WORKPLACE HARASSMENT
Before Regent's Park, David Walliams owned Noel Gallagher's legendary Oasis party house and joked about renaming it 'Superduper Heights'
The property was purchased by Williams from actress Davinia Taylor, who herself had bought it off Noel Gallagher in 1999. Comedian David Walliams sold Supernova Heights for £5.35million in 2018. According to reports, when bought it, the mansion was turned from a four-bed house to a three-bed. Some floors and ceilings were reportedly knocked out.
Who is David Walliams? ‘Little Britain’ star faces sexual misconduct allegations as he denies wrongdoing
David Walliams, a well-known writer and comedian, is facing allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior. These allegations emerged from an investigation conducted by The Guardian and ITV News. Several women reported inappropriate contact with Walliams during their teenage years, claiming he exploited his celebrity status. As a result, HarperCollins has ceased publishing his works due to concerns regarding his behavior.
Jensen Huang affair controversy: 10 American company CEO's who resigned after their extramarital affairs or relationships became public
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's admission of infidelity has led to attention to other American business leaders whose personal relationships led to their resignations. From Boeing's Harry Stonecipher and Intel's Brian Krzanich to CNN's Jeff Zucker, here are 10 CEOs who stepped down after affairs or workplace relationships triggered company investigations and controversy.
Women must feel safe using cabs for worry-free career, NCW chief says: Report
The National Commission for Women has recommended strict safety measures for women using app-based cabs. These include driver background checks and emergency response systems to improve safety during rides. The growing presence of women in various sectors highlights the need for these guidelines. Rahatkar emphasises that safety concerns should not hinder women's professional growth in the workforce.
Nearly 44% of workplace sexual harassment cases occur outside office premises: Report
In India, more than 40 percent of sexual harassment incidents occur outside typical workspaces, according to research. Alarmingly, many employees lack knowledge of their company's Prevention of Sexual Harassment policies. Complaints point to a pervasive hostile work environment, fueled by multiple harassment forms. Additionally, there's growing anxiety about confidentiality in addressing these issues, underlining the persistent challenges in ensuring a safe workplace against harassment.
Dead-End Job ending explained: What is the deadly truth behind Spider Staffing Agency? Who is Eum Yeon-joo, the enigmatic beauty? Toxic jobs get supernatural twist in Netflix’s new Korean drama
Work can sometimes kill you. Literally. This is the theme of the new Netflix Korean supernatural drama Dead End Job, where an out-of-his-luck man, Hyuk-jun, thinks he has found the solution to his financial woes after he lands a high-paying part-time job. However, as the story progresses, he finds out that not all that glitters is gold….
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Who is David Sabatini? Ex-MIT scientist, once a Nobel contender, wins $6 million defamation case
David Sabatini was awarded $6 million in damages after winning a defamation lawsuit against Kristin Knouse. The jury found that Knouse defamed Sabatini by labeling him a sexual predator. This lawsuit arose following allegations during an internal investigation into their relationship at the Whitehead Institute. Knouse's legal team plans to appeal the verdict, emphasizing challenges women face in such cases.
Mark Cuban pledged $10 million to women's groups after sexual harassment probe at Dallas Mavericks: Where did the money go?
Mark Cuban pledged $10 million to organizations supporting women's leadership in sports and combating domestic violence in 2018 after an investigation found widespread workplace misconduct within the Dallas Mavericks. The donation followed scrutiny of the NBA team's workplace culture and raised questions about how the money would be distributed and what changes followed the investigation.
Anti-South Asian hate surges in US, Indians targeted over H-1B visas: CSOH report
Anti-South Asian hate incidents in the United States have significantly increased, especially targeting Indian-Americans and their visa status. A report indicated that over half a million online posts manifested such hate from early 2025 to mid-2026. Notable hate crimes against South Asians included assaults on Indian-origin individuals across various states.
Manager demanded a doctor’s note for one sick day, employee reveals the trick that got them four days off instead of one in viral post: 'I will not be working if...'
A service worker transformed a manager’s refusal to grant sick leave into an act of malicious compliance. After being ordered to provide a doctor’s note or face an unexcused absence, despite already wearing a mask at work, the Reddit user followed the order literally, exposing unreasonable expectations placed on workers.
From 80k to NEET PG 2026 admission: Aspirant shares how he turned things around 13 years after MBBS despite repeated failures
A NEET PG 2026 aspirant from the 2013 MBBS batch has shared his journey from ranks of 26,000 to 90,000 and 80,000 in previous attempts to securing a rank in the 7,500 range. He said returning to serious academic preparation after years was difficult but believes older-batch doctors should not assume they are too late to pursue postgraduate medical education.
‘Office politics babu bhaiya’: Woman resigns from job, alleges workplace harassment, HR ignored complaints and juniors were pressured to complain against her
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Ritica recounted her experiences of workplace harassment and the struggles leading to her resignation. Despite raising several concerns with HR, she felt her voice was marginalized. Also allegations emerged that her juniors were pressured into filing complaints against her. After futile attempts to seek redress from senior HR, Ritica chose to leave the job, feeling utterly unsupported in her workplace.
POSH reporting up in FY26 as trust in the system grows
Excluding two companies for which comparable data is unavailable, the analysis shows that the number of complaints has been rising steadily over two years, by 6.3% in FY25 (over FY24) and 5.2% in FY26 (over FY25).
New employee complains to HR about ‘unprofessional’ behaviour by boss. Receives termination email the next morning
A female employee reported her supervisor's not-so-appropriate behavior to HR. She had previously tried to address the issue directly. Following her HR complaint, she received a termination email citing a poor attitude. This incident highlights a concerning corporate reality where misconduct may go unaddressed, and the victim faces repercussions. The supervisor's actions may have continued to impact other employees.
TCS BPO harassment probe deepens as police find evidence of wider misconduct
Nashik police are investigating alleged harassment at a Tata Consultancy Services BPO unit. Social media chats suggest more employees may have faced similar misconduct but are afraid to report it. Seven of eight accused have been arrested. Complaints include mental and sexual harassment, and religious insensitivity. The probe is examining a larger conspiracy and awareness within the company.
He faced health emergency, but boss kept demanding proof; five years of top performance ended in 'mental harassment'
An employee shared a disturbing account on Reddit about being harassed by his manager even during a medical emergency. Despite being hospitalised with a severe chest infection, his boss repeatedly demanded medical proof instead of offering support. After returning to work, the employee alleged he faced micromanagement, humiliation, and was denied his bonus until he found another role internally. His attempts to escalate the issue to senior management reportedly went ignored, with his email access later blocked.
Workplace harassment: Employee's family gets Rs 9 crore after woman ends life following boss’s verbal abuse
A Japanese court ordered cosmetics maker D-UP and its president, Sakai Mitsuru, to pay 150 million yen to the parents of an employee who died by suicide due to workplace harassment. The president was also directed to step down, a rare move in Japan. The case highlights the growing focus on addressing workplace harassment in Japan.
'Ek Chamaat Maarenge, Bihar Pahunch Jaogi': HSBC Hyderabad employee alleges workplace harassments, LinkdIn post goes viral
HSBC Toxic workplace (Google Trends): HSBC employee Nitika Kumari's LinkedIn post about workplace toxicity has gone viral. She detailed incidents of ethnic insensitivity and objectifying remarks, highlighting inadequate responses from management and HR. The post received widespread support and calls for action. A survey by Harappa Insights reveals that toxic workplaces are a primary reason for the 'Great Indian Resignation.'
Activision to pay $50 million to settle workplace harassment lawsuit
California’s Civil Rights Department (CRD) had sued the "Call of Duty" maker after two years of investigation over allegations that it routinely underpaid and failed to promote female employees and condoned sexual harassment.
Workplace harassment: Confusion mounts as all kinds of cases get filed under PoSH
A lack of awareness on redressal mechanisms for general grievances in some companies, and a feeling among many employees that since PoSH is a women-centric and robust workplace law their cases will find a fair hearing and redressal if filed under it, is leading to internal committees and lawyers grappling with what falls under sexual harassment.
Urgent need to increase awareness about whistleblower policies at workplaces, say experts
It is significant to protect whistleblowers from any kind of harassment at the workplace, said Rahul Lalit, Partner, PwC.
#MeToo: A survey says nearly 80% women never report harassment
In an online poll, 32 per cent said that they or one of their family members have experienced harassment.
Banks report more sexual harassment cases in FY17
Accordeing to data, 25 banks listed on the Bombay Stock Exchanges (BSE) reported 210 sexual harassment cases in the last fiscal, an increase of 5% from 2015-16.
Despite law, 70% working women don't report workplace sexual harassment
An IndiaSpend analysis of available data and conversations with working women showed there was an increase in reported cases of harassment-to 2015, the year for which latest data are available.
Many women want to quit jobs due to gender bias, odd hours: Assocham survey
According to a survey about one-fourth working women in the private sector wish to quit their jobs due to several reasons such as inconvenient working hours, among others
36% of Indian cos not compliant with Sexual Harassment Act
25% among MNCs are not compliant with the Sexual Harassment Act 2013, according to a FICCI – EY Report ‘Fostering Safe Workplaces’.
Poke Me: Sexual harassment in the office is a workplace issue, not just a legal one (Readers' React)
While many would like to classify this as a yet other example of ‘Might is right’, the larger issue lies somewhere else.
Phaneesh Murthy scandal: India Inc should be more proactive in nipping sexual harassment cases
Inappropriate comments, sexual innuendoes and intrusions into a woman’s personal space are frequent occurrences in the organised sector.
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