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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.  
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Agri-business

    Government considering ₹100-crore Proposal for Integrated Aqua Park in J&K

    The Union Minister highlighted the Government of India’s steadfast commitment to the growth of Jammu and Kashmir’s livestock and fisheries sectors as engines of rural income and nutritional security.
    Afghanistan

    IFRC Calls for Increased International Support as Afghans Move from Iran

    At the border, families endure sweltering temperatures often topping 40°C, armed with the few belongings they could manage to pack. They find shade under blankets, while signs of malnutrition are evident in children, and many mothers appear worn down and anxious.
    Asia Pacific

    Lawmakers in Maldives Pledge to Support Women Leaders

    Participants at the meeting recommitted themselves to working with all stakeholders to advance the ICPD PoA and achieve the 2030 Agenda and reaffirmed the 2024 Oslo Statement of Commitment.

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    Agri-business

    Government considering ₹100-crore Proposal for Integrated Aqua Park in J&K

    The Union Minister highlighted the Government of India’s steadfast commitment to the growth of Jammu and Kashmir’s livestock and fisheries sectors as engines of rural income and nutritional security.
    Afghanistan

    IFRC Calls for Increased International Support as Afghans Move from Iran

    At the border, families endure sweltering temperatures often topping 40°C, armed with the few belongings they could manage to pack. They find shade under blankets, while signs of malnutrition are evident in children, and many mothers appear worn down and anxious.
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