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(Search results - 20)Lifestyle NewsMar 21, 2024, 11:47 AM IST
Shocking! India staring at significant population decline by 2050: Study
A recent study published in the Lancet warns that India's total fertility rate (TFR) is projected to decrease to 1.29 by 2050, potentially leading to a significant population decline. The TFR has steadily declined from 6.18 in 1950 to 1.91 in 2021, falling below the replacement level needed for population stability.
IndiaMar 9, 2024, 1:59 PM IST
Garuda Aerospace announced an achievement in training rural women about drone technology
More than 500 rural women have received drone technology training from Garuda Aerospace. This program emphasizes the value of diversity in gender while advancing economic empowerment, agricultural innovation, gender equality, and sustainability.
IndiaMar 6, 2024, 4:19 PM IST
International Women's Day: Why is it celebrated on March 8th?
Started as a movement to bring equal rights, better working conditions, and fair wages for women labourers in New York City in 1909, International Women's Day has become more than that. It is a celebration of women's achievements and fighting against discrimination and oppression, spreading awareness for women's rights and gender equality.
EntertainmentMar 6, 2024, 11:18 AM IST
International Women's Day 2024: 7 female led Bollywood movies
International Women's Day is round the corner. Here are 7 Bollywood women led movies set to inspire women folks! From 'Raazi' to 'Piku' these movies speak of the immense strength that women are!
EntertainmentMar 5, 2024, 11:15 AM IST
Navya Naveli Nanda unveils untold conversations; shares business insights on 'Kiska Brand Bajega'
In the latest episode of Kiska Brand Bajega, host Aditya Bhat interviews Navya Naveli Nanda about her foundation, Project Naveli, and her podcast 'What the Hell Navya.' They discuss her journey, lockdown conversations, and relevant social themes
EntertainmentFeb 19, 2024, 6:06 PM IST
Navya Naveli Nanda partners with WPL team UP Warriorz; Here's what she said
Navya Naveli Nanda partners with UP Warriorz for Project Naveli, promoting women's digital safety and empowerment through sports, entrepreneurship, and mental health initiatives, addressing online abuse and supporting women athletes
India UntoldFeb 12, 2024, 2:24 PM IST
Rituparna Neog: Promoting Gender Equality and Empowering Villages with Free Libraries
Rituparna Neog is a trans woman, storyteller, educator, and gender rights activist dedicated to promoting education and eradicating gender discrimination. She has established two free libraries in her village and has conducted sessions on gender equality in over 40 universities.
IndiaDec 30, 2019, 6:36 PM IST
What India Must Do To Ensure Women Safety In 2020
In today’s episode of Not For Women Only with Sunita Iyer, we take a look at some of the things we as a country must do to make India a safer place for women to work and live.
Other SportsNov 14, 2019, 10:21 AM IST
Indian sprinter Dutee Chand named in ‘TIME 100 Next’ list; says ‘will continue to fight for rights of young girls’
'I am delighted to receive this recognition from the TIME. I believe in gender equality. I will continue to fight for the rights of young girls and women in sports as well as in the larger society,' Dutee Chand said
Other SportsOct 19, 2019, 4:02 PM IST
Mary Kom not 'scared' to face Nikhat Zareen in Olympic qualifiers
Boxer Mary Kom has iterated that she is not scared to face Nikhat Zareen. BFI now has decided to call a selection committee meeting next week to discuss Zareen's plea. Mary Kom said there should be gender equality in the selection criteria.
IndiaOct 11, 2019, 3:39 PM IST
60% Of Children Adopted In India Are Girls
The great Indian obsession for male child seems to be declining, if the latest figures of adoptions in India are taken into consideration. Adoption data spanning the last 4 years indicate that Indian couples want to bring home a baby girl, even if it means waiting for as long as 6 years.
BusinessSep 27, 2019, 3:13 PM IST
PAN Data Indicates Women Empowerment In India
Over the last five years, India has traveled a long way in bridging the gender gap, especially in economic activities and financial transactions. As per the data from the Income Tax Department, the rate of growth in the number of women PAN i.e. Permanent Account Number holders is greater than the rate of growth for men.
IndiaJul 30, 2019, 9:22 AM IST
Google Doodle celebrates Muthulakshmi Reddy's birth anniversary; Tamil Nadu calls for 'Hospital Day'
Google Doodle celebrated Muthulakshmi Reddy's 133rd birth anniversary. The surgeon, lawmaker and social reformer devoted her life to public health and fought for gender equality.
FashionMay 22, 2019, 5:10 PM IST
School in Spain teaches boys household chores in initiative to promote gender equality
To promote gender equality and in an attempt to do away with stereotyping, a school in Spain has been teaching boys to do household chores
IndiaJan 2, 2019, 3:27 PM IST