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Police probe public shaming of robbery suspect

The commission also urged the public to refrain from sharing videos that show such acts, citing the need to protect human dignity and due process.

Rights body urges public to report crimes, avoid abuse

The commission warned that such actions not only violate fundamental human rights but also undermine the rule of law.

Rights body urges CCTV in police cells after custody deaths

The call comes in the wake of multiple distressing incidents reported from the Kulhudhuffushi Police Station.

HRCM urges respect for rights in protests

HRCM urged demonstrators to conduct their rallies in a manner that does not disrupt traffic or cause inconvenience to the public.

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Families, lawyers confirm prison hunger strike

A lawyer said there were a lot of concerns the prisoners have been raising for a while now, without resolution.

20 February 2023

Rights body says centre for disabled lacks basic services

Some of the issues listed in this year's report have been advised consistently by HRCM to state authorities to be resolved since 2013.

13 October 2022

Nigerian dies in custody at Maafushi prison

The deceased, identified as Emmanuel John Paul Okonachi, was 35 years old at the time of his death.

13 February 2025

Violence against women at alarming levels: HRCM

The most common form of domestic violence was committed by the spouse

HRCM, PPM trade blame over opposition visit to commission office

The HRCM issued a statement on the matter, while PPM responded by issuing a statement of their own on Wednesday night.

After HRCM meeting, opposition warns no-confidence motion

The opposition did add that they hoped the HRCM will listen to the complaints of the opposition even though the commission is composed of politicians.

Public wants MPs to lose seat for crossovers, survey shows

According to the survey, 43% believe that the Election Commission works independently, but 57% disagrees.

Muizzu vows to repeal Yameen-era law restricting assemblies

Muizzu said he would allow protesters calling for the release of President Yameen and that there would be full freedom of assembly.