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Rekha Sharma's tenure as National Commission for Women chief ends
Rekha Sharma completed her tenure as the NCW chairperson on Tuesday, having served since 2018. She acknowledged the journey as challenging, citing her commitment to gender sensitisation of police personnel. Nonetheless, her tenure was marred by controversies, including alleged inaction in Manipur and bias towards certain states, which she denied.
Bengal flogging video: National Commission for Women seeks report from DGP within three days
Claiming it as an old video, Barrackpore Police Commissionerate said “it has taken note of the old video which is now in circulation on social media involving assault on a girl”. Police said a suo motu criminal case has been started.
"I am in Nadia in case you need me": Mahua Moitra dares Delhi Police after NCW initiates legal action
The National Commission for Women (NCW) initiated legal action against TMC MP Mahua Moitra for her derogatory remarks against NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma. In response, Moitra challenged Delhi Police to act on the suo moto orders, stating her location in Nadia and readiness for arrest. Moitra's comments followed a video showing Sharma at the Hathras stampede site, which she criticized harshly. The NCW condemned the remarks as a severe violation of dignity and urged legal action, filing a formal complaint with Delhi Police and notifying the Lok Sabha Speaker.
Mahua Moitra vs Rekha Sharma: TMC MP's 'holding boss' pajamas' dig at NCW chief sparks row
NCW chief Rekha Sharma visited Hathras to meet the women injured in the tragic stampede that claimed 121 lives. Videos surfaced showing Sharma at the site with someone holding an umbrella for her. Reacting to one such post, Mahua Moitra tweeted, "She’s too busy holding up her boss's pajamas," targeting Sharma, who is often accused of working in favour of the BJP-led NDA government. Rekha Sharma responded to Moitra's remarks by calling her a "troll." "She is not interested in her work but just trolling people, and I don't give my time to trollers," Sharma said.
NCW initiates legal action against Mahua Moitra for her remarks against Rekha Sharma
NCW takes legal action against MP Mahua Moitra for comments against chairperson Rekha Sharma. Moitra challenges Delhi Police's response. NCW urges Lok Sabha Speaker to intervene. NCW demands FIR against Moitra under Section 79 of the law.
BJP flays TMC MP Mahua Moitra over her remarks against NCW chief
BJP criticized TMC MP Mahua Moitra's comments on NCW chief Rekha Sharma, demanding her removal. TMC posted a video of Sharma in Hathras, saying she's 'too busy holding up her boss’s pajamas'. BJP’s Shehzad Poonawalla condemned the remarks, referencing Sandeshkhali, Chopra incidents, and questioning reactions from Priyanka Vadra, Sonia Gandhi, Kharge ji, Swati Maliwal, and INDIA bloc.
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"Met DC and SP to make sure culprits must be arrested": NCW Chief Rekha Sharma on Hathras incident
A team from the NCW led by chairperson Rekha Sharma and member secretary Meenakshi Negi met the injured women victims of the Hathras stampede incident on Wednesday and said most of the participants in the event were women.
BJP alleges AAP's Balkar Singh engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with woman seeking job; NCW calls for urgent probe
The National Commission for Women (NCW) expresses concern over allegations against Punjab MLA Balkar Singh of inappropriate sexual conduct, brought to light by BJP leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga. Singh, a member of AAP, allegedly engaged in misconduct during a video call with a woman seeking employment.
'Game of jail': Arvind Kejriwal dares PM to arrest AAP's top brass; Delhi CM to go to BJP HQ today at 12 pm
Arvind Kejriwal, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo and Delhi CM, has dared Prime Minister Narendra Modi for attempting to arrest all party leaders and announced his intention to visit the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) headquarters on Sunday at 12 pm.
NCW summons Kejriwal aide Bibhav Kumar, accused of assaulting AAP MP Swati Maliwal
The National Commission for Women summons Bibhav Kumar, former PS to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, over accusations of assaulting AAP's Swati Maliwal. NCW Chief Rekha Sharma expresses concern and urges Maliwal to speak up. Sanjay Singh, AAP leader, promises strict action after Maliwal alleged mistreatment by Kumar at the CM's residence.
From Delhi slums to the Rajya Sabha: The story of Swati Maliwal
Maliwal, a firebrand leader, created a flutter today by alleging that a member of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's personal staff misbehaved with her at the CM's residence during a meeting. Police officials said she went to the Civil Lines police station and also made calls to the PCR van but did not lodge a formal complaint, PTI reported.
Sanjay Singh vows to take action against Kejriwal PA; Swati Maliwal silent
AAP condemns harassment of Swati Maliwal by Kejriwal's assistant, Bibhav Kumar. Sanjay Singh promises action. Maliwal alleges assault at CM's residence but no formal complaint filed yet. NCW chief Rekha Sharma expresses concern over Maliwal's safety and urges her to speak up.
NCW to send inquiry team to look into alleged assault of Swati Maliwal
The National Commission for Women (NCW) is launching an inquiry into the reported assault of Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal. The NCW demands justice from the Delhi Police and plans to send an inquiry team while requesting an action taken report within three days. Maliwal alleged assault at Delhi CM's residence.
AAP's Swati Maliwal alleges assault by CM Arvind Kejriwal's close aide
Maliwal, former chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women, went to the Civil Lines police station and alleged that a close aide of Kejriwal had assaulted her on the chief minister's directions at his official residence.
BJP leader Arvind Singh Lovely strongly condemns Swati Maliwal's alleged assault incident, calls it "Shameful"
Speaking to ANI, BJP leader Arvind Singh Lovely said, "If this incident has happened and Swati Maliwal has been treated like this, then it is condemnable and shameful. This is not the first incident... Those who talk about giving guarantees to the whole country cannot guarantee women's safety in their own homes. This raises questions on the administration."
Sandeshkhali: TMC files complaint with EC against NCW chief, BJP leaders
The TMC said during the interview, a woman from Sandeshkhali alleged she was coerced through threats of violence by Sharma and Das, to sign a blank paper without knowing its purpose. The TMC said the actions suggest a calculated effort by the BJP leaders to undermine the reputation of the Mamata Banerjee-led party and an attempt to manipulate their way to power in West Bengal through illicit means, thereby disregarding the principles of level playing field.
Sandeshkhali: TMC to file complaint with EC against NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma
Trinamool Congress to file EC complaint against NCW's Rekha Sharma for Sandeshkhali atrocities, including unverified videos. NCW recommended President's rule in West Bengal. TMC also lodged complaints against BJP and Suvendu Adhikari.
Obscene videos case: NCW calls for swift action against Prajwal Revanna; seek report from Karnataka Police in 3 days
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has condemned the alleged sexual abuse involving Hassan MP and JDS leader Prajwal Revanna. In a letter to Karnataka Police, the commission has urged for "prompt and swift action" against the accused and has also sought a report in the case within three days.
NCW seeks detailed action report after man sets pregnant wife on fire in Amritsar
NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma has written a letter to the Director General of Police (DGP) of Punjab to arrest the accused and submit an action report in three days. On Friday, a labourer from Bule Nangal village near Beas, Sukhdev Singh, allegedly tied his wife, Pinki (23) who was pregnant with twins to a cot before setting her on fire. Singh who was on the run after the incident was later nabbed by police.
Sandeshkhali: NCW recommends president's rule in WB, overhaul of law enforcement in report to Murmu
NCW recommends President's Rule in West Bengal, central or judicial body to investigate violence, and enhancement of victim support services. Sheikh Shahjahan accused of confinement, rape, molestation, and abuse. Authorities in Sandeshkhali neglected law and order. Socio-economic schemes and community awareness programmes proposed.
Sandeshkhali: Shahjahan Sheikh probe handed over to CBI, NCW recommends President's rule amid protests
The NCW Chair's move is one of many developments to take place in connection with the West Bengal area, with the Calcutta High Court ruling that the investigation into Shahjahan Sheikh - one of the three accused of crimes in the Sandeshkhali region - be handed over to the Central Bureau of Investigation. "There can be no better case than the case on hand which requires to be transferred to be investigated by CBI," a high court division bench ruled.
NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma to visit Sandeshkhali, slams state govt
A National Commission for Women (NCW) delegation, led by chairperson Rekha Sharma, will visit Sandeshkhali following reports of government and law enforcement negligence. The NCW aims to meet with victims and assess the situation. This comes after the NCW submitted a report highlighting negligence and complicity by the Bengal government. The TMC has criticized the visit as politically motivated. Sandeshkhali recently experienced unrest, with allegations of atrocities and sexual harassment by TMC members.
Widespread fear, systematic abuse by police, TMC: NCW in fact-finding report on WB's Sandeshkhali
The NCW report reveals widespread fear, abuse by police officers, and Trinamool Congress involvement in Sandeshkhali violence. Victims faced retaliation, negligence, and censorship. Urgent intervention needed to safeguard women's lives and liberties in West Bengal.
Domestic violence cases record drop after rise during pandemic years, says NCW chief
According to National Commission for Women (NCW) data, in 2020 -- when the lockdown was imposed -- 5,304 complaints of domestic violence were recorded out of a total 23,722. In 2019, the commission recorded 2,960 complaints of domestic violence out of 19,730. The number of domestic violence complaints was 6,633 out of the total 30,864 cases recorded in 2021.
Kerala Doctor suicide: NCW requests detailed action taken report within 5 days from Kerala police
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has urged the police to invoke relevant sections of the Dowry Prohibition Act and Indian Penal Code (IPC) in the FIR if allegations are verified.
"Police not independent in West Bengal, works under political pressure...register less cases": NCW Chief on NCRB data
The 2022 NCRB data named Kolkata India's safest city, but NCW Chief Rekha Sharma disputes this, alleging West Bengal's underreporting due to political pressure from the ruling TMC. She emphasizes that increased FIRs signal awareness, though the police's lack of cooperation distorts statistics. Sharma advocates for societal change, highlighting rising domestic violence cases and the need for education on gender equality. Criticizing West Bengal's government, she praises Uttar Pradesh's efforts in aiding women and urges victims to speak out and seek support.
NCW writes to Bihar speaker, demands strong action against Nitish Kumar for his remarks on women
The NCW has strongly criticised Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for his remarks in the Assembly on the importance of women's education to control the population, calling for both an apology and the removal of the statement from official records. They've stressed the insensitivity to women's rights, with NCW Chairperson Rekha Sharma underlining the need for accountability and vehemently condemning such behavior.
NCW condemns incident of woman 'paraded naked' in Rajasthan
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has condemned the alleged incident of a woman being beaten and paraded naked in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district. The NCW has demanded prompt action from the state's Director General of Police (DGP) and a comprehensive report within five days.
Got no response to 3 letters to Manipur authorities: NCW Chief Rekha Sharma
The National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson, Rekha Sharma, criticized Manipur authorities for not responding to her for three months regarding incidents of violence against women. Earlier, NCW had received complaints concerning women issues but no response was received from the authorities.
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