Human rights

‘Ab Koi Bahana Nahi’

November 26, 2024

On November 25, a campaign titled “Ab Koi Bahana Nahi” will be launched, which aims to combat gender-based violence across India. It is a collaborative effort by the Ministries of Women and Child Development and Rural Development, with support from ..

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Global Plastics Treaty

November 25, 2024

Recent discussions ahead of the Global Plastics Treaty event have brought into light critical issues, which will take place in Busan, South Korea, from November 25 to December 1. United Nations experts stress the necessity of accountability in the plastic ..

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Andhra Pradesh Bill to End Discrimination

November 15, 2024

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has introduced a Bill  to amend the Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Act, 1986 for removal of discriminatory terms regarding individuals affected by leprosy. The Bill was introduced on November 14, 2024, by Health ..

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UN High Commissioner for Human Rights

September 10, 2022

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will propose the appointment of Austria’s Volker Turk as the next High Commissioner for Human Rights. He will succeed Michelle Bachelet of Chile, whose term ended on August 31. Highlights Traditionally, the UN chief consults with ..

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What is EU-India Human Rights Dialogues?

July 21, 2022

The 10th EU-India Human Rights Dialogue was organised on July 15, 2022 in New Delhi. On the occasion, both India and the EU restated their commitment of protecting and promoting all human rights. Highlights of the EU-India Human Rights Dialogues: India and ..

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International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace

April 26, 2022

On the 24th of April, the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is observed around the planet. This day acknowledges the usage of multilateral diplomacy and decision-making to achieve peaceful resolutions of conflicts among the countries. Importance of ..

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Suspension of Russia from UNHRC

April 8, 2022

Russia has been suspended from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) after there were allegations that its soldiers violated human rights in Ukraine. The member nations of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) voted to suspend Russia. About UNHRC The ..

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Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM)

March 4, 2022

The Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM) is an international treaty that prohibits all use, transfer, production and stockpiling of cluster bombs. About cluster munition It is an explosive weapon that releases smaller sub-munitions over a large area. It ejects explosive ..

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