Women
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Delhi launches its first full-fledged women police station: All you need to know
Delhi | Jun 19, 2026, 03:42 PM ISTDelhi has inaugurated its first full-fledged women police station in North Delhi's Subzi Mandi area. Staffed entirely by women personnel, the facility will focus on crimes against women, including domestic violence and harassment cases.
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From Malati Rava Roy to Kalita Maji: Meet the 7 women ministers in Suvendu Adhikari's Bengal Cabinet
West Bengal | Jun 01, 2026, 02:34 PM ISTThe expansion comes weeks after Adhikari was sworn in as Chief Minister following the BJP’s sweeping victory in the 294-member Assembly.
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Suvendu govt to launch 'Annapurna Bhandar' scheme, provide free travel to women from June
Kolkata | May 12, 2026, 08:16 AM IST'Annapurna Bhandar' was a key promise mentioned in the BJP's poll manifesto to provide women beneficiaries with a financial assistance of Rs 3,000 per month. However, the eligibility criteria and implementation guidelines of the schemes are yet to be finalised.
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Dilip Ghosh gets rural development, Nisith Pramanik gets sports as Bengal CM allocates portfolios
West Bengal | May 11, 2026, 11:50 PM ISTAgnimitra Pal has been given charge of the Women and Child Welfare ministry along with Municipal Corporations, while Nisith Pramanik will oversee the North Bengal Development as well as Youth Welfare and Sports departments.
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Congress launches 'Project M' in Madhya Pradesh with eye on 2028 elections
Madhya Pradesh | May 10, 2026, 10:05 AM ISTAhead of the 2028 Assembly elections, the Madhya Pradesh Congress has made a bold strategic move by launching 'Project M,' an initiative aimed at bringing minority women into the political arena.
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'Women can't be made to wait': PM Modi's appeal for reservation bill in letter to Nari Shakti
India | Apr 14, 2026, 11:40 PM ISTThe letter comes just ahead of a crucial Parliament session, where the government is hoping to push forward the constitutional amendment linked to the women’s reservation law.
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Iran seeks ceasefire; links it to Hormuz reopening, says Trump | 01 April | Speed News
Originals | Apr 02, 2026, 12:06 AM ISTIran seeks ceasefire; links it to Hormuz reopening, says Trump. PM Modi meets women tea workers in Assam's Dibrugarh. Minor blast outside Chandigarh BJP office. Gujarat announces local polls for 10,000 seats on April 26. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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International Women’s Day 2026: Women’s skin changes are natural, not flaws
Beauty | Mar 05, 2026, 07:04 PM ISTInternational Women’s Day 2026 is a reminder that a woman’s skin changes, from puberty to pregnancy to menopause, are natural and not flaws. Celebrate skin positivity and understand the science behind hormonal skin transformations.
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Rajasthan shocker: Village panchayat bans daughters-in-law and young women from using smartphones
Rajasthan | Dec 22, 2025, 11:22 PM ISTAfter discussions among panch members and community members, it was decided that daughters-in-law and young women would exclusively use keypad phones for calling.
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ADHD prescriptions shoot up 157 per cent; adults and women show biggest rise: Study
Health | Dec 12, 2025, 06:44 PM ISTA new study shows ADHD prescriptions have risen by 157 per cent, with the biggest increases seen in adults and women. Researchers say the surge may reflect better awareness, but also warn of possible misdiagnosis and stress the need for clearer clinical guidance.
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Do cold plunges work for women? UK physician breaks it down
Health | Dec 09, 2025, 10:48 AM ISTCold plunges are touted to boost immunity, lift mood, and speed up recovery. But do they actually work for women? Dr Sermed Mezher, a popular health educator from the UK, breaks it down.
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Always tired in winter? Here are the diet changes every woman needs, says top nutritionist
Lifestyle | Dec 02, 2025, 07:19 PM ISTWinter affects women’s health, immunity and metabolism. Nutritionist-backed tips on seasonal foods, hydration, pregnancy nutrition and diet essentials for women above 50.
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Bone health crisis in working women: Causes, risks and expert insights
Health | Nov 27, 2025, 05:42 PM ISTExperts warn that a bone health crisis is emerging among working women due to lifestyle stress, nutritional gaps and long working hours. Learn the causes, early warning signs, and preventive steps to protect bone strength and long-term wellness.
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Bihar Assembly Elections: 29 women candidates shine, 10 each from BJP, JDU | Full list of winners
Bihar | Nov 17, 2025, 01:30 PM ISTBihar election women candidates: The party with the highest number of women winners was the BJP and JDU, which secured victory for ten women candidates each in the Bihar assembly elections 2025.
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Ashwagandha vs shatavari: Which herb helps women’s stress better?
Food | Nov 15, 2025, 02:45 PM ISTAshwagandha and shatavari both ease stress, but trials differ. Ashwagandha shows stronger evidence for cortisol and anxiety; shatavari shows promise for women around reproductive transitions. Here’s how to choose, with study references.
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Why women over 40 should start strength training today | Expert explains
Health | Nov 07, 2025, 01:42 PM ISTStrength training isn’t just about lifting weights; it’s about lifting yourself up. Women in their 40s and 50s can regain strength, confidence, and energy through simple resistance workouts. Here’s how experts say you can start safely and feel the difference.
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Justice system must inspire confidence, compassion in women: CJI-designate Surya Kant
India | Nov 02, 2025, 11:24 PM ISTJustice Vikram Nath of the Supreme Court, who serves as the chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee, emphasised that a society’s true measure of progress lies in the advancement of its women, quoting Dr BR Ambedkar.
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How Delhi women can register for 'pink cards' for free bus rides: Here's step-by-step process
Delhi | Oct 22, 2025, 11:55 PM ISTDelhi Saheli Smart Card: The Saheli Smart Card replaces the manual Pink Ticket System, under which women received paper tickets for free rides. Since its inception in 2019, over 150 crore pink tickets were issued.
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Afghanistan FM calls exclusion of women journalists from Delhi press conference a 'technical issue'
India | Oct 12, 2025, 11:32 PM ISTMuttaqi, a senior Taliban leader, arrived in New Delhi on Thursday for his first official visit since the Taliban regained power in Afghanistan. He met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to discuss bilateral trade, humanitarian assistance, and security cooperation.
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No women journalists at Muttaqi's press conference in Delhi sparks outrage
India | Oct 10, 2025, 11:39 PM ISTAfghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s Delhi press conference excluded women journalists, drawing global criticism over the Taliban’s ongoing gender discrimination.