NYC schools sue the US Education Department over $47M in grant cuts tied to transgender policies: Here’s why it matters
New York City Public Schools have taken the federal government to court in a dispute that could reshape how protections for transgender students are enforced nationwide. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in Manhattan federal court, challenges the US Education Department’s decision to withhold $47 million in grants for 19 specialty magnet schools, citing policies that allow transgender students to use bathrooms and play sports consistent with their gender identity, the Associated Press reports. Funding at stake The conflict began with a September letter from the US Department of Education, led by Secretary Linda McMahon, warning that the city’s policies could violate Title IX, the federal law prohibiting sex-based discrimination in education. School officials were given a deadline to revise these policies or risk losing both current and future funding. According to Craig Trainor, the acting assistant secretary for civil rights, the department’s concern is that “male students who identify as female or transgender are given unqualified access to female intimate spaces,” as reported by the Associated Press. New York City was one of several districts, including Chicago and Fairfax County in Virginia, to receive such warnings. Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos framed the department’s threat as a violation of both law and principle. She told the Associated Press, “US DOE’s threat to cut off tens of millions of dollars in magnet funding unless we cancelled our protections for transgender and gender expansive students is contrary to federal, state, and local law and, just as importantly, our values as New York City Public Schools.” Legal and policy implications The 48-page lawsuit seeks to reverse the department’s decision, asserting that New York City’s policies are fully compliant with Title IX and that the Education Department’s interpretation is inconsistent with state and city laws prohibiting gender-based discrimination. The department, in turn, has dismissed the suit. An agency spokesperson told the Associated Press that “The Department sees no merit in this lawsuit.” The spokesperson emphasized that the magnet school grant program “requires certification of civil rights compliance, which we could obviously not do in the face of NYC’s continued determination to violate the rights of female students under Title IX.” A broader context The dispute over New York City is part of a wider national conversation on transgender rights in schools. In a related development, New York State Education Commissioner Betty Rosa ordered the Massapequa School District, located in a Long Island suburb, to temporarily halt enforcement of bathroom restrictions for transgender students. The New York Civil Liberties Union is challenging a policy that barred students from using facilities aligning with their gender identity. In response to the commissioner’s order, the district said it will continue offering a gender-neutral locker room and bathroom option to any student who prefers it, the Associated Press reports. What this means for students and schools Beyond the immediate question of funding, the lawsuit underscores how federal and local interpretations of Title IX can directly affect students’ daily experiences. For magnet schools that rely on grant money to offer specialized programs, the stakes extend from policy debates to classroom resources, extracurricular activities, and equitable access for all students. As the case unfolds, it could set a precedent on how civil rights protections for transgender students intersect with federal funding, providing clarity, or further contention, on the scope of Title IX in public education. For students, educators, and policymakers, the outcome is likely to resonate far beyond New York City’s school district. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Delhi Police nab 10 transgender Bangladeshi illegal immigrants
New Delhi: Ten transgender Bangladeshi nationals, residing illegally in Delhi, have been apprehended by the Delhi Police in three separate operations, officials said on Tuesday. The operations were carried out by the Foreigner Cell of the North-West District Police, with eight individuals detained in the jurisdiction of Police Station Shalimar Bagh and two in the jurisdiction of Police Station Mahendra Park. According to officials, during verification, it was discovered that the individuals were living in India without valid documents and were involved in begging during the day while engaging in objectionable activities at night. “Recently, information was received regarding the movement of some suspected Bangladeshi nationals near Haiderpur Metro Station and New Subzi Mandi, Mahendra Park. Acting on this input, regular surveillance and area domination exercises were conducted in the said localities,” the officials stated. Based on the gathered intelligence, a dedicated team comprising Sub-Inspector Sapan, Sub-Inspector Shyambir, Assistant Sub-Inspector Rajender, Head Constables Vikram, Kapil Kumar, Vikash Yadav, Parveen, Tika Ram, and Kapil, along with Women Head Constables Poonam and Deepak, Constables Nishant Mattoo, Hawa Singh, and Deepak Bangar, was constituted under the close supervision of Inspector Chaitanya Abhijit, incharge of the Foreigner Cell, and overall supervision of Rajeev Kumar, ACP, Foreigners Cell. Acting on actionable intelligence gathered during routine checks, the team conducted raids with the help of informers. During these operations, eight suspicious individuals were intercepted near Haiderpur Metro Station within Shalimar Bagh jurisdiction, while two others were caught near New Subzi Mandi in the Mahendra Park area. The authorities further stated that during initial questioning, the suspects claimed to be Indian citizens, but their inconsistent responses and nervous behaviour raised doubts about their claims. A detailed investigation involving document verification, analysis of digital footprints, and examination of photographic evidence later revealed strong links to Bangladesh. “Corroborating indicators, such as online connections with Bangladeshi entities, confirmed their identity as illegal Bangladeshi immigrants,” the police said. During further inquiry, photographs recovered from their mobile phones and Instagram accounts depicted locations in Bangladesh. On sustained interrogation, the accused admitted their Bangladeshi nationality and even produced their Bangladeshi National ID cards. “It was further revealed that they had undergone Gender-Affirming Surgery (GAS) to alter their physical appearance and resemble women. To conceal their identity, they regularly used heavy makeup, sarees or salwar suits, wigs, and other feminine accessories. They had also modified their voice and body language to imitate female mannerisms,” the police statement said. The investigation confirmed that all ten individuals were Bangladeshi nationals living in Delhi without valid travel documents, visas, or permits, in clear violation of the Foreigners Act, 1946, and other relevant immigration laws. Courtesy : THI Note: This news is originally published on https:/thehansindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
“Gay grooming halftime show”: Jason Whitlock claims NFL is promoting demonic worship and pushing transgender agenda
The NFL’s announcement that Bad Bunny will headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show has triggered an explosive response from former sports columnist Jason Whitlock. Known for his outspoken conservative views, Whitlock accused commissioner Roger Goodell and the league of openly rejecting Christianity while pushing cultural agendas that clash with faith-based values. Jason Whitlock accuses NFL of targeting Christian fans with Bad Bunny choice Speaking on his show Fearless, Jason Whitlock didn’t hold back. “The National Football League despises Jesus, Christ and Christianity and Christian values,” he said, adding that the league was using the halftime stage as “a tool to promote demonic worship, demonic energy, gayness, transgenderism, anything that defiles Jesus Christ.” His fiery remarks came just hours after the NFL confirmed Bad Bunny would perform at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. For Whitlock, the decision was not simply about entertainment—it was, in his view, a calculated cultural signal. He questioned, “Need to ask Roger Goodell, how far is this going to go? Will Satan personally receive an invitation to perform at halftime next year?” The criticism taps into an ongoing clash between traditionalist fans and the NFL’s push toward diverse, globally minded halftime productions. With Roc Nation and Apple Music producing the show, the league has emphasized inclusion and cultural reach. But for critics like Whitlock, those choices represent a sharp break from the values they believe football once upheld. Call for boycott and church-led protests against the Super Bowl Whitlock went beyond criticism and called on Christian groups to take action. “We can make the NFL reverse course on this decision and or pay a price for this decision,” he said, urging churches to organize Sunday night worship services instead of tuning into the game. “There’s no way in heck I’m watching this Super Bowl not with this Bad Bunny gay grooming halftime show.” — PopBase (@PopBase) While Whitlock’s words reflect one end of the spectrum, others in the entertainment world have embraced the decision. Former halftime performers like Bruno Mars, Shakira, and Jennifer Lopez have voiced support for Bad Bunny, who is set to become the first solo Spanish-language artist to headline the event. The backlash highlights the cultural tug-of-war that continues to play out on one of the world’s biggest stages. For the NFL, the halftime show remains a chance to capture global audiences. For Whitlock and his followers, however, it’s another sign that the league is drifting away from the values they once held dear. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Charlie Kirk assassination: Suspect’s transgender boyfriend reportedly kicked out of home; experimented with drugs and alcohol in youth
Charlie Kirk assassination suspect Tyler Robinson’s transgender boyfriend was reportedly kicked out of the parents’ home during the latter years of high school over their Mormon faith. Lance Twiggs, 22, bounced between homes during his latter years of high school after clashing with his family over their beliefs in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, New York Post reported. Twiggs was expelled from his home after distancing himself from the family’s religious doctrines and reportedly experimenting with drugs and alcohol during his youth. He sought refuge with two friends, brothers from a large, blended family comprising six biological children and three adoptees, according to their sister, Braylon Nielsen, who spoke to The Post on Wednesday. While the brothers are now estranged from the family, the 19-year-old remembers Twiggs fondly, noting that they took him in during his junior year in 2021, despite the family’s limited knowledge of the troubled high schooler. “It was on and off. He was bouncing couches. He would live with us for a few months, but didn’t like taking up our couch. He would crash with friends,” she explained. “I loved Lance. His parents kicked him out of his house, and he lived with us. His parents never sat right with my family,” Nielsen added. She further commented that his parents appeared overbearing in their religious zeal and dismissed family members’ claims as spiteful gossip. “Lance, that I know of, has never done drugs. He was always like, ‘I don’t want to go out and party.’ He just wasn’t a big partier,” she said. Despite the tensions, Nielsen praised Twiggs as a “hardworking” and “straight A” student who ensured inclusivity during his time at UT Success Academy, an accelerated programme for gifted students pursuing college-level courses. “We went to a dance once, a high school dance, and he was very involved with it. Made sure everyone had rides. Made sure everyone had clothes. He just took care of people. My sister’s car broke down once, and he came out to help her,” she added. Ben Kaufman, Executive Director of UT Success Academy, did not have direct interactions with Twiggs, who graduated around the time Kaufman began working at the school. However, Kaufman stated, “Everything I’ve heard about him, he was a great kid. He was nice. He worked hard.” Despite being open about his issues, Nielsen revealed she was unaware that Twiggs was transgender. She defended Twiggs, asserting he had no involvement in Robinson’s plan. “I think that’s all Tyler. The Lance that I knew would never do something like that. I could never see Lance doing that,” she insisted. Nielsen’s mother, Jackie, also maintains that Twiggs is innocent in the assassination plot against Kirk, hoping he finds peace post-investigation. “I don’t believe Lance would have any part of that. He’s a good kid. He’s a kid. He’s compassionate. He minds his own business. I hope the world lightens up on him and stops being so hateful until they have all the facts. He doesn’t deserve this,” she told The Post. Twiggs recently left the townhouse he shared with Robinson, who was similarly raised as a devout Mormon, in St George, Utah. Washington County Sheriff Nate Brooksby previously stated that Twiggs was in a “safe space very far away from St George,” and needed “to lay low for a long time.” He has not been charged with any crime in connection with Kirk’s assassination and is reportedly cooperating with authorities. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Vermont Christian school wins court battle over transgender athlete ban: Here’s why it matters for religious freedom
A federal appeals court has ruled in favour of a Vermont Christian school that was previously banned from participating in the state’s sports league after it forfeited a basketball game against a team with a transgender player. The ruling reinstates Mid Vermont Christian School into the Vermont Principals’ Association (VPA), the governing body for school sports in the state. In a decision issued by the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit on September 9, the court granted the school a preliminary injunction, allowing it to rejoin the VPA while the case continues. The court stated that the school was likely to succeed in its claim that its removal from the sports league was based on religious discrimination, as reported by the Associated Press. Forfeited game leads to expulsion from state league The incident began in 2023 when Mid Vermont Christian School, based in Quechee, forfeited a high school girls’ basketball playoff game. School officials stated that the presence of a transgender player on the opposing team compromised “the fairness of the game and the safety of our players,” as reported by the Associated Press. Following the forfeiture, the VPA expelled the school from all state-sponsored athletic and co-curricular activities, including academic competitions such as debate tournaments and science fairs. The VPA cited its policies regarding race, gender, and disability awareness, stating that the school had violated its principles. Legal case filed by Alliance Defending FreedomIn response to the expulsion, Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), a conservative legal group, filed a lawsuit on behalf of Mid Vermont Christian School, some students, and parents. The case argued that the school’s First Amendment rights had been violated. According to ADF, the school had participated in the state’s sports league for nearly 30 years and only chose to forfeit the game to avoid breaching its religious beliefs, as reported by the Associated Press. David Cortman, an attorney with ADF, said in a statement that “the government cannot punish religious schools — and the families they serve — by permanently kicking them out of state-sponsored sports simply because the state disagrees with their religious beliefs,” as quoted by the Associated Press. Appeals court finds expulsion not religiously neutral In its ruling, the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit found that the VPA’s decision to expel the school was not neutral toward religion. The court wrote, “We conclude that plaintiffs are likely to succeed in showing that the VPA’s expulsion of Mid Vermont was not neutral because it displayed hostility toward the school’s religious beliefs,” as quoted by the Associated Press. The preliminary injunction means that Mid Vermont Christian School can resume participation in state-sanctioned sports and other activities while the case proceeds in court. The final outcome of the legal challenge is still pending. Emails seeking comment were sent to both Mid Vermont Christian School and the Vermont Principals’ Association, as reported by the Associated Press. Neither party has publicly responded to the court’s ruling. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Controversial past of Team USA transgender cyclist uncovered after twisted celebration of Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Chelsea Wolfe, a transgender BMX freestyle rider from Florida, is facing huge backlash after celebrating the murder of Charlie Kirk. On September 10, 2025, Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old conservative activist, was shot and killed while giving a speech at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Soon after the news broke, Chelsea Wolfe, who was an alternate rider for Team USA at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, shared several Instagram stories. One post showed a USA Today headline on Kirk’s death with a cartoon image of Dora the Explorer and the words, “We did it!” She also shared a selfie giving a thumbs up and called Kirk a “Nazi.” Team USA cyclist Chelsea Wolfe faces backlash over posts on Charlie Kirk’s death Chelsea Wolfe’s reaction shocked many across the country. In one post, she wrote: “Being a Nazi is completely optional btw. He didn’t have to do all that, but he did and now he’s dead. Don’t live your life in a way that the world is better following your death.” In another story, she compared Kirk again to a Nazi, saying: “We hate Nazis because they want us dead.” Controversial past of Team USA transgender cyclist uncovered after twisted celebration of Charlie Kirk’s assassination The posts drew swift attention. Sports figures, activists, and fans called her words “sickening” and “violent.” USA Cycling released a statement on September 12, 2025, making clear that Wolfe no longer represents them. — jackthompsonfox (@jackthompsonfox Jennifer Sey, founder of XX-XY Athletics, told the Daily Mail it was not surprising to see Wolfe celebrate Kirk’s assassination. She said Wolfe has a long history of calling opponents “Nazis” and pushing dangerous rhetoric. Who is Chelsea Wolfe: Past controversies, clashes with US cycling and Olympic journey Chelsea Wolfe, born May 5, 1993, in Lake Park, Florida, started BMX at the age of six and later transitioned as a teenager. She made history in June 2021 by qualifying as the first openly transgender athlete for Team USA at the Tokyo Olympics, where she was listed as an alternate in women’s BMX freestyle. But Wolfe has long courted controversy. Back in 2021, she wrote on Facebook: “My goal is to win the Olympics so I can burn a US flag on the podium.” In interviews with Fox News, she later said she did not hate the country but wanted to stand against “fascism.” Also Read: Andre Agassi And Steffi Graf’s Son Jaden Agassi Shares Unseen Photos With Catherine Holt As Couple Celebrates Love Her BMX career ended in July 2023 when the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) banned transgender women from competing in women’s events. Chelsea Wolfe admitted the rule change left her heartbroken and said she was on “suicide watch” during that time. She has since moved into fixed-gear cycling, where protests have continued against her inclusion in women’s races. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Is French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife Brigitte male? Know transgender controversy in detail
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, have agreed to present the evidence of the first lady’s gender. Details here. French President Emmanuel Macron is facing a bizarre predicament. Should he prove or should he not that his wife Brigitte is a woman? The controversy erupted in 2017 when blogger Natacha Rey, or Nathalie Rey, in a YouTube video, claimed that Brigitte Macron was in fact her brother, Jean-Michel Trogneux, who had changed his gender and name. She provided his evidence as a childhood picture of Brigitte’s brother that looked similar to the First Lady. Emmanuel Macron sues Natacha Rey Emmanuel Macron and his wife sued the blogger for defamation, who was found guilty in September 2024. However, the Paris Court of Appeal overturned the verdict in July 2025 because the allegations were made in “good faith” and did not constitute defamation. Right-wing influencer Candace Owens repeated the allegation in 2024 and claimed that she would stake her “entire professional reputation” on the allegation. Why is Brigitte Macron upset? Participating in the BBC’s Fame Under Fire podcast, the Macrons’ lawyer, Tom Clare, said the first lady had found the claims “incredibly upsetting” and they were a “distraction” to the French president. He said, “I don’t want to suggest that it somehow has thrown him off his game. But just like anybody who is juggling a career and a family life as well, when your family is under attack, it wears on you. And he’s not immune from that because he’s the president of a country.” The lawyer said there would be “expert testimony that will come out that will be scientific in nature.” Though he did not specify the exact nature, he said the couple was prepared to demonstrate fully “both generically and specifically” that the allegations are false. A former school teacher, Brigitte Mare Claude Macron, first married Andre-Louis Auziere in 1974. She fell in love with her student Emmanuel Macron and married him in 2007 after divorcing her husband in 2006. She has three children: Tiphaine Auziere, Sebastien Auziere, and Laurence Auziere-Jourdan. Courtesy : DNA Note: This news is originally published on https:/dna.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
I worry about…: Suspect confesses to trans partner after shooting Charlie Kirk
The suspect appeared virtually for his first court hearing today after being formally charged on seven counts. Prosecutors said they would seek the death penalty, citing text messages and a handwritten note in which he appeared to confess to the crime. Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer, Tyler Robinson, allegedly admitted to carrying out the attack at Utah University last week. In a series of text messages to his transgender partner and roommate, Robinson discussed the rifle he used and revealed other details, including the motive, according to court documents. Kirk, 31, founder of Turning Point USA, was speaking at his ‘American Comeback Tour’ when he was struck in the neck by a single rifle shot. Court filings state that the 22-year-old admitted to planning the killing for over a week and even left behind a handwritten note revealing his intentions.Police said the roommate handed over the text messages, according to the documents. The roommate was described in court filings as “a biological male who was in a romantic relationship with Robinson.” The suspect appeared virtually for his first court hearing since he was formally charged on seven counts today. Prosecutors say they will seek the death penalty, citing text messages and a handwritten note in which he appeared to confess to the crime. CONFESSION IN TEXTS TO ROOMMATE Less than three hours after Kirk was fatally shot, Robinson messaged his live-in partner, Lance Twiggs, directing them to check under his computer keyboard. Twiggs, who is now cooperating with the FBI in the probe, found a note that read: “I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk, and I’m going to take it.” At first, Twiggs texted back asking whether the note was some kind of twisted prank. Robinson allegedly replied, “I am still ok my love, but am stuck in Orem for a little while longer yet. Shouldn’t be long until I can come home, but I gotta grab my rifle still. To be honest I had hoped to keep this secret till I died of old age. I am sorry to involve you.” When Twiggs pressed him directly, Robinson admitted to killing Kirk. “You weren’t the one who did it, right?” asked Twiggs. “I am. I’m sorry,” Robinson replied. Twiggs asked why he did it, to which Robinson replied, “I had enough of his hatred. Some hate can’t be negotiated out. If I am able to grab my rifle unseen, I will have left no evidence. Going to attempt to retrieve it again, hopefully they have moved on. I haven’t seen anything about them finding it,” revealing the motive. ROBINSON PANICKED ABOUT LOSING FAMILY RIFLE Robinson allegedly told Twiggs he used his grandfather’s scoped .30-06 hunting rifle and hid it in nearby bushes after the attack, changing clothes to deceive the police. “I’m worried what my old man would do if I didn’t bring back grandpa’s rifle. How the f*** will I explain losing it to my old man,” Robinson wrote in one of the exchanges cited in the indictment. Robinson never managed to retrieve the weapon because police had already secured the area. Prosecutors say Twiggs has not been charged and is fully cooperating with investigators. One of Robinson’s final messages before surrendering read: “(Y)ou are all I worry about love.” The suspect was arrested on Thursday night, about 33 hours after the shooting, FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed. US President Donald Trump has publicly supported calls for Robinson to face the death penalty and attended Kirk’s funeral. Top administration officials have threatened to go after left-wing organisations in the wake of the assassination, which Trump blamed almost immediately on the “radical left.” Courtesy : India Today Note: This news is originally published on https:/indiatoday.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Charlie Kirk shooting: Suspect Tyler Robinson not cooperating with FBI; had relationship with trans roommate
Utah governor Spencer Cox confirmed Sunday that Tyler Robinson, the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination, is not cooperating with the FBI. Robinson, 22, was arrested without bail for allegedly killing conservative activist and Trump ally Kirk during a speech at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. Live-in transgender partner cooperating Cox also confirmed that Robinson’s live-in romantic partner was a transgender and is cooperating with the investigation. The Daily Mail identified the partner as Lance Twiggs, a transgender individual transitioning from male to female. The couple shared a three-bedroom apartment in St George, Utah. “The roommate was a romantic partner, a male transitioning to female,” Cox said, as quoted by The New York Post. “This partner has been incredibly cooperative [and] had no idea that this was happening. And, he’s working with investigators right now.” While the Bureau declined to comment on whether the partner could face charges, a spokesperson emphasised the scale of the investigation. Suspect described as ‘deeply indoctrinated’ Cox while speaking to CNN’s State of the Union described Robinson as “deeply indoctrinated in leftist ideology.” “That information comes from the people around him — his family members and friends,” he added. He also confirmed that authorities are still investigating Robinson’s motive. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Charlie Kirk killing: Kin says Tyler Robinson’s transgender partner ‘hates conservatives and Christians’ – inside their relationship
A relative of the transgender and the romantic partner of Tyler Robinson revealed that he “hates conservatives and Christians” and may have influenced the assassin’s political views. In an interview with Fox News Digital, the relative of the 22-year-old transgender partner said that he is in the process of transitioning from male to female. The alleged romantic partner of Tyler has not been charged yet, and the name has not been revealed Transgender partner hated Christians and conservatives The woman further revealed to Fox News Digital that her relative (the transgender person) began to act differently when he turned 18 and developed a hatred against Christians and conservatives. “He hates conservatives and Christians,” the relative told Fox News. “He hated us. He was not raised that way, but he, over the years, has become really detached [and] been radicalised,” she added. ‘He got worse in last year or two’ “He has obviously gotten progressively worse the last year or two,” she said, adding that he’s “always very angry.” She emphasised that suspect Tyler’s political views were influenced by his partner since they began dating. ‘More of the influencing’ “I think Tyler got a whole lot worse in the year they have been dating. They are big gamers, and obviously, they have that group that influences them as well as others. But my gut tells me [the roommate] did more of the influencing,” she told Fox News. “Everybody in my family wants justice to be served and wants no part in this and wants whoever is involved in whatever way to have to pay for that,” she added. Earlier, an FBI official told Fox News that Robinson’s partner has been “extremely cooperative” and claimed he “had no idea” about Robinson’s alleged plans to kill Kirk. Robinson and his roommate shared an apartment in St George, Utah, where both their families live. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights