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Hijab ban in Mumbai college explained: Supreme Court to hear plea on Aug 9 | India News

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Hijab ban in Mumbai college explained: Supreme Court to hear plea on Aug 9 | India News

Women stage a protest against the hijab ban imposed in the few colleges in Karnataka, in Mumbai on Sunday. (ANI Photo) 4 min read Last Updated : Aug 08 2024 | 1:54 PM IST The Supreme Court of India will hear a plea on August 9 challenging a Bombay High Court verdict that upheld … Read more

Freedom of Expression Under Scrutiny as UK Authorities Suppress Environmental Activism

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Freedom of Expression Under Scrutiny as UK Authorities Suppress Environmental Activism

A stringent crackdown on environmental protests in the United Kingdom, characterised by “draconian” new laws, excessive restrictions on courtroom evidence, and the use of civil injunctions, is casting a chilling effect on fundamental freedoms, according to a United Nations expert. In the face of the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, … Read more