Prevention of Sexual Harassment(POSH): HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Feb 2026

Prevention of Sexual Harassment(POSH)

SHe-Box Report Workplace Harassment Complaints Filed on Govt Portal

Feb 16, 2026

POSH Pendency Grows Despite Rise in Complaint Reporting

Indias top listed companies reported a . rise in POSH complaints in FY, marking a shift in ...

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Sep 15, 2025

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POSH Act Implementation Under Scrutiny in Maharashtra

Maharashtra State Womens Commission has formally called for mandatory audits of POSH compliance acr...

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Aug 7, 2025

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Infosys Employee Caught Filming Women in Restroom

In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through Indias corporate corridors, Infosy...

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Jul 3, 2025

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Workplace Love and Law: POSH, Consent, Respect, and Professional Boundaries

The workplace has always been a space where people typically engage and connect through collaboration, friendship, and sometimes even love. However, when it comes to love, where does one draw the line in a professional setting? Colleagues spend a significant time of their day in the workplace which makes building relationships a natural process. However, […]

Mar 11, 2025

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HR’s Role & Rules: Workplace Romantic Relationships in POSH Policy

Human Resources (HR) plays a crucial role in creating and implementing clear policies regarding workplace romantic relationships, integrated within the broader framework of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act. These policies must be communicated effectively to all employees, highlighting the importance of transparency, consent, and professional boundaries. Clear guidelines help prevent misunderstandings and ensure […]

Jul 19, 2024

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Creating Safe & Inclusive Workplace Culture with POSH

In contemporary workplaces, fostering a safe and inclusive environment is paramount for organisational success and employee well-being. One crucial aspect of achieving this is the implementation of the Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Act. The POSH Act serves as a powerful tool for organisations to create environments where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered. […]

Mar 30, 2024

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How to file POSH Annual Return, last date, January 31

Is yours a company that employs 10 or more people? If so, you have to submit an annual POSH compliance report under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act of 2013 (“Act”) that provides protection to women against sexual harassment at the workplace. Your next question might be – ‘Why […]

Nov 30, 2023

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Why surge in sexual harassment cases in India’s top companies?

According to Complykaro and ET report, there was 31% increase in sexual harassment complaints at the workplace in FY23 versus FY22, showing data from 370 of the BSE500 companies. The increase in complaints was across sectors: IT (84%), financial services (27%), telecom (58%), manufacturing (50%) and metals (65%). The complaints recorded a spike in the […]

Aug 29, 2023

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Update 2023: Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act 2013

What is Sexual Harassment in Workplace? The Act provides a comprehensive definition of sexual harassment, which includes any unwelcome physical, verbal, or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature. The Prevention of Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act was enacted in 2013 to address the issue of sexual harassment of women in the workplace. The Act applies to […]

Aug 21, 2023

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PoSH: Standard Chartered Bank fined for non-compliance by ICC

An appeal was filed by X (victim) under Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act, 2013 challenging the order passed by the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) constituted by Standard Chartered Bank. This was about enquiring into a case of Sexual Harassment against her by an employee of Standard Chartered Bank under whom she had worked. […]

Jul 28, 2023

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Serious Lapses in Implementation of PoSH Act- Supreme Court

Last month, The Supreme Court of India, in a judgment, flagged “serious lapses” and “uncertainty” in the implementation of the Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment (PoSH) Act, and issued a slew of Directions to Strengthen the PoSH Act. The Supreme Court said it is disquieting to note that there are serious lapses in the […]

Jun 25, 2023

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TCS saw a significant rise in sexual harassment complaints in FY23

According to media reports, IT giant, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) saw a significant increase in sexual harassment complaints in FY 2022-23. There have been 49 cases of sexual harassment filed in FY23. Reportedly, there have been 36 complaints in FY 2021-22. Additionally, at the end of FY 2022-23 there were eight unresolved cases compared to 16 […]

Jun 21, 2023