respect for all in Somalia.
Pak: Paank condemns enforced disappearances in Balochistan, calls for global intervention
Quetta, March 21: Paankm, the human rights department of the Baloch National Movement, has condemned the arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance of Beebagr Baloch and his brother Hammal Baloch, who is being held at Bijligar Tana, Quetta, and Ilyas Baloch, who is now being imprisoned at Huda Jail, Quetta.
Geneva: Balochistan human rights crisis raised at UNHRC session
Geneva, March 21: Niaz Baloch, Coordinator of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) Foreign Department and a Central Committee Member, highlighted the alarming human rights situation in Balochistan, during the 58th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva.
Pak authorities clueless as deadline for mass deportation of Afghan refugees approaches
Islamabad, March 21: The Pakistan government has not set any guidelines as the deadline for the mass repatriation of Afghan refugees from the country is just ten days away, leaving relevant departments clueless.
US Secy of State Marco Rubio writes letter to Tibetan President in-exile, reaffirms strong support for 'Tibetan cause'
Dharamshala, March 20: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has sent a letter to Tibetan President in-exile, Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said in a statement.
Geneva: World Sindhi Congress protests over illegal canals on Indus River at UN Human Rights Council session
Geneva, March 20: World Sindhi Congress held a huge protest to voice their concerns over the construction of illegal canals along the Indus River during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council at Geneva, and draw attention to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Pakistan's Sindh.
International campaign for Tibet highlights CCP's agenda to tighten control over occupied region
Washington DC, March 18: The advocacy group International Campaign for Tibet in a recent article by 'International Campaign for Tibet' highlighted the implications of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) policies on Tibet as observed during the 2025 "two sessions" meetings in Beijing.
Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile Speaker condemns worsening situation of Tibet under Chinese rule
Dharamshala, March 18: Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile Speaker Khenpo Sonam Tenphel has condemned the worsening situation in Tibet under Chinese rule, with a particular focus on the harsh restrictions imposed on Tibetan students on March 10, 2025, the Tibetan National Uprising Day.
Tibetan Monk Lobsang Phuntsok remembered on 14th anniversary of self-immolation
Dharamshala, March 17: The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) commemorated the life and sacrifice of Tibetan monk Lobsang Phuntsok, who tragically self-immolated on March 16, 2011, in Ngaba, Amdo, at the age of 21.
NHRC trains 67 interns to be rights defenders
New Delhi, March 17: Serving humanity by utilising knowledge would be the biggest contribution of 67 interns who attended NHRC's two-week online short-term internship programme, said Commission Member Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi on Monday.
NHRC trains 67 interns to be rights defenders
New Delhi, March 17: Serving humanity by utilising knowledge would be the biggest contribution of 67 interns who attended NHRC’s two-week online short-term internship programme, said Commission Member Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi on Monday.
Rights groups stage protest against China's proposed mega-embassy in London
London, March 16: Hong Kong rights groups, along with several Tibetans, Uyghurs, and local residents, gathered at the historic former Royal Mint Court in London to protest China's plan for a 'mega-embassy. '
Hundreds of Afghan refugees face forcible deportation from Pak, Iran
Kabul, March 16: As forced deportation and illegal detention of Afghan refugees continues, data reveals that Iran and Pakistan deported 674 Afghan migrant families between March 8 and March 14.
Defending enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings -- how Pakistan continues to alienate Balochistan
N: ew Delhi: The scale and the audacity of the attack on the Jaffar Express, a passenger train carrying over 400 passengers in the Bolan region of Balochistan, underscores the growing boldness of insurgent groups in Pakistan. The incident, involving explosives to derail the train and the subsequent hostage-taking of civilians and security personnel, highlights the deteriorating security situation in volatile regions of Pakistan, like Balochistan.
South Korea calls for immediate release of three missionaries detained in North Korea following UN report
Seoul, March 14: The South Korean unification ministry on Friday called for the immediate and unconditional release of three South Korean missionaries held in North Korea, following the United Nations' adoption of a report demanding their release.
Thousands rally in Hague to mark Tibetan National Uprising Day
Hague, March 13: Over 3,000 Tibetans and supporters from across Europe gathered in The Hague to mark the 66th Tibetan National Uprising Day at the Fifth Edition of the 'Europe Stands With Tibet Rally,' as reported by the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), showing their unwavering commitment to the Tibetan struggle for freedom against China.
Israeli leaders condemn UN report on Gaza, call it 'Blood Libel'
Jerusalem, March 13: Israeli leaders have strongly condemned a United Nations report accusing Israel of committing "genocidal acts" in Gaza, denouncing it as a "blood libel" that distorts the truth, the Jerusalem Post reported.
ICC says arrest of former Philippines President 'means a lot' to victims
Manila, March 13: The International Criminal Court (ICC) has stated that the arrest of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte "means a lot" for the victims of his "war on drugs," according to media reports.