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Women Scientists Shine Bright in Narendra Modi`s Era In an epoch-defining moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi christened the lunar landing site of Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander as 'Shiv Shakti,' a tribute to the collective strength of both male and female scientists who spearheaded India's historic lunar mission. This appellation symbolises a landmark move towards recognizing the crucial contribution of women in scientific pursuits. During his interaction with over 120 women scientists at the In...
Women Scientists Shine Bright in Narendra Modi`s Era
Women Scientists Shine Bright in Narendra Modi`s Era
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1/09/2023 5:51:22 PM
Beyond Key implements Comprehensive POSH Training Program to Foster a Safe Workplace for women Beyond Key, a global IT consulting and software services company, has announced the implementation of the diversified programme, POSH Training at Workplace. In accordance with regulatory obligations, this initiative highlights Beyond Key's commitment to upholding a reverent and secure environment for all of its team members. This extensive programme aims to develop a culture of inclusion and a supportive environment that empowers its female employees while promoting a harassment-free work...
Beyond Key implements Comprehensive POSH Training Program to Foster a Safe Workplace for women
Beyond Key implements Comprehensive POSH Training Program to Foster a Safe Workplace for women
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23/08/2023 4:50:37 PM
Pvr Nest and Reckitt Launch `GARIMA SHAKTI` As a Catalyst For Transformative Change Of Women PVR NEST, the CSR arm of PVR INOX Limited, the largest and the most premium cinema exhibitor in India and Reckitt have come forward to launch its most progressive program, ‘Garima Shakti’ centered on women becoming effective agents of change in their community interventions. The program economically empowers women through training in essential skills to become self-reliant. The ‘Star Cast’ of Ghoomer, a movie about resilience and...
Pvr Nest and Reckitt Launch `GARIMA SHAKTI` As a Catalyst For Transformative Change Of Women
Pvr Nest and Reckitt Launch `GARIMA SHAKTI` As a Catalyst For Transformative Change Of Women
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16/08/2023 5:40:43 PM
Women`s indispensable role in the handloom industry "Handloom weaving has emerged as a powerful catalyst for women's economic empowerment, especially in rural and marginalised communities in India. The long-standing traditions provide a dignified opportunity for women to improve not only their economic status but also contribute to their overall empowerment and social standing in their communities," says Shweta Rawat, chairperson and founder of The Hans Foundation. In India, handloom weaving dates back to the 18th century. It ...
Women`s indispensable role in the handloom industry
Women`s indispensable role in the handloom industry
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8/08/2023 2:37:33 PM
ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023: Celebrating women inspiring change The EconomicTimes.com is all set to host the fourth edition of the ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023 (ETPWLA 2023) this week in Mumbai. Esteemed personalities will convene at the awards night to felicitate 19 women leaders as a recognition of their achievements in turning sectoral challenges into opportunities, championing diversity and inclusion, and reshaping the lens of women in leadership.The prestigious event will mark the culmination of a six-month-long extensive selection prog...
ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023: Celebrating women inspiring change
ET Prime Women Leadership Awards 2023: Celebrating women inspiring change
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4/08/2023 2:14:51 PM
Around 15% of unicorn startups have at least one woman founder, says PM Narendra Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that in India around 15 per cent of unicorn startups have at least one woman founder. "In India, about 15 per cent of unicorn startups have at least one woman founder. Our goal should be to create a level platform where women achievers become the norm. At the same time, we need to ensure that the burden of care and domestic work is appropriately addressed," PM Modi said in his virtual address at the G20 ministerial conference on wome...
Around 15% of unicorn startups have at least one woman founder, says PM Narendra Modi
Around 15% of unicorn startups have at least one woman founder, says PM Narendra Modi
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2/08/2023 2:09:41 PM
Why intake of fibre during pregnancy is important for baby Low fibre intake during pregnancy may delay development in baby's brains, according to a research. Certain nutrients -- including dietary fibre, vitamin C, and folic acid --  are often consumed in too small amounts. Previous research has shown that during pregnancy these nutrients are essential for the development of offspring.   The new study, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, found that neurodevelopmental delays correlated with the amount of dietary fibre expectant mo...
Why intake of fibre during pregnancy is important for baby
Why intake of fibre during pregnancy is important for baby
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30/07/2023 5:17:01 PM
Hairdressers, beauticians, accountants at high ovarian cancer risk Women working as hairdressers, beauticians, and accountants could be at a heightened risk of developing ovarian cancer --  the 8th most common cancer in women worldwide, finds an alarming study. The study, published online in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine, was conducted on 1,388 women aged 18-79, of which 491 had epithelial ovarian cancer and 897 didn’t have. Researchers from the University of Montreal in Canada calculated participants’ exposure ...
Hairdressers, beauticians, accountants at high ovarian cancer risk
Hairdressers, beauticians, accountants at high ovarian cancer risk
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11/07/2023 5:31:35 PM
Women power  A path breaking female employment programme started by Obeetee in 2015 in Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh has officially recorded over a whopping 400 percent increase in female labour participation - making it a poster scheme for financial freedom and self reliance among women in India.   In just 7 years, over 1800 women from the villages of Mirzapur have fought societal hurdles and age-old patriarchal practices to come forward and become master craftsmen, weaving the most spectacular...
Women power
Women power
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2/07/2023 5:52:07 PM
Empowering Rural Women Entrepreneurs: Enhancing Financial Well-being with FIA Global FIA Global, a woman-led organisation offers a comprehensive range of sachet financial services through its state-of-the-art fintech platform that is powered by artificial intelligence (AI). These services are designed for women and women-owned businesses and other financially excluded populations who live or work in underserved geographies and economically backward areas in India. FIA Global uses its deep-tech expertise, including investments in AI and developing AI skillsets; in...
Empowering Rural Women Entrepreneurs: Enhancing Financial Well-being with FIA Global
Empowering Rural Women Entrepreneurs: Enhancing Financial Well-being with FIA Global
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27/06/2023 9:17:08 AM
What women need to know about bone health Bones are a crucial element for the human body's musculoskeletal system along with ligaments, muscles, tendons, and soft tissues. They perform a variety of functions ranging from providing a structural foundation, enabling movements, storing minerals, protecting organs, as well as serving as a medium for the production of blood cells. According to World Health Organisation figures, around 30 per cent of postmenopausal suffer from osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and br...
What women need to know about bone health
What women need to know about bone health
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19/06/2023 1:43:58 PM
Study explains why women are underrepresented in high-paying jobs Women are less willing to take risks than men because they are more sensitive to the pain of any losses they might incur than any gains they might make, new research shows. The study also finds that men are 'significantly' more optimistic than women, making them more willing to take risks. The findings, published in the British Journal of Psychology, showed that women report a lower willingness to take risks than men with 53 per cent of this gap accounted for by the higher level...
Study explains why women are underrepresented in high-paying jobs
Study explains why women are underrepresented in high-paying jobs
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11/06/2023 1:06:52 PM
Jan Dhan scheme speedily narrows banking gap in India, empowers women India has dealt with the problem of unbanked adults effectively as it has managed to get opened over 489.3 million new banking accounts in the past eight to nine years. Interestingly, 56 per cent of these beneficiaries are women while 67 per cent are from rural and semi-urban areas. The scheme, named PM Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), has helped the Government of India make inroads in rural areas and bring underprivileged sections of society under the banking net. The PMJDY was launched in Sep...
Jan Dhan scheme speedily narrows banking gap in India, empowers women
Jan Dhan scheme speedily narrows banking gap in India, empowers women
Source: IANS
18/05/2023 9:32:20 AM
Bandhan Bank celebrates Mother`s Day with a heart-warming social media video Bandhan Bank, one of the fastest-growing banks in the country, has rolled out a celebratory Mother's Day campaign to showcase a new perspective on mothers of all ages. The bond between a mother and child starts when the child is in the womb and lasts for a lifetime, irrespective of age. The campaign reflects how, no matter what the age is, a daughter or son forever remains a ‘child’ for the mother. This unbreakable bond is a testament to the incredible power of a mother's ...
Bandhan Bank celebrates Mother`s Day with a heart-warming social media video
Bandhan Bank celebrates Mother`s Day with a heart-warming social media video
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13/05/2023 3:31:27 PM
Mother`s Day getaways handpicked for your super- mom This Mother's Day, are you considering surprising your mother with something special? Give her something she can enjoy with you so you may make some special moments together. With a well-thought-out getaway that you can both enjoy and tick off her bucket list, surprise your super-mom. Whether your mother loves an adrenaline thrill or some downtime at the spa, a walk in the mountains or an authentic culinary experience, Booking.com has put together a list of events that are sure to make he...
Mother`s Day getaways handpicked for your super- mom
Mother`s Day getaways handpicked for your super- mom
Source: IANS
13/05/2023 11:35:30 AM
UGRO Capital Celebrates Mothers Day with Women Entrepreneurs The growing number of women business owners in India gives the economy a significant boost. Women's increased participation in the workforce has created jobs and helped millions of families lead a better life. Over 20% of women in India are the owners of MSME businesses, which are regarded as the foundation of the economy. They make up more than 23% of the work market, and U GRO Capital, a Data-Tech NBFC supports these MSMEs to reach their full potential with customized credit solutions a...
UGRO Capital Celebrates Mothers Day with Women Entrepreneurs
UGRO Capital Celebrates Mothers Day with Women Entrepreneurs
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13/05/2023 10:30:00 AM
A relaxing Mother's Day getaway Nothing compares to travelling the world with the people you love! Take your mother on an adventure you both will never forget this Mother's Day. OneLatitude's co-founders Bharat Seth and Simran give their picks for the best road trips for mothers and daughters to do together. Ladakh & Zanskar, India The rugged terrain of Ladakh is famous the world over and is sure to bring out the adventurous side of anyone! Club this with the untouched Zanskar valley and it's a trip...
A relaxing Mother's Day getaway
A relaxing Mother's Day getaway
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9/05/2023 4:05:28 PM
Frizzy hair? No problem Bhavin Bheda, the business manager for Cadiveu Professional, understands that having frizzy hair may be a tremendous pain, especially in the morning. But don't panic, there are plenty of simple hairstyles you can try to manage your frizz and look great even on the busiest of mornings. The Messy Bun: This classic hairstyle is perfect for frizzy hair as it allows you to embrace your natural texture. Simply gather your hair into a loose bun and secure it with a hair tie. The Low Ponyta...
Frizzy hair? No problem
Frizzy hair? No problem
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7/05/2023 5:54:02 PM
Only women contingents to be part of 2024 Republic Day parade: Defence Ministry In an effort to encourage female participation in various sectors, the government has decided that the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path will see participation only by women in march pasts, tableaux and other performances. The Defence Ministry, in this regard, has written a letter to the armed forces and other government departments associated with the parade, stating that the marching contingents, military bands accompanying the marching contingents and tableaux will have only women pa...
Only women contingents to be part of 2024 Republic Day parade: Defence Ministry
Only women contingents to be part of 2024 Republic Day parade: Defence Ministry
Source: IANS
7/05/2023 9:44:55 AM
Delhi working women`s financial habits revealed Nearly half of the working women in Delhi (47 per cent) find it difficult to keep a regular track of their expenses, while more than 1/3rd (37 per cent) of working women are either not aware or have never been able to check their credit score. These are a few of the findings of the 5th edition of the #WorkingStree survey report released by IndiaLends, an online marketplace for personal loans and credit cards. The #WorkingStree report further reveals that women in Delhi have a unique app...
Delhi working women`s financial habits revealed
Delhi working women`s financial habits revealed
Source: IANS
5/05/2023 5:14:25 PM
Protecting mental health while pregnant Pregnancy is a life-changing experience for women, as they prepare to bring a new life into the world. It is a time of great joy and anticipation, but it can also be a time of stress and anxiety. Mental health issues are common during pregnancy, and it is essential to take care of your mental health to ensure a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. Mental health issues during pregnancy can take many forms, including depression, anxiety, and stress. These issues can be caused by a variet...
Protecting mental health while pregnant
Protecting mental health while pregnant
Source: IANS
4/05/2023 5:57:37 PM
Google`s 2nd startups accelerator programme to empower women founders in India Google on Tuesday announced the second edition of its 'Startups Accelerator: Women Founders' to enable women entrepreneurs in India who are using technology to solve complex problems and are making a positive impact on society. The three-month programme includes mentorship, workshops, access to resources and networks for startups from across all sectors, including but not limited to healthcare, education, finance, and e-commerce. "The programme includes specific modules to ...
Google`s 2nd startups accelerator programme to empower women founders in India
Google`s 2nd startups accelerator programme to empower women founders in India
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2/05/2023 5:59:09 PM
HerKey secures $4 mn funding from Kalaari, 360 ONE Asset to create more inclusive workforce for women in India HerKey, the leading career engagement platform for women in India, has announced a $4 million funding round from Kalaari, 360 ONE Asset, earlier known as IIFL Asset Management (IIFL AMC), and angel investors, including Zia Mody, Puneet Dalmia, Pramit Jhaveri, Aditi & Shuchi Kothari, KP Balaraj, Ranjan Pai, Neeraj Bajaj, Akash Bhansali and others. Formerly known as JobsForHer, HerKey has transformed into a career engagement platform that unlocks opportunities, learning, and communities ...
HerKey secures $4 mn funding from Kalaari, 360 ONE Asset to create more inclusive workforce for women in India
HerKey secures $4 mn funding from Kalaari, 360 ONE Asset to create more inclusive workforce for women in India
Source: IANS
26/04/2023 1:44:12 PM
Empowering women in food and agriculture untapped source of growth: FAO  Improving access to knowledge and resources for women working in the food and agriculture sectors can boost global growth and contribute to feeding millions, according to a new report released by the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Entitled the "Status of Women in Agrifood Systems", the report released on Thursday says that gender inequalities like less pay and limited access to education for women account for a 24 per cent gap in productivity between women and ...
Empowering women in food and agriculture untapped source of growth: FAO
Empowering women in food and agriculture untapped source of growth: FAO
Source: IANS
14/04/2023 12:46:24 PM
100% exemption in stamp duty for women entrepreneurs in Uttar Pradesh The Uttar Pradesh government has notified 100 per cent exemption in stamp duty to those developing private industrial parks under the Promoting Leadership and Enterprise for Development of Growth Engine (PLEDGE) scheme and the women entrepreneurs buying or taking on lease the industrial land in the parks developed under the scheme. Principal secretary, stamps and registration, Leena Johri issued an order in this regard. As per the order, the exemption in the stamp duty would be 100 per ...
100% exemption in stamp duty for women entrepreneurs in Uttar Pradesh
100% exemption in stamp duty for women entrepreneurs in Uttar Pradesh
Source: IANS
14/04/2023 9:23:47 AM
Align with government's vision to keep women, youth safe from online harm: Smriti Irani to Meta Companies like Meta (formerly Facebook) should align with the central government's vision to keep people, especially women and youth, safe online across cities and towns in India, Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smriti Irani said on Monday. Addressing the 'Digital Suraksha Summit' organised by Meta, the Minister also urged Meta to come forward and partner with the government agencies directly and responsibly on issues of women and child safety and mental health. ...
Align with government's vision to keep women, youth safe from online harm: Smriti Irani to Meta
Align with government's vision to keep women, youth safe from online harm: Smriti Irani to Meta
Source: IANS
10/04/2023 5:30:37 PM
Bookmark these six flattering hairstyles for your next beach vacation From the runways of fashion week, we bring to you the top hairstyles from the Dyson X Arpita Mehta show. A hair-raising soiree, the styles showcased at the show were inspired by a relaxed and lazy travel holiday. The effortless styling of the mane blended beautifully with the creative silhouettes, making them look easily achievable using the Dyson Hairstyling tools. Shanaya Kapoor's Soft Waves Shanaya Kapoor's soft waves stole everyone's attention at the Dyson X Arpita Mehta...
Bookmark these six flattering hairstyles for your next beach vacation
Bookmark these six flattering hairstyles for your next beach vacation
Source: IANS
7/04/2023 11:46:54 AM
PM Narendra Modi describes launch of Mahila Samman Bachat Patra as example of women empowerment Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the Centre is committed towards women empowerment, and described the implementation of a new savings scheme for women "Mahila Samman Bachat Patra" as an example of this. "Our government is committed towards the respect and empowerment of women and Mahila Samman Bachat Patra launched by India Post is the best example of this," he tweeted. He also tagged a tweet by India Post announcing the scheme's implementation fr...
PM Narendra Modi describes launch of Mahila Samman Bachat Patra as example of women empowerment
PM Narendra Modi describes launch of Mahila Samman Bachat Patra as example of women empowerment
Source: IANS
3/04/2023 2:11:43 PM
Zynga India Spearheads Tech Meetup Following International Women`s Day to EmbraceEquity Zynga Inc., a wholly-owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO) and a global leader in interactive entertainment, organized a one-of-a-kind ‘Tech Meetup’ for mid-senior women in the gaming industry as part of the 2023 Women’s Day Celebration initiatives. The event, which took place in Zynga’s India office, brought together women that are passionate about working in the gaming and technology industry and to address the current state of gender equity. ...
Zynga India Spearheads Tech Meetup Following International Women`s Day to EmbraceEquity
Zynga India Spearheads Tech Meetup Following International Women`s Day to EmbraceEquity
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28/03/2023 3:59:53 PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to woman power in `Mann Ki Baat` Prime minister Narendra Modi on Sunday in his monthly radio broadcast 'Mann Ki Baat' paid tribute to woman power. "This is the time of Navratri, the time to worship Shakti. Today, the potential of India which is emerging from a new perspective, our woman power has a very big role in it. Recently, many such examples have emerged before us. You must have seen Asia's first female loco pilot Surekha Yadav on social media. Surekha ji, setting another record, has also become the...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to woman power in `Mann Ki Baat`
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to woman power in `Mann Ki Baat`
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26/03/2023 1:26:55 PM
Vastu Housing Finance Corporation partners with Dhriiti to felicitate entrepreneurs with the WOMEN MICROPRENEUR AWARD 2023 As a part of its ‘Oonchee Udaan’ initiative, Vastu Housing Finance Corporation partnered with Dhriiti, an NGO, to felicitate 50 women with the WOMEN MICROPRENEUR AWARD 2023 in New Delhi today. The awards ceremony celebrated the strength and resilience of women from low-income communities who have become entrepreneurs against all odds.   These women micropreneurs run various businesses, ranging from makeshift kirana shops, and tailoring to food carts to tu...
Vastu Housing Finance Corporation partners with Dhriiti to felicitate entrepreneurs with the WOMEN MICROPRENEUR AWARD 2023
Vastu Housing Finance Corporation partners with Dhriiti to felicitate entrepreneurs with the WOMEN MICROPRENEUR AWARD 2023
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25/03/2023 12:20:25 PM
Shriram Finance Amplifies the Power of Women Through its Women of Shriram Campaign Shriram Finance has launched a campaign that pays tribute to its women employees. Under its #WomenofShriram campaign, it has released a series of videos where women employees share their experiences at Shriram Finance and talk about how the organisation has helped and supported them. Mr. YS Chakravarti, MD & CEO, Shriram Finance elaborated on the campaign, “Rather than merely observing one day as International Women’s Day, Shriram Finance is paying tribute to women ass...
Shriram Finance Amplifies the Power of Women Through its Women of Shriram Campaign
Shriram Finance Amplifies the Power of Women Through its Women of Shriram Campaign
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24/03/2023 2:23:24 PM
Uttar Pradesh women entrepreneurs to get 100% rebate in stamp duty The Uttar Pradesh government will be offering incentives to women entrepreneurs who get into manufacturing in the state. This will be a major push for Mission Shakti. The micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) coming up in Purvanchal and Bundelkhand regions of UP will be eligible for 100 per cent exemption on stamp duty. Releasing the key exemptions being offered under the UP MSME Promotion Policy 2022, the government has announced that the state has been divided into five regio...
Uttar Pradesh women entrepreneurs to get 100% rebate in stamp duty
Uttar Pradesh women entrepreneurs to get 100% rebate in stamp duty
Source: IANS
23/03/2023 1:52:13 PM
Experts train women farmers in growing aromatic plants  CSIR-CIMAP scientists are training women farmers for cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants. At a four-day workshop, scientists explained in detail about the cultivation of aromatic and medicinal plants and their products, inspiring women farmers to do collective farming. According to an official release, Dr Deepak from CSIR-CIMAP informed the women farmers about the use of medicinal plants like Bhringraj, Mandukaparni, Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Tulsi, Chamomile and also discusse...
Experts train women farmers in growing aromatic plants
Experts train women farmers in growing aromatic plants
Source: IANS
21/03/2023 3:02:08 PM
Investors expect to retire 3 years earlier than noninvestors, YouGov-ADDX survey finds A survey commissioned by SGX-backed private market exchange ADDX, carried out by global market research firm YouGov, has found that people who invest their wealth expect to retire 3 years earlier than non-investors on average.  Some key findings of the survey:  * The average expected retirement age is 62.1 among non-investors and 59.2 among investors. For those who invest in the private markets, the average expected retirement age is lower still, at 53.5. * Just 1...
Investors expect to retire 3 years earlier than noninvestors, YouGov-ADDX survey finds
Investors expect to retire 3 years earlier than noninvestors, YouGov-ADDX survey finds
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21/03/2023 12:51:00 PM
Women influencers unlocking potential Seeing tenacious, gifted women thrive in their own industries is very empowering. Female influencers are demonstrating to the next generation that they can achieve new heights regardless of their gender or background through motivating postings and tales. "All around us, we are witnessing these amazing women use their voices and platforms to share stories of resilience, creativity, and ambition. From entrepreneurs to activists to athletes and beyond, they are setting a great example f...
Women influencers unlocking potential
Women influencers unlocking potential
Source: IANS
20/03/2023 12:49:16 PM
Women have to compromise between career, relationship and family reveals survey Women and men in India are improving in equality, but women are still way behind men, reveal findings by Bumble, the women-first dating and social networking app, in their annual State of the Nation report. Based on a survey of approximately 2500 Indians (18+) around the current state of equality within dating and relationships, careers, gender, finances and more, findings support a "reality gap", highlighting a difference in what people surveyed think and believe vs. what is exp...
Women have to compromise between career, relationship and family reveals survey
Women have to compromise between career, relationship and family reveals survey
Source: IANS
19/03/2023 9:49:25 AM
Financial Needs and Preferences of Women Women in India are at the forefront of various fields, right from education, politics, and business to sports and entertainment. They are continuing to break the barriers of societal norms and stereotypes, and their contributions are critical to the growth and development of the country. However, despite the significant progress made, there is still a gap in financial equity - an aspect essential to achieving gender equality. While India has made significant strides in bridging the gender ...
Financial Needs and Preferences of Women
Financial Needs and Preferences of Women
Source: IANS
18/03/2023 11:37:07 AM
I`m not tech-elite but a mom who needs to pay salaries: Startup founder As we keep hearing sobbing stories about tech employees losing their high-earning jobs for several months, it is now the turn of startup founders who are in a fix after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Lindsey Michaelides, Founder and CEO at human-led, tech-enabled service provider Strongsuit, posted her ordeal on Twitter, saying the collapse of SVB might look like a 1 per cent problem that only affects the "coastal tech elites" but this "impacts small businesses m...
I`m not tech-elite but a mom who needs to pay salaries: Startup founder
I`m not tech-elite but a mom who needs to pay salaries: Startup founder
Source: IANS
12/03/2023 2:51:20 PM
WPL 2023: We need to bounce back quickly, says Delhi Capitals` captain Meg Lanning The Delhi Capitals faced their first loss in the ongoing Women's Premier League 2023 after they went down by eight wickets against Mumbai Indians and captain Meg Lanning feels her side needs to bounce back quickly in the tournament. On Thursday night at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, the Delhi Capitals were all out for 105 before the Mumbai Indians chased down their target in 15 overs with two wickets in hand. "We were in a decent position at one point of our batting innings, ...
WPL 2023: We need to bounce back quickly, says Delhi Capitals` captain Meg Lanning
WPL 2023: We need to bounce back quickly, says Delhi Capitals` captain Meg Lanning
Source: IANS
10/03/2023 6:04:05 PM
Budget to give new momentum to women-led development: Prime Minister Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that this year's budget will give a new momentum to the efforts of women-led development. Addressing a post-budget webinar on "Economic Empowerment of Women", he said that the "country is seeing this year's budget as an auspicious beginning for achieving the target of a developed nation by 2047". "The results of efforts for women empowerment are visible and we are feeling a revolutionary change in the social li...
Budget to give new momentum to women-led development: Prime Minister
Budget to give new momentum to women-led development: Prime Minister
Source: IANS
10/03/2023 11:55:15 AM
Maharashtra plans big benefits to girl child; focus on health, financial security of women Maharashtra will implement a string of measures for the health, financial security of the girl child and women, and others, said Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Devendra Fadnavis tabling the state Budget 2023-2024, here on Thursday. In the 'Lek Ladki' scheme, a girl born to a family holding yellow or orange ration cards will get grants at birth, in school Std. I, VI and XI, and Rs 75,000 on attaining the age of 18. Women will be given 50 per cent discount on ST bus ti...
Maharashtra plans big benefits to girl child; focus on health, financial security of women
Maharashtra plans big benefits to girl child; focus on health, financial security of women
Source: IANS
10/03/2023 9:12:19 AM
`Telangana on a mission to emerge as women entrepreneurs` hub` The government of Telangana is on a mission to make the state a women entrepreneurs' hub, Industries Minister K.T. Rama Rao said on Wednesday. Rao said the upcoming launch of a single window mechanism and targeted interventions will provide a professional identity for women entrepreneurs and enable them to scale their businesses, creating more employment opportunities in Tier 2 and 3 cities. The minister was speaking at an event organised to mark the fifth anniversary of 'WE HUB...
`Telangana on a mission to emerge as women entrepreneurs` hub`
`Telangana on a mission to emerge as women entrepreneurs` hub`
Source: IANS
9/03/2023 9:31:24 AM
W for Women, Workout, and Wellbeing! Gone are the days when women wanted to be frail and petite. There have been various stereotypes associated with women's fitness - women shouldn't lift heavy weights, women shouldn't do very high intensity workouts, women shouldn't focus on building muscle - so on and so forth. However, all of these stereotypes are being broken many times in the recent past and women are embracing workouts now more than ever. Women's health and fitness are essential for several reasons. ...
W for Women, Workout, and Wellbeing!
W for Women, Workout, and Wellbeing!
Source: IANS
8/03/2023 4:36:13 PM
How women in tech can break the bias Although there has been significant progress, cultural and societal norms still hurt the proportion of women in leadership roles. Less representation at the board and executive levels create unique challenges for women. This is accentuated in the tech industry, where there have historically been substantially fewer women in positions of high management. As per reports, 50 per cent of women working in STEM fields report workplace discrimination. If the search is limited to women who work in co...
How women in tech can break the bias
How women in tech can break the bias
Source: IANS
8/03/2023 4:33:51 PM
10 women-focused audiobooks and podcasts Everyone will unavoidably take stock of women's accomplishments and advancement in social, economic, and artistic spheres as Women's Day draws near. The media industry has made progress in portraying strong female characters and women's depiction, even though there is still work to be done for gender equality. We've selected 10 must-listen audiobooks from Audible's selection of female-centric and women-led audiobooks, episodes, and podcasts for you. This International W...
10 women-focused audiobooks and podcasts
10 women-focused audiobooks and podcasts
Source: IANS
8/03/2023 4:24:30 PM
Shriram General Insurance opens two branches fully staffed with women On the world International Day for Women, private non-life insurer Shriram General Insurance Company unveiled two exclusive branches managed by women. According to Shriram General Insurance, the branches are located in Ludhiana and Jaipur and will be staffed by women-from Branch Manager to support staff. The company said it plans to replicate the same model nationwide going forward.
Shriram General Insurance opens two branches fully staffed with women
Shriram General Insurance opens two branches fully staffed with women
Source: IANS
8/03/2023 4:17:46 PM
International Women`s Day : Salutations to Indian Women leading the change! Says Mrs Deena Mehta, MD, ACMIIL Indian Women have been playing a pivotal role in the making of today’s India. Women have always played a crucial role in the growth of the economy and have made a substantial impact and achieved success across sectors. In fact, on this momentous occasion of International Women's Day , the dynamic women from all  walks of life whether a housewife or a working professional must be saluted for their immense and selfless contribution not only to society and the country but als...
International Women`s Day : Salutations to Indian Women leading the change! Says Mrs Deena Mehta, MD, ACMIIL
International Women`s Day : Salutations to Indian Women leading the change! Says Mrs Deena Mehta, MD, ACMIIL
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8/03/2023 1:43:21 PM