In a major step towards improving women’s healthcare access, Delhi has launched a new mobile health initiative aimed at early detection of breast cancer and cervical cancer, two of the most common and dangerous cancers affecting women in India. The initiative, popularly being called “Five-Minute Screening”, brings cancer screening services directly to communities through […]
Bollywood has never been just entertainment in India. It has always been a cultural force, shaping how we imagine love, relationships, marriage, heartbreak, and even forgiveness. For many people, Bollywood films and songs become the first exposure to romance, and the first “template” of what love is supposed to look like. But in
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The Union Budget 2026–27, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has placed women’s empowerment, safety, education, and entrepreneurship at the heart of several key policy initiatives. For Indian women, especially from rural and economically weaker sections this budget is more than numbers; it signals a strategic push toward financial independence, ease of education, and stronger
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Preparing for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is challenging for anyone but for women, the journey often comes with an additional, invisible burden: family pressure. Pressure to marry. Pressure to “choose something safer.” Pressure to prioritise household responsibilities over personal ambition. Yet, every year, women break these barriers and prove that
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This Republic Day, India witnessed a moment that went far beyond ceremonial pride. An all-women commando unit of the Varanasi Police led the Republic Day parade, sending a powerful message to the nation: women are not just protected,they are protectors. Dressed in combat gear, moving in flawless sync, and exuding quiet confidence, the
Every year on 26th January, India celebrates becoming a Republic. We salute the Constitution that gave us equality, liberty, and justice. For Indian women, this day should mean something deeply personal. Because on paper, the Indian Constitution is one of the most progressive documents in the world for women. But on the
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Every few months, a familiar debate resurfaces in India. A college issues a dress code. A woman is judged, harassed, or blamed. Social media erupts. And once again, the focus shifts to what she was wearing. Crop tops, shorts, sleeveless dresses, they become the accused. But the real question remains conveniently ignored: Are
Crop Tops Are Not the Problem. Our Mindset Is. Read More »
Introduction: When Technology Isn’t Neutral Artificial Intelligence and algorithms are often presented as objective, rational, and unbiased. We are told that machines don’t discriminate, people do. But reality tells a different story. From job hiring and healthcare to social media and finance, algorithms increasingly decide who gets opportunities and who doesn’t. And when
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In the quiet village of Chandu near Gurugram, a powerful transformation began not with slogans or protests, but with courage, conviction, and community. At the heart of this change stands Pooja Sharma, a woman who dared to step beyond traditional expectations and, in doing so, opened doors for hundreds of others. Breaking Barriers,
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In Indian history, where kings and emperors dominate narratives, Ahilyabai Holkar stands out as a rare example of wisdom, justice, and compassionate governance. Ruling the Malwa kingdom in the 18th century, she redefined leadership not through conquest, but through ethical administration, social welfare, and cultural revival. Her life remains a powerful reminder that effective governance
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