UN Rights Chief’s credibility at stake in China visit: HRW

Geneva: The upcoming visit to China by the United Nations high commissioner for human rights should highlight the need for justice for victims of violations and accountability for those responsible, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on Saturday.

Amnesty International, HRW ask Pakistan to repeal PECA Ordinance

Islamabad: Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch (HRW) have urged Pakistan to repeal amendments to the "draconian" Pakistan Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA) Ordinance, terming it the latest in a "concerted campaign to restrict freedom of expression and stifle dissent".

Beijing Olympics to begin amid atrocity crimes: HRW

Beijing: The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics will open amid atrocity crimes and other grave human rights violations by the Chinese government, 243 nongovernmental organizations from around the world said today.

Taliban govt rejects right's group report on execution of over 100 Afghan security members

Kabul/UNI: The Taliban-led government has rejected the recent report that revealed the group had executed dozens Afghan security members after they surrendered following the fall of civilian government earlier this year.