women empowerment

Guwahati, March 10 – In one of the largest-ever Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Tuesday the disbursement of ₹9,000 each to 40 lakh beneficiary families under the Orunodoi Scheme 3.0.A total of ₹9,000 was deposited into the bank...

Assam Chief Minister launches Orunodoi 3.0Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma formally launched the third edition of the Orunodoi scheme today, which provided financial assistance to nearly 40 lakh women across the state, ensuring wider support for those in need.Under the...

Guwahati, March 10 Forty lakh families in Assam received Rs 9,000 each on Tuesday under the state government's flagship 'Orunodoi' scheme, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasizing that the amount paid into the bank accounts of female beneficiaries was a reflection of the regime's...

In Imphal, Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh announced a new scheme aimed at empowering women through Self Help Groups (SHGs) during the budget presentation on Monday. This scheme is expected to benefit around 3.5 lakh women across the state.Presenting the budget, the Chief...

As part of the celebrations of International Women's Day, a special train, the Guntur-Rayagada Express, was operated by a fully female crew from Visakhapatnam to Rayagada, showcasing the increasing involvement and leadership of women in railway operations. The train was launched from...

New Delhi, March 9 – Kisan Trust organized the ‘Aparajita Samman Samaroh 2026’ on the occasion of International Women’s Day, bringing together policymakers, experts, and women achievers to discuss empowerment and recognize the courage and achievements of women, including acid attack survivors...

Women sanitation workers were honored on International Women's Day in Haflong.International Women's Day was observed in Haflong, in the Dima Hasao district of Assam, along with the rest of the country, on Sunday.On this occasion, Haflong Municipal Board Chairperson Ripa Hojai felicitated the...

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...

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...

Hyderabad, March 8 Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said on Sunday that the state government plans to soon distribute electric scooters to female students studying in colleges.Addressing the Women’s Day celebrations here, the Chief Minister said: "It may not be possible this financial...

On Sunday, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy stated that the state government plans to enact a law to regulate social media.He noted that the issue would be discussed during the upcoming Assembly session, and a platform will be created to curb false propaganda on social media...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several development projects worth approximately ₹33,500 crore in New Delhi today.Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Modi stated that the facilities and infrastructure in the national capital are being steadily strengthened...

New Delhi, March 8 – On Sunday, prominent women business leaders and professionals from various fields praised the national convention of women thought leaders, titled "Bharati – Nari to Narayani," stating that the platform has brought together women from different communities and sectors to...

Amritsar, March 8 – As International Women's Day celebrates the achievements and progress of women and girls across various fields, there are numerous stories of celebration and transformation emerging from rural areas that often go unnoticed.Gurdeep Kaur, a woman from Sri Anandpur Sahib in...

Lucknow (UP), March 8 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the mobile application of the Rozgar Sangam portal and distributed appointment letters to newly selected 'sevikas' at a programme organized on the occasion of International Women's Day.The 'Pink Rozgar Mahakumbh 2026'...

International Women's Day is being observed today. The theme this year is "Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls." It emphasizes the need to strengthen women's rights, ensure access to justice, and accelerate action towards gender equality worldwide.To mark the occasion, various...

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the true prosperity and progress of any nation are reflected in the advancement, education, and empowerment of its women.Addressing the National Conference of Women Thinkers on the theme 'Bharati – Nari Se Narayani', organized in New Delhi today...

Ludhiana, March 7 Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann called on women to take on a leading role in shaping Punjab's future on Saturday, asserting that the state cannot become a leader among states without their participation in governance, the economy, and politics.On the occasion of a state-level...

New Delhi, March 7 Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Chetan Sharma said on Saturday that women are destined to hold prominent positions in the "Viksit Bharat" mission as India undergoes rapid transformation and society is blessed with many fearless women.Speaking at a full-day conference on...

New Delhi, March 7 On the eve of International Women's Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Saturday that an empowered woman is the strongest foundation of a prosperous society and a developed India.The Chief Minister also travelled on a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus with the...