Indian conservative societies have always pulled down women and expected them to live their lives up to their family’s decisions. But the time has changed. The society has been changing and women are taking all required steps to make themselves visible in every aspect.
Indian women have achieved more than expected in the past few decades and are excelling in every sector. Indian women are showing what they can do with perfect skills and prowess. Some of the researches also mention about the rise of women in various vicinities.
Indian women are now proving that they are not less than anybody by competing and that, winning all races in the business world. Women entrepreneurs are performing equally and beyond in today’s business arena.
Let’s look at the achievements of women from this week covered by Women Entrepreneur India
TATA WPL 2024: RCB Wipes Out UPW with 2 Runs
The TATA Women's Premier League 2024 has become the most exciting season for its audience as both the matches gave enthralling and nail-biting finishes. The Smriti Mandhana-led team Royal Challengers Bangalore played their maiden match of the tournament at their home ground M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru on Saturday and clinched a win with just 2 runs. It was a do-or-die moment to watch for as Sobhana Asha grabbed 5 crucial wickets for UP Warriorz to make a victory.
Achieving 50% Labor Force Participation of Women Boosts 1% Indian GDP
According to Anna Bjerde, Managing Director (Operations) at the World Bank, the firm is prioritizing housing solutions for women by emphasizing the importance of creating housing options specifically for women for their empowerment and equal opportunities.
World Bank has led a number of significant initiatives including the establishment of 'Thozi', a hostel for working women. This is a partnership effort by the World Bank, the Tamil Nadu government, and the private sector. The hostel is situated in the Tambaram area where working women can reside in a safe and supportive environment.
5 Self-Employed Tribal Women to Meet President Murmu on March 1
On 1 March 2024, President of India Draupadi Murmu will greet 5 distinctive self-employed women from the Dakshina Kannada (DK) region as a part of the Karnataka State Rural Livelihood Mission's "Sanjeevani" project. These phenomenal ladies have had extraordinary influence through their work in their communities.
IVCA Conclave 2024 highlights Role of Women Entrepreneurs in Economic Welfare
The 13th edition of the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Associatons's (IVCA) premier event, the IVCA Conclave 2024, was held between 26 to 27 February 2024. The IVCA is a major industry association in India for alternative assets. It is a significant event in India's economy that highlights the role of women entrepreneurs in driving economic success. Stakeholders and other leaders come together to promote credit accessibility and gender inclusivity that makes the way for a new era of growth. The Taj Lands End in Mumbai has organized this prestigious event. The event witnessed a panel of delegates who discussed the financial strides made to empower women entrepreneurs specifically in the less urban areas of India.
Bill Gates appreciates India's Efforts towards Women's Empowerment
India formed the Global Alliance for Global Good - Gender Equity and Equality, aiming to advance gender equality and women's empowerment through global best practices, knowledge exchange, and investment opportunities earlier this year at the World Economic Forum's 54th Annual meeting in Davos. In order to carry forward this initiative, the logo and website of the respective programme were launched in Delhi on 28 February 2024.
President Murmu Interacts With & Appreciates Women Tri-Services Officers
The laudable efforts made by the women officers from the Tri-Services have been graced and commemorated by the President of India, Draupadi Murmu this week. She has showcased her dedication and determination to value the achievements made by the female command of the nation who are placed to protect the citizens of India. She addressed the three female armed forces and other women achievers at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.
