Women
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#RespectWomen: When Union Minister Sriprakash Jaiswal's 'old-wives' remark created a stir
India | Apr 04, 2024, 04:04 PM ISTFormer Union minister Sriprakash Jaiswal landed in trouble in 2012 after comparing a wife with a victory in a cricket match. However, he later apologised for his statement.
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#RespectWomen: Recalling Abhijit Mukherjee's 'dented and painted' remarks on women in 2012
India | Apr 04, 2024, 03:04 PM ISTAbhijit Mukherjee, a then-Congress MP, described women protesting against the heinous Nirbhaya gangrape case in 2012 as "dented and painting". His own sister Sharmishtha expressed "shock and anguish" over his remarks, after which he apologised.
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What is Stress Urinary Incontinence in women? Know causes, symptoms and treatment
Health | Mar 23, 2024, 02:57 PM ISTStress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common leakage of urine during activities like coughing, affecting women's quality of life. Learn causes, symptoms, treatment options, and how to overcome the stigma to regain control.
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Lok Sabha elections: How women voters emerged as a decisive factor in polls | EXPLAINED
India | Mar 18, 2024, 10:54 PM ISTLok Sabha elections: In the last couple of decades, women voters gained bargaining power as they understood the power of their votes, that's the reason no party wants to ignore them which is reflected in their policies and campaigns.
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Healthy eating habits for women of all ages
Health | Mar 13, 2024, 07:15 PM ISTDitch restrictive diets! This article explores how healthy eating empowers women at every stage, from boosting energy to supporting hormonal balance. Learn from an expert, how food nourishes body, mind, and soul for a life of vitality,
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South Korea's fertility rate, already world's lowest, slips to record low despite incentives
World | Feb 28, 2024, 04:03 PM ISTThe South Korean government has invested more than $270 billion to encourage couples to have more children, but the fertility rate dropped for the fourth straight year. Major political parties are showcasing policies to stem population decline, including housing and easy loans.
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96 crore citizens, including 47 crore women, eligible to cast vote in 2024 Lok Sabha elections
India | Jan 27, 2024, 03:47 PM ISTAs many as 96 crore people are eligible to cast their vote in the upcoming 2024 general elections. Out of the total voters registered in the electoral rolls, nearly 18 lakh are persons with disabilities.
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Women's Healthy Weight Day: 5 best ways to maintain an ideal weight
Lifestyle | Jan 18, 2024, 07:28 AM ISTWomen's Healthy Weight Day is a reminder that achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a journey, not a destination. By embracing these holistic practices, you can cultivate a healthy and sustainable lifestyle that empowers you to feel your best, both inside and out.
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PM Modi addresses women at Sthree Shakthi Modikk Oppam event in Kerala's Thrissur
India | Jan 03, 2024, 11:36 PM ISTPM Modi in Kerala: BJP state chief K Surendran has said women from various walks of life, including prominent personalities who have made their mark in various fields, would attend the event of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Thrissur.
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Rajasthan: LPG cylinders likely to be available for Rs 450 from January 1. Check details
Rajasthan | Dec 27, 2023, 08:49 PM ISTCheaper LPG cylinders in Rajasthan will be available from January 1, 2024. Currently, there are 70 lakh Ujjwala and BPL connection holders in Rajasthan.
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Madhya Pradesh's 'Laadli Behna' to get Rs 1250 today, announces CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Madhya Pradesh | Dec 10, 2023, 01:43 PM ISTLaadli Behna Yojana: Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has reinforced the significance of this initiative, emphasising its positive impact on the lives of women in the state. The scheme ensures that Rs 1250 is credited to the accounts of 1.31 crore women on the 10th of every month.
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Women accelerating India's digital transformation as IT player employs more female than male
Business | Nov 09, 2023, 11:48 PM ISTDigital infrastructure and digital solutions are enabling women to become socially and economically independent by ensuring their participation in all walks of life.
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5 common nutrient deficiencies in women: Symptoms and solutions
Health | Oct 31, 2023, 01:28 PM ISTNutrient deficiencies can have a significant impact on women's health and well-being. It is important for women to pay attention to their nutrient intake and ensure they are getting enough of these essential vitamins and minerals through their diet.
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Nobel Economics Prize awarded to Claudia Goldin for work on women's contribution to labour market
World | Oct 09, 2023, 03:51 PM ISTGoldin is an economics professor at Harvard University in the US and is the third woman to win the highly-coveted award. She is also the second woman to win the highly-coveted prize in economics.
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Rajasthan: Scuffle during smartphone distribution programme in Dausa
Rajasthan | Sep 29, 2023, 06:21 PM ISTA scuffle broke out between people and state administration in Rajasthan's Dausa during a smartphone distribution programme after a huge crowd gathered there. Women who were standing in queue for long hours said that they didn't receive the phones.
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Hot flashes may increase heart disease risk and Alzheimer's in women, explain studies
Health | Sep 28, 2023, 07:18 PM ISTVasomotor symptoms, more often referred to as hot flashes, are with roughly 70 per cent of midlife women reporting them. Not only do they interfere with a woman’s quality of life, but they have also been related to physical health risks.
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India TV-CNX survey: Who is to be credited for Women's Reservation Bill? What female masses think?
India | Sep 23, 2023, 08:04 PM ISTIndia TV-CNX conducted a survey to gauge what female voters think as to who should be credited for the passage of the Women's Reservation Bill in the Parliament. Let's take a look.
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PM Modi to address 'all women meeting' in UP's Varanasi tomorrow during day-long visit
Uttar Pradesh | Sep 22, 2023, 11:52 AM ISTPM Modi Varanasi visit: The Prime Minister will next visit the Rudraksha centre in his constituency where he will distribute prizes to the winners of Kashi Sansad Sanskritik Mahotsav and interact with students of Atal residential schools which he will dedicate to the nation.
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Women's Reservation Bill clears Rajya Sabha hurdle after Lok Sabha, celebrations begin
India | Sep 22, 2023, 04:50 PM ISTThe Women's Reservation Bill, to ensure 33 per cent quota i.e. one-third of seats in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, has been passed in Rajya Sabha, a day after it was cleared by Lok Sabha, marking a historic moment for the country.
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"Only Empowering Women In...": Smriti Irani Slams Sonia Gandhi Over New Bill
News | Sep 20, 2023, 11:13 PM ISTSonia Gandhi VS Smriti Irani: This morning Sonia Gandhi attacked the government in the women's reservation issue... tried to take credit...