Human Rights

Denied a home loan by banks, transgender activist Akkai raises concern online

The 35-year-old, who is the voice of transgender rights in Karnataka, has said that her identity as a transgender is the reason she has been denied a loan by several banks.

Jun 21, 2018

One small step for them, a huge step for the LGBTQ community

Jiya Das and Debdatta Biswas made history when they became the first transgender people to work in an Indian operation theatre. The two were trained as technicians by School for Skills and Allied Health Science for free in a pilot project.

Jun 21, 2018

UN Ambassador Nikki Haley announces US' withdrawal of UNHRC membership

US exits from UN human rights body; Amnesty International up in arms

America has opted out of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHRC), saying the organization is not worthy of being called a human rights council. Its biased nature has been cited as the reason behind the decision.

Jun 20, 2018

US Immigration Crackdown: Isolation and no legal aid, 52 detained Indians speak of plight in Oregon federal prison

The 52 Indian men, mostly Sikhs and Christians, said that they had been separated from their families weeks ago and had not been able to meet anyone since. They also had no clue of where their wives and children were and feared that they may never see their families again and be deported.

Jun 20, 2018

Iran executes man from persecuted Sufi minority sect after 'flawed trial'

Iran's Gonabadi Dervishes, face discrimination, harassment, arbitrary arrest and detention. The executed man, Mohammad Salas, was from this Sufi minority sect. Rights groups say his trial was unfair.

Jun 18, 2018

Outrage over US immigration policy grows after helpline numbers to track children draws a blank

The department is said to be giving out a handout to parents separated from their children at the US-Mexico border. The document titled "Next Steps for Families" comes with a set of three instructions in English and Spanish and gives out a few helpline numbers and email addresses as well.

Jun 18, 2018

RTI amendment in the offing; activist questions Centre's refusal to share details

Activist Anjali Bhardwaj filed an RTI request to find out when changes were proposed, what they are but the government refuses to provide any details. She has expressed her concern over media reports that the amendment was regressive.

Jun 16, 2018

UN's World Food Programme is out of money to feed Syrian refugees

Is there food during Eid 2018? Plight of millions of refugee Muslims in sharp focus

By placing a three-month old story on its front page on Eid Day, prominent Gulf daily is obviously calling for attention to the plight of refugees stranded in other lands even even as the Muslim community marks one of its biggest celebrations.

Jun 16, 2018

Quick response: Why is Kerala police facing serial charges of human rights violations?

Kerala police in the dock after serial incidents of rule-bending to save people in power. First a youth assaulted by an MLA is booked under non-bailable offences and later they turn the tables on a policemen assaulted by an ADGP's daughter.

Jun 15, 2018

N Korea no longer a nuclear threat: President Trump

Post-Korea Summit, Trump's a changed man, so is Kim Jong Un, a 'very smart guy'

Trump can't stop applauding Kim Jong Un after his return from the successful Singapore summit. He quickly changed his opinion and called the latter a "very smart guy" who loves his nation and people.

Jun 14, 2018

Lt Col Purohit's shocking letter reveals torture, illegal detention

The letter reveals accused in Malegaon blast case was tortured and forced to confess to the crime he never committed, Human Rights Commission investigating the claim

Jun 14, 2018

Dutch police train eagles to hunt drones

UK, Italy and Sweden help abusive states suppress human rights and press freedom - Amnesty

Abusive regimes around the world use sophisticated electronic surveillance equipment sourced from European countries for suppressing rights groups, activists and journalists.

Jun 12, 2018

Delhi Police accused of physical harassment, apologises to victims

It is alleged that Delhi Police personnel called Madhumita Ramakrishnan a Nigerian menace who is in India for prostitution and other 'such vices'.

Jun 9, 2018

Sports Authority of India fires coach accused of sexual harassment, pledges strict measures

Looks like the Sports Authority of India is leaving no stone unturned when it comes to ensuring safety from predators at its centers. They have sacked two SAI employees, including a coach, both named in sexual harassment complaints.

Jun 7, 2018

Amnesty official commits suicide unable to handle work pressure; complains he was made to slog

Senior Amnesty International official Gaëtan Mootoo commits suicide in his Paris office after going on record about highly stressful work conditions. Colleagues press for impartial inquiry. .