Congress Issues Dissent Over Appointment Of NHRC Chairperson; Raises Concerns On Selection Process
Congress issued a dissent note challenging President Droupadi Murmu's appointment of former Supreme Court judge as NHRC chairperson.
Bangladesh Requests India To Send Back Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
Bangladesh has requested India to return Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India on 5 August after a student-led movement led to her ousting.
SC To Investigate Audio Tape Alleging Manipur CM Instigated Violence
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta opposed Bhushan’s claims. He argued that Bhushan should first approach the High Court. Chief Justice Chandrachud responded firmly, saying, “We do not appreciate any attempt to suppress things
Tokyo High Court Declares Same-Sex Marriage Ban Unconstitutional; Denies Compensation Claims
Japan's Tokyo High Court ruled that not recognizing same-sex marriage violates constitutional rights but denied damages to the plaintiffs.
Delhi High Court Dismisses PIL On Rohingya Children’s School Admissions
On Tuesday, the Delhi High Court declines PIL challenging MCD's refusal of school admission to Rohingya children lacking Aadhaar.
Antonio Guterres Urges Bangladesh To Include Minorities & Uphold Human Rights Ahead Of Elections
Antonio Guterres has urged Bangladesh's interim govt to prioritize minority inclusion and human rights ahead of the parliamentary elections.
United Nations To Add Israel To Its Human Rights Blacklist, Israeli Prime Minister Reacts
The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' annual 'Children and Armed Conflict' report is not due to be published until June 18
Russia Labels Human Rights Activist As Foreign Agent
The foreign agent designation requires people and businesses on the list to include a disclaimer on any publications they publish, as well as severe financial reporting and self-disclosure obligations
China’s Human Rights Record Scrutinizes At Key UN Meeting
Eric Chan, Hong Kong's chief secretary, praised the legislation
The Regression of Women’s Rights in Iran
The situation of women in Iran has, over the past decade, become an egregious conflate of human rights violations, suppression of fundamental rights and also regression concerning freedom of expression and political rights.
