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TCS Nashik case: NCW flags ‘toxic work culture’, ‘zero POSH compliance’

TCS Nashik case: NCW flags ‘toxic work culture’, ‘zero POSH compliance’

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This photo made from video, accused Nida Khan is escorted into the Nashik Road Court in connection with the TCS case in Nashik on May 11, 2026. | Photo Credit: ANI The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Monday (May 11, 2026) slammed Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) for its alleged failure to comply with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act, observing that there was pervasive harassment, religious denigration, systemic bullying and exertion of fear and pressure imposed by a toxic leadership at its Nashik office. Many victims who wanted to complain could not do so due to “complete absence of any formal complaint mechanism and a trustworthy environment”, the NCW’s fact-finding committee said, adding Gen Z employees were more susceptible to anti-religious discourse. Nine FIRs have so far been registered in cases of alleged rape, sexual harassment and forcible conversions at TCS Nashik, with the police arresting nine accused. The NCW, which had taken suo motu cognisance of the matter, submitted a 50-page report to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday (May 8), …

Nora Fatehi apologises to National Commission for Women over Sarke Chunar row: ‘Was put in this situation…’

Nora Fatehi apologises to National Commission for Women over Sarke Chunar row: ‘Was put in this situation…’

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Actor Nora Fatehi appeared before the National Commission for Women (NCW) on Thursday after being summoned over the alleged indecent portrayal of women in the film song Sarke Chunar. Addressing the controversy, Nora clarified that she never intended to hurt sentiments, saying she was “put in that situation”. The actor also issued an apology over the matter. The Hindi version of the song Sarke Chunar was released on March 15 on YouTube. Nora Fatehi apologises On Thursday, Nora appeared before the Commission in Delhi in connection with the controversy. Earlier, the actor had distanced herself from the Hindi version of the song, claiming that she had only shot for the Kannada version and that her consent was not sought before it was adapted into Hindi. Following her appearance before the Commission, Nora addressed the media stationed outside and revealed that she had submitted a written apology. The actor added that she understands the responsibility that comes with being a public figure and artist. “I did (appear before the Commission) and I apologised. It was just …

Fact-finding team submits report on Nashik BPO case to NCW

Fact-finding team submits report on Nashik BPO case to NCW

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The four-member fact-finding team investigating the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)-linked business process outsourcing (BPO) incident in Nashik has submitted its preliminary report to the National Commission for Women (NCW). Nine employees of the BPO in question, including a male staffer, had lodged complaints of sexual abuse, harassment and hurting religious sentiments against eight of their coworkers. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO) Chairperson of the NCW, Vijaya Rahatkar, on Wednesday told reporters in Nashik that the panel has submitted its report to her on Tuesday. “I will go through the report and then share it with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and other concerned agencies,” Rahatkar said. Rahatkar held a meeting with Nashik city police commissioner Sandeep Karnik and members of the special investigation team (SIT) probing the BPO case, and discussed different aspects of the case. Nine employees of the BPO in question, including a male staffer, had lodged complaints of sexual abuse, harassment and hurting religious sentiments against eight of their coworkers. The police lodged FIRs against the accused between March 26 and April 3, and arrested seven …

Sarke Chunar song row: Nora Fatehi to appear before NCW

Sarke Chunar song row: Nora Fatehi to appear before NCW

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The National Commission for Women (NCW) has scheduled a hearing in connection with the controversy surrounding the song Sarke Chunar from the film KD The Devil. Actor Nora Fatehi is set to appear before the Commission on Thursday,  May 7. Nora Fatehi to appear before NCW The hearing forms part of the Commission`s ongoing proceedings against the song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, which faced allegations of vulgarity and indecent representation of women. The song has sparked widespread criticism since its release. The NCW had earlier taken suo motu cognisance of the matter, citing concerns over sexually suggestive content and its potential impact on public decency and minors. Nora Fatehi had earlier been unable to attend a scheduled hearing due to her being abroad and had hence requested a fresh date to present her side. She is now set to appear on May 7 at 11:30 A.M, marking a crucial step in the Commission`s efforts to end proceedings in the matter. The controversy earlier saw actor Sanjay Dutt, who was also featured in the song, appear …

NCW chief condemns rape-murder of 4-year-old girl in Pune, calls for swift action

NCW chief condemns rape-murder of 4-year-old girl in Pune, calls for swift action

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New Delhi, National Commission for Women Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has condemned the alleged rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Maharashtra’s Pune, calling it “deeply distressing” and a “blot on humanity”. NCW chief condemns rape-murder of 4-year-old girl in Pune, calls for swift action The girl was allegedly raped and killed by a 65-year-old labourer, who has a criminal record, in Bhor tehsil of Pune on Friday. The accused allegedly lured the child to a cattle enclosure on the pretext of giving her food. After raping her, he killed her by hitting her with a stone, according to police. The accused has been arrested. In a post on X on Saturday, Rahatkar said the incident in the Nasrapur area in Pune was heartbreaking and has shaken society. “The brutal torture and murder of a four-year-old innocent girl in Nasrapur is deeply painful, heartbreaking, and shocking. It is a blot on humanity,” she said. She said Pune Rural police has arrested the accused and noted that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister …

NCW chief condemns rape-murder of 4-year-old girl in Pune, calls for swift action

NCW sets up panel to probe alleged sexual harassment at TCS Nashik

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New Delhi, The National Commission for Women on Wednesday said it has set up a fact-finding committee to probe the alleged incidents of sexual harassment of employees at a Tata Consultancy Services BPO unit in Nashik, Maharashtra. NCW sets up panel to probe alleged sexual harassment at TCS Nashik In a statement, the Commission said the panel will visit the facility on April 17 to conduct an on-the-spot inquiry, examine the circumstances leading to the incident and assess the response of the authorities. “The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognisance of serious media reports concerning alleged incidents of sexual harassment of women at the Tata Consultancy Services BPO unit in Nashik, Maharashtra,” the statement read. “Taking a serious view of the matter, the Commission, in exercise of its powers under Section 8 of the National Commission for Women Act, 1990, has constituted a fact-finding committee to conduct a detailed inquiry into the incident. The committee will visit the place of incident on 17th April,” it added. The allegations, which surfaced during an …

Oppn candidate’s mother complains to NCW about Himanta’s comments over beef| India News

Oppn candidate’s mother complains to NCW about Himanta’s comments over beef| India News

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A complaint has been sent to the National Commission for Women (NCW) against Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over his comments targeting the mother of an opposition candidate in the recently concluded assembly election campaign. Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma after casting his vote on April 9 (ANI Video Grab) The complaint was filed on Saturday by Sujata Gurung Chowdhury. Her 27-year-old daughter, Kunki Chowdhury, contested from the Central Guwahati assembly constituency as a candidate of Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP), a constituent of the Congress-led six-party opposition alliance. Assam voted on April 9. In her complaint, Sujata said Sarma had targeted her in the run-up to the election and circulated an image, alleging that she had hurt the “sentiments of Sanatani people” by consuming beef publicly, and supported “anti-national” individuals. Chowdhury said the image – which was alleged to show her consuming beef – actually showed her with a pillow kept at the International Church of Cannabis (located at Denver, USA) and used by visitors to click photos …

Badshah apologises to National Commission for Women over Tateeree song, vows to sponsor the education of 50 girls

Badshah apologises to National Commission for Women over Tateeree song, vows to sponsor the education of 50 girls

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Rapper-singer Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, popularly known as Badshah, sparked controversy over the release of his new song, Tateeree. As the backlash intensified, the singer issued an apology and shared that the song has been taken down from all platforms. In March, the National Commission for Women has now summoned Badshah and the makers of the Haryanvi track Tateeree over obscenity and vulgarity. Badshah has pledged to work for women’s empowerment. (Photo: Instagram) As per the latest update on news agency PTI, Badshah apologised to the National Commission for Women (NCW) over his song Tateeree and pledged to work for women’s empowerment, including sponsoring the education of 50 girls from economically weaker sections. He appeared before the commission in connection with a suo motu case taken up over the song. Also present at the hearing were directors Joban Sandhu and Mahavir Singh, and producer Hiten. The hearing was chaired by NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, who said the lyrics and presentation of the song had hurt the dignity and decency of women. Rahatkar expressed deep concern …

National Commission for Women summons Badshah and makers of the song Tateeree over obscenity and vulgarity

National Commission for Women summons Badshah and makers of the song Tateeree over obscenity and vulgarity

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Rapper-singer Aditya Prateek Singh Sisodia, popularly known as Badshah, sparked controversy over the release of his new song, Tateeree. As the backlash intensified, the singer issued an apology and shared that the song has been taken down from all platforms. As per the latest update from news agency PTI, the National Commission for Women has now summoned Badshah and the makers of the Haryanvi track Tateeree over obscenity and vulgarity. (Also read: Badshah apologises after his Haryanvi track Tateeree sparks controversy, takes down song from all platforms) Rapper Badshah ran into trouble over objectionable lyrics and visuals in his song Tateeree. (Getty Images via AFP) What the NCW said in the statement The Commission said the content of the song prima facie appears to be objectionable and violative of provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Information Technology Act and the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986. “The National Commission for Women, in exercise of its powers under the NCW Act, 1990, has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging obscenity and vulgarity …

National Commission for Women summons Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt and makers of the song over Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke row

National Commission for Women summons Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt and makers of the song over Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke row

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Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke controversy: Over the last few days, there has been an ongoing row about the new song, Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, from the Kannada pan-India film KD: The Devil. The song, featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, has been slammed for its suggestive lyrics and choreography. As per the latest update on news agency PTI, the National Commission for Women has summoned actors Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt and others following the controversy over obscenity and vulgarity in the song. Sarke Chunrar is a dance number from the upcoming pan-India Kannada film KD: The Devil. Summons from National Commission for Women The NCW said in a statement that the content prima facie appears to be sexually suggestive, objectionable, and violative of provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, IT Act, and POCSO Act. “The National Commission for Women, in exercise of its powers under the NCW Act, 1990, has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging obscenity and vulgarity in the song ‘Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke’,” the Commission said. The NCW said it …