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NCW issues advisory to States, calls for mandatory POSH audits and robust workplace safety mechanisms nationwide

The National Commission for Women has urged all states and Union Territories to strictly enforce the POSH Act, ensuring women's safety and dignity at every workplace. The advisory mandates immediate actions like annual audits, district-level accountability, and legally compliant internal committees. This initiative aims to create secure and empowering environments…

The Economic Times

Twisha Sharma case update: NCW seeks report, details on accused husband

NCW has demanded a detailed report from the Madhya Pradesh government within seven days. Sharma died five months after her marriage. Her family alleged dowry harassment and torture by her husband and mother-in-law.

The Economic Times

National Commission for Women seeks time-bound probe into Jodhpur sisters' suicide case

The National Commission for Women is investigating a grave case in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Two sisters allegedly faced repeated gang rape, blackmail, and sexual exploitation. This led to their tragic suicides. The NCW has demanded an immediate and impartial probe.

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From symbol of grief to target of hate: How Himanshi Narwal is being harassed

The image of Himanshi Narwal, wearing the traditional red bangles of a newlywed, sitting in silent, dazed grief by her husband, Lieutenant Vinay Narwal, became an instant and powerful public symbol of profound loss.

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Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina issued fresh summons by NCW over India's Got Latent controversy; Netizens say 'Concentrate on real issues'

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has issued fresh summons to several content creators, including YouTubers Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina, after they failed to appear before the commission on February 17, over alleged derogatory remarks made on the show, India’s Got Latent.

The Times of India

National Commission for Women welcomes RG Kar verdict

The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Monday welcomed the judgment delivered by the Sealdah Court in Kolkata Read further on Dynamite News:

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Anna University sexual assault case: NCW forms fact finding committee to probe matter

The National Commission for Women on Saturday constituted a two-member fact finding committee to investigate alleged sexual assault of a 19-year-old student at Anna University in Chennai. Read further on Dynamite News:

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From Manipur silence to ‘love jihad’ remarks: 5 gems from Rekha Sharma’s tenure as NCW chief

When Rekha Sharma joined the National Commission for Women as a member in 2015, she was winding up a political role as the BJP’s state media in-charge in Haryana. As she wraps up her tenure at the commission this month, she is leaving behind a similar legacy.

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All personal laws related to women should be equal across all religions: NCW chief Rekha Sharma

After the SC ruled on June 10 that a Muslim woman is entitled to claim maintenance after divorce, NCW Chairperson Rekha Sharma welcomed the decision and stated that all personal laws related to women should be equal across all religions. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tamil Nadu: Death toll in Kallakurichi hooch tragedy rises to 65

The death toll in the hooch tragedy in Tamil Nadu's Kallakurichi district rose to 65 on Sunday, according to the district collectorate. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kangana Ranaut slapped by CISF constable: Internet calls out selective outrage after man from actress' team caught slapping woman at airport- WATCH

Bollywood actress and BJP MP-elect Kangana Ranaut found herself at the centre of a new controversy after a member of her team was caught on camera, slapping a woman at an airport. The incident has sparked widespread debate online, with netizens calling out what they perceive as "selective outrage" following…

The Times of India

Swati Maliwal assault case: Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar fails to appear before NCW

Swati Maliwal assault case: NCW summons Arvind Kejriwal's personal assistant Bibhav Kumar over assault allegations; accused fails to appear before the commission.

The Hindu

As Sandeshkhali women retract complaints, NCW writes to EC seeking inquiry

NCW urges EC to investigate TMC's coercion of women in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal during General Elections, 2024.

The Hindu

Sandeshkhali simmers amid a ‘fabricated rape complaint’, and TMC vs NCW

“We have been silent all these days but we were compelled to come out after receiving threats from local BJP people,” claimed Anjana*, the daughter-in-law of a Sandeshkhali local who has withdrawn her rape complaint against Trinamool Congress strongman Sheikh Shahjahan.

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Sandeshkhali violence | TMC threatens to move EC against NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma

TMC to file complaint against NCW chairperson for alleged misuse of power in Sandeshkhali sexual assault case

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Prajwal Revanna sexual abuse case: SIT to probe NCW’s complaint

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged sexual abuse cases involving Hassan MP Prajwal Revanna has launched a probe into a complaint by the National Commission for Women (NCW).

The Hindu

No victim has registered a complaint against Prajwal Revanna: NCW

National Commission for Women said that no victim has come forward to register a complaint against Karnataka MP Prajwal Revanna.

The Hindu

Prajwal case: Rahul urges Siddaramaiah to extend support to vicitms

Rahul Gandhi urges support for sexual assault victims

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BJP mulls legal action on tweet against Kangana; Congress backpedals, calls her ‘daughter of Himachal’

Congress's Supriya Shrinate sparks controversy with deleted post on Kangana Ranaut's political debut, facing backlash and demands for action.

The Hindu

Congress lands in new trouble with Shrinate’s now-deleted post on Kangana

Congress is defensive on Supriya Shrinate’s post on Kangana Ranaut while the BJP increasing the heat with mulling legal action against Ms. Shrinate. Congress leader mentioned that some parody account on X had made this objectionable post. Ms. Ranaut hit back saying that she had played various roles in movies and…

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NCW Seeks Action Against Congress' Supriya Shrinate Within 3 Days Over 'Lewd' Comments On Kangana Ranaut

The National Commission For Women has lodged a complaint against Supriya Shrinate with the Election Commissioner, citing an “offensive post” about Kangana Ranaut, the Bharatiya Janata Party’s Lok Sabha candidate from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Sandeshkhali violence: NCW chief meets President Murmu, recommends President's rule in West Bengal

NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma met President Droupadi Murmu and recommended President’s rule in West Bengal over the Sandeshkhali violence

The Hindu

Accused in the Spanish woman gangrape case sent to jail after being produced in court

Three arrested in gangrape of Spanish woman in Patna; forensic teams collect evidence, NCW demands justice swiftly.

The Hindu

Sandeshkhali violence | NCW chairperson seeks Mamata resignation, demands President’s rule in Bengal

As the situation in Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas, gradually returns to normalcy following a week of protests alleging TMC-led atrocities on villagers and sexual harassment of women, the police have been maintaining a strong vigil in the area.

The Hindu

Training on governance for women leaders held in Parliament complex

The initiative ‘Panchayat Se Parliament Tak’ (From Panchayat to Parliament) was organised by the National Commission for Women (NCW) in collaboration with the Institute of Constitutional and Parliament Studies in the Parliament House complex in Delhi.

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