Today, On 7th February, The Karnataka High Court granted anticipatory bail to former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa in a POCSO case. The case was filed based on allegations by a woman who accused Yediyurappa of molesting her 17-year-old daughter. The court’s decision provides relief to the senior BJP leader, preventing his immediate arrest. The case continues to be under legal scrutiny.
Madras: The Madras High Court has directed the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to stop harassing journalists while probing the leak of a sexual harassment victim’s identity in the Anna University case. The Court made it clear that while journalists should not be troubled, they must also cooperate with the investigation.
The Supreme Court of India emphasized job security for Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) members under the PoSH Act during a hearing on January 24. The petitioners highlighted disparities in tenure protection between public and private sectors, with private ICC members vulnerable to unjust termination. The court has summoned the Solicitor General for further proceedings.
Sexual harassment at Workplace is a serious issue that violates women’s rights to equality, respect, and safety. It comes from outdated patriachal beliefs and that harassment is not a big deal. This affects women’s mental health, lowers their confidence, and reduces work productivity. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 aims to create safe workspaces for women. However, with 93% of women employed in the informal sector, proactive measures and widespread awareness are critical. Empowering women through safe workplaces not only upholds their rights but also drives economic growth and national development.
Prajwal Revanna, former MP and grandson of ex-PM HD Deve Gowda, reviewed alleged sex videos linked to a scandal in a closed court session, involving data from his driver’s phone. The court denied full access to video evidence, emphasizing victim privacy and allegations of serious charges against Revanna, including sexual harassment and rape.
Boby Chemmanur, a businessman, was arrested on January 8, 2025, after actress Honey Rose accused him of sexual harassment during a jewellery event. The Kerala High Court granted him bail, subject to strict conditions, emphasizing the need for caution in societal comments about body image. Chemmanur denied the charges, claiming they were baseless.
The Allahabad High Court denied bail to orchestra organizer Manish Kumar Yadav, accused of sexual harassment against a dancer. Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh emphasized the societal prejudice faced by female performers, highlighting their rights to respect and dignity. The court underscored the importance of a safe environment for artists against gender-based violence.
Registrar Anand Pawar of Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL) has been suspended following allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct. The suspension order, issued by the Vice-Chancellor, also accuses Pawar of bigamy, cruelty toward his first wife, and violations of the university’s post-doctoral regulations, among other charges. This decision comes as his actions face increased scrutiny, affecting his role in the institution. Further investigations are likely to take place.
The Kerala High Court ruled that making sexually coloured remarks or sending inappropriate messages about a woman’s body constitutes sexual harassment under IPC and Kerala Police Act. The court dismissed the accused’s petition, emphasizing that any man making such remarks is guilty. The ruling affirms the seriousness of addressing women’s harassment in legal contexts.
