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Maharashtra Official Demands Action in TCS Sexual Harassment and Conversion Case

Maharashtra Official Demands Action in TCS Sexual Harassment and Conversion Case

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

A Maharashtra Legislative Council official has demanded strict action against TCS employees in Nashik following allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion. An SIT has been formed and arrests have been made.

IT Firm Harassment Case: Police Investigate Bank Accounts for Funding Links

IT Firm Harassment Case: Police Investigate Bank Accounts for Funding Links

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Police are investigating the bank accounts of those arrested in connection with the sexual harassment and religious conversion case involving women employees of an IT firm in Nashik to determine if they received funds for illegal activities. A special investigation team (SIT) is handling the case.

Tata Consultancy Services Harassment Case: Two Accused in Custody

Tata Consultancy Services Harassment Case: Two Accused in Custody

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A local court in Nashik has remanded two accused in the Tata Consultancy Services harassment case to police custody. The case involves allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion at a TCS unit. An investigation is underway, and TCS has suspended employees allegedly involved.

Tata Consultancy Services Harassment Case: Two Accused in Custody

Tata Consultancy Services Harassment Case: Two Accused in Custody

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

A local court in Nashik has remanded two accused in the Tata Consultancy Services harassment case to police custody. The case involves allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion at a TCS unit. An investigation is underway, and TCS has suspended employees allegedly involved.

Maharashtra Official Calls for Action in TCS Harassment Case

Maharashtra Official Calls for Action in TCS Harassment Case

Rediff.com14 Apr 2026

Maharashtra legislative council deputy chairperson Neelam Gorhe has demanded stringent action against employees of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in Nashik following allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion by female employees.

TCS HR, AGM ignored 70 messages of harassment

TCS HR, AGM ignored 70 messages of harassment

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

The HR manager at TCS Nashik is under investigation for allegedly suppressing complaints and shielding the accused in a harassment case involving multiple employees.

'Gravely concerning': Tata on harassment, conversion charges at TCS Nashik

'Gravely concerning': Tata on harassment, conversion charges at TCS Nashik

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran has addressed the sexual harassment allegations at TCS Nashik, calling them 'gravely concerning' and announcing a thorough investigation led by a senior executive. The investigation follows complaints from eight female employees alleging sexual harassment and forced religious conversion.

Tata Sons Launches Probe into 'Gravely Concerning' TCS Nashik Allegations

Tata Sons Launches Probe into 'Gravely Concerning' TCS Nashik Allegations

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran has announced an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment and forced religious conversion at TCS's Nashik branch, calling the claims 'gravely concerning'.

Nashik police reach Mumbra to trace absconding TCS woman employee

Nashik police reach Mumbra to trace absconding TCS woman employee

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

A Nashik police Crime Branch team arrived in Mumbra, Thane district, to track down a woman accused in a case related to alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment at a TCS unit. The absconding accused has been on the police radar following complaints in Nashik, where the scandal-hit TCS unit is based.

TCS Nashik Case: Male Accused Operated as Organised Gang Targeting Female Staff

TCS Nashik Case: Male Accused Operated as Organised Gang Targeting Female Staff

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Investigation into alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment at a Nashik branch of TCS reveals that seven male accused operated as an organised gang to target female employees.

TCS conversion row: 'Organised gang' targeted female staff

TCS conversion row: 'Organised gang' targeted female staff

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Police in Nashik are investigating multiple cases of attempted religious conversion and sexual harassment at a local IT firm, with evidence suggesting an organised effort to target female employees. The investigation involves multiple agencies to determine if there are wider links.

Oracle lays off 12,000 staff in India; another round likely

Oracle lays off 12,000 staff in India; another round likely

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

US-based IT firm Oracle has reportedly laid off approximately 12,000 employees in India, with further layoffs expected. The company cited organisational changes and streamlining of operations as reasons for the retrenchment.

The Real Reason For The TCS Layoffs

The Real Reason For The TCS Layoffs

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

While TCS cited evolving business needs and future readiness as reasons, industry experts say the action is a cost-cutting measure aimed at improving operating margins that have remained below the firm's aspirational range despite multiple efforts.

Court nod for NewsClick HR head to turn approver in China-funding case

Court nod for NewsClick HR head to turn approver in China-funding case

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Chakravarty also claimed he was in possession of "material information" about the case which he was willing to disclose to the Delhi police.

Newsclick HR head seeks pardon, wants to turn approver

Newsclick HR head seeks pardon, wants to turn approver

Rediff.com25 Dec 2023

Chakravarty moved the application before Special Judge Hardeep Kaur last week, seeking pardon in the case and claiming he had material information that he was willing to disclose to the Delhi Police, which is investigating the matter.

2,000 Ex-Byju's Staff Fight For Dues

2,000 Ex-Byju's Staff Fight For Dues

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'When I called the HR department, they abused me.'

AIIMS to examine NewsClick founder's health after SC direction

AIIMS to examine NewsClick founder's health after SC direction

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta asked the AIIMS director to constitute the board and submit a report to it in two weeks.

SC orders release of NewsClick founder, holds arrest 'invalid'

SC orders release of NewsClick founder, holds arrest 'invalid'

Rediff.com15 May 2024

The Supreme Court on Wednesday declared as 'invalid' the arrest of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha in a case under the anti-terror law, and directed that he be released from custody.

Delhi police quiz 8 more NewsClick scribes for a second time

Delhi police quiz 8 more NewsClick scribes for a second time

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

They were called to the special cell office in the afternoon and questioned till late evening, a Delhi police source said.

CBI files FIR against NewsClick, editor Puryakastha for forex breach

CBI files FIR against NewsClick, editor Puryakastha for forex breach

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The CBI registered an FIR against NewsClick and its founder Prabir Purkayastha for alleged violation of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act and carried out searches at the office and residence of the portal's founder on Wednesday, officials said.

FIR charges Newsclick with using Chinese funds to disrupt India's sovereignty

FIR charges Newsclick with using Chinese funds to disrupt India's sovereignty

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

The Delhi Police, in a first information report (FIR) filed under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) following allegations against news portal NewsClick, has alleged that a large amount of funds came from China in order to disrupt India's sovereignty and cause disaffection against the country.

NewClick editor, HR head sent to jail for 10 days

NewClick editor, HR head sent to jail for 10 days

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

A Delhi court on Tuesday sent to 10-day judicial custody NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and human resources department head Amit Chakravarty, arrested in a case lodged under anti-terror law UAPA over allegations that the news portal received money to spread pro-China propaganda.

NewsClick editor challenges arrest, HC seeks Delhi police reply

NewsClick editor challenges arrest, HC seeks Delhi police reply

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Justice Tushar Rao Gedela also asked the police to file replies to their applications seeking interim release till the pendency of the petitions.

Delhi HC rejects NewsClick founder's plea against arrest

Delhi HC rejects NewsClick founder's plea against arrest

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

The Delhi high court on Friday refused to interfere with the arrest and subsequent police remand of NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and portal's human resources department head Amit Chakravarty in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

Claims bogus, false, not a penny came from China, NewsClick editor tells HC

Claims bogus, false, not a penny came from China, NewsClick editor tells HC

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha, arrested in a case lodged under anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for allegedly receiving money to spread pro-China propaganda, told the Delhi high court on Monday that the allegations against him were "false" and "bogus", and "not a penny has come from China".

Wipro asks freshers to take new test or get terminated

Wipro asks freshers to take new test or get terminated

Rediff.com20 Apr 2023

Wipro is in the news, again. The information technology (IT) services company has mandated freshers, who had opted for a lower salary package of Rs 3.5 lakh per annum, instead of Rs 6.5 lakh per annum, clear a new training module titled Project Readiness Program (PRP) and score at least 60 per cent or stand terminated. Wipro is not the only company to have implemented such a programme.

What To Check In Your Form 16

What To Check In Your Form 16

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Employees should review the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in Form 16. They should confirm that all the tax deducted has been credited correctly.

Indian-origin CEO of US co fires over 900 employees on Zoom

Indian-origin CEO of US co fires over 900 employees on Zoom

Rediff.com6 Dec 2021

An Indian-origin CEO of a US-based homeownership company has abruptly fired more than 900 employees, about 9 per cent of its workforce, on a Zoom webinar, citing market efficiency, performance and productivity as the reasons behind the move. On a Zoom webinar last Wednesday, Better.com CEO Vishal Garg abruptly announced that the mortgage company is laying off about 9 per cent of its workforce, CNN reported. Garg cited market efficiency, performance and productivity as the reason behind the firings, the report said.

Want To Opt For EPF-EPS Joint Scheme?

Want To Opt For EPF-EPS Joint Scheme?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2023

Before opting for this scheme, consider how EPS is calculated.

7 simple tips to cut expenses and save money

7 simple tips to cut expenses and save money

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Cut down on non-essential expenses like outside food, travel expenses.

Why The Army Can't Fight In Manipur

Why The Army Can't Fight In Manipur

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

For the most battle-hardened, specialised and successful counter-insurgency army in the world, this is an unfamiliar, first-time experience of dealing with the north east's deepest complexities, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Vishal Garg, who fired staff on Zoom call, returns as CEO of Better.com

Vishal Garg, who fired staff on Zoom call, returns as CEO of Better.com

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Vishal Garg, the Indian-origin CEO of US-based homeownership firm Better.com, who recently fired nearly 900 employees over a Zoom call and triggered widespread outrage, is returning to his position more than a month after "taking time off" from the job.

Getting Laid Off? Know Your Rights

Getting Laid Off? Know Your Rights

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Companies today are taking a very fashionable way to reduce their workforce. Instead of the outright firing of employees, an alternative approach that some companies are using is the passive-aggressive method which is both deliberate and accidental, points out corporate lawyer Ishanee Sharma.

How to write a self-appraisal

How to write a self-appraisal

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

The Appraisal Season is on. Here's how to best approach it...

What you must do to save taxes

What you must do to save taxes

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Before jumping to meet the investment target, check if you really need to.

Bill for SC, ST, OBC quotas in central institutes passed

Bill for SC, ST, OBC quotas in central institutes passed

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

A key bill to provide reservation to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Caste under state seats in central education institutes in tribal areas was passed in the Rajya Sabha on Friday.

TVF CEO gets anticipatory bail in molestation case

TVF CEO gets anticipatory bail in molestation case

Rediff.com17 Apr 2017

Around 50 women has last month come forward on social media and accused Arunabh Kumar of sexual harassment.

TVF CEO Arunabh Kumar booked for molestation

TVF CEO Arunabh Kumar booked for molestation

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

Earlier this month around 50 women had come forward on social media and complained against Kumar. However, none of them filed a complaint with the cops.

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Economist Kalpana Kochhar to retire from IMF in July

Rediff.com2 Jun 2021

Indian economist Kalpana Kochhar, who heads the Human Resources Department of the International Monetary Fund, is leaving the organisation to join the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the IMF announced on Wednesday. Kochhar, who served in various senior positions during her three decades at the IMF, will retire on July 30, it said.

Why you must invest in ultra short-term funds

Why you must invest in ultra short-term funds

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

In this article we discuss ultra short-term funds and why it makes sense to invest in these funds for meeting short-term goals.