Sexist Remark

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Congress leader Kamal Nath addresses an election campaign rally ahead of Madhya Pradesh assembly bypolls, in Gwalior district. (PTI)

Kamal Nath refers to dalit minister as ‘item’, triggers controversy

Imarti Devi, set to contest as a BJP candidate, was a minister in the Kamal Nath government which fell in March this year

19 Oct 2020 12:02 PM

She said she could have given a strong retort but didn't speak out of respect for the chair she held then. (Photo: File)

'Will never forgive Azam Khan even if he apologises,' says Rama Devi

Rama Devi said that Azam Khan insulted the chair twice - once by making the comment and second by not apologising instantly.

27 Jul 2019 3:19 PM

Taking it to Twitter, she wrote: 'Azam Khan is known for making such statement which prove that he suffers from mental perversion.' (Photo: File)

'He suffers from mental perversion': Swaraj hits out at Azam Khan over sexist remark

The incident drew the ire of leaders from across the spectrum, who have since demanded that Azam Khan face action or apologise.

27 Jul 2019 9:54 AM

Nirmala Sitharaman said, 'The remark (Azam Khan’s) is utterly condemnable. I thank every member who supported a woman.' (Photo: File)

Nirmala Sitharaman, Smriti Irani seek ‘exemplary action’ against Azam Khan

Irani said remarks of Khan in during debate of Triple Talaq Bill were a 'blot' on all legislators, including men.

26 Jul 2019 1:31 PM

The Rampur lawmaker, in his defence, had said Rama Devi was like a sister to him. (Photo: File)

Can be taken as a 'compliment': NCP leader on Azam Khan's sexist remark

Majeed Memon went on to say that Azam Khan's remark should be 'appreciated'.

26 Jul 2019 12:16 PM

Maharashtra Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan scored himself trouble over a derogatory remark against women, after he said, 'If you want alcohol or any product's demand to rise, name it after a woman and see how the demand soars.' (Photo: Representational)

Shiv Sena slams Maharashtra min for derogatory remark against women

Shiv Sena lashes out after Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan remarked that naming alcohol brands after women will increase its sales.

06 Nov 2017 1:38 PM

The 77-year-old BJP MP Banshilal Mahto's comment had triggered outrage across Chhattisgarh. (Photo: ANI)

C'garh BJP MP faces flak after he makes sexist remark, calls girls of state 'tan-a-tan'

The derogatory comment angered people across the state and they demanded a public apology.

04 Oct 2017 3:43 PM

Will complain against Sharad Yadav, Vinay Katiyar: DCW

The commission has demanded registration of an FIR against these politicians.

27 Jan 2017 3:16 AM

JD(U) President Sharad Yadav (Photo: PTI/File)

Stop demeaning women, BJP tells Sharad Yadav

'Such a remark doesn't do justice to the position he commands,' BJP leader Rita Bahguna Joshi said.

25 Jan 2017 12:57 PM

NCW issues notice to Sharad Yadav over derogatory remark on women

The leader faced a lot of criticism for his remarks, with many demanding that he apologise for what he said.

25 Jan 2017 12:21 PM

Janata Dal (United) leader Sharad Yadav. (Photo: PTI)

Vote bigger than daughter: Sharad gets NCW notice for sexist remark

If a daughter's honour is compromised, it only affects the village or the community, Yadav said.

25 Jan 2017 11:21 AM

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