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    Moral Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment: Allahabad HC Calls Lecturer’s Dismissal 'Shockingly Disproportionate'
    Moral Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment: Allahabad HC Calls Lecturer’s Dismissal 'Shockingly Disproportionate'
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    Moral Misconduct Not Sexual Harassment: Allahabad HC Calls Lecturer’s Dismissal ‘Shockingly Disproportionate’

    The Allahabad High Court held that a consensual teacher–student relationship amounted to moral misconduct, not sexual harassment, and ruled that dismissal with disqualification was shockingly disproportionate, directing MNNIT to reconsider the punishment.

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    “Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court
    “Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court
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    “Three Years She Was Silent”: Prajwal Revanna Claims Rape Case Is ‘Political Vendetta’ Before Karnataka High Court

    Prajwal Revanna told the Karnataka High Court that the rape case and other charges against him were filed due to political motives. His counsel argued that multiple complaints surfaced suddenly and the investigation was biased.

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    Delhi Court Sends Swami Chaitanyananda to 14-Day Judicial Custody Over Sexual Harassment, Molestation & Forgery Allegations
    Delhi Court Sends Swami Chaitanyananda to 14-Day Judicial Custody Over Sexual Harassment, Molestation & Forgery Allegations
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    Delhi Court Sends Swami Chaitanyananda to 14-Day Judicial Custody Over Sexual Harassment, Molestation & Forgery Allegations

    Swami Chaitanyananda, also known as Parth Sarthy, was remanded to 14-day judicial custody in Delhi following allegations of sexual harassment, molestation of female students, and forgery. Delhi Police recovered forged documents and devices during the ongoing investigation.

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    Allahabad High Court Slams University After Sexual Harassment Complaint Against University Registrar: “Reinstate Meena Singh Immediately
    Allahabad High Court Slams University After Sexual Harassment Complaint Against University Registrar: “Reinstate Meena Singh Immediately
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    Allahabad High Court Slams University After Sexual Harassment Complaint Against University Registrar: “Reinstate Meena Singh Immediately

    The Allahabad High Court orders immediate reinstatement of Meena Singh after repeated terminations following her sexual harassment complaint against the university registrar, highlighting misuse of power and victimisation.

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    "Sexual Harassment Complaints Must Be Filed Within 6 Months, Moral Record of Misconduct to Stay on Resume": Supreme Court
    "Sexual Harassment Complaints Must Be Filed Within 6 Months, Moral Record of Misconduct to Stay on Resume": Supreme Court
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    “Sexual Harassment Complaints Must Be Filed Within 6 Months, Moral Record of Misconduct to Stay on Resume”: Supreme Court

    The Supreme Court has ruled that sexual harassment complaints under the POSH Act must be filed within six months of the last incident, while directing that the Vice Chancellor’s misconduct be permanently recorded in his resume as a moral consequence

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    Supreme Court Moves to Include Women Lawyers Under PoSH Act, Seeks BCI Response
    Supreme Court Moves to Include Women Lawyers Under PoSH Act, Seeks BCI Response
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    Supreme Court Moves to Include Women Lawyers Under PoSH Act, Seeks BCI Response

    The Supreme Court has asked the Bar Council of India and the Centre to respond to a plea seeking applicability of the PoSH Act for practicing women lawyers. The petition challenges the Bombay High Court ruling that restricted the law to employer-employee relationships.

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    Can a Man Seek Protection from Sexual Harassment? "Yes”: Delhi Court Says Laws Are Not Gender-Biased | Explained
    Can a Man Seek Protection from Sexual Harassment? "Yes”: Delhi Court Says Laws Are Not Gender-Biased | Explained
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    Can a Man Seek Protection from Sexual Harassment? “Yes”: Delhi Court Says Laws Are Not Gender-Biased | Explained

    A Delhi court affirms that men can seek legal protection from sexual harassment, stating that laws ensure personal liberty and are not gender-biased. Judgment explained in detail.

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    "Why Are Political Parties Above POSH Law?" – Supreme Court Petition Demands Equal Safety for Women Workers
    "Why Are Political Parties Above POSH Law?" – Supreme Court Petition Demands Equal Safety for Women Workers
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    “Why Are Political Parties Above POSH Law?” – Supreme Court Petition Demands Equal Safety for Women Workers

    A plea in the Supreme Court urges political parties to follow the POSH Act, ensuring protection against sexual harassment for female workers. The petition calls for internal complaints committees in line with the Vishaka guidelines.

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    Dwarka Court Bar Association Organises Exciting Cricket Matches Between Bench and Bar with Chief Justice in Attendance
    Dwarka Court Bar Association Organises Exciting Cricket Matches Between Bench and Bar with Chief Justice in Attendance
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    Calling a Woman ‘R***i’ Directly Attacks Her Dignity and Modesty: Delhi Court

    Delhi court convicts man for using the word ‘r***i’ and issuing threats, calling it an insult to a woman’s modesty. Court says such words imply disloyalty and promiscuity, amounting to criminal offence.

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    Prajwal Revanna Bail Plea | "Delay in That Trial Has a Cascading Impact": Ex-MP's Lawyer To Karnataka HC
    Prajwal Revanna Bail Plea | "Delay in That Trial Has a Cascading Impact": Ex-MP's Lawyer To Karnataka HC
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    Prajwal Revanna Bail Plea | “Delay in That Trial Has a Cascading Impact”: Ex-MP’s Lawyer To Karnataka HC

    Today, On 2nd July, Prajwal Revanna’s lawyer told the Karnataka High Court that delay in one trial is affecting progress in related cases. “Delay in that trial has a cascading impact,” he argued while opposing further postponement of proceedings.

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