June 14, 2025 | Health | SheLit Desk A recent U.S.-based study has revealed a deeply concerning trend: alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) deaths are rising more rapidly among women than men — signaling an urgent need for gender-specific awareness and interventions in public health. Sharp Increase Among Women and Young Adults The […]
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Imphal, May 28, 2025 In a significant display of civic activism, women across Manipur have intensified their protests, demanding the immediate restoration of an elected government and the resignation of state legislators who have failed to address the ongoing crisis. On May 27, a group of women in Imphal organized a protest urging the state’s
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Bollywood actress Ananya Panday has recently opened up about her experiences with body shaming and the unrealistic beauty standards prevalent in the film industry. In candid conversations, she shared the challenges she faced since her debut at 18, highlighting the scrutiny over her appearance and the double standards women often encounter. Early Criticism and
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In a decisive move to enhance women’s safety in the national capital, the Delhi Police has launched a specialized initiative called ‘Shishtachar’ Squads—a fleet of 30 dedicated teams tasked with tackling eve-teasing, harassment, and public misconduct across the city. The name ‘Shishtachar’, meaning etiquette or decorum in Hindi, reflects the initiative’s dual focus: enforcing
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In a remarkable stride towards gender equality in education, women’s enrolment in Indian universities saw a significant 26% rise in 2024, far outpacing the 3.6% growth recorded among male students, according to recent government data. This surge reflects a growing momentum in bridging the gender gap in higher education and signals a broader transformation in
Actress Chrissy Metz, renowned for her role in This Is Us, captivated attendees at Variety’s Power of Women event in Nashville by revealing her remarkable 100-pound weight loss. The 44-year-old star graced the event in a vibrant pastel dress paired with white cowboy boots, exuding confidence and joy. Metz’s transformation is the result of
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Chandigarh | April 22, 2025 A growing chorus of academics, human rights activists, and civil society leaders has urged the Punjab Chief Minister to take immediate action against police personnel accused of torturing women farm activists and teachers. The women, affiliated with the BKU (Ekta Ugrahan) farmers’ union, were reportedly targeted during their support
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In a proud and inspiring moment for India, Shakti Dubey, a young woman from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has secured All India Rank 1 in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination 2024, one of the most prestigious and competitive exams in the country. What makes her achievement even more remarkable is that it
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In a significant move to enhance public amenities for women, the Maharashtra Lokayukta, Justice (Retired) V. M. Kanade, has directed the demolition of outdated toilet facilities and the construction of modern, inclusive amenities at Mumbai’s Oval and Cross Maidans. This decision follows a suo motu cognizance taken in September 2024, prompted by reports highlighting the
The Government of India has appointed Poonam Gupta, Director General of the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER), as the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term. This appointment fills the vacancy left by Michael Patra, who completed his tenure in January 2025. Gupta brings extensive experience from
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