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‘She agreed to work for £5 an hour’: the desperate plight of many Leicester garment workers

After Covid shone a spotlight on life in the city’s clothing industry, activists and unions gained access to factories. But abuses are still rife

The Guardian - UK

After a record 1,111 NGOs got FCRA nod in 2023, 30 get clearance in January

The Fo Guang Shan monastic order originated in Taiwan in the 1960s and the Delhi centre was established in 2008.

The Hindu

'Pushes us closer to the abyss': Former Azerbaijani oil executive to head COP29

Azerbaijan's ecology minister and former oil executive Mukhtar Babayev was on Friday appointed to lead the United Nations' annual climate talks in a move that has sparked concern among NGOs and environmentalists who voiced similar worries over last year’s COP28 chair Sultan Al Jaber, chief of the United Arab Emirates’…

France 24

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Civil society under siege, in India

The last bastion and ray of hope for India’s democracy is its civic space, but it is under serious threat

The Hindu

What's next for Private Internet Access in 2024?

With 2023 about to end, we talked to VPN provider Private Internet Access to reflect on what happened in data privacy and see what it has in store for the next year.

TechRadar

In Chad Camps, Survivors Recount Sudan War Horrors

Sitting outside her makeshift shelter in eastern Chad, Sudanese refugee Mariam Adam Yaya warmed up tea on some firewood in a bid to quell the pangs of hunger.

International Business Times

Macron faces party rebellion as French lawmakers advance tougher immigration bill

French President Emmanuel Macron was facing a rebellion within his own party from left-leaning deputies on Tuesday after a tougher immigration bill won the support of the far right under Marine Le Pen as it advanced through parliament. NGOs have slammed the measure as the "most regressive" immigration law in…

France 24

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Explosion at Guinea fuel depot kills 13 people

An explosion at Guinea's main oil terminal in Conakry has killed 13 people, injuring scores more. The fire has been largely contained, but concerns over fuel shortages have prompted residents to besiege gas stations nearby. Plus, candidates make one last appeal for votes on the campaign trail ahead of Wednesday's…

France 24

Chad Votes On New Constitution Ahead Of Promised End Of Military Rule

Polls opened in a Chadian referendum on a new constitution on Sunday, with the vote seen as a key step towards elections and the return of civilian rule promised, but postponed, by the ruling military junta.

International Business Times

Despite Environmental Concerns, AMLO Puts Mexico's Maya Train Underway

Mexico's Maya tourist train glided into action on Friday, promising prosperity for one of the country's poorest regions, but tainted by allegations of environmental devastation.

Latin Times

Mexico's Maya Train Underway, Despite Environmental Concerns

Mexico's Maya tourist train glided into action on Friday, promising prosperity for one of the country's poorest regions, but tainted by allegations of environmental devastation.

International Business Times

Let's Make Sure Humanitarian NGOs Stand For Human Rights

Human Rights Day is observed on Dec. 10 every year to commemorate the adoption and proclamation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, known as the first enunciation of human rights in the world.

International Business Times

Chennai Corporation braces for heavy rain; deploys pumps in flood-prone areas

Chennai Corp. has taken steps to prepare for heavy rains: 650 pumps, 8 heavy duty diesel-operated pumps, 184 tractor-driven pumps, 190 power saws, 6 tree pruning machines, 61 telescopic pruners, 4 robotic multi-purpose excavators, 162 multi-hazard shelters, 30 lines on helpline 1913. Officers instructed to coordinate with other depts., councillors,…

The Hindu

COP28 Puts Out Welcome Mat To Lobbyists

"All views are welcome. All views are needed," declared Sultan Al Jaber, president of the UN's COP28 and head of the Emirates state oil and gas company in the run-up to the climate talks in Dubai.

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Monsoon mayhem in Shimla rings alarm bells, triggers calls for course correction

Himachal Pradesh's Shimla suffered major damage due to monsoon rains. An expert committee set up by the State govt. identified two critical issues: construction overburden & unplanned open drainage. Govt. must take steps to save the town by restricting construction & using light structures. A multidisciplinary exercise involving govt., NGOs,…

Al Jazeera

Sudan aid workers risk ‘kidnap and rape’, experts warn

Aid organisations make urgent call for humanitarian corridors to allow them to do their work safely.

Dynamite News

Myanmar refugees in Mizoram get support from State Government and NGOs after fleeing Air Strikes at border

The state government and administration have also specially inquired about the health issues of the refugees. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Guardian - UK

Asylum groups warn of ‘catastrophic situation’ in northern France

People in Calais and Dunkirk may die due to lack of shelter and sanitation, NGOs tell government officials

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Ragi malt will be given to schoolchildren from next month as additional supplement: Madhu Bangarappa

Karnataka govt to give ragi malt as additional supplement to students in all govt & aided schools from Dec 2023. 3,000 schools to be upgraded as Karnataka Public Schools in 3 yrs. CSR fund of ₹2,500 cr to be collected from corporate cos & NGOs. Aim to improve class 10…

Radio France Internationale

France's Macron calls for ceasefire at Gaza donor conference, boosts aid

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday urged nations to "work towards a ceasefire" between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, as he hosted a conference on humanitarian aid for the Palestinian territory. Israel is not attending the event, which welcomes officials from more than 50 countries, plus UN agencies…

The Conversation

Resources to save 'every creeping thing of the earth' are limited. What would Noah do?

The annual United Nations Climate Change Conference, better known as COP, that starts Nov. 30 in the United Arab Emirates will bring together governments, businesses, international organizations and NGOs to shine a spotlight on the climate emergency the world faces and consider solutions to the crisis. The alarming rates at…

The Guardian - UK

Allegations of extensive sexual abuse at Kenyan offsetting project used by Shell and Netflix

NGOs report allegations of abuse and harassment at Kasigau Corridor conservation project in southern Kenya over 12 years

Al Jazeera

In Tunisia, pro-Palestinian fervour used to push for anti-NGO law

Capitalising on deep public anger against Israel and its Western backers, Tunisia is mulling laws to stifle NGOs.

The Hindu

Mizoram poll a show of which party cares for ‘refugees’ more

In Mizoram, refugees from Myanmar and Bangladesh have become a poll issue for the first time in five decades. The Mizo National Front (MNF) government has expressed "pain" for their plight, while NGOs, church organisations and individuals have taken care of them. Candidates from different parties are vying for votes…

The Hindu

Myanmar refugees want ration, kids education from new Mizoram government

Myanmar citizens in Sihhmui camp expect new Mizoram government to provide meals, education, medical care & better amenities. Gov't provided rations, water & other essentials, but stopped in Sept. 130 people seek jobs to sustain families. NGOs provide ration. Education & medical care are key concerns. Residents hope for livestock,…

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