Himachal Minister Urges Fast-Tracking of Forest Rights Cases
Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi has instructed officers to accelerate processing of Forest Rights Act cases in Shimla district, aiming to resolve most pending claims by March 2026.
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Syrian LGBTQ+ Man Moves Gujarat HC for Long Term Visa
A 29-year-old Syrian national, living with HIV and belonging to the LGBTQ+ community, has petitioned the Gujarat High Court for a long-term visa. He fears violence and death if deported to Syria, where his Alawite community faces recent killings.
Mizoram Completes 80% Biometric Enrolment for Refugees
Mizoram has enrolled nearly 80% of over 30,000 Myanmar refugees biometrically. Key districts show high completion rates, though challenges remain in some areas. Read the latest update.
HRW Urges Carney to Focus on Human Rights in China Visit
Human Rights Watch urges Canadian PM Carney to address human rights violations during his China visit. Read the full details and implications for Canada-China relations.
Pongal Gift Packages Distributed to 11.22 Lakh in Coimbatore
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
Bollywood's Elnaaz Norouzi: Refugee to Star, Knows 7 Languages
Bollywood actor Elnaaz Norouzi reveals fleeing Iran at 8, surviving on one potato & egg in a German refugee camp. She speaks 7 languages, programs robots & built her career from scratch. Read her inspiring journey.
Bombay HC denies interim relief to Ethiopian national facing deportation
Bombay High Court denies interim relief against deportation to an Ethiopian woman with eight children. She claims execution risk if sent back. Next hearing on January 13.
24 Venezuelan Officers Killed in US Op to Capture Maduro
At least 24 Venezuelan security personnel died in the US operation capturing Nicolás Maduro. The raid triggers regional instability, refugee fears in Colombia, and global political reactions.
US Ends Venezuelan TPS, 600,000 Face New Status Choice
US Homeland Security ends Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans. 600,000 individuals must now apply for refugee status or face deportation risk. Key details inside.
Delhi HC Protects Pawan Kalyan's Personality Rights
Delhi High Court grants interim protection to actor-politician Pawan Kalyan's personality rights, ordering fan pages to add disclaimers. The 'Power Star' and Andhra Deputy CM's plea against unauthorized commercial use is upheld.
UAE, Norwegian Refugee Council Sign Deal for East Africa Refugees
The UAE signs a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide vital assistance to refugees and displaced persons in East Africa, focusing on Ethiopia and Somalia.
89 Myanmar Refugees Cross into Mizoram Amid Junta Offensive
At least 89 refugees from Myanmar's Chin state have crossed into Mizoram's Aizawl district following intensified military attacks ahead of junta elections. Read their harrowing accounts of survival.
2 Million Afghan Refugees Still in Pakistan: UNHCR Report
A new UNHCR report reveals nearly 2 million Afghan refugees are still in Pakistan despite a deportation drive. Read about the humanitarian and regional implications.
Ambedkar National Human Rights Award 2025 Announced
The Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar National Human Rights Award 2025 was announced at a major international convention in New Delhi. Discover the winners and the event's key highlights.
Kher Recalls First Meeting with Kareena Kapoor in 2000
Veteran actor Anupam Kher shares a heartwarming post about meeting Kareena Kapoor on a flight, reminiscing about her debut film 'Refugee' in 2000. Read the full story here.
Hyderabad: Rohingya man stabbed 19 times, murdered
A Rohingya refugee was brutally murdered in Hyderabad, stabbed 19 times in a pre-dawn attack at his camp in Balapur. Police are investigating the crime.
Myanmar's 2025 Polls Risk Instability, Affect India
Myanmar's military junta prepares for elections, but the process is flawed and opposed. This risks deeper conflict, a refugee crisis, and drug trade spillover into India's Northeast. Read the analysis.
US Cuts Work Permit Validity to 18 Months for Immigrants
The Trump administration reduces work permit validity from 5 years to 18 months for refugees & asylum seekers. New USCIS rule aims for stricter vetting. Details inside.
Malaysia Cracks Down on $1.1bn Illegal Bitcoin Mining
Malaysian authorities intensify action against illegal Bitcoin mining, uncovering 14,000 sites causing massive power theft losses. A new taskforce leads the charge. Read more.
Afghan Refugee Detained in Varanasi, No Threat Found
Peer Badshah, an Afghan refugee from Nagpur, was briefly held in Varanasi due to suspicious movement. Police confirmed he is mentally unstable with no ill intent. Read the full story.
Tharoor: India Lacks National Security Strategy
Shashi Tharoor warns India's 'diplomatic allergy' to a clear National Security Strategy leaves it vulnerable against China, Pakistan. He criticizes both UPA and NDA for inaction. Read why experts say this ambiguity is costly.
Trump tells Somalis in US to 'go back', vows to end refugee influx
Donald Trump tells Somali immigrants at a rally to 'go back' and fix their homeland, pledging to halt refugee resettlement if re-elected. Read the full story.
Afghan Refugee Pleads Not Guilty in US Guard Shooting
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan refugee, pleads not guilty to shooting two US National Guard members in Seattle. The incident raises security concerns. Read the full details.
SC on Rohingya Plea: 'Red Carpet for Intruders?'
Supreme Court hears habeas corpus plea on Rohingya disappearance, questions illegal entry status. CJI asks if 'intruders' deserve a red carpet welcome. Read the full debate.
Uganda restricts refugee entry as US aid declines
Uganda joins Egypt and Kenya in tightening refugee policies due to funding shortages. Learn how aid cuts are impacting vulnerable populations across Africa.
DC Shooting Suspect Radicalised in US: Noem
Kristi Noem claims the DC National Guard shooter was radicalised after US entry. The case ignites a firestorm over Biden's Afghan refugee vetting. Read more.
Indian worker abused in Malaysia, video goes viral
Safiudeen Pakkeer Mohamed from Tamil Nadu was hosed down and kicked while sleeping outside a Malaysian bank. The 39-year-old lost his job and passport, leaving him stranded. Watch the shocking video that sparked outrage.
300+ Migrant Deaths in Malaysian Detention Since 2020
Shocking report reveals 300+ migrant deaths in Malaysian custody since 2020. Rights groups demand accountability over detention conditions and medical neglect. Read full investigation.
Afghan Refugee Faces Death Penalty in DC Ambush Case
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan refugee in Washington State, carried out a premeditated attack in DC. Neighbors reveal his quiet family life as prosecutors seek death penalty. Read full investigation.
Trump Targets Ilhan Omar Amid Immigration Crackdown
Donald Trump escalates rhetoric against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, reviving debunked claims and proposing a permanent ban on migration from third world countries.
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