NHRC
Indian Railways Confirms No Provision for Halal-Certified Food on Trains
Nov 27, 2025 02:56 am CST
The Railway Board has officially clarified that Indian Railways does not have any provision for serving halal-certified food on trains, responding to NHRC concerns about food practices. Officials confirmed that all meals follow FSSAI guidelines without specific religious certification requirements, addressing misconceptions about non-vegetarian meal preparation on Indian train services.
NHRC Demands Investigation After Delhi Student's Suicide Allegedly Due to School Harassment
Nov 22, 2025 01:50 am CST
The National Human Rights Commission has issued notices to Delhi officials following a Class 10 student's suicide, allegedly caused by teacher harassment at a prestigious school. The commission has requested an investigation report within 10 days as former students report similar experiences of mental harassment and discrimination at the institution.
Delhi High Court Rules Police Must Treat Women With Dignity and Respect: No Need for Additional Guidelines
Oct 28, 2025 02:24 am CST
The Delhi High Court has ruled against creating new guidelines for police interaction with women, stating that officers are already expected to treat women with dignity and refrain from using inappropriate language. Justice Sanjeev Narula addressed a petition seeking formal protocols for respectful treatment of women at police stations, clarifying that existing standards sufficiently mandate dignified conduct by law enforcement.
NHRC Takes Action Against Widespread Cooking Oil Reuse: Health and Environmental Concerns Prompt Investigation
Oct 25, 2025 01:09 pm CST
The National Human Rights Commission has issued notices to health authorities regarding the dangerous practice of reusing cooking oil in India. This comprehensive investigation addresses serious public health risks including cancer and heart disease, while also highlighting environmental pollution caused by improper disposal. The Commission has requested state-wise reports and immediate action on this pressing human rights issue affecting millions of citizens.
NHRC Investigates Alleged Religious Conversion of 556 Hindu Children in Unauthorized Madhya Pradesh Madrasas
Sep 30, 2025 05:43 pm CST
The National Human Rights Commission has demanded an action-taken report regarding allegations that 556 Hindu children are being targeted for religious conversion in 27 unauthorized madrasas across Madhya Pradesh's Morena district. The complaint suggests these institutions are teaching religious texts without parental consent or government approval, potentially violating multiple laws including the Juvenile Justice Act and constitutional provisions.