women's rights

Chairperson of the National Commission for Women, Vijaya Rahatkar, has extended greetings to all women in the country on the occasion of International Women's Day.She highlighted that the country has very strong laws to ensure the safety and dignity of women and advised women to remain...

Guwahati, March 7 A feminist collective in Assam released a "manifesto" ahead of the assembly elections, urging all political parties to commit to a clear agenda for gender justice, equality, and inclusive development.The feminist manifesto represents the collective voices, concerns, and...

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...

Chennai, March 7 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin greeted women across the state on the occasion of International Women's Day, which will be celebrated on Sunday, and reaffirmed the DMK government's commitment to strengthening women's rights, welfare, and economic independence.In his...

Kohima, March 7 The National Commission for Women, in collaboration with the Nagaland State Commission for Women (NSCW), will organize district-wise "Mahila Jan Sunwai" (public hearings) across the state from March 9 to 13.Addressing a press conference here on Saturday, NSCW chairperson W...

Mumbai, March 7 The Maharashtra government will continue to implement schemes aimed at strengthening security, education, employment, and financial support for women, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar said on Saturday.She was speaking after unveiling the 'Mahila Sanman Portal' and...

Kohima, March 7 Nagaland Minister for Forests, Environment, and Climate Change, C. L. John, called for stronger collective efforts to address gender-based violence and unequal opportunities on Saturday, stating that such issues remain major barriers to women's empowerment.Speaking at the...

New Delhi, March 7 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta extended her heartfelt greetings to women across the country on the occasion of International Women’s Day, stating that the day inspires women to move forward with dignity and self-respect.Speaking to reporters, Rekha Gupta said that...

New Delhi, March 7 – Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended the National Convention of Women Thought Leaders, titled 'Bharati - Nari to Narayani', at Vigyan Bhawan on Saturday. She highlighted the growing role of women in shaping the country's future and encouraged women to pursue...

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has announced the organization of a nationwide "Mahila Jan Sunwai" (Women's Grievance Hearing) starting from March 8, 2026, as part of its flagship outreach program, "Rashtriya Mahila Aayog Aapke Dwaar" (National Women's Commission at Your Doorstep)...

New Delhi, March 6 Female railway employees can file workplace-related sexual harassment complaints through the HRMS (Human Resource Management System) application from March 8, International Women's Day.A Railway Ministry circular, dated March 5, read: "In accordance with the existing...

Shimla, March 6 Approximately 10,000 women will participate in a state-level event to celebrate International Women's Day in the Nahan area of Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district on March 8, an official said on Friday.The event, organized under the auspices of the Directorate of Women and...

New Delhi, March 6 The National Commission for Women will organize nationwide "Jan Sunwai" (public hearings) in around 500 districts between March 8 and March 14 to hear women's grievances and ensure quicker redressal, its chairperson Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar said here on Friday.Rahatkar noted...

Bengaluru, March 4 – The National Federation of Indian Women (NFIW), Karnataka unit, has urged the Congress-led government in the state to continue the re-survey of former Devadasis in a comprehensive, appropriate, and just manner.The Devadasi system is an ancient practice that is culturally...

KATHUA, March 3, 2026: In Kathua, the District Administration, in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department, organized a Walkathon to promote "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" and "Beta Beti Ek Saman" as part of the Women's Week celebrations.Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma inaugurated the...

New Delhi, March 2 Saurabh Bharadwaj, the Delhi unit president of the Aam Aadmi Party, criticised the government's decision to introduce Saheli Pink Smart Cards on Monday, alleging that this would deprive Purvanchali women of their rights.Bharadwaj alleged that since every woman living in the...

Sandeshkhali (WB), March 2 Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday criticized the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal over the law and order situation, and alleged that it was sheltering infiltrators.Addressing a 'Poriborton Yatra' rally in...

New Delhi, February 28 Rashtra Sevika Samiti general secretary Seetha Gayatri Annadanam on Saturday said that International Women's Day should be channeled in a constructive direction based on Indian cultural values.Asked how the nearly 90-year-old organization views International Women's Day...

Aizawl, February 27 Mizoram's largest women's organization urged the state government on Friday to withdraw the amendment bill on marriage and inheritance of property, claiming that the legislation is potentially unsafe for Mizo women.The Mizo Marriage and Inheritance of Property (Amendment)...

Agartala, February 27 The Tripura Cabinet approved a proposal to implement the Centre's 'Nari Adalat' scheme on a pilot basis in 10 gram panchayats across the state, a minister said on Friday.Transport and Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury said the decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting...