India, Feb. 24 -- The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), a premier institution renowned for its contributions to social sciences, human development, and public policy, has initiated an inquiry into allegations of sexual harassment against a faculty member following a formal complaint by a female student.

The accused, an assistant professor at the School of Health System Studies and convener of the Centre for Excellence in CSR (CECSR), has been accused of misconduct, including making inappropriate comments, attempting to enter the complainant's residence, and issuing threats.

According to the complaint, the faculty member engaged in coercive behaviour, repeatedly asking personal questions despite the student's clear discomfort. Sh...