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Children of jailed Iranian human rights activist accept her Nobel Peace Prize

Narges Mohammadi’s prison sentence has been decried as politically motivated by the international community

The Independent UK

Activists in Uganda finalise appeal to overturn draconian anti-gay law

The legislation, blamed for a rise in violence, has prompted the US to impose visa restrictions on hundreds of Ugandans involved in enacting it

The Guardian - UK

SC directs establishment of ‘Truth and Reconciliation Commission’ to address human rights violations in J&K

Justice Kaul said that the Commission should not turn into a criminal court and must offer a platform for dialogue instead

The Hindu

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Iran stops Mahsa Amini's family travelling to France for EU rights award

Iranian authorities banned members of the late Mahsa Amini's family from traveling to receive the European Union’s top human rights prize on her behalf. Amini's death while in police custody in 2022 sparked nationwide protests that rocked the Islamic Republic.

Radio France Internationale

Activist calls for awareness on condition of political prisoners

At a political convention in Kozhikode, activists called for greater awareness of political prisoners in India who are jailed without trial. Telugu writer B. Anuradha said Muslims live in fear and activists are jailed in the Bhima Koregaon case. P.A. Shyna said a political and legal fight is needed to…

The Hindu

Human rights equal to fundamental rights, says Kerala High Court Chief Justice A.J. Desai

Chief Justice Ashish Jitendra Desai spoke at the Human Rights Day celebrations organised by the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC). He said human rights are fundamental rights that cannot be taken away, and discussed the need to create awareness and instill an understanding of human rights from a young…

The Hindu

Iran blocks Mahsa Amini's family from collecting a human rights prize in her name

Amini's family was attempting to board a flight to France to collect the prize, but authorities told them that they aren't allowed to leave Iran. Their passports were also confiscated.

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Iran’s Mohammadi slams ‘tyrannical’ regime in Nobel Prize speech from jail

Imprisoned Nobel laureate denounces Iranian government in Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech read by her children.

Al Jazeera

Iran stops Mahsa Amini’s family from travelling to receive human rights prize

Ban comes as jailed Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi begins new hunger strike before award ceremony

The Guardian - UK

Human rights groups investigate death at Kenyan Del Monte pineapple farm

Exclusive: Inquiry comes after discovery of body of Peter Mutuku Mutisya, 25, in a dam on the plantation

The Guardian - UK

Freebie politics distort expenditure priorities: Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar

VP Dhankhar: India's civilisational ethos, constitutional framework reflect deep commitment to human rights; need to empower minds, not pockets; no one above law, all accountable; transparency, accountable governance new norm, gamechanger for human rights.

The Hindu

Tibetans in exile accuse China of destroying their identity in Tibet under its rule

The president of the Tibetan government-in-exile has accused China of denying the most fundamental human rights to people in Tibet and vigorously carrying out the extermination of the Tibetan identity

The Independent UK

UN says the Taliban must embrace and uphold human rights obligations in Afghanistan

The U.N. says the Taliban must embrace and uphold human rights obligations in Afghanistan

The Independent UK

Libyan militias ‘making a killing’ off kidnapping refugees for ransom

Refugee Salem Doma was tortured and held for ransom in Bani Walid, Libya, another victim of human trafficking.

Al Jazeera

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The Independent UK

Iran bans Mahsa Amini's family from traveling to receive the European Union’s top human rights prize

Iranian authorities banned members of the late Mahsa Amini’s family from traveling to receive the European Union’s top human rights prize on her behalf, a civil rights monitor reported

The Independent UK

What is the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which is marking its 75th anniversary?

Seventy-five years ago on Sunday, the U.N. General Assembly approved the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at a meeting in Paris

The Independent UK

China is hardening against dissent, rights groups say as they mark International Human Rights Day

Rights groups say that Beijing’s crackdown on dissent is becoming increasingly harsh, both within China and beyond

Al Jazeera

Iran’s Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi to begin new hunger strike: Family

Mohammadi to go on hunger strike ‘in solidarity’ with Iran’s Baha’i religious minority as her prize is awarded in Oslo.

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Six-member illicit liquor racket held; arrested include actor, music director

Six-member illicit liquor racket, including actor & music director, busted in Thrissur. Excise team seized 1,070 litres of liquor & equipment. Gang allegedly sourced spirit from Bengaluru & distributed liquor with tagline "one litre for price of half litre". Anoop Kumar used to escape in disguise of human rights activist.

The Independent UK

US accused of being complicit in Gaza ‘war crimes’ after vetoing UN resolution on ceasefire

Human rights groups condemn Washington’s move as being ‘against humanity’

International Business Times

Universal Declaration Of Human Rights Turns 75

On December 10, 1948, the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the hope of creating a better world after the horrors of World War II. Coming three years after the Allied victory over the Nazis, it was the first time that countries had agreed to protect…

The Hindu

This winter, Kolkata is set for a series of events on harmony, and heritage

Kolkata-based initiative KYN is holding a series of events to promote communal harmony and celebrate India's diversity. Events include 'Diversity Utsav', 'Port Walk', 'Beyond Park Street Walk', 'Science Heritage Walk' and a study tour to Murshidabad. Aim is to educate young about India's diversity and spread message that human rights…

The Independent UK

Protesters at UN COP28 climate summit demonstrate for imprisoned Emirati, Egyptian activists

Protesters at the United Nations’ COP28 climate summit have demonstrated for imprisoned human rights activists in Egypt and the United Arab Emirates, the past and current host of the negotiations

Evening Standard

Sunak’s Rwanda legislation given ‘50% at best’ chance of success

Ministers are said to have been told of a significant risk of planes being blocked by the European Court of Human Rights

Al Jazeera

‘Alarming’: Palestinians accuse ICC prosecutor of bias after Israel visit

While the ICC offers an alternative to Israeli courts, no arrest warrants have been issued against Israeli officials.

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