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50 million people in modern slavery; women, children most vulnerable: ILO

In its latest report, the Geneva-based International Labour Organization (ILO) said that 50 million people were living in modern slavery in 2021

50 million people in modern slavery; women, children most vulnerable: ILO
Updated On : 13 Sep 2022 | 9:16 AM IST

Taliban chief bans forced marriage of women in Afghanistan

The move was announced by the reclusive Taliban chief, Hibatullah Akhunzada

Taliban chief bans forced marriage of women in Afghanistan
Updated On : 04 Dec 2021 | 12:39 AM IST

Madhya Pradesh govt to take ordinance route to enforce anti-conversion law

The decision comes in the wake of the postponement of the winter session of the state assembly due to the COVID-19 situation

Madhya Pradesh govt to take ordinance route to enforce anti-conversion law
Updated On : 28 Dec 2020 | 11:56 PM IST

'Pakadua Vivah': Over 3,400 youths abducted in 2017 for marriage in Bihar

Going by the police records, on an average nine Pakadua Vivah have been taking place daily in the state

'Pakadua Vivah': Over 3,400 youths abducted in 2017 for marriage in Bihar
Updated On : 05 Feb 2018 | 7:03 PM IST