Breaking years of stereotypes, Indian women are now proving that they are excellent home-makers and amazing businesswomen. In the recent decade, the rise of females in the corporate world has been witnessed, showing that they are in the right direction. Besides these women’s progress, the country is also contributing to help females grow by launching initiatives like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, MUDRA Yojana, and SHG-based entrepreneurship programs, among others. From corporate to politics, women can be seen everywhere, reclaiming their value by becoming decision-makers in families, communities, and workplaces.
Women Entrepreneurs Review Magazine has covered some similar stories, this week, in which Indian women have showcased their pliability and power.
Odisha's Gonasika Mahotsav 2024 to Empower Women to Generate Substantial Business
The Gonasika Mahotsav 2024 in Keonjhar, Odisha, is a significant event promoting women's development and empowerment. The festival encourages local art, culture, tradition, and rural crafts, and provides a platform for Mission Shakti mothers to sell their handiwork. The festival has generated substantial business opportunities and aims to boost tourism in Keonjhar showcasing its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Mission Shakti mothers in Keonjhar have conducted business worth Rs 75 lakh so far, with an estimated total of Rs 3 crore by the end of the festival. The government processed 3.36 lakh Subhadra applications in Keonjhar, with 78,000 women set to receive installments in January.
PM Modi highlights Importance of Education & Employment for Women and Youth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of modern education and employment opportunities for youth and women during the Rozgar Mela. He distributed over 71,000 appointment letters and emphasized the government's commitment to creating job opportunities and supporting self-employment initiatives, including the Aatmnirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
PM Modi said that India aims to become a developed nation by 2047, with initiatives like Make In India, Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, Startup India, Stand Up India, and Digital India focusing on the youth. India has become the world's fifth-largest economy and the third-largest startup ecosystem globally, with modern facilities and support for startups and sports. The nation is scaling new heights in various sectors.
Indian Women Drive Record Surge in Job Applications in 2024, finds Report
A new report revealed that Women accounted for an impressive 28 million job applications, out of a total of seven crore in 2024, marking a 20 per cent increase from 2023.
Job platform Apna.co conducted "India at Work 2024" whih highlights how India's employment landscape is witnessing a historic shift, with women leading the charge in workforce participation.
The total of 70 million job applications, which itself is a "25 per cent year-on-year surge", according to the report, is primarily driven by heightened workforce participation among women and youth.
India Clinches ODI Series with 115-Run Victory over West Indies in Vadodara
On 24th December at Vadodara, Gujarat, the Indian women sealed the ODI series against the West Indies on Tuesday by beating the opposition by 115 runs. The fixture also saw multiple records being broken including India posting their joint-highest ODI total. Also, it had the highest match aggregate involving Indian women and West Indies women.
India won the toss, elected to bat first, and justified the decision right from the start. The opening pair of Smriti Mandhana (53) and Pratika Rawal (76) stitched an opening partnership of 110 runs. Mandhana departed immediately after scoring a half-century but Harleen Deol arrived at the crease at No.3 and stole the show after that. She played a knock of 115 runs from 103 deliveries while Jemimah Rodrigues scored a half-century in the lower order.
Indian Businesswoman Smita Patil Honored as Global Women Achiever at UK Parliament
Smita Patil, the prominent and key leader in SSPL Group Pune, Maharashtra, has been awarded the Global Women Achiever of the Year at the Rising Bharat Conclave conducted at the House of Commons, United Kingdom Parliament on December 2, 2024. The recognition stands for her significant contribution made through the past 18 years in India for the real estate industry.
Being a major driving force for operations in SSPL Group, Smita Patil was a vital part of boosting it further, overseeing the organisation's sales, marketing, human resources, finances, and business. To date, she has successfully positioned the group as a primary real estate player in the industry while accentuating the concept of sustainable and long-term growth.
Deepti S, Renuka T Lead India to 3-0 Clean Sweep against WI
On 27th December India women registered a clean sweep against West Indies, owing to the heroics of Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh Thakur. The star all-rounder and fast bowler played crucial roles in guiding the side to a five-wicket win against the Caribbean counterparts at Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium. Earlier in the game, West Indies skipper Hayley Matthews won the toss and invited the rivals to field first. The guests got off to a horrid start as both openers were forced to walk back on golden and two-ball ducks.
Renuka went all guns blazing, and a few overs after she forced the Windies openers to walk back, Singh trapped seasoned Deandra Dottin for five runs as the guests found themselves reeling on 9 for 3. Shemaine Campbelle, who walked out to bat at number three put on a solid 46 off 62 balls. She also built a 91-run partnership with Chinelle Henry, to take the side beyond the three-figure mark. Following it, Deepti Sharma unleashed mayhem, as she picked six wickets in a 10-over spell while conceding just 31 runs.
