SheLit News Desk | June 26, 2025 A recent global report has revealed alarming findings about the increasing risks that extreme heat poses to pregnant women worldwide. With the rise in global temperatures, expectant mothers are facing significantly higher chances of pregnancy complications, raising urgent concerns for public health and climate action. According […]
By SheLit News Desk | June 2025 In the quiet corners of rural India, a silent revolution is underway — led not by politicians or big corporations, but by ordinary women determined to rewrite the future of healthcare in their communities. Across states like Rajasthan, Bihar, Odisha, and Maharashtra, women are stepping beyond
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June 15, 2025 | Gender Equality | SheLit Desk India has fallen to 131st place out of 148 countries in the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index 2025, with a gender parity score of 64.4%. This marks a decline from its 2024 position of 129th out of 146 nations. By the Numbers: What’s
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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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