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NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of allegations that three women journalists were subjected to sexual harassment by Delhi Police personnel during a protest at Jantar Mantar on 3 October 2026 and has sought a detailed report within two weeks
The NHRC has issued notices to the police authorities concerned, seeking a detailed report within two weeks, including the investigation status and compensation, if any, paid to the victim.
The Court observed that the cumulative effect of the foregoing deficiencies demonstrates a systemic failure in the upkeep, monitoring and timely rectification of a building that houses the highest constitutional Court of the State.
NHRC has taken suo motu cognizance of media reports alleging abuse of toddlers at a Bengaluru IT company creche and has sought a detailed report from the Karnataka Chief Secretary and DGP within two weeks
The Commission issues notices to the state Chief Secretary and DGP, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks
Taking suo motu cognizance of media reports, NHRC has sought reports from U.P. authorities and ordered a spot inquiry into the alleged detention of a minor in an adult prison
The Court also urged the media to avoid recording statements of the persons who are likely to be potential witnesses or accused, as it may unnecessarily prejudge the outcome on certain issues, which are yet to be investigated.
“Considering the sensitivity of the issue, particularly the commission of rape of a female child aged about 12 years and thereafter her brutal murder, along with the lethargic attitude of the police, it was proper to take cognizance of the occurrence.”
The NHRC has issued a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.
The NHRC sought detailed reports from the Director General of Police, Uttar Pradesh, on the matter within two weeks.
The NHRC sought detailed reports from Chief Secretaries of all States and Union Territories within four weeks.
The NHRC has issued notices to the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police, Rajasthan, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.
The NHRC sought detailed report from the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir, within two weeks.
Upon perusal of the status report filed by the Amicus Curiae, the Court held that despite the order passed by the Court, sufficient action had not been taken by the authorities to prevent recurrence of similar incidents.
“Though subsequent orders led to removal of the obstruction and initiation of preventive proceedings, the facts reflect lack of timely supervision and failure to prevent encroachment over a commonly used public passage.”
“Such conduct reflected gross misconduct and disregard for the sanctity of a place meant for sports training and practice.”
The NHRC sought detailed reports from the Director Generals of Police of all three states within two weeks.
The NHRC issued notice to the State DGP, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.
The NHRC issued notices to the Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police, Government of Rajasthan, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.
“It transpires that despite the availability of sufficient funds, the machines/equipment are not being made available to the CIMS, which is causing hardships not only to the patients but also to the Doctors, which could have saved their precious time and energy, and treated a greater number of patients.”