Gaza war: How South Africa's genocide case against Israel is shaping up
South Africa has accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, presenting their case at the International Court of Justice. Israel's legal team argues that their actions are self-defense. The accusation marks a significant moment in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and could have symbolic implications for Israel's international standing.
Why global leaders need to learn how to manage and limit immigration
International migrants amount to about 3% of the world population, which means 97% stay at home: “There is no evidence that global migration is accelerating,” de Haas writes. In the US, immigrants constitute about the same proportion of the total population, 14%, as they did a century ago.
Thousands of Chinese migrants cross border as US marks 80th anniversary of Repeal of Exclusion Act
As the US marks the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act, thousands of Chinese immigrants are crossing the US-Mexico border after witnessing a decline in the Chinese economy, as reported by Voice of America (VOA).
Manipur tribal body blames Meitei police commandos for Moreh shootout
The incident corroborates the persisting suspicions of the locals who have strongly feared the presence of the Meitei Police Commandos in the town. The locals fear the Meitei State Commandos as a serious threat to the collective well-being of the people, especially at a time when the state has totally been divided on ethnic lines with unrestrained hostility and the complete failure of law enforcement agencies of the state.
Mizoram: Myanmar refugee issue becomes a flashpoint
The MHA had in April asked the Manipur and Mizoram governments to collect biographic and biometric data of "illegal migrants" in the two states and complete the process by September this year. Following the request of the Manipur government, the timeframe was later extended by a year.
Fox News’ Greg Gutfeld receives backlash for Holocaust remark, White House calls it ‘obscenity’; Here’s what happened.
In response to the situation, Andrew Bates, a White House spokesperson, stated that what was allowed to be said on Fox News yesterday, and their subsequent failure to condemn it, is considered an “obscenity”.
Mizoram govt to profile 9,501 displaced tribals from Manipur; enrol students in govt schools
There are 3,481 displaced people in Kolasib district, 3,157 in Aizawl and 2,390 in Saitual. Around 473 displaced people have sought shelter in Champhai, Khawzawl, Serchhip, Mamit, Lunglei, Hnahthial and Siaha.
Mizoram constitutes committee to aid Internally Displaced Persons from Manipur
The government of Mizoram, India, has constituted a High-Level Committee on Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) of Manipur in Mizoram to take necessary actions on implementing decisions related to IDPs. The committee will provide relief and humanitarian assistance to over 9,000 IDPs from Manipur facing ethnic clashes and will be chaired by Lalchamliana, Minister for Home and Disaster Management. Home Secretary H. Lalengmawia has been appointed as the member secretary of the committee, and other members include ministers, secretaries, civil societies, and a representative of the Mizoram Kohhran Hruaitute Committee. Mizoram also shelters over 40,000 Myanmar refugees and 772 refugees from Bangladesh.
Cyclone Mocha death toll rises to 60 in Myanmar
In Rakhine state, at least 41 people died in the villages of Bu Ma and nearby Khaung Doke Kar, inhabited by the persecuted Rohingya Muslim minority, local leaders told AFP reporters at the scene. Thirteen people were killed when a monastery collapsed in a village in Rathedaung township north of Rakhine's capital Sittwe, and a woman died when a building collapsed in a neighbouring village, according to Myanmar state broadcaster MRTV.
10,000 persons sought refuge in India in 2022: Report
By 2022-end, India had about 405,000 refugees, which includes 213,578 refugees recognised/ registered by the Government of India and housed in various camps; about 31,313 refugees belonging to minority communities from neighbouring countries who had been given long-term visas on the basis of their claims of religious persecution; and about 160,085 unregistered refugees.
BBC documentary: Rishi Sunak defends PM Modi, says he doesn't agree with the characterization
Sunak said: “The UK government’s position on this has been clear and long standing and hasn’t changed. Of course, we don’t tolerate persecution anywhere, but I am not sure I agree at all with the characterization the honorable gentleman has put forward.” Earlier in the day, India also described the BBC documentary on the 2002 Gujarat riots as a "propaganda piece".
Year-ender 2022: China's fall from grace amid falling GDP growth, Zero Covid policy
China's gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow at 5.5 per cent in 2022, the lowest in more than 30 years. China's GDP growth target for 2022 is sharply lower than 8.1 per cent expansion in the economy achieved in 2021. The annual official growth target was revealed by Premier Li Keqiang in the Government Work Report that was delivered to the opening of the annual session of the National People's Congress (NPC), the country's top legislature, on Saturday morning, Global Times reported.
Iraq emerges as a key pillar in China’s BRI strategy
China’s interest in West Asia and the Arab world is primarily for securing energy supply for its uninterrupted economic growth, but there is a strategic agenda as well. One reason is that the region may act as a hub to expand its market and sphere of influence in Africa as well as Europe.
India sends strong message to Pakistan on abduction, forcible conversion of Sikh woman teacher: Jaishankar
While in a letter addressed to the NCM chairman on September 17, Jaishankar informed that the Government has taken note of the incident and as soon as the report of the incident was received, it also raised the matter with the Pakistani counterpart through diplomatic channels and conveyed "grave concerns" at the incident.
US steps up diplomatic efforts with China on Taiwan, Russia
The U.S.-China relationship has become increasingly fraught in recent years over multiple issues, including the persecution of Muslims and ethnic minorities in China's western Xinjiang region, clampdowns on dissent in Tibet and Hong Kong, aggressive Chinese actions in the South China Sea and against Taiwan, and the handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
China may have committed crimes against humanity in Xinjiang, says UN
U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet, who has faced criticism from some diplomats and rights groups for being too soft on China, released the report just minutes before her four-year term ended. She visited China in May.
Focus on China's 'abuses' on Muslims in Xinjiang
The May 23 to 28 visit by Michelle Bachelet comes as rights groups pile pressure on her office to release a long-postponed report on the situation in Xinjiang.
Blast at Shi'ite mosque in Afghan city of Kandahar kills dozens
Nematullah Wafa, a former member of the provincial council, said the blast occurred at the Imam Bargah mosque and caused heavy casualties but there were no immediate confirmation of the number of dead and wounded. There was no immediate claim of responsibility.
Russia, China, Pakistan urge Hamid Karzai, Abdullah to form inclusive govt
Several countries have been reiterating the Taliban to form an inclusive government in Afghanistan but the group continue to crack down on minority and women.
Shias demand share in Kabul's power structure
The Shia Ulema Council has urged the Taliban to ensure that they will treat all faiths and ethnicities with equality and justice. The Council said the next government should ensure the participation of all religions and ethnicities.
United States cites China, Myanmar, Ethiopia in genocide report
The report said the US continues to believe that China's actions against the Uyghurs constitutes a “genocide.” That finding was first announced by former President Donald Trump's administration, as was a determination that Myanmar was engaged in “ethnic cleansing” against Rohyinga Muslims in its northern Rakhine state.
Bangladesh Islamist groups demand severing ties with China over Uyghur persecution
At the pre-protest rally Mufti Fakhrul Islam, chairman of the public service movement in Bangladesh as the chief guest said if the China government does not stop persecuting the Uyghur Muslims in that country, the Muslims around the world would not remain silent. If necessary, the Chinese ambassador should be expelled from Bangladesh, protestors demanded.
India condemns violence, persecution in name of religion
Bishnoi voiced deep concern over the activities of the proscribed outfits, radicalised and extremist groups in the Middle East which are critically impacting peace.
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