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New Delhi, March 17 – The Supreme Court on Tuesday urged the Union government to enact a law recognizing paternity leave as a social security benefit, while striking down a provision that limited maternity benefits for adoptive mothers based on the child’s age.A bench of Justices J.B...

New Delhi, March 16 The Delhi government has approved a proposal to include transgender passengers in its free bus travel scheme, according to a statement from the chief minister's office, released on Monday.The decision was made at a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta...

New Delhi, March 15 Activists advocating for transgender rights have termed the proposed "Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026" as regressive, warning that it could undermine the identity, dignity, and equality of such people.The "Transgender Persons (Protection of...

New Delhi, March 14 RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale said on Saturday that several divisive forces are trying to fracture the social fabric based on class and caste, and called for unity in society and the country.Paying tributes to Sant Ravidas on his 650th birth anniversary...

Today, female students and a female teacher paid tribute to Savitribai Phule on the anniversary of her death. She was the first female teacher in India and a remarkable social reformer who dedicated her life to the education of girls and the empowerment of women.In 1848, she established the...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 8 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday emphasized that women's progress is the progress of society, and this vision must guide the state's collective path forward.Extending his greetings on International Women's Day, he said Kerala honors the historic...

President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings to the citizens on the occasion of International Women's Day today. In a social media post, President Murmu said that educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation.She highlighted that as Nari Shakti continues to excel across...

Hyderabad, March 8: Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and the Chief Ministers of the Telugu states greeted women on the occasion of International Women's Day on Sunday.Nazeer conveyed his wishes to the women of Andhra Pradesh on the occasion of International Women's Day."Women in our...

New Delhi, March 8 President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday said that educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation as she extended greetings on International Women's Day.As 'Nari Shakti' continues to excel across diverse fields and lead with courage, it strengthens the...

New Delhi, March 8 President Droupadi Murmu extended her best wishes to everyone on International Women's Day and called on the citizens to create an environment where the aspirations and achievements of women shape a more equitable future.In a post on X, President Murmu said, "Warm greetings...

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the women of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of International Women's Day, which is being celebrated today. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that in his message on this occasion, the LG has said, "On the occasion of...

Amaravati, March 4 – The opposition YSR Congress Party demanded the sacking of Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu on Wednesday for his remarks in the Legislative Council targeting Chairman K. Moshenu Raju based on his religion.Leader of the opposition in the Council...

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla extended warm greetings to the people on the eve of Holi. In his message, Mr. Birla described Holi as a celebration of colors, enthusiasm, and mutual harmony. He said the festival reflects India's rich culture, traditions, and spirit of brotherhood. Mr. Birla noted...

The officers and staff of the Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, held a meeting in New Delhi today to reaffirm the Seva Sankalp. In a statement, the Ministry said that the meeting highlighted the vision that the workplace should embody the sanctity of pilgrimage...

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang Golay has condemned the recent incident involving racial discrimination against women from Arunachal Pradesh in Delhi. In a social media post, Mr. Golay described the incident as unfortunate, stating that such instances highlight the importance of...

New Delhi, February 23 – A special devotional song and cultural program was organized on Monday at the Delhi Secretariat to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sant Gadge Maharaj, an official said.The devotional songs and theatrical performances based on his life, thoughts, and social reform...

New Delhi, February 21 The Delhi government is likely to issue rules for including transgender persons under the SMILE scheme, the Garima Greh shelter homes, and the Ayushman Bharat TG Plus health coverage within the next 15 days.An official stated that the rules will provide legal...

Jaipur, February 19 Several social organizations have strongly condemned the "sexist" remarks made by BJP MLA Bahadur Singh Koli during a budget discussion in the Rajasthan Assembly and submitted a memorandum to the Speaker seeking action against him.They said that such views expressed in the...

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, inaugurated a new souvenir shop at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. The shop has been established to showcase and sell selected souvenirs, books, handmade products, and other items inspired by the life and...

Chennai, February 15 – Chief Minister M. K. Stalin cautioned against attempts to "redefine" Tamil Nadu's cultural identity and dilute the egalitarian ideals of saint-reformer Ramalinga Vallalar, asserting that the State would not allow "divisive" forces to distort his philosophy of compassion...