News for 'Pakistani Human Rights'

Ready to mediate if India and Pakistan agree: Trump

Ready to mediate if India and Pakistan agree: Trump

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

The US president made the remarks during his meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session in New York.

Give Pak a befitting reply: Kin of martyred jawan

Give Pak a befitting reply: Kin of martyred jawan

Rediff.com29 Oct 2016

The barbaric incident at the Line of Control in Kashmir in which the body of an Indian Army jawan was mutilated after being killed by terrorists, aided by the cover fire by Pakistani Army, sparked an outrage on Saturday even as a pall of gloom descended on his native village in Haryana.

India must never forget October 22,1947

India must never forget October 22,1947

Rediff.com22 Oct 2020

India should observe October 22 as Kashmir Martyrs Day to pay tribute to those who lost their lives to Paakistan's State terrorism, suggests Brigadier Narender Kumar (retd).

Kashmir Singh to be reunited with family

Kashmir Singh to be reunited with family

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

Kashmir Singh will be released from Lahore's Central Jail and taken by road to the Wagah border by Pakistan's caretaker human rights minister Ansar Burney, where he will be reunited with families and well-wishers.

Yet Another Nawaz Gimmick

Yet Another Nawaz Gimmick

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

Pakistan's prime minister is trying to use the unrest in Kashmir to save his government, says Ambassador G Parthasarathy, a former high commissioner to Islamabad.

Malala Yousafzai receives top Amnesty award

Malala Yousafzai receives top Amnesty award

Rediff.com18 Sep 2013

Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani teen activist shot in the head last year by the Taliban for campaigning for girls' education, has received the highest honour conferred by rights group Amnesty International.

Pak's support for terror groups obstacle in talks with India: US

Pak's support for terror groups obstacle in talks with India: US

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

The United States has said it supports a direct dialogue between India and Pakistan as outlined in the Shimla Agreement

7 soldiers killed at LoC in Indian firing, says Pak army

7 soldiers killed at LoC in Indian firing, says Pak army

Rediff.com14 Nov 2016

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif asserted that Pak is 'fully capable' of defending its territory against 'any aggression'.

Bangladesh to strip 1971 war criminals of voting rights

Bangladesh to strip 1971 war criminals of voting rights

Rediff.com2 Sep 2013

In another blow to Bangladesh's fundamentalist Jammat-e-Islami, the cabinet has decided to strip the voting rights of people convicted of "crimes against humanity" during the 1971 liberation war.

UK expresses concerns over potential impact of CAA

UK expresses concerns over potential impact of CAA

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

'It is because of our close relationship with the government of India that we are able to discuss difficult issues with them'

Humanism, pluralism should not be abandoned: Pranab on rising intolerance

Humanism, pluralism should not be abandoned: Pranab on rising intolerance

Rediff.com19 Oct 2015

The President asked, "Is tolerance and acceptance of dissent on the wane?"

Amnesty slams Pak claim of curbing militancy

Amnesty slams Pak claim of curbing militancy

Rediff.com22 Jun 2003

The human rights group said thousands of Islamists arrested during the January crack down were released within days or weeks.

'Down Down Pakistan', 'Free Balochistan' chants for Sharif outside UNGA

'Down Down Pakistan', 'Free Balochistan' chants for Sharif outside UNGA

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The protestors converged across the street from the world body's headquarters to condemn atrocities and human rights violations by Pakistan just as Sharif was addressing the General Debate of the General Assembly.

Kashmir casts shadows on India-Russia ties

Kashmir casts shadows on India-Russia ties

Rediff.com5 Sep 2019

'The Vladivostok visit marks a subtle reversal of trend discernible in the revival of India-Russia relations pioneered by Modi during the past couple of years,' says Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Former Navy chief Ramdas bags Magsaysay award

Former Navy chief Ramdas bags Magsaysay award

Rediff.com3 Aug 2004

The 70-year-old L Ramdas bagged the award for peace and international understanding.

Host and patron of UN-designated terrorists: India rips into Pakistan

Host and patron of UN-designated terrorists: India rips into Pakistan

Rediff.com30 Sep 2018

Gambhir also took a dig at Qureshi's emphasis on a "new Pakistan" under Khan, saying while the Indian delegation had come to listen to Pakistan's "new" foreign minister outline the vision of a new Pakistan, "what we heard is a 'New Pakistan' cast in the mold of old."

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

The Best Of Yash Chopra On OTT

Rediff.com11 May 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists the most popular Yash Chopra films -- the ones he directed, not produced (yes, so that means no DDLJ) -- that can be watched on OTT.

The many faces of Pakistani cleric Tahir-ul-Qadri

The many faces of Pakistani cleric Tahir-ul-Qadri

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Where does the religious preacher and theologian want to take Pakistan?

'US didn't tell Pakistan to oust me'

'US didn't tell Pakistan to oust me'

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

'From what evidence has come up, General Bajwa somehow managed to tell the Americans that I was anti-American.' 'And so, it [the plan to oust me] wasn't imported from there. It was exported from here to there.'

It doesn't matter that Kamala Harris is half-Indian

It doesn't matter that Kamala Harris is half-Indian

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

What the Indian economy looks like next January will influence her view on India, not her genetics, notes Shekhar Gupta.

Pak high commissioner extends moral support to Kashmiri separatists

Pak high commissioner extends moral support to Kashmiri separatists

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

In yet another provocation just days ahead of the Indo-Pak foreign secretary level talks, the Pakistan High Commissioner on Thursday said his country extends "full diplomatic and moral support" for what he described as "legitimate struggle" of Kashmiris.

Under-fire Kohli gets Shoaib Akhtar's backing

Under-fire Kohli gets Shoaib Akhtar's backing

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

'...as a Pakistani, why am I supporting Kohli? Well, he has 70 hundreds. Woh 70 sau khaala ke ghar mein, ya candy crush khelte huye nahi banein hain'.

Party colleagues rally behind Imran as Pak set to elect new PM

Party colleagues rally behind Imran as Pak set to elect new PM

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

Despite the government's hectic efforts to avoid voting on the no-confidence motion against Khan, the joint Opposition succeeded in its month-long efforts to oust Khan from the prime minister's office as 174 members of the 342-member National Assembly voted against him in the wee hours of Sunday after a day of high drama.

Will continue to support right to self-determination: Pak PM on Kashmir issue

Will continue to support right to self-determination: Pak PM on Kashmir issue

Rediff.com21 Sep 2017

Abbasi asked the world community to honour and defend the fundamental right to self-determination of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

NY Assembly passes Kashmir resolution; India protests

NY Assembly passes Kashmir resolution; India protests

Rediff.com7 Feb 2021

The New York State Assembly has passed a resolution calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo to declare February 5 as Kashmir American Day, drawing a sharp reaction from India which noted with 'concern' attempts by 'vested interests' to misrepresent Jammu and Kashmir's rich cultural and social mosaic to divide the people.

Pakistan politicians hail Modi's visit; Hafiz Saeed obviously doesn't

Pakistan politicians hail Modi's visit; Hafiz Saeed obviously doesn't

Rediff.com26 Dec 2015

Pakistan's major political parties on Saturday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's surprise visit to Lahore, saying it was a "new beginning of relations" and will help improve ties between the two countries.

No explicit, implicit consent for drone strikes: Pakistan

No explicit, implicit consent for drone strikes: Pakistan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

Pakistan has strongly denied a United Nations report that members of its government had given consent to controversial drone strikes in the country and demanded an end to such attacks which incite hatred.

Pak activist Sabeen Mahmud, who said fear is just a line in her head, shot dead

Pak activist Sabeen Mahmud, who said fear is just a line in her head, shot dead

Rediff.com25 Apr 2015

A prominent Pakistani rights activist was shot dead by unknown gunmen in Karachi as she was returning home after hosting a seminar about human rights abuses in Baluchistan province, police said on Saturday.

Will proceed 'as per law': Pak after ICJ verdict

Will proceed 'as per law': Pak after ICJ verdict

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

The statement claimed that the Hague-based ICJ in its judgment did not accept India's plea to 'acquit/release' Jadhav.

Review: Salman gets it right in Bajrangi Bhaijaan

Review: Salman gets it right in Bajrangi Bhaijaan

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

'Even in its unmistakably masala tone, Bajrangi Bhaijaan firmly believes the desire for peace is universal and recommends being a hero. Or just human,' says Sukanya Verma.

Pak gets little traction globally on Kashmir issue: Sources

Pak gets little traction globally on Kashmir issue: Sources

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

Islamabad is being bluntly asked not to use the development in Kashmir for cross border terrorism or infiltration across the Line of Control.

Imran Khan telephones UN chief, raises Kashmir issue

Imran Khan telephones UN chief, raises Kashmir issue

Rediff.com22 Dec 2018

In a set of recent tweets, Khan said that "Kashmiris must be allowed to decide their future".

Taliban suicide bomber kills 4 in Pakistan

Taliban suicide bomber kills 4 in Pakistan

Rediff.com5 Sep 2021

The attack targeted a Frontier Corps (FC) checkpost on the Mastung road in Quetta, the provincial capital, Deputy Inspector General of Quetta police Azhar Akram said.

Pak authorities restore land for first Hindu temple in Islamabad

Pak authorities restore land for first Hindu temple in Islamabad

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

According to the report, four kanals (0.5 acres) of land at H-9/2 in Islamabad was allotted to the community in 2016 for the construction of the first ever Hindu temple, cremation and community centre.

Ahead of Modi's visit, UN honours 26/11 victims

Ahead of Modi's visit, UN honours 26/11 victims

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

The United Nations has dedicated a solidarity tree in remembrance of victims of terrorism with a solemn ceremony that also honoured victims of the 2008 Mumbai attack, on the eve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the world organisation.

India cannot suppress Kashmiris' voice, should hold plebiscite: Sharif

India cannot suppress Kashmiris' voice, should hold plebiscite: Sharif

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Sharif said, "Today we are observing Black Day to express solidarity with Kashmiris and are giving a strong message to the world that Pakistanis are with them (Kashmiris) for their struggle to get their rights."

Pak court indicts 59 people for burning alive Christian couple

Pak court indicts 59 people for burning alive Christian couple

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

Two clerics and four women were among 59 people indicted by a Pakistani anti-terrorism court on Wednesday for burning alive a Christian couple over alleged desecration of the Quran in Punjab province.

Pak govt washes hand off row over Indian envoy's Karachi event

Pak govt washes hand off row over Indian envoy's Karachi event

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

Pakistan has said that Karachi Chambers of Commerce and Industries, which cancelled Indian High Commissioner Gautam Bambawale's public engagement at the last minute, is an independent body, a day after India summoned Pakistani envoy to lodge a strong protest over the incident.

Victims of 26/11, Pathankot attacks yet to get justice: India at UNSC

Victims of 26/11, Pathankot attacks yet to get justice: India at UNSC

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

Speaking in the Security Council briefing on 'Threat to International Peace & Security Caused by Terrorist Acts' on Wednesday, Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador T S Tirumurti reiterated India's firm belief that terrorism in one part of the world is threat to peace and security of entire world.