Born with a name that symbolized a wish for a son, the author reflects on her lifelong battle with gender norms. Through poignant personal anecdotes and societal observations, she explores how rigid gender roles have shaped her experiences and how evolving perspectives on gender are paving the way for a more inclusive future. By […]
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Waterboarding, Electric Shocks, Siccing Dogs: U.N. Report Details Alleged Israeli Torture of Detained Palestinians
By Agencies GENEVA — The U.N. human rights office issued a report Wednesday saying Palestinians detained by Israeli authorities since the Oct. 7 attacks faced waterboarding, sleep deprivation, electric shocks, the release of dogs, and other forms of torture and mistreatment. The report said Israel’s prison service held more than 9,400 “security detainees” as of […]
The Dowry Dilemma
The eradication of dowry requires a multifaceted approach that addresses its legal, social, and economic dimensions. By Mir Shahid Our society is built upon a multitude of physical and material elements, among which the institution of matrimony or civil union stands as an intrinsic aspect and a cornerstone of our social fabric. It […]
CAA: Hope for Minorities
By Chasfeeda Shah On Monday, March 11th, 2024, India took a significant stride towards rectifying historical injustices with the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) rules. This Act, which was first introduced in December 2019, aims to provide refuge to minorities facing persecution in neighboring countries such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The journey […]