Every Day, 28 Women and 3 Girls Vanish in Madhya Pradesh
Over the past three years, a staggering 31,801 women and girls have been reported missing — that’s an average of 28 women and three girls each day, in Madhya Pradesh. This statistic, disclosed during a state assembly session in response to questions, reflects a possible human trafficking crisis in the state.
Economic Woes Behind Indians Following ‘Donkey’ Route to the US?
A growing number of Indians are embarking on a perilous journey to the United States, driven by economic distress and the pursuit of better prospects, media reports suggest. This migration, often through illegal routes, reflects economic challenges within India, compelling individuals to take extraordinary risks for a chance at a better life.
An Alarming Rise of Illegal Indian Migration to the US and UK
In a striking revelation, the most recent data from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection unveils a stark reality: a staggering 96,917 Indians were detained between October 2022 and September 2023 for illegally entering the United States. This five-fold surge in numbers from previous years challenges the narrative of India’s progress and raises profound questions about the reasons driving such a mass exodus.
Newsreel Asia’s Story on Human Trafficking Wins Laadli Award
Mariya Rajan, a journalist-producer for Newsreel Asia, received the 2023 Laadli Award on Oct. 21. The award recognises her video story about the shifting dynamics of human trafficking in the Siliguri region of West Bengal state.