There are public servants who administer governments, and then there are those who quietly transform lives. Harjot Kaur belongs to the second category. For over three decades, her work has taken her from the villages of India to Afghanistan and, today, to the World Bank, where she leads social development initiatives across Central Asia. Throughout this journey, one … [Read more...] about Beyond Borders: A Life Dedicated to Humanity
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Freedom of Religion and Expression in South Korea: International Concerns and Perspectives
Representatives from European human rights organizations and academic institutions display a jointly signed letter calling on the South Korean government to release Chairman Lee Man-hee from pre-trial detention, following a press conference on freedom of religion and expression at the Seoul Foreign Correspondents' Club on 7 August. The signatories argued that humanitarian … [Read more...] about Freedom of Religion and Expression in South Korea: International Concerns and Perspectives
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026 Commemoration Event Held in Mumbai
Mumbai | July 2026 - A grand Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026 Commemoration Event was held in Mumbai to commemorate the 27th anniversary of India’s historic victory in the Kargil War and to pay heartfelt tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces. The event served as a solemn reminder of the supreme sacrifices made by … [Read more...] about Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026 Commemoration Event Held in Mumbai
Survivors of sexual violence in South Asia struggle to access compensation, new report finds
A new report by SAMAJ reveals why many survivors of sexual violence in South Asia struggle to access financial compensation despite legal guarantees. Mumbai, India, July 22, 2026: Beyond the devastating psychological and physical impacts, sexual violence often inflicts significant economic harm on survivors. While governments in South Asia have acknowledged this by … [Read more...] about Survivors of sexual violence in South Asia struggle to access compensation, new report finds
Rtn. R. Srikanth Installed as 67th President of Rotary Club of Madras South for RY 2026–27
Chennai, 3 July 2026: The Rotary Club of Madras South (RCMS) proudly celebrated its 67th Installation Ceremony, marking the beginning of a new Rotary year under the leadership of Rtn. R. Srikanth, who was installed as the 67th President for Rotary Year 2026–27. Joining him in the leadership team are Rtn. Balamurugan S as Secretary and Rtn. S. Balaji as Treasurer, along with … [Read more...] about Rtn. R. Srikanth Installed as 67th President of Rotary Club of Madras South for RY 2026–27