Women Safety
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'I don't feel scared': Woman praises Mumbai's late-night safety in viral video
offbeat | Jul 04, 2026, 03:16 PM ISTAn Instagram video by Aditi Thakur praising Mumbai's sense of safety for women after midnight has gone viral. Standing at Marine Lines station at 12:30 am, she shares why the city's public transport, police presence and atmosphere make her feel secure.
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'Aise log iss duniya mein...': Woman films man making obscene gestures at her during train journey
Trending | Jun 30, 2026, 12:40 PM ISTContent creator Rupali Dixit alleged that a man standing outside the Vivek Express repeatedly made obscene gestures towards her during her journey. After she shared videos of the incident on X, Indian Railways confirmed that her complaint had been registered through RailMadad.
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Delhi LG orders major safety overhaul: Women cops in DTC buses, strict POCSO compliance in schools
Delhi | Jun 17, 2026, 05:03 PM ISTDelhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu reviewed measures to strengthen women's safety in DTC buses and directed the deployment of women police personnel and Home Guard marshals on vulnerable routes with high female ridership. He also reviewed the implementation status of the POCSO Act.
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Woman feels 'extremely unsafe' after Zomato rider comments on her 11 pm order
Trending | Jun 05, 2026, 02:07 PM ISTAfter a late-night food delivery left her feeling uneasy, Aanya Wig took to LinkedIn to question customer safety and privacy on delivery platforms. The post drew strong reactions online, with many women sharing similar experiences and urging companies to strengthen safety measures.
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Solo Travel in India? 5 Safety gadgets every woman should carry for better protection
Technology | May 17, 2026, 06:30 AM ISTWomen travelling alone in India are increasingly relying on technology and practical safety tools to stay secure during daily commutes and trips. While no gadget can replace awareness and precaution, carrying a few useful devices can add an extra layer of safety.
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Pune woman claims restaurant employee used QR menu details to send her late-night texts
Trending | May 14, 2026, 11:50 AM ISTA Pune woman has alleged that a restaurant employee accessed her number through a QR-code menu system and later sent her late-night messages. The viral incident triggered wider discussions online around customer privacy, digital safety and misuse of personal information.
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Rapido rider sends inappropriate messages to woman, company apologises as chat goes viral
Trending | Apr 21, 2026, 08:12 AM ISTA woman in Ghaziabad alleged that a Rapido rider sent her inappropriate messages after a trip. She shared screenshots on Instagram, after which the company issued a public apology. The incident has raised concerns about rider safety and misuse of personal data.
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NARI 2025 Report: Which Indian cities are the most and least safe for women? Check here
India | Aug 28, 2025, 08:55 PM ISTThe NARI 2025 report places India's nationwide safety score for women at 65 per cent, with six in ten women feeling safe overall. However, safety perceptions dip sharply at night, in public transport, and recreational spaces, while workplaces remain relatively secure.
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'Scared and Traumatised': 3 Bengaluru women followed by 3 men, chilling video sparks outrage
Karnataka | Jul 28, 2025, 06:08 PM ISTThe clip which has now gained widespread views, was posted by Instagram user @suha_hana88 with the caption, “3 creepy men, 3 traumatised girls.”
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Women's security our priority: PM Modi in Gujarat’s Navsari
India | Mar 08, 2025, 06:47 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday interacted with beneficiaries of ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme in Gujarat’s Navsari district, on the International Women’s Day. PM Modi also disbursed Rs 450 crore to more than 2.5 lakh women from over 25,000 SHGs.
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International Women's Day 2025: Top 5 apps for women's personal safety
Apps | Mar 06, 2025, 03:02 PM ISTWith the increasing participation of women in the workforce and in higher education, violence against women is also rising. Here are the top 5 apps that can help women in times of distress.
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Pune bus rape case: Accused Dattatray Ramdas Gade detained from Shirur Tehsil, say police | WATCH
Maharashtra | Feb 28, 2025, 07:52 AM ISTThe Pune Crime Branch has arrested Dattatray Ramdas Gade, the prime accused in the Swargate bus station rape case, after an extensive manhunt. Gade, a history-sheeter with multiple criminal cases, was caught in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district.
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UP government women welfare schemes that go an extra mile: CM Kanya Sumangala Yojana to 181 Helpline
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 27, 2024, 03:14 PM ISTThe Uttar Pradesh government's Department of Women and Child Development have introduced schemes such as Chief Minister Kanya Sumangala Yojana, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Uttar Pradesh Rani Laxmi Bai Women and Children Samman Kosh and 181 Women Helpline to empower women in the society.
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Fact Check: Are police providing free travel services to women at night? Know truth of viral claim
Fact Check | Aug 28, 2024, 11:38 PM ISTIndia TV Fact Check: It is being claimed on social media that the police have started to provide free travel services to women at night across the country. However, this claim has proved to be misleading in the fact check.
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Hyderabad Police deny news of free ride service for women travelling alone during night
Telangana | Aug 22, 2024, 04:13 PM ISTThe clarification came after messages were circulated on social media that the city police had launched a free travel scheme. It was claimed that a woman, who is alone and cannot find a vehicle to go home between 10 pm-6 am, can contact police helpline no (1091 and 78370185555) and request vehicle.
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Assam hospital cancels its advisory asking women staff to 'avoid being alone' after uproar
Assam | Aug 14, 2024, 02:16 PM ISTAn advisory issued by Silchar Medical College & Hospital - a state-run medical college in Assam - created an uproar on the campus as students expressed their objection to it, demanding enhanced security measures in the hospital.
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Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma says women's safety, welfare of poor priorities of his government
Rajasthan | Dec 16, 2023, 05:44 PM ISTRajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Saturday that the safety of women, zero corruption and the welfare of the poor will be the priorities of his government.
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NCW chairperson expresses concern over 'growing' sale of drugs in Chhattisgarh
India | Sep 14, 2022, 06:23 PM ISTRekha Sharma, who met Director General of Police Ashok Juneja on Tuesday to discuss pending complaints on which Chhattisgarh cops were yet to give replies to the commission, also slammed the police in the Congress-ruled state for their alleged laxity in handling offenses against women.
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UP's new women-safety rules: No duty from 7pm to 6am without consent, supervision must if working
India | May 28, 2022, 11:45 PM ISTThe new rules come within days of the UP government's budget for 2022-23 that stressed on better jobs, infrastructure, and health and safety for women in the state.
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APEC vows to improve women's economic empowerment
World | Sep 25, 2021, 01:11 PM ISTMinisters also pledged to promote work-life balance and equal sharing of unpaid domestic work and care by exploring measures that expand affordable and accessible child and elder care.