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"Daughters of country lost...": Sakshi Malik criticises BJP's decision to field Brij Bhushan's son Karan Bhushan in LS elections

Sakshi Malik, Olympic medalist and former Indian wrestler, criticized the BJP for giving a ticket to Karan Bhushan Singh, son of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh, for the Kaiserganj seat in Uttar Pradesh. Malik expressed disappointment, stating that the decision defeats the daughters of the country. The BJP's move follows allegations of sexual harassment against Brij Bhushan, sparking protests by athletes.

Sandeshkhali case: CBI mentions lack of proper cooperation from state authorities, says HC

Calcutta High Court chief justice division bench also allowed NHRC (National Human Rights Commission of India) as a party to the whole matter of sandeshkhali. The CBI have already started their investigation into the whole matter. The CBI at this point, doesn't want to reveal the contents of the report as the investigation is still on and it may harm the process, the court said.

CBI registers FIR in Sandeshkhali case in connection with land grabs, sexual harassment probe

CBI investigates Sandeshkhali for land grabs and crimes against women following a court order. Concerns over criminal activities and victim justice. Swift actions taken for accountability. Court-monitored probe against TMC and Shahjahan underway.

Megan Thee Stallion sued for sexual harassment: Photographer alleges unfair firing after being forced to witness intimate act

In a recent lawsuit filed in Los Angeles Superior Court, photographer Emilio Garcia accused Megan Thee Stallion of forcing him to witness a sexual encounter and subsequently firing him unfairly. Garcia claims that after an incident in Ibiza, Spain, he was unable to leave a moving car where Megan engaged in a sexual act, leaving him embarrassed and offended. He also alleges mistreatment, misclassification as an independent contractor, and a hostile work environment, leading to his termination.

Harassment and drugs plagued a Citigroup division for years

A recent expose reveals a culture of harassment and discrimination within Citigroup's equities unit in New York. Interviews with 22 insiders describe a decade-long pattern of misconduct, including ogling female colleagues, rating them by looks, and discussing sexual conquests. Complaints to HR and senior executives yielded little change, with some alleged perpetrators still employed. Citigroup, known for its efforts towards inclusivity, faces scrutiny over its handling of the situation amidst ongoing efforts to boost its equities trading revenue.

From wrestlers' protest to WFI elections: Timeline

Sanjay Singh, a Brij Bhushan loyalist has been elected as new WFI chief with his panel comfortably winning most of the posts. Earlier, Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, along with other protesters, were booked for rioting and obstructing public servant in discharge of duty, while they attempted to march towards the new Parliament, which was being inaugurated by PM.

Community steps up to support NYC vendor harassed by Obama's ex-advisor Seldowitz

In a recent incident that sparked outrage, Stuart Seldowitz, a former advisor to ex-US President Barack Obama's National Security Council, has been arrested in New York City on charges related to the harassment of a street vendor. Videos capturing Seldowitz making Islamophobic remarks against a halal food cart worker circulated widely, prompting public condemnation. The incident took an unexpected turn as people rallied in support of the targeted vendor, queuing up to purchase food from his cart.

SC launches handbook on gender unjust terms; street sexual harassment to replace eve-teasing, sex worker in place of prostitute

The Supreme Court of India has released a handbook that guides judges to avoid gender-biased language in court orders and legal documents. The guidebook identifies the words and phrases that promote gender stereotypes and suggests alternatives. The handbook contains a glossary of gendered unjust terms and explains common stereotypes against women. To raise awareness against harmful stereotypes, it aims to demonstrate why such stereotypes are inaccurate and can distort the application of the law.

'Sex worker', not 'Prostitute': SC issues handbook to help the legal community avoid gender stereotypes

Woman IAS officer files complaint against IRS officer for harassing, stalking her

In her complaint, the IAS officer alleged that the accused came into contact with her on April 2020 while she was working as Resident Commissioner in Bihar during the Covid 19 crisis.

Oppn leaders call out PT Usha over her remarks on protesting wrestlers, say her stand is political

Top wrestlers, including Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat, are protesting at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, demanding that the government makes public the findings of the oversight panel that investigated sexual harassment allegations against the WFI chief.

Dancer Salman Yusuff Khan alleges harassment by an immigration officer, watch video

Dancer Salman Yusuff Khan claims to have been harassed by an immigration officer at the Bengaluru International airport for not being able to speak Kannada properly.

DCW chief asks why wrestling federation chief not asked to resign in wake of sexual harassment charges

DCW chief Swati Maliwal raised a question on Friday as to why the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president has not been asked to resign, in the wake allegations of sexual harassment levelled against him by female wrestlers.

How Jan Vishwas Bill will bury statutes that are not only archaic, but lead to harassment

The Jan Vishwas Bill is just a start. There are several other central Acts which have irrational imprisonment provisions. Eventually, they will also be rationalised. However, any exercise of decriminalisation should also include state laws such as the Excise Act and the land laws.

Women gamers break glass ceiling but bumps continue to dot their pathway

The number of women who have taken to online gaming has gone up over the past few years but they continue to suffer harassment online.

Korean Youtuber who was harassed on streets of Mumbai, thanks the cops who helped her

South Korean YouTuber Hyojeong Park hails India for swift action against men who harassed her on Mumbai streets

The two men who harassed Park were later arrested by the Mumbai Police and set to 1-day police custody.

Korean woman YouTuber harassed on Mumbai's busy street during live streaming, cops arrest two after video goes viral

The incident took place on Tuesday at around 8pm on a busy road of Mumbai’s Khar.

Korean influencer harassed on Mumbai streets; accused arrested

Korean YouTuber sexually harassed in Mumbai; video goes viral; police arrest molesters

The video showed a young man coming very close to her and trying to pull her by holding her hand even when she protested. In the video, one of the accused was seen dragging the YouTuber by her hand as she shouts "no, no", in Khar last night. The woman, retweeting the video, said she tried not to escalate the situation as the accused was with another person.

Here's why Princess of Wales Kate Middleton once filed a harassment complaint, details inside

Before becoming a royal, Kate Middleton had filed a harassment complaint against a British tabloid for publishing her picture without her approval. Here’s a look at the incident and the complaint that followed.

California accuses Tesla Inc of racial discrimination in lawsuit

Tesla is appealing that verdict and has denied any knowledge of racist conduct that Diaz said took place at the plant, which has about 10,000 workers. Tesla's blog post said it "has always disciplined and terminated employees who engage in misconduct, including those who use racial slurs or harass others."

Bill Gates's leadership roles and reputation stay intact despite disturbing allegations

However, critics say the revelations raise accountability concerns.