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File photo: PM Modi (Picture credit: PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wrote about women’s empowerment on social media ahead of the special session of Parliament.In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the country is set to take a “historic step” in empowering women as lawmakers prepare to discuss an…
When the 106th Constitutional Amendment passed through both Houses of Parliament in September 2023, 454 votes in favour in the Lok Sabha, unanimous in the Rajya Sabha, it was hailed as a historic moment. But laws have a way of living in the gap between their passage and their implementation. Nearly two and a half…
Discover natural remedies for female hair loss, from coconut oil massages to onion juice and aloe vera. The article emphasizes addressing underlying causes like stress and diet, while also advising against damaging hair practices. Patience and consistency are key, with results typically appearing within weeks. Noticing a bald spot can be a genuine shock. It’s…
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, promising Rs 2,000 monthly aid for women heads of households and a one-time Rs 10,000 assistance per household.Announcing the move, Union minister JP Nadda outlined key proposals aimed at financial assistance, safety, and economic empowerment of women. “The…
Designed by the legendary Zaha Hadid, The Opus is a striking glass cube with a fluid void carved through its centre. The building combines offices, residences, and a hotel, reflecting mixed-use development trends. Its futuristic design and innovative engineering make it one of Dubai’s most recognisable architectural landmarks. These are some of the incredible architectural…
NEW DELHI: Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi on Monday warned that the Centre’s reported push on delimitation—not women’s reservation—is the “real issue” behind the special Parliament session, calling it “extremely dangerous” and an “assault” on the Constitution.In an article published in The Hindu, Congress Rajya Sabha MP argued that any exercise to increase the…
Looking back at her experiences in early 2000s Hollywood, Scarlett Johansson describes it as a ‘tough experience’ marked by intense scrutiny of appearance and a scarcity of meaningful roles for women. Now, she finds hope in the growing array of strong, multi-dimensional characters available to female performers, a welcome departure from the restrictive stereotypes that…
NEW DELHI: Women aced voter turnout in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry on Thursday, not only recording their highest-ever polling percentage but also surpassing the male voter turnout in the two states and the Union territory. A whopping 91.4% of the female electorate in Puducherry, 86.5% in Assam and 81.2% in Kerala voted. In comparison, the…
To woo women voters in Assam, BJP and Congress have pitched competing cash-transfers. In Assam, the BJP sankalp patra promised that the monthly direct bank transfer under Orunodoi scheme would be increased to Rs 3,000 for women and that it aims for 40 lakh “lakhpati baideos , a flagship initiative to economically empower women. Congress,…
Meryl Streep is thrilled to reprise her iconic role as Miranda Priestly in ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, highlighting the rarity of substantial roles for older women in Hollywood. The sequel, set to release May 1, sees Priestly navigating the changing media landscape and facing off against Emily Blunt’s character. The film promises a powerful…
