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The Hindu
3 hours ago
- The Hindu
Form committees to probe sexual harassment complaints, construction firms told
All business establishments, companies, factories and construction firms in the four southern districts have been instructed to form internal complaints committees (ICC) in their workplaces immediately to probe sexual harassment complaints and display details of the ICC prominently in their firms, the Department of Industrial Safety and Health has said. In a statement, Joint director of Industrial Safety and Health, Tirunelveli, P. Tamizhselvan said the internal complaints committee for probing sexual harassment in workplaces should be displayed conspicuously in factories and other establishments in Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Kanniyakumari and Thoothukudi districts. The establishments carrying out construction in the four districts also should constitute ICC in their workplaces and comply with the regulations stipulated under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. Names of the members of the Internal Complaints Committee and grievance redressal mechanism of the factory or establishment should be displayed in conspicuous locations and be kept visible to all employees. The Act had been enacted with the objective to provide protection against sexual harassment of women at workplace and for the redressal of such complaints. It mandated the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee by employers of all establishments employing 10 or more workers to conduct inquiry related to complaints on sexual harassment at the workplace received from their women employees. Any non-compliance on the part of the employer with respect to the provisions of the Act would entail penalty of up to ₹50,000, cautioned the note. The standard operation procedures for the establishments to deal with issued on sexual harassment had been framed by the government and, hence, all employers were instructed to strictly adhere to the guidelines, Mr. Tamizhselvan said.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Internal probe panels missing in several TN government colleges amid rise in harassment complaints across country
MADURAI: Amid increasing complaints of sexual harassment of women in workplaces and educational institutions across the country, at least 46 of the 180 government arts and science colleges in Tamil Nadu have failed to set up an 'Internal Complaints Committee (ICC)', which is mandatory under the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace) Act of 2013. As per the law designed to protect women from sexual harassment, all workplaces, both public and private, must establish ICCs to address complaints and take steps to prevent sexual harassment of women. Of the 193 institutes (13 state-run universities and 180 government colleges) to which RTI queries were sent on the working of 'Vishaka Committees', only 80 colleges have sent their replies. Thirty-four colleges said they have ICC panels, but only nine of them shared details about these committees. None of the government universities responded to the RTI query. The state government, in September 2024, had directed all higher education institutions to ensure compliance with the POSH Act, and take proactive measures to tackle drug menace on campuses, but the RTI reply revealed that colleges have failed to comply with the order. When contacted by TNIE, P Shankar, Principal Secretary of Tamil Nadu Higher Education Department, said that it is mandatory to form ICC in educational institutions, and promised to take necessary steps to ensure compliance.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
ABVP protests in Rewa, Harda over Odisha student's suicide
Bhopal: Members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) held protests in various districts of Madhya Pradesh, including Rewa and Harda, over the suicide of Soumyashree Bishi, a student of Fakir Mohan Mahavidyalaya in Balasore, Odisha. In Rewa, ABVP members gathered at College Square on Tuesday, organised a tribute meeting, and raised slogans demanding justice. In Harda, the protest intensified as ABVP workers burnt an effigy of Sameer Sahu, the head of the department accused of sexually harassing the student, in front of Government Swami Vivekananda Mahavidyalaya. ABVP's district coordinator in Harda, Sudhan Mankar, told the media that the incident was the result of administrative insensitivity and inaction. He added that Soumyashree's life could have been saved if timely action had been taken. Narmadapuram division student leader Lishika was quoted by a section of media saying said Soumyashree had previously lodged a complaint against the HOD for sexual harassment, but the college administration failed to act. Under mental distress, the student ultimately died by suicide on July 13 after being admitted to AIIMS Bhubaneswar. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [속보]'한 달만에 5cm 성장!?' 2개월치 무료증정 압도적 키성장 1위! 아이클타임 더 알아보기 Undo The ABVP has demanded strict action against the accused and called on the central government to make the formation of Internal Complaints Committees (ICC) mandatory in all colleges across the country. The organisation warned that if swift action is not taken, the protests will be intensified.
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Complaints making allegations about Thomas Partey were raised with Arsenal, the FA, and Premier League 'almost a YEAR' before he was arrested, it is claimed
Complaints making allegations about Thomas Partey were raised with Arsenal, the FA, and Premier League 'almost a YEAR' before he was arrested, it is claimed Thomas Partey was first arrested in July 2022 and was charged last week The Telegraph claims Arsenal, the FA, and PL were aware of complaints in 2021 LISTEN: Was Paul Pogba doomed from the start at Man United? The team discuss his long-awaited return to football on the back of his free transfer to Monaco Complaints about Thomas Partey were flagged with Arsenal, the FA, and the Premier League almost a year before his arrest, according to The Telegraph. Partey was last week charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault and is accused of attacking three women between 2021 and 2022. He was first arrested in July 2022 but The Telegraph claims to have seen definitive evidence that Arsenal, the FA, and the Premier League were aware of concerns as early as September 2022. Reportedly, no formal investigation was launched in the wake of that, because they fell outside the FA's safeguarding responsibility for adults and minors 'at risk' in the sport. According to the FA's safeguarding framework, their strategy involves 'ensuring safeguarding, child protection and adult at risk concerns are investigated swiftly and thoroughly in conjunction with statutory agencies – and with demonstrable outcomes.' But the FA, having discussed the situation with Arsenal, told the potential witnesses that they fell outside its remit, as per The Telegraph. Complaints about Thomas Partey were reportedly raised almost a year before his arrest They were flagged to Arsenal, the FA, and the Premier League in September 2021, according to The Telegraph The 32-year-old is accused of attacking three women between 2021 and 2022 The FA are the first point of contact for safeguarding issues, while the Premier League does not have the power to make initial decisions. Mail Sport has contacted Arsenal and the FA for comment. The Premier League chose not to comment due to the live nature of proceedings. The charges against Partey follow a three year investigation by Scotland Yard and came just five days after his Arsenal contract expired on June 30. He is currently without a club after five Premier League seasons at the Emirates. The Ghanaian international midfielder is accused of five counts of rape. Two counts of rape relate to one woman and three counts of rape relate to a second woman. The one count of sexual assault relates to a third woman. None of the alleged victims can be named. He will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on August 5. The Crown Prosecution Service has said the charges came after it 'carefully reviewed a comprehensive file of evidence'. Partey 'denies all the charges against him' and 'welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name', his lawyer said this afternoon. Partey left Arsenal at the end of June upon expiry of his contract after five seasons with them The Metropolitan Police said the investigation into Thomas Partey began in February 2022 after officers first received a report of rape. He was first arrested in July 2022, though he was not named at the time and continued to play for Arsenal while investigations were ongoing. He played more than 50 games for Arsenal while on bail, it has emerged. In a statement, his lawyer Jenny Wiltshire, of Hickman and Rose, said: 'Thomas Partey denies all the charges against him. 'He has fully cooperated with the police and CPS throughout their three-year investigation. 'He now welcomes the opportunity to finally clear his name. 'Given that there are now ongoing legal proceedings, my client is unable to comment further.' Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: 'Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward. 'We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team. You can contact detectives about this investigation by emailing CIT@
India Today
08-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Lawyers not employees: Court says POSH Act not applicable for Bar Council staff
The Bombay High Court on Monday clarified that the Bar Council of India (BCI) and the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa (BCMG) are not obligated to form Internal Complaints Committees (ICCs) as per the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013 (POSH Act) as they do not have an employer-employee relationship with practising bench, comprising Chief Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Sandeep Marne, explained that the POSH Act is applicable only in contexts where there is a clear employer-employee relationship. They concluded that because bar councils do not employ the advocates who practice under them, the Act does not apply to complaints lodged against fellow response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by the "UNS Women Legal Association," the bench emphasised that the Advocates Act still provides remedies for professional misconduct, including harassment. "Section 35 of the Advocates Act provides action against any kind of professional or other misconduct by lawyers. This is a remedy available for lady lawyers to file complaints against any kind of harassment which may amount to professional or other misconduct," the bench PIL sought the creation of permanent grievance redressal mechanisms specifically for sexual harassment complaints against lawyers. However, the court's ruling indicates that existing legal frameworks under the Advocates Act should suffice for addressing such Senior Advocate Milind Sathe and Advocate Shekhar Jagtap, representing BCMG and BCI respectively, pointed out that both councils already have ICCs for their own employees. They reiterated the absence of an employer-employee relationship with practising advocates as a reason for the inapplicability of the POSH court's decision highlights the delineation between regulatory bodies like Bar Councils and actual employment contexts. While Bar Councils regulate the profession, they do not engage lawyers in an employment capacity, thus exempting them from certain legal obligations under workplace harassment laws.- EndsTune InMust Watch
