self-help groups

Assam CM distributes cheques to women entrepreneurs in JalukbariAssam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma today distributed cheques of ₹10,000 each to women entrepreneurs under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan (MMUA) in the Jalukbari Assembly constituency.The programme was held at...

Gandhinagar, March 12: Permanent retail spaces dedicated to indigenous products will be set up in four major Gujarat cities under a state initiative aimed at expanding markets for local artisans, self-help groups, and small traders.On Thursday, the state government announced that ‘Namo...

Sirmaur (Himachal Pradesh), March 11: Women from self-help groups in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh are making remarkable progress towards financial independence by producing and selling a variety of handmade products.This initiative, which combines skill development with government...

New Delhi, March 11 Members of the opposition in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday criticised the government over various issues, such as rural unemployment, rising LPG prices, digital access, and the replacement of MGNREGA with the VB-GRAM G scheme.Participating in a discussion on the working of...

New Delhi, March 11 Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur highlighted India's progress towards women-led development and reaffirmed the country's commitment to advancing gender equality and strengthening access to justice at a United Nations event in New York...

New Delhi, March 11 – President Droupadi Murmu, who attended the 'Jal Mahotsav 2026' here on Wednesday, emphasized the importance of water conservation and community participation in ensuring sustainable water management across the country.In her address, the President stated that in India...

President Droupadi Murmu attended the Jal Mahotsav 2026 event in New Delhi today. Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil, along with Ministers of State V. Somanna and Raj Bhushan Choudhary, were also present at the event. Speaking at the event, the President emphasized that water conservation...

New Delhi, March 10 Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murty suggested on Tuesday that personality development and language courses should be provided to people living in rural areas of the country.Participating in a discussion on the working of the Rural Development Ministry in the Upper House, she...

Mumbai, March 10 In a major move to support working women, Maharashtra’s first woman Deputy Chief Minister, Sunetra Ajit Pawar, announced a new ‘Come Early-Go Early’ policy for female government employees in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) on Tuesday.The announcement was made in the...

Mumbai, March 10 Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar announced on Tuesday a flexible work time initiative for women state government employees working under the jurisdiction of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).Pawar said that under the "Come Early, Go Early" initiative...

Imphal, March 9 The Manipur government has allocated Rs 734 crore in the 2026-27 budget for the rehabilitation and resettlement of internally displaced persons (IDPs), Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh said on Monday.Presenting the budget estimates in the assembly, Singh said the allocation is...

Ranchi, March 9 The 'State Handloom and Saras Fair 2026' began at Morabadi Ground here on Monday and will continue until March 20, officials said.It was jointly inaugurated by Jharkhand labour, employment, training and skill development minister Sanjay Prasad Yadav and rural development and...

New Delhi, March 9 Reliance Retail, the country's largest retailer, announced on Monday that it had acquired Pahadi Local, a beauty and wellness brand known for its nature-inspired, Himalayan-themed formulations, for an undisclosed amount.The company has also acquired the business from Pahadi...

The Pulwama District Administration and the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) marked International Women's Day as "Nari Neer Shakti Divas," highlighting women's role in water governance and promoting women-led enterprises.March 09, Srinagar: The Pulwama District Administration, in collaboration with...

In Jaipur, Rajasthan, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma emphasized on Sunday that women are the cornerstone of society, and their empowerment is crucial for the nation's progress and development.He called for greater awareness regarding women's rights, respect, and equal opportunities on...

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...

District Administration hosts Mission YUVA mela in Ganderbal, women entrepreneurs and SHGs showcase products, DC distributes support kits and promotes enterprise and livelihood initiativesMarch 08, Ganderbal: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the District Administration Ganderbal...

Jaipur, March 8 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Sunday that women are the backbone of society, and their empowerment is essential for the progress of the country. He emphasized the need to prioritize education, health, and self-reliance for women.Addressing a state-level...

New Delhi, March 8 – Leaders across the country on Sunday lauded the growing contributions of women in various sectors on International Women's Day, a day also marked by announcements by state governments focused on financial assistance for women.President Droupadi Murmu urged women to realize...

Shillong, March 8 Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma extended greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day and highlighted the role of self-help groups and entrepreneurship in women's empowerment in the state.Sangma said that women's empowerment in Meghalaya means ensuring that...