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KTR seeks apology from Telangana CM after NHRC found violations in Lagacharla
Hyderabad, April 21: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K. T.
Communal clashes in West Bengal failure of state administration, says NHRC member Priyank Kanoongo
Bhopal/Kolkata, April 19: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member, Priyank Kanoongo, on Friday, hit out at the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, alleging that her government failed to protect the citizens of the state.
NHRC to send team to probe rights violation in Murshidabad
New Delhi, April 15: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Tuesday decided to send a team to West Bengal's Murshidabad to inquire into rights violation in the troubled district due to violent protests against the Waqf Act, 2025.
NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of prisoners' plight, issues notices to states and UTs
New Delhi, April 8: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of the grave issues faced by prisoners, particularly women inmates and their children, in jails across the country. In a significant move to address the systemic challenges in the prison system, the NHRC has issued notices to the Chief Secretaries of all States and Union Territories, calling for comprehensive reports on the situation within four weeks.
India showcases gender equality progress at UNHRC-58 side event
Geneva, April 2: The Rajasthan Samagra Kalyan Sansthan (RSKS India) made a significant impact during the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC-58) with its side event entitled "Breaking Barriers: Advancing Gender Equity and Empowering Women in India."
Photo exhibition in Geneva showcases Jammu and Kashmir's transformation
Geneva, April 1: The Eco Fawn Society organized a unique photo exhibition at the renowned Broken Chair in Geneva, showcasing the significant advancements Jammu and Kashmir (J-K) has achieved in infrastructure, education, healthcare, employment, living standards, and management of the state budget.
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.
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.
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.
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'.
China's Metok dam poses severe risks to Tibet's environment, warns UN advocacy officer
Geneva, March 22: Phuntsok Tobgyal, the UN Advocacy Officer at the Office of Tibet in Geneva, raised serious concerns about the environmental and social impacts of China's proposed Metok Dam during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), as reported by Tibet.net.
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.
India's UN Representative raises voice at UNHRC over persecution of Hindus and Christians in Pakistan
Geneva, March 21: Christians (2.4 billion) and Hindus (1.2 billion) are considered minorities in Pakistan, constituting only over 3 per cent of the country's total population, and they endure severe persecution.
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.
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.
NHRC, India's second ITEC Executive capacity-building programme on human rights for NHRIs of Global South concludes
New Delhi, March 8: The ITEC Executive Capacity Building Programme on Human Rights, organised by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs for senior functionaries of the National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) of the Global South, concluded on Saturday, the NHRC said in a release.
NHRC seeks Punjab govt report on minor's 'harassment' by pastor
New Delhi, March 7: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Friday sought a report within one week from the Punjab government and state police on a complaint against a pastor for allegedly sexually harassing a minor girl over the past three years.
TN: Village head man ostracises 30 members of 8 family, faces NHRC scrutiny
New Delhi, March 6: An incident of alleged ostracisation of nearly 30 members of eight families in Tamil Nadu village has come to the notice of the NHRC which has sought a report from the Tenkasi district collector within two weeks, an official said on Thursday.
NHRC to organise ITEC Executive Capacity Building Programme on human rights
New Delhi, March 2: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs is organising a six-day Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Executive Capacity Building Programme on human rights for senior-level functionaries of the National Human Rights Institutions of Global South.
NHRC announces winners of 10th annual competition for short films 2024
New Delhi, February 27: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India announced the winners of its tenth prestigious annual competition for short films on human rights in 2024. It has chosen 'Doodh Ganga- Valley's Dying Lifeline' for the first prize of Rs. 2 lakh.
In UNHRC address, EAM Jaishankar highlights India's commitment to global unity, mutual respect
Geneva, February 25: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in his address to the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva reiterated the country's commitment to protecting and promoting human rights.
Tibetan community protests at UNHRC Session in Geneva, condemns China's human rights violations
Geneva, February 25: The Tibetan Community of Switzerland and Liechtenstein (TCSL) organised a protest in front of the United Nations headquarters in Geneva on the opening day of the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on February 24 (local time).
Nepal's Human Rights Commission requests Indian body to investigate death of Nepali student in KIIT
Kathmandu, February 24: Nepal's National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has sent a written request to the Indian Human Rights Commission requesting to investigate death of Nepali student at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha.
Have clear policies for content removal requests from govts: YouTube on Allahbadia video
New Delhi, Feb 11: After the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) directed social media platform YouTube to pull down “obscene and vulgar” content based on remarks of podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia on the controversial show 'India's Got Latent', the Google-owned platform said on Tuesday it has clear policies for removal requests from governments around the world.
South Korea: NHRCK meets over agenda on Yoon's right to fair trial
Seoul, Feb 10: South Korean state human rights watchdog began a meeting on Monday to discuss whether to adopt a recommendation to guarantee President Yoon Suk Yeol's right to defence during his impeachment trial at the Constitutional Court.