Human Rights In Kashmir
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J&K: UN Human Rights Council chief expresses concern over detention of political leaders
Michelle Bachelet also called for reversal of communication blockade in the Union Territory.
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J&K: Human rights groups release report on alleged torture of civilians by security forces
The Association of Parents of Disappeared Persons and the Jammu Kashmir Coalition of Civil Society urged the United Nations to conduct an inquiry.
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‘Deeply disappointed’, says OHCHR on Indian government’s reaction to report on Kashmir
The UN body said the Indian authorities dismissed the report ‘without examining it and responding to the very serious concerns about human rights in Kashmir’.
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Trending
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At what age are people usually happiest? Here’s what a new study found
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Scania audit confirms Nitin Gadkari received luxury bus from Swedish firm for personal use: Reports
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As the dead pile up in Gujarat, the state’s media is on a warpath with the government over Covid-19
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Egypt seizes Ever Given with 25-member Indian crew, demands $900 million compensation
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New York stock exchange removes Adani Ports from index due to links with Myanmar military
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UN chief backs human rights body’s call for inquiry into alleged rights abuses in Kashmir
‘Referring to the UNHRC report is like flogging a dead horse,’ said India’s envoy to the world body Syed Akbaruddin.
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Not news: Most of what the UNHRC report on Kashmir says was flagged by Indian press, NGOs, courts
And almost none of the report’s recommendations is beyond the pale of a democratic polity.
Ipsita Chakravarty
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Kashmiri man used as ‘human shield’ says a year later he still has no job and faces boycott
‘What was my mistake? Going to the polling booth and casting my vote?’ Farooq Ahmed Dar asked in an interview to PTI.
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Video
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Watch: In Gujarat, hospital conducts religious rituals as cases of Covid-19 shoot up
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Bihar: Covid-19 patient dies outside Nalanda hospital, doctors wait to welcome health minister
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Jammu and Kashmir government says it cannot pay compensation to man used as a ‘human shield’
Paying Farooq Ahmad Dar would be akin to condemning the Army officer accused of strapping him to a jeep without actually hearing him, the state said.
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Human shield case: Army chief says ‘innovative ways’ are needed to fight ‘dirty war’ in Kashmir
Bipin Rawat said giving Major Leetul Gogoi a commendation medal helped motivate the officers battling out the difficult conditions.
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View from Kashmir Observer: Award for Major Gogoi is a crude message for Kashmir – expect no mercy
New Delhi now feels little inclination or need to nuance its approach to Kashmir or gear its policy towards finding a resolution.
Kashmir Observer
The Reel
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‘Game of Thrones’ at 10: Its popularity is rooted in a mix of qualities rarely seen in conjunction
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In ‘Launchpad’ on Disney+ Hotstar, six short films by new filmmakers
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‘F9’ trailer: Vin Diesel takes on John Cena in latest Fast & Furious saga
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‘Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard’: Ryan Reynolds, Samuel L Jackson, Salma Hayek in action comedy
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‘Army of the Dead’ trailer: In Zack Snyder movie, a heist in the middle of a zombie outbreak
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Kashmir: Security forces conducted targeted killings during 2016 protests, alleges citizens report
Well-known activists such as Kavita Krishnan and Medha Patkar are signatories to the fact-finding report.
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Stray bullets in Kashmir: The death of a six-year-old in Kupwara raises some questions
Police and army claim the bullets came from militants during an encounter. Local residents allege the use of disproportionate force by security personnel.
Ipsita Chakravarty
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Kashmir police refuse to allow event to mark alleged mass rapes by Army men 26 years ago
The Supreme Court will hear the case regarding the alleged Kunan Poshpora sexual assaults on March 2.
Rayan Naqash
The Field
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IPL 2021: RCB captain Virat Kohli reprimanded for showing frustration after dismissal
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Gritty FC Goa hold Laurent Blanc's Al-Rayyan in AFC Champions League debut
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Champions League: Madrid hold out for 0-0 draw against Liverpool, roll into semis
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Champions League: Phil Foden takes Manchester City to blockbuster semi-final against PSG
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Chennai puzzle: The lessons in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s batting collapse against RCB