Tag: Human Rights

The National Anti-Corruption Commission first investigates and impartially investigates complaints of crime, corruption, injustice and gets to the truth. Then, without any delay, it brings the matter to the attention of the highest authorities and informs them about the matter.

Today, we have the privilege of speaking with Dr. Robinson Morey Contreras, a Venezuelan humanitarian, neuropsychologist, and advocate for human rights, who has been recognized internationally for his groundbreaking research on abuse in religious contexts. His work, spanning multiple continents, has earned him prestigious awards and three Honorary Doctorates in India.

Delhi: Dr.Nilesh Rane has been elected as a member of Human Rights and Crime Control Council of India. Dr.Nilesh Rane has been re-elected to the national level council on the basis of his 14 years of social work, also Dr.Nilesh Rane's valuable contribution in maintaining law and order in the state.

Key Suspect in Tamil Nadu BSP Leader's Murder Killed in Police Encounter Chennai, Tamil Nadu – In a significant development, a key suspect in the murder of former Tamil Nadu BSP chief K Armstrong was shot dead by Chennai police early this morning. This incident marks the third police encounter in the capital since July and has ignited concerns among human rights activists regarding the rising trend of encounter killings in the city. The suspect, identified as 'Seizing' Raja, was apprehended in Andhra Pradesh just one day prior to his death. The police encounter occurred near Neelangarai on the East Coast Road. A Chennai police official stated, "We are investigating the circumstances surrounding Raja's death and will soon issue a statement." Raja's death follows the earlier killings of Thiruvengadam, another suspect in the murder case, and Kakkathopu Balaji, a known criminal. In both previous encounters, authorities claimed that police were forced to fire in self-defense, raising questions about the use of lethal force by law enforcement. The series of encounter killings has alarmed human rights activists, who have condemned the police actions as "atrocious" and "extra-judicial." Critics have accused the police of becoming "trigger-happy" under the leadership of the new police commissioner, Ravi. Henri Tiphagne, Founder and Executive Director of People's Watch, expressed grave concerns over the situation, stating, "The judiciary should take this up suo motto. The state Human Rights Commission and state legal services too have equal responsibility." He warned that such encounters could foster an environment where citizens feel unsafe, as the justification for each encounter killing continues to be upheld by police narratives. The recent incidents have sparked a broader discussion about police accountability and the need for thorough investigations into encounters that result in fatalities. As public scrutiny intensifies, the Chennai police face increasing pressure to ensure transparency and uphold the rule of law.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for a comprehensive response from the Union Ministry of Labour and Employment regarding the death of Anna Sebastian Perayil, a 26-year-old employee at Ernst & Young (EY), who passed away in July 2024. Her family alleges that excessive workload and intense work pressure contributed to her tragic demise.

Avanendra Pratap as The Outstanding Social Reformer| AICHLSJ - UNGC aknowledged Scholar & Activist Avanendra Pratap aka Adisesha Acharya as the "Outstanding Social Reformer", for protecting & promoting Human rights, peace & harmony on the ocassion of 13th International Human Rights summit & awards 2023, held at IICC, New Delhi. He got the invitation as "The Eminent Human Rights Ambassador" for the 2023 summit from Maj. Gen. Dr. Rajan Kochhar, VSM (Retd.). Prominent Presenters & Speakers for the summit - His Holiness Venerable Bhikkhu Sanghasena, Spiritual Director/Founder President, Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre, Leh (UT Ladakh), His Holiness Acharya Dr. Lokesh Muni Ji, Major General (Dr.) Rajan Kochhar VSM (Retd), Lt. General Ashok B. Shivane, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.), Dr. Sandeep Marwah, Founder Marwah Studios and Chancellor AAFT University.

The Supreme Court of India, in response to a petition filed by the family of Nikhil Gupta, the individual accused by the United States of plotting to kill Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, advised them to seek relief from a Czech court regarding alleged violations of Gupta's religious and human rights during his detention in Prague. The court declined immediate intervention, setting a next hearing date for January 4, and directed the petitioner to furnish a copy to the government.