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NHRC directs an inquiry into sexual assault of Women Prisoners in Faridabad

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Haryana Principal Secretary to conduct an inquiry into a case of alleged sexual assault on women prisoners in Faridabad, and submit its report within eight weeks. Two women prisoners had alleged that Nimika Jail’s Deputy Superintendent had sexually assaulted them. An appeal was filed by Ravi Nitesh, president of Mission Bhartiyam with the NHRC, in May … Continue reading NHRC directs an inquiry into sexual assault of Women Prisoners in Faridabad

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Hindu Nationalism In The United States: A Report On Nonprofit Groups Released

This report compiles publicly available tax records, newspaper articles, and other materials on non-profit groups in the United States affiliated with the Sangh Parivar (family of Hindu nationalist groups) from 2001-2014, documenting a segment of the projects and priorities of U.S.-based Hindu nationalism. This report discusses the strategies and activities of Hindu nationalist groups in the United States in four areas of mobilization. Executive Summary … Continue reading Hindu Nationalism In The United States: A Report On Nonprofit Groups Released

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Striving for Gender Justice: Overcoming Obstacles – Ram Puniyani

      While on one hand a PIL has been filed for UCC, there is another significant development in this direction. This relates to the personal laws of Muslim community. That ‘Muslim women are subject to more domination and gender injustice’ has been a widespread perception. While as such the Personal laws of different religious communities are not giving due justice to women, the … Continue reading Striving for Gender Justice: Overcoming Obstacles – Ram Puniyani

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UN Human Rights Chief announces details of Sri Lanka conflict investigation

GENEVA (25 June 2014) – UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay announced Wednesday that three distinguished experts have agreed to advise and support the team set up to conduct a comprehensive investigation of alleged human rights violations in Sri Lanka, as mandated by the Human Rights Council in March. The investigation will look into alleged serious violations and abuses of human rights and … Continue reading UN Human Rights Chief announces details of Sri Lanka conflict investigation

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