NASHIK COURT
Court denies interim protection to Nida Khan in TCS Nashik case
A Nashik court has denied interim protection to Nida Khan, an accused in the alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment case linked to the Tata Consultancy Services Nashik office, deferring the hearing on her anticipatory bail plea to April 27.
No interim relief for TCS case accused Nida Khan, Nashik court seeks police response on her plea
A Nashik court has not granted interim protection from arrest to Nida Khan, an accused in a sexual harassment and religious coercion case at TCS. Police are searching for Khan across Maharashtra. The court has directed the police to submit their response by April 27. Eight individuals have already been arrested in connection with the case.
TCS harassment case: Accused linked assaults to not wearing burqa, says woman engineer
A woman engineer at TCS Nashik has detailed alleged harassment and religious coercion. She reported derogatory remarks about Hindu deities and inappropriate touching by colleagues. Police have registered nine FIRs and arrested eight individuals. One accused is still being traced. TCS has suspended the employees involved and initiated an internal probe.
TCS conversion case: What father of employee Raza Rafiq Memon said about the allegations
Family of TCS employee Raza Rafiq Memon claims internal rivalry and office politics are behind "false" sexual harassment and conversion allegations. Memon, a "high performer" and team leader, is among eight arrested, with his uncle alleging a "conspiracy" fueled by his success. TCS has suspended employees and is conducting an internal probe.
Nashik court sends 'godman' Kharat in police custody till April 23 in fifth sexual assault case
Nashik police secured custody of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat until April 23. This is the fifth sexual assault case against him. Kharat faces multiple charges including sexual assault and financial fraud. He allegedly used black magic and claimed divine powers. A Special Investigation Team is probing the cases. Kharat's connections with political leaders have also drawn attention.
TCS Nashik case: Accused woman cites pregnancy in anticipatory bail plea; custody of 2 male accused extended
A TCS employee, Nida Khan, accused in a religious conversion and sexual harassment case, has applied for anticipatory bail. She cited her two-month pregnancy as a reason for her plea. Khan's lawyer denied the charges. Police are actively searching for her. The company has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment and has suspended employees involved.
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TCS Nashik case: A timeline of key developments and probe details
TCS Nashik case: IT major Tata Consultancy Services is facing scrutiny after serious allegations surfaced at its Nashik facility. The case centres on accusations of sexual harassment, workplace coercion and pressure linked to religious conversion at the company’s Nashik unit.
TCS Nashik case reaches Supreme Court: Plea terms forced religious conversions a 'terror act', indirect 'war on India'
TCS Nashik Case News: Allegations of religious coercion and exploitation at a TCS Nashik workplace have reached the Supreme Court. A plea argues these incidents are part of a wider pattern of forced conversions, calling them a 'terrorist act'. The Supreme Court is urged to direct stricter measures against such practices nationwide. Investigations are ongoing, with arrests made and internal inquiries launched by TCS.
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'Harassment, religious conversion' at Nashik MNC: 2 accused sent in fresh police custody
Two men arrested in a sexual harassment and forced religious conversion case at a Tata Consultancy Services unit in Nashik were sent to police custody. Seven employees have been arrested in total. A special investigation team is probing complaints from eight women. Tata Sons chairman stated the allegations are concerning. The National Commission for Women is also investigating.
Nashik MNC case: Plea in SC seeks directions to control deceitful religious conversion
The plea filed by advocate Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay contended that deceitful religious conversion is not only a serious threat to sovereignty, secularism, democracy, and liberty but also a menace to fraternity, dignity, unity and national integration.
After TCS and Infosys, Tech Mahindra in row over alleged religious bias; issues statement on ‘Footwear Free Zone’ viral image
Tech Mahindra is facing online criticism after a 'Footwear Free Zone' sign went viral. The IT firm has denied allegations of religious bias and a divisive workplace culture at its Mumbai office. An internal review found the social media claims inaccurate.
TCS Nashik case: Male accused acted like organised gang to target female colleagues
The investigation into alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment at a Nashik branch of an IT giant suggests that seven male accused operated like an organised gang to target female employees, a senior officer has said.
Nashik sexual harassment case: 'Male accused acted like organised gang to target female colleagues'
Police in Nashik have registered nine FIRs over alleged sexual harassment and attempted religious conversion at a local branch of Tata Consultancy Services, with investigations indicating that seven male employees acted in a coordinated manner to target female colleagues. Eight accused, including a female operations manager, have been arrested, while another woman is absconding, and HR officials are accused of discouraging complaints. Sandeep Karnik said a special investigation team is probing the case, with central agencies also being consulted to examine any wider links.
NCW sets up panel to probe sex abuse allegations at TCS unit in Nashik
The National Commission for Women (NCW) announced on Wednesday that it has constituted a fact-finding committee to conduct a detailed inquiry into the alleged incidents of sexual harassment of women at the Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) BPO unit at Nashik in Maharashtra.
NCW sets up panel to probe alleged sexual harassment at TCS Nashik
The National Commission for Women is investigating serious allegations of sexual harassment at a Tata Consultancy Services BPO unit in Nashik. A fact-finding committee will visit the facility on April 17 to conduct an on-site inquiry. The panel will interact with victims, police, and company officials.
TCS Nashik issue: How undercover police posing as cleaners exposed sexual abuse, religious coercion and HR failure at the BPO unit
TCS Nashik issue: A month-long undercover police operation inside a TCS BPO unit in Nashik has led to nine FIRs and the arrest of seven employees, including a senior HR official, on charges of sexual harassment, coercion, and hurting religious sentiments. TCS has suspended the accused and promised strict action.
What happened at the TCS Nashik office? Why was the HR AGM arrested and why are 78 emails and chats under investigation?
TCS Nashik controversy: An SIT probe is underway at TCS Nashik after eight women employees alleged sexual exploitation and forced religious conversion. Seven people, including a senior HR manager who was a part of the POSH internal committee, have been arrested amidst allegations of ignored complaints and a racket luring women with jobs. Maharashtra minister even alleged that victims were forced to offer namaz, eat beef and there were attempts of religious conversion. Investigators are probing 78 emails, chats and other digital evidence that were ignored by the HR manager.
TCS pledges strict action on Nashik harassment case; COO Subramanian leads investigation
Tata Consultancy Services COO Aarthi Subramanian will head an investigation into a sexual harassment case at its Nashik unit. Eight employees alleged mental and sexual harassment by senior colleagues and inaction by HR. Police have arrested seven individuals, including an HR manager. This incident raises questions about IT companies managing operations in smaller cities.
TCS Nashik: A look at the sexual harassment allegations rocking the IT major
Tata Consultancy Services is under scrutiny following serious allegations of sexual and religious harassment at its Nashik office. Investigations have led to multiple FIRs and the arrest of several employees, including an HR manager. Tata Sons chairman has ordered a thorough internal probe into the matter. The company has suspended employees involved.
Tata to probe TCS Nashik case; Sharon Pais takes over Myntra
Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran has ordered a probe into the sexual harassment case at TCS Nashik. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
TCS Nashik sexual harassment case: Female HR manager's police custody extended till April 15
A Nashik court has ruled to extend the police custody of a female HR manager amid a serious case of sexual exploitation and religious conversion claims. Eight employees from TCS have accused her of failing to address their harassment complaints.
Nashik IT company horror: Victims made to offer namaz, eat beef, sexually harassed and were forced to convert, says minister in sexual harassment case
Nashik TCS case: Allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion by eight female employees have surfaced at the multinational company's office in Nashik. Maharashtra minister Girish Mahajan has alleged that victims were forced to offer namaz, eat beef and attempts were made to convert them. Police have filed nine FIRs and TCS has suspended its employees involved in the sexual harassment case.
'Godman' Kharat gets 14-day judicial custody in second rape case
Nashik court sends self-styled godman Ashok Kharat to judicial custody until April 21. He faces a second rape case involving sexual exploitation since 2020. Kharat allegedly abused his religious position to exploit a woman. He is also involved in multiple other criminal cases. Authorities are pursuing further legal action.
Nashik court extends 'godman' Ashok Kharat's police custody till Apr 1
A Nashik court has extended the police custody of self-styled godman Ashok Kharat until April 1. Kharat faces multiple rape and cheating charges. The Special Investigation Team is probing over 100 complaints, many from women. Investigators are examining Kharat's properties and digital evidence, including contacts with political leaders.
SIT flooded with over 50 phone calls on Nashik 'godman' held for rape; complaints being verified
A Special Investigation Team probing rape accused godman Ashok Kharat has received over 50 calls in five days. Citizens are providing information and reporting alleged crimes. Kharat faces eight FIRs for sexual assault, extortion, and circulation of objectionable material. His arms license has been suspended due to multiple cases against him.
Bombay HC grants JSW Steel Coated Products Ltd interim injunction in trademark suit
JSW Steel Coated Products Ltd secured an interim injunction from the Bombay High Court against multiple entities in Maharashtra for alleged trademark infringement. The court restrained the use of marks identical or deceptively similar to JSW's registered brands, including "COLOURON+" and "VISHWAS+". A receiver was appointed to inspect premises where police seized infringing marks, with enforcement actions occurring in Nashik.
Praful Patel, Tatkare tried to take over NCP after Ajit Pawar's death, wrote to EC: Rohit Pawar
NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has alleged a conspiracy to take over the NCP following Ajit Pawar's death. He claims senior leaders Praful Patel and Sunil Tatkare attempted to give sweeping powers to the working president. Rohit Pawar presented letters to the Election Commission as evidence. He has demanded a criminal investigation into the matter.
Maharashtra's 'Epstein Files': Nashik's influential astrologer Ashok Kharat, ex Merchant Navy officer, raped and blackmailed women; police found 58 videos
An influential astrologer in Maharashtra's Nashik, Ashok Kharat, has been arrested for raping and blackmailing multiple women under the garb of spirituality. Ashok Kharat, who was an ex Merchant Navy officer, repeatedly raped a woman for over three years and told her husband would die if she did not follow his orders. During the investigation, police found 58 videos, most of them were objectionable.
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