gender equality

Jaipur, March 8 – On the occasion of International Women's Day, celebrated globally on Sunday, Rafeek Khan, the Congress Chief Whip in the Rajasthan Assembly and MLA from the Adarsh Nagar constituency, announced a unique initiative aimed at strengthening women's participation in development...

Shillong, March 8 – Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma extended greetings on International Women’s Day, highlighting the state government’s initiatives aimed at empowering women through self-help groups (SHGs), entrepreneurship support, and farmer welfare programs.Sangma praised women...

New Delhi, March 8 Women are excelling in various fields, but many still face social stereotypes, economic inequalities, and psychological barriers, said President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday, calling for a collective effort to address the issue with sensitivity.Addressing the concluding session...

March 8, Kohima: Nagaland participated in the global observance of International Women's Day under the theme 'Rights, Justice, and Action for All Women and Girls.'At a program held in Kohima on Saturday, Minister for Environment, Forest, Climate Change and Village Guards, C. L. John, stated...

Jaipur, March 8 Congress MLA Rafiq Khan announced on Sunday that he would allocate Rs 1 crore from his MLA LAD fund for development projects in his constituency through women councillors and social workers.The announcement was made on the occasion of International Women's Day during a meeting...

March 8, Kohima: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Deputy Chief Minister Y. Patton honored the contributions of women on the occasion of International Women's Day.Mr. Rio stated that women play a vital role in strengthening communities, inspiring progress, and shaping ideas.The Chief Minister...

New Delhi, March 8. Speakers at the National Convention of Women, ‘Bharati – Nari to Narayani’, emphasised the need to promote female-led development rooted in Indian values while calling for actionable plans to empower women across the country.Speaking to IANS, Dr. Leena Rahane, a professor...

New Delhi, March 8 The concept of feminism in India, unlike its Western version, is rooted in self-development and societal responsibility rather than competition with men, said Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief V Shantha Kumari on Sunday.In an interview with

New Delhi, March 8 Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasized the need for greater institutional reforms in the judiciary to promote greater female representation in the legal field, stating that high court collegiums should consider meritorious female lawyers for judicial appointments as a...

Mumbai, March 8 Actress Sayani Gupta has demanded improvements in women's safety. The actress is known for her work in 'Inside Edge', the internationally Emmy-nominated show 'Four More Shots Please', 'Jagga Jasoos', 'Zwigato', and 'Inside Edge'.On the occasion of International Women's Day, the...

Itanagar, March 8 Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday extended warm greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day, calling for renewed commitment towards the respect, equality, and empowerment of women.In a post on X, Khandu said the day is an opportunity to...

March 08, New Delhi – President Droupadi Murmu graced and addressed an event organized by the Ministry of Women and Child Development on the occasion of International Women's Day in New Delhi. The national-level program was organized to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women...

Srinagar, March 8 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said on Sunday that his government is committed to empowering women, ensuring their safety and dignity, and providing them with equal opportunities in all aspects of life.Abdullah greeted the women on International Women's Day...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 8 – Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan extended warm greetings on the occasion of International Women’s Day, paying tribute to the historic struggles of women for equality, dignity, and justice while reaffirming the state government's commitment to strengthening...

Chennai, March 8 Political leaders and activists in Tamil Nadu extended greetings on International Women's Day on Sunday, focusing on a transition from legislative representation to actual decision-making authority.The messages underscored the central role of women in the state's...

New Delhi, March 8 President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday praised the strength and achievements of women, and urged them to realize their full potential, saying, "We are no less than anyone else."Addressing an event organized here by the Ministry of Women and Child Development to mark...

New Delhi, March 8 The Indian Women's Press Corps reaffirmed its commitment to supporting safe, equitable, and empowering spaces for women in media on the occasion of International Women's Day.In a statement, the association of women journalists said that on this day, they celebrate the...

Chandigarh, March 8 The AAP government in Punjab announced a new scheme on Sunday under which women will receive Rs 1,000 per month, except for women belonging to Scheduled Castes, who will receive Rs 1,500 per month.Providing monthly assistance of Rs 1,000 per woman was a key poll promise of...

Chennai, March 8, On the occasion of International Women's Day, Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) coordinator Seeman extended warm greetings to women around the world and reiterated his party's commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment.In a statement released, he described women as the...

Chennai, March 8 Political leaders and activists in Tamil Nadu extended greetings on International Women's Day on Sunday, focusing on the transition from legislative representation to actual decision-making authority.The messages underscored the central role of women in the state's...