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Published on Jan 1, 2026

Repression Without Borders: How Pakistan Silences Critics Overseas

At a minimum, US agencies should treat credible allegations of Pakistani transnational repression as a national security and civil liberties issue. Pakistan’s generals have long understood a simple political truth: repression works best when it travels. In …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on Jan 1, 2026

Bangladesh's human rights situation worsened in 2025: HRSS report

Human rights violations became more visible across Bangladesh in 2025, with sharp increases in political and election-related violence, mob attacks, assaults on journalists, border killings, and violence against women and children, according to an annual …

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on Jan 1, 2026

India: a dystopia for minorities

.The writer is a security and defence analyst with a PhD from NUST:rwjanj@hotmail.com Shining India has lost its lustre under Modi mania which grips India today. Unfortunately, the Nehruvian secularism has been totally eclipsed by the RSS-driven Hundutva …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on 04:27 GMT

Indore water deaths: India’s cleanest city faces deadly water crisis as sewage mix kills 8. All you need to know

At least eight people have died and over 200 have been hospitalised in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore district after sewage mixed with drinking water in Bhagirathpura area.Investigations revealed that a toilet constructed directly above a main drinking water …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Jan 1, 2026

Pakistan asks India to implement Indus Waters Treaty

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi said on Thursday that Pakistan asks India to implement the Indus Waters Treaty. According to details, speaking at the weekly media briefing, Andrabi said that the Pakistani Indus Water …

Source: Samaa - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 1, 2026

Pakistan's invisible climate casualties

.The writer is an academic and researcher. He is also the author of Development, Poverty, and Power in Pakistan, available from Routledge Vulnerable communities are hit hardest by climate-linked disasters and remain exposed long after the headlines fade. …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on 05:15 GMT

Eight U.S. lawmakers pen letter in support of Umar Khalid; urge India to grant bail, fair trial ‘as per international ...

Activist Umar Khalid was arrested in September 2020 under charges like criminal conspiracy, rioting, unlawful assembly and Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). File | Photo Credit: PTI Eight lawmakers from the United States have penned a letter to …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on 02:25 GMT

Sajad Lone slams CM Omar Abdullah's silence on attacks on Kashmiris

JKPC President Sajad Lone has slammed CM Omar Abdullah for his silence on the harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers. Separately, the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association has written to the NHRC seeking intervention over attacks on traders and students. …

Source: Asianet Newsable - Center-right
Published on 03:00 GMT

JKSA writes to rights panel over harassment of Kashmiri students, vendors across country

The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has sought intervention of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to look into the harassment, intimidation, and violence faced by Kashmiri shawl sellers and students across India, particularly in Himachal …

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on 01:10 GMT

“Not making efforts”: Sajad Lone questions Omar Abdullah’s silence on Kashmiri shawl sellers’ harassment

Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference (JKPC) President Sajad Lone on Thursday denounced Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his alleged silence on the reported harassment of Kashmiri shawl sellers. Highlighting the steps taken by him on the issue of assault …

Source: The News Mill - Neutral
Published on 03:54 GMT

India News | Kerala CM Notes 'hectic Day'; Didn't Have Time for Discussion with Karnataka CM

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], January 2 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, on Thursday, detailed a "hectic" schedule, noting that he was unable to hold any important discussion with Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah when they both …

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate
Published on 03:54 GMT

World News | After Mamdani, 8 US Lawmakers Pledge Support for Umar Khalid; Ask India to Grant Him 'fair Trial'

Washington DC [US], January 2 (ANI): After newly sworn in Mayor of New York Zohran Mamdani wrote a letter of support to Umar Khalid, an accused in the North East Delhi riots larger Conspiracy case, eight U.S. lawmakers have now written a letter urging the …

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate
Published on 01:29 GMT

India News | Haryana Sees Major IPS Reshuffle After Ajay Singhal Takes Charge as DGP

Panchkula (Haryana) [India], January 2 (ANI): The Haryana government has carried out a major reshuffle in the senior police leadership, reassigning key IPS officers across departments as part of an administrative reorganisation aimed at strengthening …

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate
Published on 03:54 GMT

India News | Indore Water Contamination: Govt Monitoring Situation Says Dy CM, Assures Treatment of Affected People

Maihar (Madhya Pradesh) [India], January 2 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla on Friday said the state government is closely monitoring the water contamination incident in Indore and has taken all necessary steps to ensure proper …

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 1, 2026

US lawmakers urge India to free riot accused Khalid

A group of US lawmakers has written to India’s Ambassador in Washington, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, expressing “continued concern” over the prolonged pre-trial detention of student activist and scholar Umar Khalid and urging that he be granted bail. In a letter, …

Source: The Tribune (Chandigarh) - Neutral
Published on 00:02 GMT

Unnecessary c-sections surge in Pakistan as hospitals prioritise profit

With a lack of medical regulation encouraging profit-driven practices, new mothers, babies at risk of complications LAHORE/KARACHI/PESHAWAR: The discovery of caesarean deliveries, or C-sections, was a major medical breakthrough that helped prevent …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on 03:09 GMT

Life after 90: Meet India’s nonagenarians who refuse to slow down

Dr. Sneh Bhargava: ‘Stay current, drop your frowns’ At 95, the first and the only woman director of AIIMS says ‘not possible’ is not part of her vocabulary Dr. Sneh Bhargava, the first and only woman director of AIIMS. | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Jan 1, 2026

Hindu nationalists unleash wave of Christmas violence across India

Local BJP official Anju Bhargava accuses Safalta Kartik of converting to Christianity at Christmas event for blind children in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh state, India on Dec. 20, 2025. Screenshot from video A district vice president of the Hindu nationalist …

Source: Christian Daily International - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 1, 2026

India News | JKSA Writes to NHRC Seeking Probe into Harassment of Kashmiri Shawl Sellers

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], January 1 (ANI): The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Thursday wrote to the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), seeking urgent intervention into the alarming and systematic harassment, intimidation …

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 09:35 GMT

Slovenia begins membership of the UN Human Rights Council for 2026–2028

SLOVENIA, January 1 - Following the successful completion of its two-year term on the UN Security Council, Slovenia will continue to pursue a proactive and responsible approach to the promotion of human rights and to the maintenance of international peace …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

Abramyan: Citizen Diplomat Advocates for Detainees, Dispute Resolution and Human Rights

Tireless intermediary in the Capital calls US leaders’ attention to conditions in Armenia – Azerbaijan region WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No stranger to conflict resolution, the power of personal engagement …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 23:47 GMT

Tamil Diaspora Publishes Analysis on Britain’s 1948 Constitutional Exit from Ceylon and Its Long-Term Impact on SL

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Britain’s constitutional exit from Ceylon in 1948 proceeded from a fundamental historical misreading of the island. The Tamil people are among the island’s most ancient and …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 09:35 GMT

Slovenia on the UN Security Council: two years of responsible, visible and principled engagement

SLOVENIA, December 31 - Throughout its term, Slovenia participated in 558 formal meetings and 238 consultations of the Security Council. During this period, the Council adopted 90 resolutions, 15 presidential statements and 78 press statements. It also …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 08:22 GMT

CAIR Slams Pentagon’s Decision to Supply New Fighter Aircraft to Israel

(MENAFN) The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) on Tuesday "strongly" condemned the Pentagon’s decision to award Boeing an $8.6 billion contract to supply new fighter aircraft to Israel. "At a time when human rights organizations …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 08:15 GMT

CAIR denounces Pentagon’s approval of fighter jet contract for Israel

(MENAFN) A prominent American Muslim organization sharply criticized a recent Pentagon decision to grant a multibillion-dollar defense contract to a major aerospace company for the supply of fighter jets to Israel, according to statements released Tuesday. …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 08:18 GMT

Israeli Forces Shoot Dead Twenty-Year-Old Palestinian in West Bank

(MENAFN) A 20-year-old Palestinian died after Israeli military forces fired on his vehicle in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday, according to Israeli armed forces and Palestinian authorities. The Palestinian Red Crescent confirmed three individuals …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 12:36 GMT

Legal systems in Arab League countries failing rape survivors, Equality Now analysis finds

Discriminatory laws and poor enforcement foster victim-blaming and harmful stereotypes, enabling impunity for perpetrators in League of Arab States countries. CAIRO, EGYPT, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal analysis by Equality Now reveals …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 19:09 GMT

New Year, Renewed Mission: Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. Expands Support for Military Families in 2026

Blue Star Mothers of America renews its mission in 2026, expanding support for military families, veterans, and Gold Star families nationwide. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the new year begins, Blue Star …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Karns & Karns Personal Injury & Accident Attorneys Launch Nationwide Campaign Against Rideshare Sexual Assault

The firm’s Sexual Assault Division, led by Attorney Darryl Meigs, fights to hold Uber, Lyft, and negligent corporations accountable for the national crisis. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karns & Karns …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 09:02 GMT

Israel Innovation Authority and Ministry of Education Launch NIS 26M Initiative to Advance Youth Entrepreneurship

New nationwide programs will strengthen Israel’s high-tech human capital, and integrate thousands of students into tech and scientific entrepreneurship pathways JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Israel Innovation …

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Published on January 1, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

True Charity Announces 2026 Annual Summit to Equip Churches and Nonprofits for Effective Poverty Alleviation

April 2026 conference features national leaders examining why many poverty solutions fail—and what works instead. JACKSONVILLE BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- True Charity, a national nonprofit dedicated to …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 23:47 GMT

Tamil Diaspora Publishes Analysis on Britain’s 1948 Constitutional Exit from Ceylon and Its Long-Term Impact on SL

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Britain’s constitutional exit from Ceylon in 1948 proceeded from a fundamental historical misreading of the island. The Tamil people are among the island’s most ancient and …

Distribution channels: Education, Human Rights ...
Published on December 31, 2025 - 23:45 GMT

Message of peace & love, Sundance Award-Winning Director’s CRACK OF LIGHT, Radical Experiment in AI Minimalist Cinema

The film was created as a humanist tribute to all children lost to war, all around the world, past, present, and (hopefully not) future - Gaza as an example. MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Conceived as a …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 20:25 GMT

Abramyan: Citizen Diplomat Advocates for Detainees, Dispute Resolution and Human Rights

Tireless intermediary in the Capital calls US leaders’ attention to conditions in Armenia – Azerbaijan region WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- No stranger to conflict resolution, the power of personal engagement …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 19:36 GMT

R & R Health Announces Launch of New Sober Living & Outpatient Addiction Treatment Services in Redondo Beach, California

R & R Health announces new sober living and outpatient addiction treatment services in Redondo Beach to support lasting, real world recovery. REDONDO BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- R & R Health, a …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

Amplify Ability Celebrates One Year, Announces Expanded Focus on Disability Inclusion Beyond Compliance

Disability-led nonprofit Amplify Ability moves inclusion beyond compliance. With support from major tech nonprofit programs. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amplify Ability, a Portland-based, disability-led …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 18:38 GMT

Adversity Into Adventure Foundation Concludes 2025 Tour with 20,000+ Miles, 33 States, and a Renewed Vision for 2026

End-of-year wrap-up celebrates impact, partnerships, and the power of possibility for the diverse-abled™ community LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After 18 months on the road, spanning 33 states and more …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 17:17 GMT

The Law Office of Traci Trippe Hoffman, Esq. Named Best Criminal Defense Lawyer in Georgia 2025 by Click360 Awards

Marietta-based criminal defense firm recognized for relentless advocacy, local expertise, and commitment to protecting clients in the 2025 High Five Awards. MARIETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law Office of …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 16:04 GMT

Eastside Counseling Center Expands Group Therapy Services in Bellevue

Eastside Counseling Center expands Group Therapy in Bellevue, offering new small-group programs to support connection and emotional growth. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eastside Counseling Center announced …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 12:36 GMT

Legal systems in Arab League countries failing rape survivors, Equality Now analysis finds

Discriminatory laws and poor enforcement foster victim-blaming and harmful stereotypes, enabling impunity for perpetrators in League of Arab States countries. CAIRO, EGYPT, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal analysis by Equality Now reveals …

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Published on December 31, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Americans for Artsakh Petition UN Working Group for Release of Artsakh’s Former Foreign Minister

WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, December 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Americans for Artsakh (AFA) submitted a petition to the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention (WGAD) requesting the release of Davit Babayan, former Foreign Minister of …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 22:48 GMT

Feeding Pets of the Homeless Receives Grant to Support Emergency Veterinary Care and Veteran Pet Support

Grant will help pets of people and veterans experiencing homelessness receive critical care CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national animal welfare nonprofit based in Carson City, …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 22:28 GMT

HonorHealth earns 2025 Wellbeing First Champion recognition supporting physician and APP well-being

HonorHealth named 2025 Wellbeing First Champion for removing barriers to mental health care and supporting physician and APP well-being. SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HonorHealth, a leading Valley …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 18:04 GMT

Kendra Hall Announces Droppin’ Jewelz 2026 Women’s Empowerment & Awards Brunch in Philadelphia

Honoring influential women leaders, youth changemakers, and male ally honorees at a purpose-driven Philadelphia brunch on March 7, 2026. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 7, 2026, the historic …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 17:05 GMT

YMCA of Middletown Awarded $1,060,000 NY SWIMS Grant to Preserve and Reconstruct Historic Camp Robbins Pool

New York State awards NY SWIMS funding to the YMCA of Middletown to reconstruct the Camp Robbins pool and expand aquatic access. MIDDLETOWN, NY, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The YMCA of Middletown announced today that …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

ALTA TOWERS ADVISORS APPOINTS DAVID FENWICK AS CHAPLAIN

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alta Towers Advisors, a boutique M&A advisory firm known for combining financial excellence with principled leadership, is pleased to announce that David Fenwick has joined …

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Published on December 30, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

His Little Ones Partners with Asia Highland Partners to Support Orphaned and Vulnerable Children in India and Nepal

AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, December 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His Little Ones, a U.S.-based Christian nonprofit organization focused on supporting orphaned and vulnerable children, announced a new partnership with Asia Highland Partners (AHP …

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