Woman tied to a tree and beaten by Moneylender: NHRC takes suo motu cognizance
The NHRC noted that the incident occurred because her husband had failed to repay the loan and had run away.
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NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of death due to assault of an auto-rickshaw driver by Hyderabad police
The NHRC noted that if the allegation of police violence was accurate, then it raised serious concerns of human rights violations.
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of reported assault of two journalists by police in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh
The NHRC noted that if the allegation of brutal manhandling of the journalists was true, then it raised serious concerns of human rights violations.
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of public protest over proposed dam construction in Siang, Arunachal Pradesh
The NHRC noted that if the news report mentioning the involvement of the Central Armed Forces in response to the protests was true, serious issues of human rights violations may arise.
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of minor rape victim’s death at Patna Medical College and Hospital Bihar due to delay in treatment
The NHRC noted that if the contents of the news report were true, it raised a serious issue of violation of human rights.
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of Ashoka University Professor Mahmudabad’s arrest and remand over human rights violations
The NHRC noted that the allegations against Professor Mahmudabad disclosed, prima facie, that his human rights and liberty were violated.
Nepal Student’s Death at KIIT | Orissa HC grants interim relief, stays NHRC proceedings
On 16-02-2025, the deceased victim was found dead in her room on the premises of KIIT.
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of SC student assault in Tamil Nadu; Seeks report from DGP, Collector in 4 weeks
The incident happened when the victim onboard a bus was travelling to appear for his exam. He was dragged out of the bus by the perpetrators and assaulted with a sickle, severing his fingers from his left hand. Reportedly, the father of the victim who reportedly tried to intervene was also assaulted.
Justice (retd.) V. Ramasubramanian appointed as Chairman of National Human Rights Commission
The appointment was made by a committee comprising of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and Leaders of the Opposition.
NHRC directs DM, Sambhal to submit Action Taken Report regarding alleged rights violation in Government Schools of Sambhal
The complainant alleged that teachers and students in government schools in Sambhal have to remove shoes in class as per the order of ‘Basic Shiksha Adhikari’. The complainant further alleged that all female teachers had to be addressed as ‘Didi’ or ‘Behanji’ as per orders.
3000 missing children in Andhra Pradesh | NHRC issues conditional summons to Chief Secy, Govt. of AP to appear personally
The summons was issued after taking note of non-receipt of requisite report despite sending reminders. NHRC however clarified that if the required documents are received on or before 14-01-2025, then the personal appearance shall stand dispensed with.
AIL-NHRC National Moot Court Competition, 2025
‘The Army Institute of Law, Mohali (AIL)’ in collaboration with ‘The National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRC)’ is conducting the AIL- NHRC National Moot Court Competition, 2025 to be held on January 23rd-25th.
[LIVE UPDATES] HNLU-NHRC Moot Court Competition, 2024
Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur, in partnership with the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), is all set to host the HNLU-NHRC
Suffering of children with Leukemia | NHRC directs Tamil Nadu Health Dept. to submit ATR over non-usage of Apheresis Machine purchased in June 2023
An article dated 11-7-2024 published in The New Indian Express, stated that despite Apheresis Machine’s potential to significantly improve platelet availability, it remains unused, forcing patients to seek treatment elsewhere.
Supreme Court directs NGT and NHRC to oversee the impact of Silicosis prone industries and compensation processes respectively
Silicosis is an incurable occupational lung disease caused by prolonged inhalation of silica dust, and it has been rampant throughout India due to inadequate detection, monitoring, and remedial measures.
HNLU-NHRC National Moot Court Competition 2024
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NHRC takes serious cognizance of ‘Nata Pratha’; Calls for action report from Ministry of Women & Child Development and Rajasthan, MP, UP and Gujarat
Nata Pratha’ is a social evil in which girls in some communities are sold either on a stamp paper or otherwise in the name of marriage in parts of Rajasthan and the adjoining areas in the States of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat. The NHRC called for eradicating this unethical custom.
Over 3000 missing girls in State of Andhra Pradesh | NHRC issues notice to Chief Secy, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh and DGP
Taking into consideration the gravity of the matter, the Commission directed the authorities concerned to submit their response within twelve weeks.
Custodial Torture in India: Intersection of Criminal Law and Constitutional Rights
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CM Anna Bhagya Scheme | NHRC directs road repairs in MM Hills villages for food grain delivery
NHRC promptly intervened, directing repairs for crucial roads, pivotal for tribal families’ access to essential food grains under the Anna Bhagya Scheme in Male Mahadeshwara Hills, Karnataka, securing their well-being and safety.