Among the many questions Internal Committees grapple with, few create as much uncertainty as the balance between impact and intent. When a complaint lands on the IC’s table, members look for evidence, context, timelines, testimonies, and consistency. But eventually, the inquiry always circles back to the same tension: “Should the complainant’s experience of harm take… Continue reading Impact vs Intent: What Truly Determines Sexual Harassment?
Category: Legal Updates
Time Limits vs. Justice: SC Removes Controversial Direction in NUJS VC Case
According to a study, 98% of women are aware that sexual harassment occurs through online mediums, yet 87% of these women never reported any instances to the concerned authorities. This underlines a critical issue: awareness does not always translate into action. The PoSH Act, 2013, was enacted as a landmark step in India’s workplace legislation.… Continue reading Time Limits vs. Justice: SC Removes Controversial Direction in NUJS VC Case
Safeguarding Justice: Interim Relief in POSH Inquiries
A 2022 report by Gapjil 119 revealed a stark reality: 8 out of 10 women who report sexual harassment at the workplace face some form of retaliation. Imagine the courage it takes for a complainant to step forward, only to face backlash that threatens her job security, reputation, or daily work life. This reality creates… Continue reading Safeguarding Justice: Interim Relief in POSH Inquiries
Sahitya Akademi Ruling: What ICCs Must Know
This 44-page judgment is pathbreaking, not only for detailing the lapses on the part of the organization but also for outlining, through its reasoning, how the entire fiasco could have been avoided with proper compliance. “Before parting, it must be observed that the present controversy could well have been avoided had the Akademi, as a… Continue reading Sahitya Akademi Ruling: What ICCs Must Know
Key FAQs About POSH Annual Compliance Report
With the festivities coming to a halt and October finishing in the flash of a second, companies are rushing to meet their year-end targets. Yet amid the rush, it is crucial to pause and reflect on an often overlooked aspect of corporate responsibility, compliance. While many may consider compliance merely an expense, few appreciate how… Continue reading Key FAQs About POSH Annual Compliance Report
ACR 2026:The Real Cost Isn’t Compliance, It’s Non-Compliance.
Many companies hear the word “compliance” and immediately focus on the costs involved, often overlooking the fact that these investments act as crucial safeguards against much steeper penalties. The reality is that the apparent expense of compliance under the POSH Act, 2013, pales in comparison to the devastating impact of non-compliance. Choosing to treat workplace… Continue reading ACR 2026:The Real Cost Isn’t Compliance, It’s Non-Compliance.
She-Box and Workplace Sexual Harassment – What corporate leaders need to know and do
In recent months, the issue of workplace sexual harassment has gained significant attention, prompting governments and organizations to develop new tools and systems to address this persistent problem. One such initiative doing rounds everywhere is the relaunch of the Sexual Harassment Electronic Box, commonly known as She-Box. But what exactly is She-Box, and how does… Continue reading She-Box and Workplace Sexual Harassment – What corporate leaders need to know and do
Whether HR should be part of an Internal Committee?
One of the key aspects of PoSH compliance is setting up the Internal Committee and the first responsibility that falls on the shoulder of the Board and Management is the selection of the members. While we have addressed the selection and appointment of the External Member in some of our other blogs, today, we will… Continue reading Whether HR should be part of an Internal Committee?
PoSH Updates: SC issues Directions to States/UTs for Proper Implementation of PoSH Law
Are such support staff protected from sexual misconduct at the workplace?
PoSH Updates: Mandatory to Display Penal Consequences under PoSH law
Are such support staff protected from sexual misconduct at the workplace?
