Women staff in Indian Railways crosses 1.1 lakh-mark

Women staff in Indian Railways crosses 1.1 lakh-mark

The number of women employees in Indian Railways has been steadily rising over the last 10 years, with the total crossing 1.13 lakh, which constitutes 8.2 per cent of the total workforce, up from 6.6 per cent in 2014, according to official figures. Mar 10, 2025
Tourist spots of J&K

Historic tourist flow in J&K: 2.3 crore people visited valley in 2024

J&K witnessed an all-time high of 2.36 crore tourists in 2024, including 65,452 foreign visitors, 5.12 lakh Amarnath pilgrims, and 94.56 lakh Vaishno Devi Yatris. According to the Economic Survey Report, promotional campaigns, digital outreach, and landmark events have significantly boosted tourism. Mar 9, 2025
Annpurna Devi to showcase India's women empowerment initiatives at UN event

Annpurna Devi to showcase India's women empowerment initiatives at UN event

A government delegation, led by Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi, is set to participate in the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), which is starting from March 10 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, it was announced on Sunday. Mar 9, 2025
Women demonstrate in solidarity around the world on International Women's day

We, the women, deserve it all

This op-ed highlights the persistent gender inequality, discrimination, and violence women face despite living in the 21st century. It critiques how respect for women is often limited to symbolic gestures like International Women's Day while systemic issues remain unaddressed. Mar 8, 2025