KARACHI: A much-needed facility for survivors of sexual violence was established in the port city Friday. The Anti-Rape Crisis Cell (ARCC) will remain operational round the clock with proper security at the Police Surgeon Office, Civil Hospital. The facility will serve as a
This joint publication by OHCHR and Equitas-International Centre for Human Rights Education offers valuable insights and strategies for effective human rights education programming. Building on extensive research and analysis, the Compendium showcases successful projects and initiatives across various thematic areas, including addressing
KARACHI: Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced on Thursday that Sindh has achieved over 50 per cent reduction in child mortality rate. This moment of triumph, according to him, is a testament to his administration’s relentless efforts to ensure that every child
KARACHI: The Sindh Assembly took note of rising concerns among consumers on soaring prices of food items and decided to take strict action against profiteers and hoarders. In this regard the assembly unanimously passed the ‘The Sindh Essential Commodities Price Control and Prevention
“Gap Analysis of Legislation Related to Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) in Sindh” is a publication developed through a partnership between the Sindh Commission on the Status of Women and UN Women Pakistan. It provides an in-depth analysis of the existing legal
KARACHI: The provincial cabinet on Wednesday approved the Sindh Human Rights Policy for five years to ensure protection and promotion of rights of various marginalised sections of the society including women, children, labourers, minorities, differently-abled and transgender persons. The Sindh human rights
Amidst the global recognition of AI’s potential, concerns about its associated risks have resonated worldwide. However, in Pakistan, the focus remains primarily on the opportunities AI presents, with limited attention given to potential risks, specifically those pertaining to human rights. This report
THE world is at an inflection point with mounting geopolitical tensions and global economic volatility contributing to a fraught and unstable situation. Multilateralism is facing growing challenges in an increasingly fragmented international system. The resurgence of East-West tensions, Ukraine war and intensifying
HYDERABAD: The committee set up by Sindh Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ghulam Nabi Memon a couple of days back is scheduled to meet on Monday (today) to start its task of chalking out a comprehensive plan vis-à-vis the ongoing anti-dacoit operation
KARACHI: Sindh High Court has directed the prosecutor general of Sindh to submit a report about the preparation of guidelines for interrogation reports in criminal cases. The direction came on the bail application of a man who is involved in a robbery