It is not as though the Board of Peace (BOP) is in tatters or on the verge of collapse except that many nations who have been invited to join the …
Human Rights
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ECOSOC President Lok Bahadur Thapa Calls for Stronger Multilateral Action at Council’s 80th Anniversary
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readPresident of the Economic and Social Council, Ambassador Lok Bahadur Thapa, emphasized that countries around the world, particularly those in special situations including Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and …
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U.S.–Arab Engagement Revives Pakistan Military’s Global Standing
by Senge Seringby Senge Sering 8 minutes readPresident Donald Trump and Arab leaders have breathed new life into Pakistan’s military by breaking its economic and geopolitical quarantine. History reveals that when governments and militaries are seen as …
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India Calls for Reformed Multilateralism, UN Security Council Expansion at General Assembly Plenary
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readIndia has emphasized the need for United Nations member states to act with a “joint sense of purpose” to advance “reformed multilateralism,” highlighting the urgency of updating global institutions to …
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“7 Decades: A Silent Refugee Crisis” Art Exhibition Brings Untold Refugee Stories to Capitol Hill
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes read7 Decades: A Silent Refugee Crisis, an immersive art exhibition curated by human rights advocate and artist Kiran Chukkapalli, will be presented on January 16, 2026, at the Rayburn House …
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Opinion: Iran is a Different Challenge
by Sridhar Krishnaswami 5 minutes readIt is a foreign policy scenario that is totally different from what the Trump administration has been witnessing in the last four months. It has nothing to do with chasing …
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Assam’s SOP Must Move Beyond Closures
by Utkarsh Yadav and Alokita Yadav 3 minutes readUmrangso’s rat-hole mine flooding in January 2025, which trapped nine workers, underlined how quickly unauthorised extraction turns fatal. Similar incidents across the North East show that a ban without routine detection and …
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In Conversation with Rajesh Mehta: Ambassador Lakshmi Puri
by Rajesh Mehta, Special to South Asian Herald 8 minutes readAmbassador Lakshmi Murdeshwar Puri is a distinguished Indian diplomat, former UN Assistant Secretary-General and author, known for her extensive work in international development, human rights and women’s economic empowerment. She …
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Hindu American Foundation Raises Alarm Over Rising Violence Against Religious Minorities in Bangladesh Ahead of Elections
by SAH Staff Reporter 4 minutes readThe Hindu American Foundation (HAF) has echoed the “urgent concerns” raised by the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council over ongoing violence targeting Hindus and escalating threats faced by religious …
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Rep. Ro Khanna Reports ‘Systemic Neglect’ After Visit to California ICE Detention Center
by SAH Special Correspondent 7 minutes readIndian American Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA) recently visited the ICE California City Detention Center saying the experience left him with a profound sense of “urgency” after speaking with nearly 50 …