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The NCW, which took suo moto cognisance of the incident, condemned the treatment meted out to the women.

NCW for stern action against cops

NHRC also serves notice to chief secy and DGP, seeks detailed report of case.

19 Sep 2019 1:50 AM

The commission wrote a letter to Director General of Police (DGP), Uttar Pradesh (UP) and mentioned that it would shortly send a team to UP to look into the events. (Photo: Representational image)

Unnao rape case: NCW request UP Police to ensure fair and speedy probe

The Commission has also demanded that the NCW should be kept apprised at every stage of the investigation.

29 Jul 2019 3:27 PM

The three doctors were arrested for allegedly abetting the post-graduate medical student Tadvi, who belonged to the Scheduled Tribe community, to end her life on May 22. (Representational Image)

Dr Payal suicide case: All 3 accused sent to police custody till May 31

The Maharashtra Association of Resident Doctors (MARD) has suspended the three doctors.

29 May 2019 9:36 AM

On May 6, Priyanka Shete wrote a letter to NCW seeking registration of an FIR against her uncle and cousins. (Photo: ANI)

'Threatening to kill me': Pune teen seeks women commission's help from parents

The girl was allegedly threatened for falling in love with a lower caste boy, police said.

10 May 2019 1:08 PM

The Commission said that it is 'seriously disturbed' by the reported inhumane treatment meted out to the woman. (Representational image)

27-year-old Kerala woman starved to death for dowry: NCW demands strict action

Asking suo motu cognizance of the media report titled 'starved for dowry, woman dies at 20 kg', the NCW has issued a letter to Police.

01 Apr 2019 7:25 PM

Kamal Haasan during his visit to the DGP’s office.

Pollachi rape scandal: Celebs raises voice for victims

The case, which triggered widespread outrage, has been transferred to the CB-CID now.

14 Mar 2019 2:38 AM

As per the University’ website, Sarkar specialised in political sociology, political thought, human rights and law, the Constitution and government, and ethnicity and terrorism. (Photo: Facebook)

'Virgin girls like sealed bottles': Jadavpur varsity prof posts on FB, triggers row

The post, 'Virgin Bride – Why Not?' was taken down later but Sarkar continued to defend his statement.

15 Jan 2019 11:14 AM

Haryana Police chief BS Sandhu has been asked to submit the probe report to women's panel chief. (Photo: File | ANI)

Women's panel asks Haryana top cop for probe details in CBSE topper gang rape case

NCW chairperson said the commission strongly condemns the incident and has written to BS Sandhu, seeking an update in the matter.

15 Sep 2018 8:20 PM

'I got over 5000 messages from different parts of the country. Some even from abroad supported this idea and batted for the formation of a statutory body,' Rajbhar concluded. (Photo: ANI)

BJP MP seeks National Commission for men to look into ‘suffering at hands of wives’

BJP MP claimed that he got wide support from men across country after he proposed it during the monsoon session in Parliament last month.

03 Sep 2018 3:46 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi (Photo: PTI)

Bishops write to PM against move to ban confessions

Pakiam said the NCW had “abused” its powers by submitting a “one-sided” report.

28 Jul 2018 6:26 AM

NCW chief Rekha Sharma also stressed on the need to empower women, 'the other 50 per cent of the population'. (Photo: File | ANI)

Have reservations about reservation system in politics, says women panel chief

Rekha Sharma's remarks come at a time when oppn is urging govt to ensure women reservation bill is passed in Monsoon session of Parliament.

27 Jul 2018 9:02 PM

'The ministry has recently issued six look-out circulars in such cases and in five cases, passports were revoked by the Ministry of External Affairs,' Maneka Gandhi said (Photo: PTI)

NRI marriages to be registered within 48 hrs else no passport, visa: Maneka Gandhi

The ministry had earlier constituted an Integrated Nodal Agency (INA) to look into matrimonial disputes involving NRI's.

07 Jun 2018 12:45 PM

The amendments to widen the scope of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act 1986 are based on the observations made by a parliamentary standing committee and recommendations from the National Commission for Women. (Photo: Pixabay)

Indecent depiction of women on digital platforms proposed to be made punishable

The amendments have been proposed keeping in mind the recent technological advancement in the field of communications.

05 Jun 2018 8:24 AM

Facebook on wednesday said it has partnered with National Commission for Women (NCW) to launch a digital literacy programme in collaboration with the Cyber Peace Foundation (CPF). (Photo: AP)

Facebook to offer digital literacy programme for women

CPF's volunteers can effectively work with womens' groups to educate them and raise awareness on online safety.

30 May 2018 4:26 PM

The panel has recommended that immediate medical and psycho-social counselling/intervention should be provided to the victims.(Representational image)

State of chaos prevailed in Darjeeling, says NCW

The commission noted that notices were being issued to many civilians for striking down their names from the electoral roll.

05 May 2018 2:37 AM

Following his arrest in February, five more women had come forward with their own accusations against Murthy including a senior government officer, a journalist, and a well-known author. (Photo: File)

Mumbai court grants bail to Mahesh Murthy for 2nd sexual offence

Murthy had filed an anticipatory bail application after another case of sexual harassment was registered against him on March 20.

08 Apr 2018 7:39 AM

Sexual harassment case filed against angel investor Mahesh Murthy

As per the complainant in the new case, Murthy allegedly sexually harassed her about 14 years ago, a senior police official said.

21 Mar 2018 2:42 PM

Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti convenor Hardik Patel meeting with his supporters during the ‘Jankranti Maharally’ in Surat. (Photo: PTI)

NCW will speak to woman ‘sexually abused’ by Hardik Patel

The complaint contains personal information about a girl who wishes to talk to the commission confidentially as she is scared to come forward.

04 Dec 2017 1:46 AM

Acting chairperson of National Commission for Women (NCW) Rekha Sharma during a visit to Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi. (Photo: PTI)

Outsiders aggravated situation in BHU, says NCW

Regarding curfew timings, Ms Sharma said that same timings would soon be announced for both, girls and boys.

07 Oct 2017 6:11 AM

A number of students were hurt when clashes broke out between the police and students of the BHU after the students started protesting against alleged molestation of a girl. (Photo: PTI/File)

Eve-teasing rampant in BHU; same curfew timings for boys, girls: NCW

The NCW chairperson pointed out that a few boys, who are not students of BHU, have been staying 'illegally' in the university hostels.

06 Oct 2017 2:43 PM

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