Human Rights

Russian lawmakers set to toughen anti-terrorism laws, human rights activists slam move

Russian human rights activists have criticised the latest draft of the anti-terror laws, saying it threatens constitutional rights.

Jun 25, 2016

Porn association in Japan apologises after woman complains of being coerced into acting in adult films

The association also apologised for not addressing the issue earlier.

Jun 23, 2016

US court allows police to use illegally obtained evidence against defendant

The judgement pertains to the case where a police officer arrested the defendant but lacked any reasonable suspicion to conclude that the defendant was violating the law.

Jun 21, 2016

Mica mining in Jharkhand employs child labour: Reports

The state government is under pressure from activists to clamp down on child workers employed to mine mica.

Jun 21, 2016

Here is how the Sikh community wins hearts in Kashmir during Ramadan

Be it a Sikh garment seller or a roadside food stall, Kashmir's Sikh population is displaying unique brotherhood during Ramadan.

Jun 20, 2016

On World Refugee Day, a view of life in refugee camps [Photos]

Forced to flee their homes due to war and conflict, millions live in cramped tents, temporary set-ups and in dire conditions.

Jun 20, 2016

Houthi rebels, pro-Yemen forces exchange 194 prisoners in Taiz city

The recent exchange of prisoners is expected to solidify the ceasefire after repeated violations by both the sides.

Jun 19, 2016

New declassified documents reveal how CIA abused, tortured prisoners

The documents also shed light on the case of Abu Zubaydah, who was mistaken for a top Al Qaeda agent and was wrongfully detained and tortured at CIA black-site.

Jun 19, 2016

Indonesia to push boat with 40 Tamil refugees out to sea

The people on the boat were not allowed to disembark as their destination was not Indonesia.

Jun 17, 2016

MSF lashes out at EU over migrant crisis, rejects funding

The humanitarian organisation said the EU-Turkey deal is aimed at keeping thousands of refugees from Syria and Iraq away from European countries.

Jun 17, 2016

EU to 'condition' its relation with world's leading executioner state Iran

EU pledges support for action on human rights violations reportedly taking place under Hassan Rouhani's regime in Iran.

Jun 16, 2016

Not paying Rs. 300 bribe cost this Madurai man his son's life

A government hospital staff demanded Rs. 300 bribe from Ganapathy to move his son to the emergency ward.

Jun 15, 2016

World Day Against Child Labour 2016: Theme, best quotes, slogans and sayings [PHOTOS]

The International Labour Organization launched the World Day Against Child Labour in 2002.

Jun 11, 2016

Saudi Arabia financially blackmailed UN into retracting report on its role in Yemen bombings: Reports

Ban Ki-moon is under fire for reportedly concealing information that linked the Saudi coalition with increased child casualties in Yemen.

Jun 10, 2016

Activists want India-US talks to include human rights issues

Human rights and religious freedom in India have suffered during the two years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rule, say global campaigners and activists.

Jun 9, 2016