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Nearly 3 in 4 Pakistan inmates await trial amid prison overcrowding in country: Report

Pakistan's prisons are facing severe overcrowding, with people awaiting trial making up nearly three-fourths of the country's prison population, a Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) report has found.

The Times of India · Oct 7

Pak court suspends medical council's order to expel Afghan students from institutions

A Pakistani court has suspended an order to expel Afghan students. The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council's directive is now on hold. Afghan students can continue their education and remain in hostels. This decision follows a petition filed by affected students. The court will hear further arguments on September 18.

The Economic Times · Sep 11

'Disproportionate' use of force against PoK protesters, polls not credible: Pakistan's human rights body

Pakistan's human rights body questioned the PoK election's credibility. The state used disproportionate force against protesters, deepening polarization. Longstanding grievances fueled unrest and institutional distrust in the region. India called the PoK elections a complete farce and criticized Pakistan's actions. The report urged an independent investigation into all deaths and…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Rights Body raises alarm over detention of political activists in PoGB

The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has raised serious concerns over the detention of political activists in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 12, 2024

32 Killed In New Sectarian Violence In Pakistan

At least 32 people were killed and 47 wounded in sectarian clashes in northwest Pakistan, an official told AFP on Saturday, two days after attacks on Shiite passenger convoys killed 43.

International Business Times · Nov 23, 2024

Pakistan bans prominent Pashtun rights group citing security concerns

Government says activities of the Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement were ‘prejudicial’ to the country’s peace and security.

Al Jazeera · Oct 7, 2024

Pakistan Police Kill Blasphemy Suspect In Shootout

Recent extrajudicial killing of blasphemy suspect in Pakistan sparks condemnation and calls for accountability amid rising tensions over blasphemy accusations.

Top News · Sep 19, 2024

Kurram clashes: How a Pakistani land dispute led to a deadly tribal battle

At least 46 people were killed and 200 injured in clashes until a ceasefire was agreed upon on Wednesday.

Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2024

What’s behind Pakistan’s move to ban Imran Khan’s PTI?

Analysts say the move could have been triggered by recent legal wins for the PTI — but could backfire on the government.

Al Jazeera · Jul 18, 2024

Pakistan’s government seeks to ban party of former PM Imran Khan

Move comes after supreme court ruling makes PTI largest party in parliament

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2024