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From Manipur silence to ‘love jihad’ remarks: 5 gems from Rekha Sharma’s tenure as NCW chief

When Rekha Sharma joined the National Commission for Women as a member in 2015, she was winding up a political role as the BJP’s state media in-charge in Haryana. As she wraps up her tenure at the commission this month, she is leaving behind a similar legacy. 

Newslaundry · Aug 9, 2024

All personal laws related to women should be equal across all religions: NCW chief Rekha Sharma

After the SC ruled on June 10 that a Muslim woman is entitled to claim maintenance after divorce, NCW Chairperson Rekha Sharma welcomed the decision and stated that all personal laws related to women should be equal across all religions. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jul 14, 2024

Swati Maliwal assault case: Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar fails to appear before NCW

Swati Maliwal assault case: NCW summons Arvind Kejriwal's personal assistant Bibhav Kumar over assault allegations; accused fails to appear before the commission.

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

Congress lands in new trouble with Shrinate’s now-deleted post on Kangana

Congress is defensive on Supriya Shrinate’s post on Kangana Ranaut while the BJP increasing the heat with mulling legal action against Ms. Shrinate. Congress leader mentioned that some parody account on X had made this objectionable post. Ms. Ranaut hit back saying that she had played various roles in movies and…

The Hindu · Mar 26, 2024

A tourist in India posted a video saying she was gang raped. A national debate ensued

The woman and her husband were camping in a remote area. They posted a video describing the attack on social media, triggering a national discussion about sexual assault and justice.

WEKU · Mar 12, 2024

Sandeshkhali violence: NCW chief meets President Murmu, recommends President's rule in West Bengal

NCW chairperson Rekha Sharma met President Droupadi Murmu and recommended President’s rule in West Bengal over the Sandeshkhali violence

The Hindu · Mar 5, 2024

Sandeshkhali violence | NCW chairperson seeks Mamata resignation, demands President’s rule in Bengal

As the situation in Sandeshkhali in North 24 Parganas, gradually returns to normalcy following a week of protests alleging TMC-led atrocities on villagers and sexual harassment of women, the police have been maintaining a strong vigil in the area.

The Hindu · Feb 19, 2024

NCW chief hails changing roles of women in movies

NCW Chairperson Rekha Sharma expresses delight at roles women are essaying in movies, stressing the need for equality in pay. DGP Anjani Kumar and Member-secretary Meenakshi Negi call for dialogue to reshape narrative and portray women as strong, complex characters.

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

NCW chief meets victims of sexual violence in Manipur

NCW chief visits Manipur to meet victims of sexual violence; meets State officials, women's groups and civil society reps; will submit report on attacks on women in strife-torn State soon. #NCW #Manipur #SexualViolence #Victims #StateOfficials #WomenGroups #CivilSociety #Report

The Hindu · Jul 26, 2023

Under fire after Newslaundry report, NCW chief says wrote thrice to Manipur authorities

The National Commission for Women received no response to three letters which raised concerns about violence against women in the state and were sent to the Manipur authorities, the commission’s chief Rekha Sharma claimed on Friday.

Newslaundry · Jul 21, 2023