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.
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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.
MNLU Aurangabad | 1st NHRC-MNLUA National Moot Court Competition, 2024
Maharashtra National Law University, Aurangabad proudly announces the 1st NHRC-MNLUA National Moot Court Competition, 2024 which is scheduled to be held from February 9-11, 2024.
1st NHRC-USLLS National Moot Court Competition 2024
1st NHRC-USLLS National Moot Court Competition, 2023 Moot Court Society, University School of Law and Legal Studies, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
NHRC – SLS Nagpur National Moot Court Competition – 2024
Symbiosis Law School, Nagpur in collaboration with National Human Rights Commission, India proudly announces NHRC-SLS Nagpur National Moot Court Competition — 2024
1st NHRC-USLLS National Moot Court Competition, 2023
Moot Court Society, University School of Law and Legal Studies, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University proudly announces the inaugural edition of the NHRC – USLLS Moot Court Competition, 2023. The theme of the competition revolves around Human Rights issues pertaining to refugees, asylum-seekers and illegal cross border Migrants.
NHRC takes suo motu cognizance of reported beating of student at the behest of his teacher in referring to his faith in Muzaffarnagar; Issues notice to UP Govt.
The Commission issued notices to the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police, Uttar Pradesh calling for a detailed report in the matter within four weeks.
NHRC directs Union Govt and Andhra Pradesh Govt to ensure provision of necessary nutrition to TB patients in Andhra Pradesh
The Commission was hearing a petition filed an advocate/social activist who highlighted the plight of TB patients suffering due to lack of adequate nutrition
Supreme Court to examine scope of SHRC’s power to examine a medical negligence case dismissed by NHRC
NHRC had refused to interfere with the instant case of medical negligence, while SHRC issued certain directions. The High Court also did not find anything wrong with the directions of SHRC, hence, the petitioner approached the Supreme Court in the present matter.
1st TNNLU-NHRC National Moot Court Competition, 2023 [March 3rd — 5th, 2023], Register by January 30th, 2023
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