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Responding to TOI readers’ queries, Charu Sinha, DG, Women Safety says police have identified hotspots for eve teasing and stepped up surveillance to make Hyderabad safer for women. She also urges parents to be cautious about children’s online safety and report all forms of harassment

The complaints span a range of issues such as forced resignations, denial of maternity leave and unrealistic targets

The National Commission for Women has ordered Tata Consultancy Services to establish separate Internal Committees in all 127 units with over 10 employees within four weeks. This directive follows serious concerns raised about workplace safety and Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (PoSH) Act implementation at the firm's Nashik centre, highlighting systemic gaps and a toxic environment.

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In a dramatic legal twist, JPMorgan's top executive Lorna Hajdini finds herself facing serious allegations from ex-junior banker Chirayu Rana, who has accused her of sexual coercion and racial harassment. In response, Hajdini has initiated a defamation counterclaim, asserting that Rana's accusations are nothing but a ploy for personal profit.

An office employee has accused AMMA treasurer Unni Sivapal of mental harassment, leading to her dismissal. AMMA has withdrawn the termination and placed Sivapal on leave pending an investigation. The employee also alleged inaction from general secretary Kukku Parameswaran, who reportedly advised her to cooperate or resign. Separately, AMMA accepted joint secretary Ansiba Hassan's resignation.

AMMA is embroiled in controversy as Tini Tom criticizes the power structure, deeming the president a "rubber stamp." This follows a harassment complaint, staff dismissals, and a joint secretary's resignation. The association faces scrutiny over its leadership's administrative decisions and alleged lack of transparency, impacting its reputation and welfare efforts.

Nashik police filed a 1,500-page chargesheet against four accused in a TCS sexual harassment and religious sentiments case. Charges include rape, sexual harassment, conspiracy, and acts intended to outrage religious feelings under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The investigation also invoked the SC/ST Act. Evidence includes witness statements, medical reports, and seized documents.

A National Commission for Women panel found pervasive sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and zero Posh Act compliance at TCS Nashik. The report highlighted a toxic environment, insensitivity from the Internal Committee, and a shared IC for Pune and Nashik offices, a legal contravention. Recommendations include strict action and safeguarding employees.

A viral JPMorgan harassment lawsuit involving Chirayu Rana, a banker of Nepalese origin, has taken a sharper turn after senior executive Lorna Hajdini countersued him for defamation, calling his “sex slave” allegations false and malicious, and claiming they destroyed her reputation and life

Online abuse in India, from trolling to threats, can now lead to police action under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and IT Act. While criticism is protected, criminal intimidation, stalking, and sharing private content are serious offences. Victims should preserve evidence and report to authorities, as anonymous accounts are often traceable.