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NHRC chief invokes Sandeshkhali case at foundation day event

NHRC's acting Chairperson Vijaya Bharathi Sayani made the remarks while addressing an event to mark the 31st anniversary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) at the Vigyan Bhawan here with Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar present on the dais as the chief guest.

18 October 2024, 10:59 IST

NHRC chief invokes Sandeshkhali case at foundation day event

18 October 2024, 10:59 IST

NHRC issues notice to Bihar govt over death of man 'detained' by policemen after snake bite

The policemen had reportedly demanded Rs 2,000 in 'bribe', forcing him to call his brother in distress who could arrange only Rs 700 to manage his release, but by that time the man had already lost considerable time in getting critical treatment, the rights panel said in a statement.

01 October 2024, 21:42 IST

NHRC issues notice to Bihar govt over death of man 'detained' by policemen after snake bite

01 October 2024, 21:42 IST

EY employee death: NHRC asks companies to review work culture, seeks report from Ministry of Labour

The death of 26-year-old Anna Sebastain Perayil within four months of joining Ernst & Young (EY) triggered a controversy after her mother Anitha said that 'work pressure' had claimed her daughter's life on July 20.

21 September 2024, 14:21 IST

EY employee death: NHRC asks companies to review work culture, seeks report from Ministry of Labour

21 September 2024, 14:21 IST

Women's safety is multi-faceted and extends beyond physical aspects, says NHRC chief

Vijaya Bharati Sayani said workplaces should be safe and secure for women to excel in their respective field of interest.

18 September 2024, 13:38 IST

Women's safety is multi-faceted and extends beyond physical aspects, says NHRC chief

18 September 2024, 13:38 IST

NHRC notice to Jharkhand govt over pregnant woman 'not attended' for nearly 27 hrs at hospital

Reportedly, she had to lie on the floor as there was no bed available in the hospital.

10 September 2024, 15:54 IST

NHRC notice to Jharkhand govt over pregnant woman 'not attended' for nearly 27 hrs at hospital

10 September 2024, 15:54 IST

NHRC notice to Andhra govt over 'hidden camera' found in washroom of girls college hostel

The response from the authorities is expected within two weeks, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) said.

02 September 2024, 16:37 IST

NHRC notice to Andhra govt over 'hidden camera' found in washroom of girls college hostel

02 September 2024, 16:37 IST

NHRC issues notice to Kolkata Police chief over 'brutal force' used during protests

The notice was issued on Thursday following a complaint from one O P Vyas from the Bharatiya Human Rights Initiative (BHIM).

31 August 2024, 00:53 IST

NHRC issues notice to Kolkata Police chief over 'brutal force' used during protests

31 August 2024, 00:53 IST

Will come out with proposal on financial assistance to rescued bonded labourers: NHRC to Supreme Court

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and K V Viswanathan was hearing a petition seeking enforcement of the fundamental rights of people trafficked as bonded workers.

30 August 2024, 10:35 IST

Will come out with proposal on financial assistance to rescued bonded labourers: NHRC to Supreme Court

30 August 2024, 10:35 IST

Delhi HC stays NHRC order asking Police to compensate kin of man who ended life in custody

Justice Sanjeev Narula sought the response of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), through its secretary, on a plea by the Delhi Police challenging the April 19 order of the commission and listed the matter for further hearing on October 24.

25 August 2024, 11:03 IST

Delhi HC stays NHRC order asking Police to compensate kin of man who ended life in custody

25 August 2024, 11:03 IST

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Anakapalli Pharma factory blast tragedy, seeks reports from CS & DGP within 2 weeks

At least 17 workers died and 50 others were injured in a reactor blast at a private industrial unit at Atchutapuram Special Economic Zone in Anakapalli district of Andhra Pradesh on August 21.

23 August 2024, 09:49 IST

NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Anakapalli Pharma factory blast tragedy, seeks reports from CS & DGP within 2 weeks

23 August 2024, 09:49 IST