In 2024, Indian women made significant achievements across various fields, showcasing resilience, innovation, and excellence. Notable figures include Payal Kapadia winning the Cannes Grand Prix prize, and trailblazing women like Rohini Nikelani and Vidya Nataraj. Their achievements transcend boundaries and challenge traditional conventions, from space exploration to international entertainment. Women Entrepreneurs Review highlights five remarkable women achievers, highlighting their resilience, determination, and quest for excellence.
Join us in revisiting these stories of strength and inspiration that capture the spirit of women's outstanding achievements in 2024.
Prof. Anju Bali Pandey receives Dr. Sarojini Naidu International Award for Working Women
Professor Anju Bali Pandey was honored with the Dr. Sarojini Naidu International Award for Working Women at the 8th edition of the award ceremony held at Marwah Studios, Noida Film City, on November 26, 2024. The award recognizes the extraordinary contributions of women from India and across the globe supported by the Asian Academy of Arts, AAFT University, the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry, and the International Women's Forum.
Prof. Anju Bali Pandey is a distinguished educator and teaches History at DAV (PG) College Dehradun. She is renowned for her dedication to teaching and contributions to history education. Prof. Anju holds a Master's Degree (M.A.) and a Ph.D. in History. She actively participates in academic webinars and workshops on personality development.
India's 1st Female Gamer, PayalGaming bags 'Mobile Streamer of the Year' title 2024
Payal Dhare, popular for her gaming handle, PayalGaming who is India's first female gamer won the 'Mobile Streamer of the Year' title at the Mobile Gaming Awards (MOBIES) 2024 held in Los Angeles. With over 4.2 million subscribers on YouTube and 3.7 million followers on Instagram, Payal has established herself as one of India's leading gamers.
On achieving the historic international title, Payal expressed her gratitude and mentioned "Being the first female streamer to win a global award is both an honor and a responsibility. It highlights the immense potential for women in gaming and content creation, and I hope it inspires others to follow their passion. A big thank you to S8UL's Co-Founders, my family, and the community for their unwavering belief in me."
Her significant achievement positioned her as the most prominent female gamer in the gaming community as she outperformed other brilliant nominees like Regaltos, Nobru, RRQ Lemon, and Wynnsanity.
Ar. Sonali Rastogi Named Super Jury Member at World Architecture Festival 2024
Ar. Sonali Rastogi, was appointed as a Super Jury member at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2024, where she judged the Best Office Building category. Sonali is the co-founder of Morphogenesis and is a renowned name in architecture.
WAF 2024 unveiled the World Architecture Festival 2024 Super Jury. Sonali Rastogi was one of the super jurors participating in the live "World Building of the Year" judgment on November 8, 2024, where all category winners presented their concepts. She also spoke at the event, sharing her views on design and creativity.
“I am thankful for the opportunity to be a member of the esteemed Super Jury at WAF 2024 this year. Anticipate with excitement a fascinating event honouring the remarkable accomplishments of architects across the globe.” Sonali Rastogi, Co-Founder, Morphogenesis.
Sonali has received numerous accolades throughout her career, and this recognition further underscores her role in shaping both the Indian and international architectural landscapes.
Dr. Purvi Adhyru crowned as Mrs. India Legacy Goodwill Ambassador 2024
Dr. Purvi Adhyru has been crowned the Mrs India Legacy Goodwill Ambassador 2024, a prestigious title recognizing her as a distinguished dentist and a role model of strength and resilience. As the Goodwill Ambassador, she will engage in social welfare activities, advocating for women's empowerment and other important causes. Dr. Purvi is a mother, entrepreneur, fitness enthusiast, and advocate of holistic wellness, making a significant impact in dentistry and beyond.
Dr. Purvi brings a diverse experience of 22 years in the field of dentistry and is known for her expertise in various dental treatments, including third molar surgeries, gingivectomy, periodontal surgeries, cosmetic treatments, orthodontic treatments, oral maxillofacial surgery, and jaw problems.
3 Indian-origin Women feature in Forbes 2024 List of America's Richest Self-Made Women
The recently released Forbes 2024 List of America's Richest Self-Made Women features the most successful and financially powerful women in the US, which includes three women of Indian-origin. Ranked 18th, Jayshree Ullal, CEO of Arista Networks, has a net worth of $1.4 billion, while ranked 23rd, Neerja Sethi, co-founder of Syntel, has a net worth of $1 billion. Ranked 60th, Neha Narkhede, CTO of Confluent, has a net worth of $360 million.
