Surat, May 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal urging citizens to save fuel, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and reduce gold purchases is beginning to reflect on the ground, with several women and young professionals in Gujarat’s Surat changing their lifestyles and spending habits in response.Inspired by the Prime Minister’s call for responsible use of resources and support for the domestic economy, many families in the diamond city are opting for simpler celebrations,…
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Jammu, March 12 (IANS) Marking a beginning towards ‘Atmanirbharta’ or self-reliance, the women in Jammu and Kashmir are increasingly taking up entrepreneurial ventures to stand up on their own feet and bolster their financial independence. Contributing to this change is the women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs), which have been instrumental in past few years, to steer this change.Through these SHGs, women are not only earning their livelihoods but also becoming financially strong. At present, there …
Prayagraj, Feb 4 (IANS) Handicraft products made by local artisans are emerging as a major attraction for visitors at the Magh Mela in Prayagraj, as the Centre’s ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative gives a strong push to indigenous crafts and traditional livelihoods. Under the initiative, products manufactured by rural artisans and Self-Help Groups are being prominently showcased at the Mela. Devotees and tourists are showing keen interest in a wide range of locally made items, including handicra…