Parliament Urged to Amend Human Rights Act in India
It is a common belief in India that the government-run National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is a toothless department that…
Russia Honors Human Rights Activist, for a Change
While Russia is often accused of human rights violations, the country has decided to show its regard for people’s rights…
Can United Nations Protect Your Human Rights? No Way.
As human rights violations are happening all around the world, the United Nations (UN) is observing Human Rights Day today,…
UN Human Rights Office Welcomes New Colombia Peace Deal
UN High Commissioner for Human rights Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein has welcomed the ratification by the Colombian Congress of a…
What Is the Role of Financial Institutions to Promote Human Rights?
Although, at times, the financial sector may seem situated a long way away from human rights violations on the ground,…
How to Improve the Human Rights Situation in North Korea
A United Nations (UN) rights expert has appealed to governments and civil society organizations to put people squarely at the…