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  'Aise log iss duniya mein...': Woman films man making obscene gestures at her during train journey

  Trending | June 30, 2026 12:40 IST

  Content 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 | June 17, 2026 17:03 IST

  Delhi 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 | June 05, 2026 14:07 IST

  After 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 6:30 IST

  Women 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 IST

  A 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 | April 21, 2026 8:12 IST

  A 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 | August 28, 2025 20:55 IST

  The 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 | July 28, 2025 18:08 IST

  The 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 | March 08, 2025 18:47 IST

  Prime 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 | March 06, 2025 15:02 IST

  With 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 | February 28, 2025 7:52 IST

  The 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 | December 27, 2024 15:14 IST

  The 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 | August 28, 2024 23:38 IST

  India 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 | August 22, 2024 16:13 IST

  The 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 | August 14, 2024 14:16 IST

  An 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 | December 16, 2023 17:44 IST

  Rajasthan 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 | September 14, 2022 18:23 IST

  Rekha 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 23:45 IST

  The 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 | September 25, 2021 13:11 IST

  Ministers 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.

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  Yogi Adityanath's Mission Shakti 3.0 to commence in UP today

  India | August 21, 2021 8:05 IST

  Uttar Pradesh will commence the third phase of 'Mission Shakti' today.