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Indias top listed companies reported a . rise in POSH complaints in FY, marking a shift in ...
Maharashtra State Womens Commission has formally called for mandatory audits of POSH compliance acr...
In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves through Indias corporate corridors, Infosy...
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, […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
