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Justice

Child Rights

Allahabad High Court Order Sparks Outrage; Campaign Petition Alleges Misogyny

According to the petition, the accused offered the minor a motorcycle ride, subsequently stopping near a culvert where they allegedly grabbed her breast, attempted to drag her underneath, and broke the string of her lower garment.

OWSA Staff - 25 March 2025

Empowerment

J&K Women’s Special Cells Face Imminent Closure; Citizens Demand Urgent Intervention

The trained social workers engaged by the special cells ensure that women can navigate legal procedures with dignity and support.

OWSA Staff - 24 March 2025

Accountability

UN Experts Condemn Bhutan for Arbitrarily Detaining Political Prisoners

Many of these political prisoners, primarily arrested in the 1990s and early 2000s, remain behind bars without any hope of release, despite Bhutan’s claims that no such prisoners exist.

OWSA Contributor - 20 March 2025

Corruption

In the Rajya Sabha: Government Intensifies Fight Against Digital Arrest Scams

At the heart of the government's strategy is the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), an attached office of the Ministry of Home Affairs, tasked with coordinating efforts to combat all forms of cybercrime, including digital arrest scams.

OWSA Staff - 13 March 2025

Accountability

Sri Lanka: Human Rights Commission Says Complaints Against Police Increasing

One of the primary concerns raised during the meeting was the role of the Special Investigations Unit of Sri Lanka Police, which is responsible for investigating law enforcement officers accused of torture and enforced disappearances.

OWSA Contributor - 25 February 2025

Democracy

Imran Khan Pens Second Open Letter to Pakistan’s Army Chief Amid Growing Political Tensions

Khan was sentenced to 14 years in prison last month on fresh corruption charges, a verdict he dismissed as politically motivated. His wife was also convicted and handed a seven-year sentence.

OWSA Contributor - 10 February 2025

Finance and Economy

District Magistrates Discuss Empowering Tribal Communities

The conference aimed to identify gaps and address challenges in ensuring comprehensive facilities for PVTG communities, fostering progress through collaborative learning and the exchange of best practices.

OWSA Staff - 22 January 2025

Empowerment

Pakistan: Senate Committee Reviews Progress on Implementation of Anti-Rape Act

Participants expressed appreciation for these evidence-based proposals, agreeing to review them further in the next consultation session.

OWSA Contributor - 15 January 2025

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