In a significant boost to women’s empowerment and rural development, members of 645 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Krishnagiri district have collectively received loans amounting to ₹3,464 crore. This initiative aims to enhance economic independence and promote sustainable livelihoods among rural women. A Step Towards Financial Inclusion The disbursement of these loans is part of a... Read More
In a disturbing case of cyber fraud, a 79-year-old senior lawyer from Mumbra, Mumbai, and his wife were duped of ₹64.6 lakh by cybercriminals posing as law enforcement officers. The scammers employed a sophisticated “digital arrest” scheme, leveraging fake legal documents and threats to coerce the elderly couple into transferring large sums of money. The... Read More
Dimapur, Nagaland — September 15, 2025: Boditive, a purpose-driven women’s health brand founded by clinical dietitian and entrepreneur Avitoli Yeptho, announced its continued momentum in menstrual wellness, centered on comfortable, skin-friendly sanitary solutions and a community-first approach that partners with NGOs, schools, hospitals, and government departments to expand access and awareness. In a recent founder interview with Women... Read More
New Delhi, August 2025 — Justice B.V. Nagarathna has raised a rare dissent within the Supreme Court collegium regarding the recommendation to elevate Justice Vipul Manubhai Pancholi to the Supreme Court. Justice Nagarathna, the only woman on the collegium, expressed concerns about seniority, regional representation, and the transparency of the appointment process. The collegium, led... Read More
Logitech has partnered with Girls Who Code, a leading non-profit working to close the gender gap in technology, to launch an initiative called Code the Change. The program is designed to encourage more young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The collaboration highlights the shared commitment of both organizations to... Read More
Tirupati, September 15, 2025 — Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla underlined that women’s empowerment is not just a matter of social justice but an economic necessity for India’s growth. He was speaking at the closing session of the first national conference of Parliamentary and Legislative Committees on Women Empowerment, held in Tirupati. Birla pointed out... Read More
Some people always dream of striking out on their own while others discover that path later after years in a regular 9 to 5 job. This is the story of Tiffany Veney and Leslie Frelow two women who took that leap and turned their passion into thriving businesses. Tiffany Veney: Building with Heart and Vision... Read More
Pratika Rawal: Scholar, Cricketer and the Daughter of a BCCI Umpire Indian cricket has always produced inspiring stories, and one of the most promising names emerging today is Pratika Rawal. Balancing her life between academics and cricket, she represents a new generation of women athletes in India who are determined to leave a mark. Pratika... Read More
In what could be a landmark decision for women’s rights, the Uttar Pradesh government is moving towards giving married daughters the same inheritance rights as sons. The proposal, if approved, will amend the UP Revenue Code, 2006, bringing married daughters at par with their brothers when it comes to claiming a share in ancestral property.... Read More
A breath of fresh air is rising in India’s sustainable food sector thanks to Spentigo Sustainability Solutions. Led by founder Radhika Lakhotia and based in Kolkata, this startup is upcycling spent grains from breweries into a high-protein, fiber-rich flour — dubbed “Fit Flour” — making nutrition more affordable and tackling environmental waste at the same... Read More
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