Human Rights: Prisoners at Risk of Death in Iran
Raising alarm over the health of several prisoners of conscience in Iran, who have been on a prolonged hunger strike…
India Must Protect Democratic Principles: President Mukherjee
As India is increasingly becoming an authoritarian state under the rule of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a situation of civil…
Trump Dumps Romney, Selects Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State
By Rakesh Raman The U.S. president-elect Donald Trump said today that he has selected Exxon Mobil chief Rex Tillerson for…
Who Will be the Next U.S. Secretary of State?
Amid reports of Russian interference and voting frauds, President Barack Obama has ordered a full investigation into the election that…
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…
How Democracy Is Misused by Politicians in India
As India continues to be an underdeveloped country, it is observed that people who vote in Indian elections are mostly…