India’s approach to empowering women is undergoing a remarkable transformation, shifting decisively from a welfare-driven model to a holistic framework of women-led development. According to information presented in the Rajya Sabha by Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur, the government has adopted a life-cycle approach that…
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IITF 2025: Dr Virendra Kumar Unveils Divyangjan Stalls
New Delhi, 17 November 2025: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar inaugurated the Ministry pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, unveiling more than 40 stalls showcasing products and innovations by Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs. The display underlines government efforts to…
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WCD Secretary Reviews Jaipur OSCs, Women Helplines
WCD Secretary Reviews Jaipur One Stop Centres and Women Helplines In a focused review of women’s safety and support systems, Secretary of the Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD), Shri Anil Malik, inspected the One Stop Centre (OSC) and Women Helpline (WHL) facilities in Jaipur on 17 November 2025….
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Vice-President Radhakrishnan Urges Innovation at Pondicherry University
New Delhi, November 7, 2025: Vice-President of India and Rajya Sabha Chairman Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan called for stronger academic excellence, innovation, and enhanced student welfare while reviewing the functioning of Pondicherry University. The meeting was held at the Parliament House, where the University’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. P. Prakash Babu, briefed him…
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Maharashtra Doctor Suicide Case Sparks Political Outrage
Satara (Maharashtra), Oct 25: A shocking case of alleged sexual assault and harassment has rocked Maharashtra after a 29-year-old government doctor was found dead in a hotel room in Satara district. Police confirmed that she died by suicide, leaving behind a note accusing a sub-inspector and another man of prolonged…
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Blinkit Delivery Man Accused of Harassment in Delhi
In a disturbing incident in Delhi, a woman accused a Blinkit delivery partner of touching her inappropriately while delivering her order on October 3, 2025, at around 5:30 PM. The woman shared CCTV footage of the incident on social media, urging the company to take strict action against the delivery…
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Bihar CM Flags Off 80 Pink Buses for Women’s Safety
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday flagged off 80 new pink buses in Patna, marking the second phase of the state’s women-centric transport initiative. The rollout aims to provide women safe, affordable, and reliable travel options within cities and adjoining areas. The buses, operated by the Bihar State Road…
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Kolkata Woman Alleges Gang Rape in Regent Colony House
A 20-year-old woman in South Kolkata has alleged that she was gang-raped by two men at a house in Regent Colony, Haridevpur. The incident reportedly took place on Friday, September 5, 2025, and the complaint was filed the following morning. The Incident According to police, the survivor went to the…
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Kolkata Erupts: Protest for Justice Turns Chaotic
Kolkata Erupts: Protest for Justice Turns Chaotic On August 9, 2025, the heart of Kolkata witnessed a powerful outpouring of grief, anger, and determination. Thousands of protesters took to the streets to mark one year since the horrific rape and murder of a junior doctor at R G Kar Medical…