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(Search results - 76)EntertainmentApr 4, 2024, 10:29 AM IST
Alanna Panday shares dreamy pictures of babymoon with husband Ivor McCray from Milan [PHOTOS]
Alanna Panday, cousin of Ananya Panday, and her husband Ivor McCray are expecting their first child. They celebrated with a lavish baby shower in Mumbai before jetting off to Milan for their babymoon, sharing glimpses of their Italian getaway on social media
India UntoldApr 2, 2024, 3:35 PM IST
Redefining Limits: Meet India’s first woman bouncer
Mehrunnisa Shaukat Ali holds the title of India’s first female bouncer. She is breaking barriers, becoming an inspiration to thousands of young girls.
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 14, 2024, 1:43 PM IST
Video: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw challenges 'Pink Tax' as gender bias: Sparks debate on pricing disparities (WATCH)
Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw strongly reacted to a video discussing the 'Pink Tax,' a term used by the World Economic Forum to describe gender-based price discrepancies. This inequality is notably observed in personal care items like razor blades, soaps, lotions, and deodorants. The video features Dr. Arora highlighting how women often pay more for products in the same category compared to men, leading to the concept of 'pink tax.' He points out various examples across industries, emphasising that women are charged higher prices for similar products marketed towards men.
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 7, 2024, 6:01 PM IST
Indian Navy proposes gender-neutral titles: Other Indian institutes that adopted gender-neutral policies
Navy Chief Admiral R. Hari Kumar talked about proposing gender-neutral nomenclature and embracing inclusivity in the Indian Navy. Many Indian institutes like IIT Delhi and NALSAR are also adopting gender-neutral policies.
India UntoldMar 7, 2024, 2:49 PM IST
Women Achievers: Gulabi Gang, a women’s group fighting against oppression since 2006
Sampat Pal Devi started the Gulabi Gang group in the Banda district of Uttar Pradesh in the year 2006. The purpose of the gang is to bring equality by addressing the issues of gender and caste oppression.
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
IndiaMar 3, 2024, 2:50 PM IST
This is Suman Kumari, the first 'Mahila Sniper’ of BSF (PHOTOS)
Sub-Inspector Suman Kumari has made history by becoming the first woman sniper of the Border Security Force (BSF) after completing an intensive eight-week sniper course at the Central School of Weapons and Tactics (CSWT) in Indore. Her achievement marks a significant milestone for gender inclusivity within the BSF
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.
India UntoldFeb 7, 2024, 1:44 PM IST
Meet Shantabai, who challenged the male-dominated business by becoming India’s first female barber
Shantabai was married off at the age of 12. In 1984, when Shantabai's elder daughter was 8 years old, her husband succumbed to a heart attack. Shantabai resorted to working in others' fields, earning a mere Rs 50 for 8 hours of labour. To sustain a living, she took up her husband’s occupation, and became the country's first female barber.
India UntoldJan 12, 2024, 1:44 PM IST
Meet Sarita, DTC’s first female bus driver
Sarita received immense support from the Azad Foundation in her driving journey. Despite facing gender discrimination from male drivers who found it offending to accept a woman in the role, Sarita received immense from many people. In 2015, she secured as job on contract basis with DTC.