Journalist Mayank Jain Resigns After Sexual Harassment Allegations

At least two women took to Twitter to call out and accuse Mayank Jain, a journalist at Business Standard.

Journalist Mayank Jain, accused of sexual harassment, resigned as principal correspondent of Business Standard on Tuesday, 9 October.

Jain was accused of making unwarranted sexual advances and harassment amid the recent storm of allegations in India’s #MeToo movement.

24. Mayank Jain, the journalist I accused of sexual harassment, has resigned.
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This was sent to @bsindia employees.
"This is to inform you that Mayank Jain resigned today and his resignation has been accepted with immediate effect.
Editor"#timesup

— Anoo Bhuyan (@AnooBhu) October 9, 2018