Puri, March 8 (IANS) In celebration of International Women’s Day, renowned sand artist Manas Kumar Sahoo created a unique sand animation in Puri on Sunday. This artwork, which took about 10 minutes to complete, beautifully conveyed the message of women’s empowerment, equality, and world peace. The sand animation highlighted inspiring examples of women’s strength and achievements, portraying some of India’s most admired female personalities. Through his creative work, Sahoo sought to reco…
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New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended best wishes to everyone on International Women’s Day and called on the countrymen to create an environment where the aspirations and achievements of women shape a more equitable future. In a post on X, President Murmu said, “Warm greetings to all on International Women’s Day! Educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation. As Nari Shakti continues to excel across diverse fields and lead with courage, it s…
Bengaluru, March 7 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday extended his greetings to women across the state on the occasion of International Women’s Day and reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening women’s empowerment through various welfare initiatives.In a message to the people of the state, the Chief Minister conveyed his wishes to all women, including mothers, sisters and daughters. He said the purpose of International Women’s Day is to create awareness …
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday 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 International Women’s Day is an important occasion to recognise the strength, achievements, and contributions of women in society.“On the occasion of International Women’s Day, I extend …
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) India’s largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) on Saturday launched a $500 million (about Rs 4,597 crore) ‘Syndicated Social Term Loan Facility’ focused exclusively on women empowerment with a greenshoe option, which is a milestone for both the bank and the global ESG financing landscape.The PSU bank said the facility is aimed at accelerating social impact by promoting gender equality and supporting initiatives that reduce the gender gap.”It contributes to the United …
New Delhi, March 7 (IANS) Major Swathi Shantha Kumar, a Bengaluru-based officer serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has been honoured with the UN Secretary-General’s Award 2025 in the gender category for her project ‘Equal Partners, Lasting Peace’. Speaking to IANS, the Indian Army officer shared her experiences during the mission, her key responsibilities on the ground, and the challenges she faced while serving in the conflict-affected region. Major Swathi Kum…
New Delhi, March 5 (IANS) India’s housing schemes for the poor in the urban and rural areas, launched under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana are setting an example for the Global South as a tool for inclusion, gender justice and empowerment of the economically weaker sections.“In India, the push for “Housing for All” has increasingly been framed as a human rights agenda that links shelter with equality, social security and self-respect for the poorest citizens. Within this framework, the f…
New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) In a significant milestone in India’s commitment to inclusive and ethical artificial intelligence (AI) advancement, the government has launched a Casebook on AI and Gender Empowerment, IT Ministry said on Friday.Officially launched at the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’, the casebook has been developed by the government through the IndiaAI Mission under MeitY, in partnership with UN Women and supported by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD).It brings to…
Male, Feb 11 (IANS) Bangladesh’s radical Islamist party Jamaat-e-Islami’s recent statements and manifesto expose a striking contradiction, projecting an image of inclusivity and protection for women, while its longstanding regressive attitudes towards them remain unchanged. The promises of representation and safety by Jamaat are weakened by the exclusion of women from leadership roles, the absence of female candidates, and the continued rhetoric that confines women to the domestic sphere, a …
New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) In the lead-up to the elections in Bangladesh, discussions have emerged regarding violence, human rights abuses, and the oppression of minority groups. However, women in the nation are also voicing their concerns about their rights in the aftermath of the results being declared. It is the Jamaat-e-Islami, which the women are worried about, and many say that if this party comes to power, they can say goodbye to their freedom.The same women who were at the forefront of the…