Thailand Urged to Allow Freedom of Expression
The United Nations human rights arm expressed Friday its concern about the mounting constraints on the democratic space in Thailand – calling for a prompt return to civilian rule. “Following…
Vladimir Putin Attends Tavrida Youth Forum
President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, attended the Tavrida National Youth Educational Forum during his working visit to the Republic of Crimea on Friday. The forum has been held each year…
New Education Policy to Focus on Quality: HRD Minister
India’s Minister for Human Resources Development, Prakash Javadekar, asserted Friday that education is fundamental to bringing social change in the society. Speaking at a function organized in Ruia College, Mumbai…
UNESCO Demands Safety of Journalists in Iraq
Kurdistan TV cameraman Mustafa Saeed was killed on 14 August while covering fighting in the Iraqi city of Mosul. The Director-General of UNESCO, Irina Bokova, on Thursday urged measures to…
Should Clinton Foundation Accept Foreign Donations?
The Republican National Committee (RNC) chairman Reince Priebus said Thursday that the Clinton Foundation should immediately cease accepting foreign donations and return every penny ever taken from other countries. Priebus…
Can Amnesty Help Stop Human Rights Abuses in India?
Amnesty has been quite vocal about the draconian sedition law in India which allows the Indian governments to settle a score with all those who tried to raise voice against…