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It further added that the Commission is committed to address the matter with the appropriate authorities to ensure that the rights of women are upheld and that a safe, equitable working environment is fostered in the county.

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar apologises on derogatory remark on women's education and population control

National Commission for Women (NCW) 'vehemently condemned' Kumar's remarks. Chairperson Rekha Sharma said that the Bihar assembly should take steps against him and his statements must be expunged.

NCW to takes cognisance of Delhi's Jama Masjid banning entry of 'girls', activists express outrage

The notices, which have no date, came up a few days ago outside the three main entry gates, sources in the famed mosque's administration said. However, it has come to attention only now.

NCW takes cognisance of 'leaked' video of Chandigarh University students

Following the "leak" of their recordings, the National Commission for Women has requested a FIR in relation to suspected suicide attempts by students at a private institution in Mohali, Punjab.

Textbook states 'attractive' dowry helps ugly girls get married. Twitter calls it a 'shame'

Shiv Sena leader and Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi called upon Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to remove from circulation books that spread such message on dowry. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has also taken cognizance of the matter.

'God bless him': Saina Nehwal accepts actor Siddharth's apology after Twitter row

Actor Siddharth issued an apology to badminton player Saina Nehwal for his allegedly inappropriate response to one of her tweets, saying that there was for no justification for the words and tone he used.

NCW takes cognisance of 'pornographic content' on Twitter, seeks action within a week

NCW chief Rekha Sharma has also written to Delhi police commissioner to "investigate and take appropriate legal action in the matter".

NCW seeks explanation from Kamal Nath for his remarks against MP Minister Imarti Devi

"At a time when we want more women to enter politics, such disrespectful remarks against a woman leader, that too from a person holding such a responsible position is very unfortunate,” the NCW noted.

NCW asks Tik Tok India to take down video showing violence against women

The National Commission for Women (NCW), in a letter to Grievance Officer of Tik-Tok India Anuj Bhatia, said it has come across a Twitter post in which a Tik-Tok video shows a man committing violence against women.

NCW launches WhatsApp number to report domestic violence during COVID-19 lockdown

The number has only been launched for the period of lockdown till normal offices resume, the NCW said.

Posts of chairpersons, members of state women commissions of Raj, MP lying vacant since 2018: NCW

The state women commissions play an important role in addressing complaints related to abuse and assault on women.

Definition of sexual harassment at workplace needs to be expanded: NCW

The NCW also recommended the period of reporting about sexual harassment at workplace must be increased from three to six months.

NCW receives complaint against AAP MLA for 'indecent' remarks against woman politician

The panel said in the light of the information it received, the Commission has taken up the case and decided to pursue it with the Commissioner of Police, Delhi for further investigation and action.

NCW issues notice to SP leader for his alleged sexist remarks against Jaya Prada

The Commission strongly condemns such irresponsible and disparaging views from persons holding responsible positions, the notice said.

NCW issues notice to Rahul Gandhi for 'misogynistic' remarks against Nirmala Sitharaman

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also tore into Rahul Gandhi for his remarks.

NCW summons Kerala MLA for using abusive language against nun

The NCW chief said she will also be writing to Kerala DGP Lokanath Behera to take action against such lawmakers.

Here's why voluntarily chosen sex work ban makes no sense

In India, where marital rape, child sex, and sexual harassment at home and the workplace are bigger worries than paid sex, it would be tantamount to chasing imaginary moral lapses when there are more real criminalities to go after.