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India Launches Nationwide Campaign to Eliminate Cervical Cancer Through HPV Vaccination

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India has initiated an ambitious campaign to eliminate cervical cancer by training tens of thousands of doctors to promote and administer the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. This initiative addresses the significant burden of cervical cancer in the country, which accounts for one in five cases globally, with a woman dying from the disease every eight […]

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Sexual Harassment in India: Legal Provisions and Rights

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Sexual harassment is a serious violation of personal dignity and fundamental rights. In India, it is recognized as a criminal offense under various laws that aim to protect individuals, especially women, from harassment in workplaces, public spaces, and online.   What is Sexual Harassment?   Sexual harassment includes unwelcome acts, gestures, or advances of a

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The Rise of Singlehood: Why More Women Are Choosing to Stay Single

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In recent years, there has been a notable shift in relationship trends, with more women choosing to remain single rather than conforming to societal expectations of marriage and partnership. This phenomenon is not confined to any one region but is seen globally, driven by factors such as career aspirations, financial independence, emotional well-being, and personal

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‘Alpha Male’ Corporate Culture Sparks Backlash from Women in Business

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March 24, 2025   A growing trend of aggressive corporate leadership, led by figures such as Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos, is drawing criticism from women in the workforce. As large companies cut diversity programs, enforce return-to-office policies, and push a more ruthless work culture, many women in business see this as a

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Business Leaders Take on Endurance Challenges to Support Women’s Causes

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March 24, 2025   Several business executives are stepping out of their corporate comfort zones to engage in extreme endurance challenges, raising funds for women’s health and education initiatives. Pauline Paterson, the owner of Dr Paw Paw lip balms, recently participated in a grueling six-day, 1,000-kilometer rickshaw rally across India. Her goal? To raise £350,000

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Gang-Rape Survivor Becomes Advocate for Sexual Violence Awareness in India

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March 24, 2025   A young survivor of gang rape in India has transformed her trauma into a mission for justice and awareness, challenging the stigma surrounding sexual violence in her community. Kiran, now 21, was just 13 when she was brutally assaulted by three men in her village in northeast India. Despite initial backlash

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Tragic Loss: Hemali Patel’s Life Cut Short in Vadodara Car Crash

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In a heart-wrenching incident that has left the community in mourning, 35-year-old Hemali Patel lost her life in a tragic car accident late Wednesday night. Hemali, a devoted wife and mother, had stepped out with her husband, Purav Patel, and their young daughter to purchase colors for the upcoming Holi festival—a celebration they had been

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59-Year-Old Indian Woman, Vasanthi Cheruveettil, Reaches Everest Base Camp, Defying Age Barriers

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Kathmandu, March 23, 2025 In an inspiring feat of endurance and determination, 59-year-old Vasanthi Cheruveettil from India has successfully reached the Everest Base Camp (EBC), proving that age is no barrier to adventure. Vasanthi, a passionate trekker and fitness enthusiast, embarked on the grueling journey to the base of the world’s highest peak, which sits

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