In recent years, women have shattered stereotypes in business, politics, and technology by being successful in a wide range of professions. As evidenced by increased opportunities for education and employment, gender equality is increasing. Society as a whole is heavily invested in preventing gender-based violence and fighting stereotypes. Due to their advocacy for gender equality, women are becoming more and more represented in politics. This movement is being propelled by the diverse roles played by women and also emphasizes the significance of women's empowerment for progress in society.
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Para-Archer Sheetal Devi Wins 'Best Youth Athlete of the Year'
Sheetal Devi, a teen para-archer from Kishtwar district in J&K has been awarded the ‘Best Youth Athlete of the Year’ award at the Asian Paralympic Committee’s award ceremony. This makes Sheetal the very first Indian to bag the prestigious honour.
Nirmala Sitharaman to deliver Keynote Address at IGF ME&A
On November 27, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the keynote address at the India Global Forum's annual event in Dubai.
With the IGF Middle East and Africa 2023 (IGF ME&A) Program, the third edition of the event, themed "Unleashing Ambitions," will cover a wider geographic area in addition to the India-UAE partnership.
UP Government to create Special Industrial Enclaves for Women
In order to support women’s participation in the flagship “Make in UP” initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government is planning to create separate industrial enclaves just for them.
A generous number of female industrialists have been found in the National Capital Region (NCR) in Greater Noida, the same model will be copied completely in six other locations, including the constituencies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, in Varanasi and Gorakhpur.
IIM Rohtak launches TEDx 'Comebak Chronicles'
The eighth edition of TEDx IIMRohtak, with the theme "comeback chronicles," was held at the Indian Institute of Management, Rohtak. The speakers, who were a varied group of visionaries from different regions of India, sparked stimulating conversations that could bring about a significant change. The occasion highlighted the beauty that arises from embracing diversity, the strength that comes from perseverance, and the power that comes from learning from mistakes.
MCA Makes Entry Free for Upcoming Indian Women's Cricket Matches
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced free entry for all Fixtures of the upcoming women's cricket matches which will become a treat for all cricket enthusiasts.
Air Force Officer Manisha Padhi becomes Country's First Female ADC
Manisha Padhi, an Odisha-born Air Force officer, recently made history in India by becoming the country's first female Aide-de-camp (ADC). Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, the governor of Mizoram, appointed Squadron Leader Manisha Padhi, on Wednesday, 29 November 2023, when she formally began her position. She will assist the Governor personally as an ADC and take part in ceremonial duties.
20 Women Founders On IDFC's Self-Made Entrepreneur 2023 List
Seven Hyderabad-based millennial companies and their founders have been included in IDFC First Private Hurun India's top 200 self-made entrepreneurs of the millennia 2023 list. Around 20 female entrepreneurs were included in the list and Falguni Nayar, the 60-year-old founder of Nykaa was leading the list in 12th position in all of India with a 43,685 crore market capitalization.
First Woman Commanding Officer appointed by the Indian Navy
Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar of the Indian Navy announced on Friday that the first female commanding officer in a naval ship had been appointed. He also mentioned that the Indian Navy now has over 1,000 female Agniveers. According to the Admiral, this is consistent with the company's 'all roles-all ranks' policy for female employees. He stated that they had named the first female Indian naval ship commanding officer. To make sure that the Navy continues on an ambitious and dynamic course into the future, the team has worked to continuously challenge the status quo.
