Equal participation of women a must, says President Murmu on Women’s Day | India News – The Times of India

Equal participation of women a must, says President Murmu on Women’s Day | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: Speaking on the International Women’s Day, President Droupadi Murmu has said that to achieve development in the true sense, “we must ensure equal participation of women, who constitute nearly half of the country’s population”.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a post on X, stressed that empowerment of women is at the core of the…

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Sabarimala case: 9-judge SC bench to hear pleas on discrimination against women at religious places | India News – The Times of India

Sabarimala case: 9-judge SC bench to hear pleas on discrimination against women at religious places | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: A 9-judge bench of Supreme Court will hear the pleas relating to discrimination against women at religious places, including Kerala‘s Sabarimala Temple.The hearing is set to begin April 7 and proposed to be concluded on April 22. The composition of the 9-judge bench will be notified by the Chief Justice of India separately…

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‘Aan Paavam Pollathathu’ director humbly accepts criticism on gender debate: ‘The audience is always right’ | – The Times of India

‘Aan Paavam Pollathathu’ director humbly accepts criticism on gender debate: ‘The audience is always right’ | – The Times of India

Director Kalaiyarasan Thangavel acknowledges audience feedback on his film ‘Aan Paavam Pollathathu’. He accepts criticism regarding gender equality, stating the audience is always right. Thangavel clarifies the film’s theme of self-realization and equality. He praises his technical team for their collective effort. The director expresses optimism for future projects, aiming to tell more stories freely….

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‘Preach Janhvi Kapoor’: Priyanka Chopra gives shoutout to ‘Param Sundari’ star for her empowering message on gender equality | – The Times of India

‘Preach Janhvi Kapoor’: Priyanka Chopra gives shoutout to ‘Param Sundari’ star for her empowering message on gender equality | – The Times of India

Priyanka Chopra is known for championing women’s voices, and this week she used her platform to highlight Janhvi Kapoor’s inspiring thoughts on gender equality. As the conversation around women’s empowerment continues to grow in the industry, Priyanka’s gesture added momentum to Janhvi’s message, sparking discussions across social media. Priyanka Chopra gives Janhvi a heartfelt shoutout…

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WHO urges countries to make fertility care affordable and accessible | India News – The Times of India

WHO urges countries to make fertility care affordable and accessible | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Friday urged countries — including India — to make fertility care safer, fairer and affordable, releasing its first-ever global guideline on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infertility.Infertility affects 1 in 6 adults of reproductive age, yet access to fertility services remains limited and costly. In many…

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Working parents in the US struggle under unequal expectations, hidden labour, and broken work-life balance – The Times of India

Working parents in the US struggle under unequal expectations, hidden labour, and broken work-life balance – The Times of India

Working parents in USImage credit: Canva For millions of working parents in the United States, the promise of “balance” between career and family remains a distant ideal. Despite decades of workplace reforms and heightened awareness of gender equality, structural and cultural barriers persist, forcing many parents, especially mothers, into a constant juggling act. The 2025…

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No more single-gender schools in Maharashtra: Are co-ed classrooms a step towards equality or a cultural challenge? – The Times of India

No more single-gender schools in Maharashtra: Are co-ed classrooms a step towards equality or a cultural challenge? – The Times of India

Maharashtra is set to usher in a new era of schooling: the state will no longer grant permission for all-boys or all-girls schools. The directive, issued recently by the school education department, aims to foster gender equality and mutual respect among students by promoting co-education. According to the department, such an approach cultivates an environment…

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‘India’s steadfast support’: PM Modi backs Nepal’s interim PM Sushila Karki; extends greetings on national day | India News – The Times of India

‘India’s steadfast support’: PM Modi backs Nepal’s interim PM Sushila Karki; extends greetings on national day | India News – The Times of India

PM Modi and Nepal interim PM Sushila Karki NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reaffirmed India’s support to Nepal’s new interim leadership, saying he had a “warm conversation” with Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki.In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Had a warm conversation with Mrs. Sushila Karki, Prime Minister of the…

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