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Published on 11:25 GMT

World News | Human Rights Defenders Praise India's Progress at UN Event in Geneva

Geneva [Switzerland], March 26 (ANI): 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 …

Source: Latestly - Uncategorized
Published on 14:23 GMT

Human rights defenders praise India’s progress at UN event in Geneva

GENEVA : 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. Organised …

Source: The Arabian Stories - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Rights groups call for release of Venezuela human rights defenders

The International Service for Human Rights (ISHR) and several other rights groups called for the release of imprisoned rights defenders in Venezuela at the UN Human Rights Council on Monday, noting the prevalence of enforced disappearances used to silence …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on 16:30 GMT

Human Rights Watch demands HSTV journalist Mhlanga's unconditional release

The authorities allege that Mhlanga transmitted information that incites violence or causes damage to property under Section 164 of Zimbabwe’s Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act. HARARE, Mar.26 (NewsDayLive) -Global human rights defender, Human …

Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Neutral
Published on 12:18 GMT

CoE Commissioner Calls for Stronger Human Rights Protection in Georgia

The Council of Europe’s Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O’Flaherty, has called for stronger protection of human rights in Georgia. In a new memorandum published on March 26, Commissioner O’Flaherty expresses concern about the human rights situation …

Source: Civil Georgia - Neutral
Published on 11:46 GMT

The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O'Flaherty, recommends the repeal of the "Foreign Influence ...

The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O'Flaherty, recommends the repeal of the "Foreign Influence Transparency" and "Family Values and Protection of Minors" laws. This is discussed in the memorandum published …

Source: Inter Press News - Neutral
Published on 11:46 GMT

The Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe, Michael O'Flaherty, publishes a report on the human rights ...

The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O'Flaherty, publishes a memorandum on the human rights situation in Georgia, expressing concern over freedom of assembly and expression, the protection of civil society, and the rights of …

Source: Inter Press News - Neutral
Published on 13:41 GMT

İmamoğlu joins list of jailed opponents of President Erdoğan

İstanbul’s now-deposed mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has become the latest Turkish politician or activist opposed to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to fall afoul of the judicial authorities in what campaigners see as an intensifying pattern of repression. Widely …

Source: Stockholm Center for Freedom - Left-wing
Published on 13:43 GMT

Brazilian Jurists Reject U.S. Actions Against Venezuelan Migrants

On Tuesday, the Brazilian Association of Jurists for Democracy (ABJD) denounced that the United States has used the Alien Enemy Act to kidnap 238 Venezuelan migrants and deport them to El Salvador without providing them due process. The ABJD’s public …

Source: teleSUR - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 09:25 GMT

Pakistan: Opaque ‘Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan’ targeting Afghan refugees must be withdrawn

The Pakistani government’s plans to arbitrarily and forcibly expel Afghan nationals, including refugees and asylum seekers, as part of the opaque ‘Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan’ will only add to their plight, Amnesty International said today, ahead …

Source: Amnesty International - Center-left
Published on 12:54 GMT

Cop Shakur arrested, detained in Naivasha for allegedly having toy gun

Cop Shakur, a famous prison officer, was detained over a toy gun found during his arrest in Naivasha The court granted detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) 24 hours to investigate if the toy gun qualifies as a firearm Kenyans on …

Source: TUKO - Neutral
Published on 13:03 GMT

GOVERNMENT REVISES CYBER SECURITY AND CYBER CRIMES BILLS AFTER STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIONS

GOVERNMENT REVISES CYBER SECURITY AND CYBER CRIMES BILLS AFTER STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATIONS The Government has finalized amendments to the Cyber Security Bill (N.A.B. No. 29 of 2024) and the Cyber Crimes Bill (N.A.B. No. 30 of 2024) following extensive …

Source: Zambian Observer - Uncategorized
Published on 11:37 GMT

Michelle Campos: A martyr’s daughter and product of Lumad school

MANILA — Lumad leader Michelle Campos has been described by her relatives and human rights defenders as someone who is determined to fight for justice. For her aunt, former Bayan Muna representative Eufemia Cullamat, Michelle is a kind daughter and never …

Source: Bulatlat - Left-wing
Published on 11:45 GMT

Weaponizing the Web: How Cyber Harassment Silences Marginalized Voices in Pakistan

Pakistan’s marginalized communities—women, transgender individuals, and religious minorities—face a hostile online environment where cyber harassment is systematically weaponized to silence them. A recent research study on tackling marginalization in …

Source: Daily Times - Label Pending
Published on 13:50 GMT

USCIRF recommends designating India as 'country of particular concern'; New Delhi says report 'biased'

The USCIRF in the report has recommended targeted sanctions against India’s Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), the nation’s external intelligence agency. The recommendations of the report, however, are not binding. This recommendation follows US allegations …

Source: The New Indian Express - Neutral
Published on 09:29 GMT

Media Council warns against rising tide of SLAPP lawsuits in PNG

The Media Council of Papua New Guinea convened its latest Press Club event focusing on the alarming increase of Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation (SLAPP) lawsuits. Held at the Lamana Hotel, in Port Moresby, earlier today, the council …

Source: Papua New Guinea Post Courier - Neutral
Published on 12:38 GMT

OPINION:King Mswati not involved in stealing of millions for junior police officers salary increment,there’s sufficient ...

By Zweli Martin Dlamini Senator Isaac Magagula, the then National Commissioner literally created ‘a new structure of over twenty(20) Deputy and Assistant Police Commissioners” just to loot millions of public funds meant to increase salaries for junior …

Source: Swaziland News - Neutral
Published on 10:38 GMT

RA Ombudsman meets Human Rights Watch official in Geneva

March 26, 2025 - 14:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Human Rights Defender of Armenia, Anahit Manasyan, continues her working visit to Geneva. On March 25, she met with Lucy McKernan, Deputy Director for United Nations Affairs at the Geneva office of Human …

Source: PanARMENIAN.Net - Neutral
Published on 06:27 GMT

Nyanza-Lac : a man arrested for attempted murder of his wife

A family tragedy of rare violence shook the district of Nyanza-Lac, in Makamba province (southern Burundi). Oscar Nyandwi, a local resident, was arrested after seriously injuring his wife, Agnès Niyokwizera, with a machete. The man is currently held at the …

Source: Sos Médias Burundi - Neutral

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 10:47 GMT

South Africa's journey towards human rights and social justice

By Nomonde Mnukwa Human rights play a vital role in South Africa’s democracy, serving as the foundation for promoting and protecting individual dignity, freedom and well-being. From the devastation of over 300 years of colonisation and apartheid, South …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 13:49 GMT

Yemen faces economic freefall and devastating aid crisis after a decade of conflict - Oxfam

Pauline Chetcuti, Oxfam International’s Head of Humanitarian Advocacy and Campaigns said: “Yemenis deserve – and have the right – to live in safety, have access to food, water, health care and to lead on a path towards a peaceful future. “The last …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on March 26, 2025 - 07:12 GMT

Watermelon Pictures to Distribute Award-Winning Film, Exception

Watermelon Pictures to Distribute Award-Winning Film, Exception, Starring Waleed Zuaiter, about silencing of Palestinian Academics in America HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- M Film Lab and Open Screenplay …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 06:50 GMT

Jim Marter Issues Statement on Comments Made by Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Calls on Congresswoman Underwood to Denounce

OSWEGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Marter, Republican candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 14th District, is calling on Congresswoman Lauren Underwood to publicly condemn the offensive and insensitive remarks made …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 09:01 GMT

Minister Nomakhosazana Meth commemorates Human Rights Day

The Minister of Employment and Labour, Ms. Nomakhosazana Meth extends well wishes to fellow South Africans on the occasion of the commemoration of Human Rights Day. Human Rights Day is rooted in the Sharpeville Massacre of 21 March 1960, when apartheid …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 01:27 GMT

Philippines: Renewed hope for displaced families in Basilan

To help address the needs of these displaced families, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), a humanitarian organization that strives to protect and assist victims of armed conflict, conducted an evaluation of Asniah’s village to determine …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 26, 2025 - 01:27 GMT

Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC office in Gaza damaged, civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected

The escalation of hostilities in Gaza over the past week has had significant humanitarian impacts, with hundreds of civilians killed, some of whom remain buried under rubble while others have been left behind unable to be rescued. New evacuation orders and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 21, 2025 - 09:15 GMT

CSI urges UN Human Rights Council to appoint Special Rapporteur for Nagorno Karabakh

Azerbaijan continues to hold hostages and defy international community on Armenians’ right of return, human rights group claims GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, March 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a statement delivered on the floor of the UN Human Rights …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 12:39 GMT

A Write-In Candidate for Thornton Township Supervisor Who Prioritizes People

Thornton Township Supervisor, LaShunte Walton, Write-In candidate, Chicago community leader, Thornton Township election, fiscal responsibility THORNTON TOWNSHIP, IL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LaShunte Walton, a dedicated …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 07:12 GMT

Watermelon Pictures to Distribute Award-Winning Film, Exception

Watermelon Pictures to Distribute Award-Winning Film, Exception, Starring Waleed Zuaiter, about silencing of Palestinian Academics in America HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- M Film Lab and Open Screenplay …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 06:50 GMT

Jim Marter Issues Statement on Comments Made by Rep. Jasmine Crockett, Calls on Congresswoman Underwood to Denounce

OSWEGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Marter, Republican candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 14th District, is calling on Congresswoman Lauren Underwood to publicly condemn the offensive and insensitive remarks made …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 05:09 GMT

SUCCESSFUL LANDING OF THE UKRAINIAN FLAG ON THE MOON, Lunar Museum of Art Showcases Iconic Ukrainian Art on the Moon

KYIV, UKRAINE, March 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Earlier this month,” the Lunar Museum of Art’s (“LUMA”) remarkable collection of digital art and cultural artifacts landed on the Moon, after being launched by a SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. The …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 13:49 GMT

Yemen faces economic freefall and devastating aid crisis after a decade of conflict - Oxfam

Pauline Chetcuti, Oxfam International’s Head of Humanitarian Advocacy and Campaigns said: “Yemenis deserve – and have the right – to live in safety, have access to food, water, health care and to lead on a path towards a peaceful future. “The last …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 26, 2025 - 00:07 GMT

Future Forward Women U.S. Gender Wage Gap Report Shows Gender Pay Gap Here Until 2068, Longer for Black and Latina Women

The report ranks all 50 states for wage equality and shows the pay gap has narrowed by just one percent. The gap could continue for 40+ more years. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Report: The U.S. Gender …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 19:30 GMT

Help TinySuperheroes® Reach 5 Million Kids

SAINT LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TinySuperheroes, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering children facing medical challenges, is launching an ambitious crowdfunding campaign to reach and impact 5 million kids in …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:53 GMT

Judge Glenda Hatchett to Receive ElevateMeD Trailblazer Award at Ignite Atlanta

Renowned Judge, Advocate, and TV Personality Honored for Her Commitment to Justice and Equity in Healthcare ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ElevateMeD is honored to announce that the esteemed Judge Glenda Hatchett will …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:07 GMT

Catholic Charities of Northwest California Hosts Virtual ‘Know Your Rights’ Workshops to Empower Immigrant Communities

Free, virtual workshops on March 26 and 27 offer legal guidance, safety planning, and community support for immigrants and allies across Northern California. ROHNERT PARK, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Catholic …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

iACT Launches AMPLIFi, a Community-led Media Project in Chad and CAR

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- iACT is thrilled to announce the launch of AMPLIFi: an iACT Media Project. This community-led project directly takes on iACT’s mission to partner, resource, and amplify, by co- …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Illinois Dog Bite Legislation: How Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. Protects Victims’ Rights Under Updated Laws

Chicago Law Firm Closely Tracks Legal Developments in Dog Bite Cases CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Illinois law places clear liability on dog owners when their pets bite or attack individuals without …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:27 GMT

Texas Women’s Foundation Releases New Data on the Economic Impact of the Wage Gap in Texas

Closing the wage gap could add more than $60.1 billion annually to the Texas economy DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a follow-on to its 2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report, Texas Women’s Foundation ( …

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 01:27 GMT

Philippines: Renewed hope for displaced families in Basilan

To help address the needs of these displaced families, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), a humanitarian organization that strives to protect and assist victims of armed conflict, conducted an evaluation of Asniah’s village to determine …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on March 26, 2025 - 01:27 GMT

Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC office in Gaza damaged, civilians and humanitarian workers must be protected

The escalation of hostilities in Gaza over the past week has had significant humanitarian impacts, with hundreds of civilians killed, some of whom remain buried under rubble while others have been left behind unable to be rescued. New evacuation orders and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

With U.S. Department of Education Under Threat, K Altman Law Warns of Risks to College Students' Rights

Proposed cuts to Dept. of Education threaten student due process in Title IX cases. K Altman Law urges students to know their rights now. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The proposed Executive Order to …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Renowned Physicist Dr. Young Suh Kim Honored By Close Up Radio in the Field of Science

Close Up Radio honors one of our most respected guests, Dr. Young Suh Kim BELTSVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Science has brought us many new discoveries. Just as important as these discoveries are the scientists behind …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

EIN Presswire Welcomes New General Manager to Lead Global Operations

Petra Megan to spearhead strategic initiatives, operations, and team development to drive continued growth WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIN Presswire, a division of Newsmatics and a leading online news and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

Gaza: The Abominable Desolation

Since October 2023, Israel has been carrying out ever-increasing violations of international law during its military operations in Gaza. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Abomination of the Desolation of Gaza …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Kouga Local Municipality launches SA’s first drone emergency response programme

Kouga Local Municipality has officially launched the continent’s first Drone as a First Responder (DFR) programme KOUGA, SOUTH AFRICA, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a trailblazing leap toward enhancing public safety and disaster …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Announcing Season 7 of ERG PowerTalk, the Half-Million Dollar Free Leadership Series For ERG/BRG Leaders Worldwide

This season, learn all the skills, tactics, and strategies needed to drive impact, prove business value, and successfully navigate the DEI backlash. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated …

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