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Over 168,000 Rohingya likely fled Myanmar since 2012 - UNHCR report
3 May 2017 Study finds thousands of Rohingya fleeing violence and desperation have sought safety and stability in countries like Bangladesh and Malaysia in the last five years. -
Catering start-up empowers Afghan refugee women in Delhi
8 Mar 2016 Four Afghan refugees starting over in New Delhi have founded a successful food venture that offers both a taste of home and of financial independence. -
Salman Khan lookalike fulfils dream in film epic mirroring real life
15 Jul 2015 Afghan refugee turned model/actor lands role playing young Bollywood star in romantic drama. -
Refugees in India share daily struggles with UNHCR chief
21 Dec 2012 High Commissioner António Guterres has a candid discussion with refugees about life in India and holds meetings with top government officials. -
New Delhi police teach refugee women how to take care of themselves
9 Oct 2012 Self-defence classes organized by the New Delhi police and UNHCR for refugee women raise confidence and instil strength. -
UNHCR helps first group of Sri Lankan refugees return by ferry from India
12 Oct 2011 The ferry returns add a new dimension to the UN refugee agency's voluntary return programme for civilians who fled the island nation during a time of conflict. -
Telecoms operator Lebara supports education for displaced children
2 Aug 2011 European telecoms operator Lebara launches fund-raising drive to help more than 100,000 displaced children in six countries get a proper education. -
Band on a Run: Afghan refugees making some noise in New Delhi
21 Oct 2010 A former humanitarian aid worker and journalist, Afghan refugee Khalid finds a new vocation and purpose managing a band of fellow refugees in India. -
Coming Home: Sri Lankan refugees return
13 Aug 2010 Following the end of a three-decade long civil war, a growing number of Sri Lankan refugees are returning home from India.