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Amazon Restructures Its Streaming Leadership Team

Prime Highlights: Amazon MGM Studios boss Jennifer Salke departs to establish a fresh production company. Leadership restructuring puts the heads of studios directly beneath Mike Hopkins. Key Facts: Salke's departure…

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Uber Introduces New Safety Features in India, Including Audio Recording, Women Rider Preference, and SOS Button

Uber India has come up with a new list of safety features that place emphasis on the safety of passengers and drivers, targeting women. The new additions arrive as the…

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India Lifts Third Title by Beating China 1-0 in Women’s Hockey Asian Champions Trophy

India women's hockey team clinched its third consecutive Women's Asian Champions Trophy title, as they edged Olympic silver medalists China 1-0 in a tense final played in Rajgir, Bihar. Deepika…

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Read more about the article Trailblazers Recognized in Business Today’s Most Powerful Women 2024 List
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Trailblazers Recognized in Business Today’s Most Powerful Women 2024 List

Business Today unveils its 21st edition of the Most Powerful Women in Business today-the list honors 60 noteworthy women driving change and shaping Indian business into the future. Twelve new…

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Empowering Change: HBA’s Inaugural Leadership Summit Champions Gender Equity in Indian Healthcare

The Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) hosted the maiden Leadership Summit in the city recently with a vision to address gender equity in healthcare leadership across India. The event featured some…

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Coca-Cola India Commemorates Mahila Kisan Diwas with Artistic Tribute to Women Farmers

Celebrating the contributions of women farmers, Coca-Cola India cooperated with renowned illustrator P.S. Rathour to recognize their incredible work in every nook and corner of the country. The campaign focuses…

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World Bank Reports 9% Rise in India’s Manufacturing Sector by Boosting the Participation of Women in the Workforce

According to its latest South Asia Development Update, the World Bank stated that India's manufacturing output would increase by 9% if the participation of women workers was increased. The report,…

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65% Self-employed women in India depend on Personal savings for business funding: Crisil and DBS Bank India Survey 

A recent study conducted by the credit rating agency Crisil and DBS Bank India, the financing preferences and challenge of self-employed women entrepreneurs have been understood.  On the basis of…

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Read more about the article Isha Ambani and Parita Parekh feature among the youngest women entrepreneurs in the Hurun Under-35 list 
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Isha Ambani and Parita Parekh feature among the youngest women entrepreneurs in the Hurun Under-35 list 

Isha Ambani, director of Reliance Retail Ventures, and Parita Parekh, co-founder of Toddle, have been included in the 2024 Hurun India Under-35 list of the youngest women entrepreneurs. Both the…

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FICCI FLO Host Bilateral Meet with Philippine Women’s Economic Network for India-ASEAN Relations

India's largest business women's organization, the FICCI Ladies Organization, recently met bilaterally with the Philippine Women's Economic Network, PhilWEN to strengthen economic ties and offer new business opportunities. Both organizations…

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FLO and Philippine Women’s Economic Network Hold Bilateral Business Meet to Promote Trade and Women’s Leadership

On September 11, 2024, the FICCI Ladies Organization (FLO), India's leading association of businesswomen, hosted a bilateral business meeting with the Philippine Women’s Economic Network (PhilWEN) in New Delhi. The…

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ASDC at ACC Thondebhavi Transforms Rural Women’s Lives Through Skill Development

ACC, a prominent cement and building materials company under the Adani Portfolio, is making significant strides in empowering rural communities in Karnataka by offering skill development opportunities. The Adani Foundation’s…

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Women Directors in Corporate India Triple Over Last Decade: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

The number of women directors in active corporate companies across India has more than tripled over the past decade, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said during an event on Wednesday.…

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Empowering Women in Business: Online MBA Programs Breaking Barriers in India

The evolving business landscape is fostering significant changes in educational practices, particularly through online MBA programs, which are playing a pivotal role in empowering women and promoting gender equality in…

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Read more about the article Union Minister Annapurna Devi Launched She-Box Portal to Ensure Women’s Safety at Workplace
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Union Minister Annapurna Devi Launched She-Box Portal to Ensure Women’s Safety at Workplace

The SHe-Box portal is a significant advancement in the government's ongoing efforts to safeguard women in the workplace, according to a statement. Union Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi…

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Women More Likely to Adopt Digital Financial Services Through Local Agents and Community Influencers, Reports NPCI

At the Global Fintech Festival 2024, Nalin Bansal, Chief Relationship Management at the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), highlighted a critical challenge in digital financial inclusion. Despite significant progress,…

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Women Entrepreneurship Platform and TransUnion CIBIL Launch SEHER to Boost Financial Literacy for Women Entrepreneurs

The Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) and TransUnion CIBIL have jointly launched SEHER, a credit education program designed to enhance financial literacy and business skills among women entrepreneurs. This initiative seeks…

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Read more about the article Sreela Venkataratnam Resigned as Tesla VP after 11 years of Service
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Sreela Venkataratnam Resigned as Tesla VP after 11 years of Service

Sreela Venkataratnam, a Tesla vice president who had been with the company for 11 years, has resigned, becoming one of several senior employees to leave in recent months. Venkataratnam, one…

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Read more about the article Vijaya Lakshmi Dasari Awarded Scholarship for Strong Academic Contribution
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Vijaya Lakshmi Dasari Awarded Scholarship for Strong Academic Contribution

Leading insurer PNB MetLife has announced the recipient of its sponsored AGBA-PNB MetLife AI-Data Science Scholarship Award, reflecting the company's commitment to promoting female talent in technology and supporting gender…

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Read more about the article Working Women in Public and Private to Get One-day Menstrual Leave: Odisha Minister
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Working Women in Public and Private to Get One-day Menstrual Leave: Odisha Minister

Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida made the statement during the Independence Day celebrations in Cuttack. It will be the third state to implement such a policy.  The Odisha government announced…

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Read more about the article Radhika Ghai’s New Startup ‘Kindlife’ Secures $8Mn Investment in Series A
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Radhika Ghai’s New Startup ‘Kindlife’ Secures $8Mn Investment in Series A

The beauty, wellness, and health platform Kindlife.in has secured $8 million in its Series A round, which was led by JB-Dooeun TK Fund and MIXI Global Investments. Kalaari Capital and…

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Read more about the article Live Consultations with AI-powered Matching Initiated on Women-centric coto App
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Live Consultations with AI-powered Matching Initiated on Women-centric coto App

The social community app designed for women, coto, is expanding its services by introducing live expert consultations. Building on its foundation of over 7,000 communities and 1 million conversations, coto…

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Read more about the article Two Indian Women Openers Named as Player of the Month for July 2024
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Two Indian Women Openers Named as Player of the Month for July 2024

In the recent update received from the ICC body, Two Indian openers have been shortlisted for the ICC Women’s Player of the Month award for July 2024.  Smriti Mandhana  Smriti…

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Read more about the article Women Take Up Challenging Roles in FSTPs in Uttar Pradesh, Redefine the Paradigms
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Women Take Up Challenging Roles in FSTPs in Uttar Pradesh, Redefine the Paradigms

Empowered by the AMRUT Mitra initiative, women are now taking on the challenging roles of operations and maintenance (O&M) at Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs), setting a new standard for…

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Read more about the article Corporate Policies Should Enable Women Progress in Careers, Flexible for both Genders Eva James
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Corporate Policies Should Enable Women Progress in Careers, Flexible for both Genders Eva James

At The Hindu’s Tamil Nadu Women’s Summit 2024, held at the ITC Grand Chola Hotel in Chennai, panelists explored the theme ‘Women in IT: From Coding to Leading’. Eva James,…

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Read more about the article Jammu and Kashmir Govt Fosters Women Entrepreneurs Through ‘Hausla’ Initiative
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Jammu and Kashmir Govt Fosters Women Entrepreneurs Through ‘Hausla’ Initiative

The government of Jammu and Kashmir has made significant strides in promoting women’s entrepreneurship with the launch of Hausla 2.0, building on the success of its predecessor, Hausla 1.0. This…

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Allocates ₹3L-Cr for Women and Girls’ Welfare Schemes

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during her budget presentation in Parliament on Tuesday, emphasized initiatives to bolster women's participation in the workforce. She announced the allocation of ₹3 trillion for schemes…

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Women Participation in Indian Workforce Surged at 37% Mainly Through Rural Empowerment

The economic survey for FY 2023-24 highlights the increasing participation of women in India's labor force, reflecting significant progress in gender equality and empowerment. The female labor force participation rate…

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Read more about the article Kottayam Grama panchayat Initiates ‘Ladies Only’ fitness Centre to Empower Women
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Kottayam Grama panchayat Initiates ‘Ladies Only’ fitness Centre to Empower Women

The increasing prevalence of lifestyle disorders among women, as well as the lack of exercise centers for women in the hamlet, prompted the idea of establishing a women-only fitness centre.…

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Read more about the article Uttar Pradesh has 2nd Most Women District Magistrates, just after Tamil Nadu
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Uttar Pradesh has 2nd Most Women District Magistrates, just after Tamil Nadu

Uttar Pradesh boasts 14 women district magistrates, with Bahraich standing out for its all-female administration. These women leaders are driving initiatives such as pink auto-rickshaws and feeding rooms, focusing on…

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Read more about the article KSUM’s First Woman GenAI Founder Neethu Mariam Joy Selected for Antler Entrepreneur in Residence Program
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KSUM’s First Woman GenAI Founder Neethu Mariam Joy Selected for Antler Entrepreneur in Residence Program

Neethu Mariam Joy, the first woman GenAI founder from Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), has been selected for the prestigious Antler Entrepreneur in Residence Program, which will help her company establish…

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50 e-autos Distributed in Eco-Wheels Women’s Initiative to Underprivileged Women

As part of its corporate social responsibility effort, the business will donate 115 e-autos to as many women, benefiting more than 750 people. To empower women who have experienced serious…

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Read more about the article Tamil Nadu Initiates ‘Earlypreneurship’ Women’s Job Scheme at Rs.1,185 Crore
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Tamil Nadu Initiates ‘Earlypreneurship’ Women’s Job Scheme at Rs.1,185 Crore

An ‘Earlypreneurship’ program will be integrated into the school curriculum to instil a passion for entrepreneurship in children, according to the Minister for Sports Development and Youth Welfare, Udhayanidhi Stalin.…

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Read more about the article Centre Demands Report from TN on Claims of Married Women Rejected Work at Foxconn Plant
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Centre Demands Report from TN on Claims of Married Women Rejected Work at Foxconn Plant

It stated that Section 5 of the Equal Remuneration Act of 1976 makes it plain that no discrimination shall be made while recruiting men and women personnel. The Ministry of…

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Read more about the article Indian Women Cricket Team Give South Africa Women a 3-0 Whitewash
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Indian Women Cricket Team Give South Africa Women a 3-0 Whitewash

Arundhati Reddy and Co triggered a first-innings collapse from which South Africa couldn't recover. India’s score of 220 for 4 (Mandhana 90, Harmanpreet 42) surpassed South Africa’s 215 for 8…

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Read more about the article Aiming to Increase Women in Indian Aviation to 25% by 2025: DGCA
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Aiming to Increase Women in Indian Aviation to 25% by 2025: DGCA

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an advisory aimed at increasing female participation in India's aviation workforce to 25% by 2025, in a move to combat gender…

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Read more about the article Smt Annpurna Devi Union Minister for women and Child Development Makes Proactive Welfare Visits
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Smt Annpurna Devi Union Minister for women and Child Development Makes Proactive Welfare Visits

Smt. Annpurna Devi, Union Minister of Women and Child Development, visits several women's and children's welfare facilities in Delhi to assess the current status and prepare for future changes. The…

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Read more about the article Mira Rajput Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor’s Wife Unveils New Skincare Brand Akind
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Mira Rajput Kapoor, Shahid Kapoor’s Wife Unveils New Skincare Brand Akind

Mira Rajput Kapoor, wife of actor Shahid Kapoor, announced the launch of her skincare company Akind on Wednesday. "A type of care. A state of joy. You are a kind…

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Read more about the article Seven female Ministers in Modi 3.0, two of whom are Cabinet Members
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Seven female Ministers in Modi 3.0, two of whom are Cabinet Members

Nirmala Sitharaman and Annapurna Devi were sworn in as cabinet ministers in a grand ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan last evening. The 72-member council of ministers in the third Narendra Modi…

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Read more about the article Noticeable Reduction of Women in Full time Jobs, Rising Inclination for Freelancing
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Noticeable Reduction of Women in Full time Jobs, Rising Inclination for Freelancing

The number of female professionals seeking freelance opportunities has significantly increased, reflecting a growing preference among women for remote work options, according to a report by The Economic Times. Data…

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Read more about the article The Recent Lok Sabha Elections Showed 74 Women Candidates Elected
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The Recent Lok Sabha Elections Showed 74 Women Candidates Elected

The 17th Lok Sabha had the highest number of women parliamentarians, with 78 members constituting over 14 percent of the total strength. In the recent elections, 74 women were elected…

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Read more about the article Shakti Scheme of Safe and Free Travel for Women, Adds to State’s GST collection
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Shakti Scheme of Safe and Free Travel for Women, Adds to State’s GST collection

A study by the Fiscal Policy Institute (FPI) has found that Karnataka's Shakti scheme, which provides free bus travel for women, is contributing to the state's GST collection while also…

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Read more about the article Anasuya Sengupta Makes History as First Indian to Win Best Actress at Cannes 2024
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Anasuya Sengupta Makes History as First Indian to Win Best Actress at Cannes 2024

In a remarkable achievement, Anasuya Sengupta, the lead actress of the Hindi-language film The Shameless, directed by Bulgarian filmmaker Konstantin Bojanov, has won the Best Actress award in the Un…

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Read more about the article Women-Led Cardamom Auction Company Pioneered in Idukki
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Women-Led Cardamom Auction Company Pioneered in Idukki

In a groundbreaking initiative, a group of women cardamom farmers has established a cardamom auction company under the auspices of the Spices Board of India, marking the first such enterprise…

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Read more about the article Women Representatives Highlight the Power of SDGs in Improvement and Empowerment
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Women Representatives Highlight the Power of SDGs in Improvement and Empowerment

The 57th United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Population Development (CPD57) highlighted the transformative potential of women in local governance. Three inspiring Elected Women Representatives from across India shared…

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Read more about the article Oscar Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor Will Lead WIF India Chapter at Cannes Film Festival
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Oscar Winner Guneet Monga Kapoor Will Lead WIF India Chapter at Cannes Film Festival

Women In Film (WIF), Los Angeles, is launching an India chapter, as announced at the Cannes Film Festival on Thursday. Guneet Monga Kapoor, the Oscar-winning producer of "The Elephant Whisperers,"…

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Read more about the article MoU for Drone Didi Yojana Signed by Mahindra & Mahindra with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
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MoU for Drone Didi Yojana Signed by Mahindra & Mahindra with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

The program, which was introduced earlier this year, intends to teach 15,000 women how to use drones for agricultural tasks including seeding, crop monitoring, and fertilizer application. In order to…

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Read more about the article Innovative Women from Rajasthan are Weaving Rugs, Empowering Communities
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Innovative Women from Rajasthan are Weaving Rugs, Empowering Communities

A quiet revolution is happening in the rural heartlands of India, amidst the picturesque scenery and rustic appeal, spearheaded by the unwavering determination of women like Shanti Devi. Shanti, who…

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Read more about the article Women Beneficiaries forming 68%, Surpass men in Skill Training : PM Vishwakarma Yojana
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Women Beneficiaries forming 68%, Surpass men in Skill Training : PM Vishwakarma Yojana

Women outnumbered men in the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana when it came to taking part in skill-building programs, with almost 95% of them selecting tailoring as their chosen trade. Since…

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Read more about the article Logistics Startup Delhivery Launches ‘Sikar’ Women Logistics Hub
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Logistics Startup Delhivery Launches ‘Sikar’ Women Logistics Hub

This is another step towards the company's objective of promoting greater enrollment and empowerment of women in the logistics industry and also advancing overall diversity within the company, Delhivery said.…

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Read more about the article ‘No Water Or Jobs in Village’: Frustrated Palghar’s Tribal Women Returned Free Sarees
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‘No Water Or Jobs in Village’: Frustrated Palghar’s Tribal Women Returned Free Sarees

"Tribal women in Maharashtra's Palghar demand basic facilities by emphasizing the need for employment. 'Give us jobs so we can buy our own sarees,' they assert. Expressing their self-sufficiency, Ladkubai…

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Read more about the article Thread by thread, UP’s Women’s Self-help Groups are Creating Success Tales
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Thread by thread, UP’s Women’s Self-help Groups are Creating Success Tales

As twilight descended upon the horizon, a gathering of 10 women in Jangethi village near Meerut convened swiftly. Clutching their handmade baskets, crafted after a long day's toil, they commenced…

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Read more about the article Women Army Officers can Challenge Promotion Policy: SC
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Women Army Officers can Challenge Promotion Policy: SC

The army had previously claimed that in order to be promoted to colonel select rank, an officer required to fulfill the "essential eligibility criteria" of having at least two confidential…

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Read more about the article Interesting Success of Sugar Cosmetics’s Women’s Day Campaign Inspiring 2k Businesswomen
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Interesting Success of Sugar Cosmetics’s Women’s Day Campaign Inspiring 2k Businesswomen

To defy stereotypes and uplift women entrepreneurs, SUGAR Cosmetics initiated its 'NotSoSmallBusiness' campaign across social media platforms. Commencing on Women's Day, the campaign spotlighted a distinct woman-led business each day…

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Read more about the article Education Empowers Women with Economic Independence: Judge Vasuki
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Education Empowers Women with Economic Independence: Judge Vasuki

Justice K. B. K. Vasuki says that parents, mainly in rural areas, should ensure that their children, especially girls, go to school without fail. If not, they are denying the…

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Read more about the article With $35.5 Billion Net Worth, Savitri Jindal Tops as India’s Richest Woman: Forbes
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With $35.5 Billion Net Worth, Savitri Jindal Tops as India’s Richest Woman: Forbes

India has witnessed a notable surge in wealth this year, with 200 individuals from the country securing spots on the Forbes list of the world's billionaires, a substantial increase from…

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Read more about the article Women Given Free Bus Passes in Certain Indian States
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Women Given Free Bus Passes in Certain Indian States

The programs are part of an initiative aimed at facilitating greater female participation in the workforce and improving access to essential services. According to an article by Kavitha Yarlagadda, republished…

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Read more about the article “Stop Child Marriage, Polygamy. Encourage Women Education”: Assam CM Sarma
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“Stop Child Marriage, Polygamy. Encourage Women Education”: Assam CM Sarma

Himanta Biswa Sarma said,"I always tell them, there is no problem in 'Miyas' being indigenous. But they cannot have two-three wives. That is not an Assamese culture." Bengali-speaking Muslims in…

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Read more about the article India’s Entrepreneurship Journey has now Got Global Recognition: Zia Mody
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India’s Entrepreneurship Journey has now Got Global Recognition: Zia Mody

Zia Mody shared her insights during a panel discussion at the third edition of the Express Awards for Women Entrepreneurs, alongside fellow panelists Ronnie Screwvala, co-founder of the ed-tech platform…

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Read more about the article Focusing Rightly on Women Development, India is Progressing Towards Viksit Bharat Objective: Ruchira Kamboj
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Focusing Rightly on Women Development, India is Progressing Towards Viksit Bharat Objective: Ruchira Kamboj

Ruchira Kamboj, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, emphasized the nation's commitment to women-led development, positioning India as a global advocate for gender equality and striving towards Viksit Bharat…

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Read more about the article Women Leading Tech Revolution in India: PM Modi
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Women Leading Tech Revolution in India: PM Modi

Additionally, the Prime Minister gave SHGs a digital transfer of capitalization assistance funds valued at ₹2000 crore. A growing group of women from self-help groups (SHGs) who have been trained…

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Read more about the article Sudha Murty Nominated to Rajya Sabha as a Women’s Day Initiative
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Sudha Murty Nominated to Rajya Sabha as a Women’s Day Initiative

Philanthropist and author Sudha Murty, aged 73, received the nomination to the Rajya Sabha on International Women's Day. She was honored with the Padma Shri in 2006 and the Padma…

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Read more about the article Redefining Modern Business: Radhika Gupta, CEO Edelweiss
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Redefining Modern Business: Radhika Gupta, CEO Edelweiss

As the CEO of Edelweiss Asset Management, Gupta oversees assets worth billions, guiding the company to unprecedented levels of success. In the dynamic realm of entrepreneurship, Shark Tank stands as…

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Read more about the article ASHA, Anganwadi Women Workers Granted Pay Rise Boosting Women Welfare
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ASHA, Anganwadi Women Workers Granted Pay Rise Boosting Women Welfare

In addition, the Chief Minister has raised the wages of anganwadi helpers by Rs 500 per month. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared a salary increase of Rs 750 per month…

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Read more about the article Delhi Budget 2024: State Govt Declares ₹1,000 to all 18+ Women under MMSY Scheme
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Delhi Budget 2024: State Govt Declares ₹1,000 to all 18+ Women under MMSY Scheme

During the presentation of the Delhi Budget 2024-25, Finance Minister Atishi introduced the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana (MMSY). Delhi's Finance Minister Atishi unveiled the budget for FY2024-25 in the Delhi…

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Read more about the article Historic Milestone: Indian Women Officers to Set Sail in a Unique Expedition from Goa to Mauritius
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Historic Milestone: Indian Women Officers to Set Sail in a Unique Expedition from Goa to Mauritius

In an unprecedented feat, Indian women officers have embarked on a trans-oceanic voyage from INS Mandovi, Goa to Port Louis, Mauritius aboard the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Tarini, marking a…

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Read more about the article New Harpic Loocator App Guides Women Access Public Toilets
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New Harpic Loocator App Guides Women Access Public Toilets

It's time to start making jokes about how every company wants their own app. Wednesday saw the release of the "Harpic Loocator App" by consumer products giant Reckitt, which aims…

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World Bank Official Expressed a Desire to Prioritize Women’s Empowerment and Ensure Equal Opportunities

World Bank Managing Director (Operations) Anna Bjerde highlighted that if India raises its female labor force participation to 50 percent, it could potentially elevate GDP growth by 1 percent, a…

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Read more about the article A Bengaluru Professional Secures a position at Microsoft after Submitting 30 + Applications
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A Bengaluru Professional Secures a position at Microsoft after Submitting 30 + Applications

"I love Microsoft... I applied more than 30 times and got rejected. But I kept trying," said 24-year-old software developer Haimantika Mitra. Haimantika Mitra persevered through over 30 attempts before…

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Read more about the article PV Sindhu’s Stands out to Secure a Historic Medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships
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PV Sindhu’s Stands out to Secure a Historic Medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships

PV Sindhu led the charge as the Indian women's team triumphed over Hong Kong with a resounding 3-0 victory in the quarter-final match held on Friday in Selangor. This win…

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Read more about the article The Nari Shakti Vandan NCERT Module Commends Significant Initiatives Focusing on Women
The Nari Shakti Vandan NCERT Module Commends Significant Initiatives Focusing on Women

The Nari Shakti Vandan NCERT Module Commends Significant Initiatives Focusing on Women

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has unveiled a supplementary module focusing on women's empowerment for school students. This module, titled "Nari Shakti Vandan," is the third…

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Read more about the article The Una Cooperative Society Instrumental in Fostering Women’s Empowerment
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The Una Cooperative Society Instrumental in Fostering Women’s Empowerment

Over the past nine years, women have been provided with Rs 10 crore in microcredit for income-generating activities. The Swan Women Multipurpose Cooperative Society (SWMCS), established in Una district by…

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Read more about the article Advocating for Gender Equality in all Fields
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Advocating for Gender Equality in all Fields

At the event, Member of Parliament from the Shiromani Akali Dal Party, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, called for "fundamental changes at the grassroots level." Emphasizing the imperative for women's equal participation…

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Read more about the article Significant Progress Made in Women Empowerment: Nirmala Sitaraman
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Significant Progress Made in Women Empowerment: Nirmala Sitaraman

Over the past decade, there has been significant progress in women's empowerment, as highlighted by Nirmala Sitharaman during the Union Budget 2024 announcement. She noted a 28% increase in female…

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Read more about the article The Best Marching Contingent Award for Republic Day Secured by an all-women team from the Delhi Police
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The Best Marching Contingent Award for Republic Day Secured by an all-women team from the Delhi Police

The Best Marching Contingent award for this year's Republic Day Parade has been earned by an all-women contingent from the Delhi Police, which marched down the Kartavya Path during the…

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Read more about the article RBI Data: Elected Women Represent Panchayati Raj Institutions with 45.6% of all Representatives
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RBI Data: Elected Women Represent Panchayati Raj Institutions with 45.6% of all Representatives

According to an RBI research, elected women representatives (EWRs) make up 45.6% of all Panchayati Raj Institution (PRI) representatives in India, indicating the growing participation of women in local governance.…

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Read more about the article Smriti Irani Applauds the PM’s Initiative and Examines Data Regarding Women’s Business
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Smriti Irani Applauds the PM’s Initiative and Examines Data Regarding Women’s Business

Speaking to NDTV outside the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Smriti Irani revealed that an increasing number of women from lower social classes have applied for bank loans…

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DBS Bank and CRISIL poll Shows 47% of Working Women in India Make their Own Financial Decisions

A staggering 98% of Indian women who work for themselves or are compensated actively participate in long-term family decision-making, demonstrating a rise in financial independence. About 47% of them make…

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Read more about the article Employers Should be Considerate while Relocating Women: Kerala High Court
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Employers Should be Considerate while Relocating Women: Kerala High Court

When it comes to caring for elderly parents who are ill, women are the primary caregivers. The Court stated that employers should act with understanding, compassion, and openness in these…

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Read more about the article SBI’s ‘Svyam Siddha’ Facilitates Simplified Loans to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
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SBI’s ‘Svyam Siddha’ Facilitates Simplified Loans to Empower Women Entrepreneurs

"Svyam Siddha," a specialised financial product offered by the State Bank of India, is only intended for female entrepreneurs in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) who are looking for loans up to…

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Read more about the article Experts Discuss the Future Direction on Lifestyle-related, Non-communicable Diseases in Adult Women at IIT Roorkee
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Experts Discuss the Future Direction on Lifestyle-related, Non-communicable Diseases in Adult Women at IIT Roorkee

The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Roorkee arranged the workshop, which attracted a large number of visitors and subject matter specialists. An international workshop on "Social Determinants…

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Read more about the article Women are Serving on Company Boards, but Regulations are Driving this Change : Mallika Srinivasan
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Women are Serving on Company Boards, but Regulations are Driving this Change : Mallika Srinivasan

According to Mallika Srinivasan, chairman and managing director of TAFE, women's representation on company boards appears to be improving in India, although it is primarily driven by regulations. She emphasized…

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With the #Reignite Hiring Drive, Tata Technologies Aiming to Hire Female Engineers Taking a Career Hiatus

The product engineering and digital services company stated that the program aligns with its redoubled efforts to support gender diversity throughout its workforce. The Tata Group corporation stated that #Reignite…

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Read more about the article Koneru Humpy Wins Silver at the World Rapid Chess Championship
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Koneru Humpy Wins Silver at the World Rapid Chess Championship

At the 2023 World Rapid Chess Championships in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy won the silver medal in the women's individual category. India's Koneru Humpy demonstrated her chess ability…

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Read more about the article Smriti Irani Argues that Menstruation is not a Disability and is Against Paid Period Leave for Women
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Smriti Irani Argues that Menstruation is not a Disability and is Against Paid Period Leave for Women

Smriti Irani, the Union Minister for Women and Child Development, spoke out against paid menstruation leave in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday, claiming that it will encourage discrimination against women…

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Read more about the article A Measure to Give Women One-third of the Seats in the J&K Assembly is Passed by the Lok Sabha
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A Measure to Give Women One-third of the Seats in the J&K Assembly is Passed by the Lok Sabha

The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which would allocate one-third of the 90 legislative assembly seats to women, was introduced by Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand…

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Read more about the article Women Lead a State Transportation Utility’s Comeback Story
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Women Lead a State Transportation Utility’s Comeback Story

In October 2023, the family Kendre, consisting of approximately twenty women, chose to travel from Bhor taluka to Pune using a state-run bus in order to attend a wedding ceremony.…

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Read more about the article Artificial Intelligence May Result in Discriminatory Pricing and Promote Subtle anti-competitiveness : CCI Chief
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Artificial Intelligence May Result in Discriminatory Pricing and Promote Subtle anti-competitiveness : CCI Chief

India's Competition Commission Chairperson, Ravneet Kaur, stated in an interview that the regulator needs to be flexible and adaptive in its approach to regulate the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. She…

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Read more about the article Make Guidelines for Promoting Female Officers: SC
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Make Guidelines for Promoting Female Officers: SC

A number of female Army officers have reported instances of discrimination during their promotion from colonel to brigadier. After learning that discussions are taking place to create a policy to…

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Read more about the article Judge Fathima Beevi, the first female Supreme Court judge in India, passes away at the age of 96
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Judge Fathima Beevi, the first female Supreme Court judge in India, passes away at the age of 96

At the age of ninety-six, Justice Fathima Beevi, the first female judge of the Indian Supreme Court, passed away on Thursday. She was appointed Governor of Tamil Nadu after her…

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Read more about the article The CEO of Mysuru ZP Values Rural Women. SHG’s Creative Endeavour
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The CEO of Mysuru ZP Values Rural Women. SHG’s Creative Endeavour

Mysuru Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer K.M. Gayathri visited the unit and noted that a group of rural women in H.D. Kote taluk were making a creative effort to produce…

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Read more about the article Ranked Among India’s 100 Best Companies for Women is MullenLowe Lintas Group
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Ranked Among India’s 100 Best Companies for Women is MullenLowe Lintas Group

Avtar and Seramount have included MullenLowe Lintas Group India in their prestigious list of the "100 Best Companies for Women in India" as of late. This honor demonstrates the Group's…

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Read more about the article Himachal CM: 1,200 Constables and Female SIs to be Hired
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Himachal CM: 1,200 Constables and Female SIs to be Hired

The chief minister of Himachal Pradesh placed a strong emphasis on enhancing the police force while considering upcoming difficulties. Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, the chief minister of Himachal Pradesh, placed a…

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Women Speeding up India’s Digital Revolution as More Women than Men are Employed by IT Players

Women are becoming more socially and economically autonomous thanks to digital infrastructure and solutions that guarantee their participation in all spheres of society. It is evident how the epidemic has…

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Read more about the article Free Bus Rides to Bengaluru Women for Commuting to Work and Play
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Free Bus Rides to Bengaluru Women for Commuting to Work and Play

Chikamma lives in a village outside of Bengaluru and commutes for thirty minutes each day to work as a domestic helper in Yelahanka, which is near the airport. Chikamma, 39,…

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