More: Human Rights
Schweitzer’s ‘Reverence for Life’ In the Age of Trump and Modi
Forever known by his phrase 'reverence for
life', Albert Schweitzer was a theologian, moral philosopher, physician and
missionary. He was born in Alsace when it was...
Salvaging international law: The best of bad options
These are uncertain times with trade wars, regional conflicts and
increased abuse of human and minority rights pockmarking the transition from a
unipolar to a multipolar...
8 Million People under siege for almost 3 months in Kashmir
Kashmir, the most beautiful part of world,
heaven on the earth, roof of the world, land of natural beauty, lush green,
full of mountains, rivers, lakes,...
UN: India should ‘unlock’ freedom curbs in disputed Kashmir
The people of Indian-administered Kashmir continue to be deprived of
numerous basic freedoms, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said on
Tuesday, before urging the...
Democracy in South Asia: A long road ahead
When we say the word”
Democracy”, we intend towards liberal democracy which reflects certain
characteristics such as; rule of law, transparent electoral process, free and
fair judicial...
Why we must urgently close the data gap to end violence against women
Having the full picture is crucial for
effective action to end violence against women. Yet today, efforts to address
this critical sustainable development and human rights...
Kashmir & The Conundrums of war
The concept
of Justice seem to turn its
head holding different meaning depending on whether you
are a adversary or a ally . This is what has
happened ...
Decisive international action needed to end Israeli occupation
The international community has a responsibility and legal obligation to
compel Israel to end its 52 year-long “occu-annexation” of Palestinian
territory and remove barriers preventing Palestinian...
Companies ‘failing’ to address offline harm incited by online hate
States and companies are “failing” when it comes to
combating online hate, the UN independent rights expert, or Special
Rapporteur, on freedom
of speech and expression said on Monday, ahead...
Venezuela, Poland and Sudan amongst 14 new Human Rights Council members
14 new members were elected to the Human Rights
Council on Thursday, following a secret ballot held in the General Assembly
Hall in New York.
The Council,...