Modi says women officers to get permanent commission in defence forces
There was no clarification on the extent to which women will be allowed in the forces.
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As more women run for office, US state legislatures are poised to change
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Australian Senate appoints first Muslim woman member amid race row
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How marital spats can affect your health
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Modi praises nation's 'daughters' for crossing 7 seas
Six women Indian Navy officers circumnavigated the globe recently on the INSV Tarini.
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Young US women most unhappy with Trump presidency: Poll
YouGov interviewed 2,093 US female adults online between July 26 and 30.
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Women's groups blast Venice fest for lack of female representation
European Womens Audiovisual Network (EWA) has written an open letter to Venice.
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40% young Chinese entrepreneurs are female
The report was based on a survey of 6,928 entrepreneurs aged 16 to 35.
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Wipro arm offers scholarships to girls in three southern states
About 50 per cent of scholarships are reserved for applicants from backward districts.
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Women safety awareness drive held in Gurugram
'Durga Shakti' app is an Android-based initiative of Haryana police for women safety.
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Northern Railway women staff demand change in uniform
They have requested just white aprons which can be worn over their clothes.
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'Pappada Ammoomma' turns a star on social media
Vasumathy Amma has been selling pappads at Chalai market in Thiruvananthapuram and nearby places for the last 40...
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Record number of women nominated for US Congress, governorships
At least 182 female major party nominees will run for the House, beating the record of 167 from 2016.
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Google, 91springboard to upskill female entrepreneurs in India
The trainings will focus on honing leadership skills, running design sprints, fostering tech-focused discussions, and...
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Marin dreams of Princess of Asturias Award
Marin beat India's P V Sindhu in final round of latest World Badminton Championship.
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In a first, three women judges in Supreme Court
Justice Indira Banerjee is the eighth woman judge in the Supreme Court since Independence
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Kudumbashree to now watch out for criminal activities
The members have been tasked with reporting on drugs and hooch sales and other issues adversely affecting women.
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Kajol's advice to mothers: Don't forget your identity
Kajol, who also celebrated her birthday at the trailer launch of "Helicopter Eela", said motherhood is not about...
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Bald is beautiful, says Sonali Bendre
On the occasion of Friendship Day, Sonali shared a photograph with with her friend Sussanne Khan clicked by actor...
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Gender disparity still rife in media, say top women journos
The panelists stressed on the need to rethink policies and benefits extended to women, as well as parities in...
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Meet the best cadet of first all-woman police battalion
Ajitha was selected as the best trainee from among 578 cadets, after undergoing rigorous training for 9 months.
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Chandigarh gets first all-woman cab service
The new all-woman service is the first time in the region that will have dedicated women drivers for women commuters.
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My Quantico stint may inspire coloured women to eye US showbiz: PC
When Priyanka landed the role for 'Quantico', she was touted as the first South Asian to headline an American network...
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Kudumbashree to build house for poor woman
Odattu Vijayamma, a resident of Vavakadu, will soon move to her new house.
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In Goa's sole medical college women booze more than men
The study involved interviewing 350 students from the college.
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'Horrors that can't be told': Afghan women report Islamic State rapes
Documents captured in Syria in 2015 revealed ways in which Islamic State theologians regulated the use of female...
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New Zealand prime minister back to office with newborn
Ardern said that Neve would travel with her for the timebeing given she is breastfeeding.
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Lara Dutta talks about challenges Indian models face
Lara is currently mentoring the candidates of Miss Diva.
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Rising female, senior workers keeping inflation low in Japan
Prolonged deflation has made Japanese accustomed to low wage and price growth.
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Sexual abuse 'endemic' in international aid sector: Report
Reports recounts sexual exploitation of minors by UN and aid agency staff in refugee camps.
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Women are complicated beings: Angela Bassett
Angela feels that the doors leading to a shift in things for women in Hollywood and the world has opened thanks to...
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Why many women avoid the spotlight at work
Women adjusting to evolving family needs often embrace a behind-the-scenes approach.
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How tribal women of Kanha are driving their own destiny
Kanha is one of the few national parks where women forest guards are stationed.
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More Indian women opt for higher studies
Total enrolment in higher education has been estimated to be 36.6 million, with 19.2 million boys and 17.4 million...
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I don't go looking for roles of strong women: Rebecca Ferguson
Ferguson said it is a 'good time' in Hollywood courtesy the #MeToo and Time's Up movements, which are bringing people...
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KTDC’s ‘ladies only’ lodge to open soon
Lodge will have 22 rooms and 2 dormitories which can accommodate up to 28 people.
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UNICEF warns of HIV crisis in teen girls
Teenagers, and particularly girls, are bearing the brunt of the global AIDS epidemic with around 30 adolescents...
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Important to represent women that weren't seen through the male lens: Vanessa Kirby
Actress Vanessa says there is a need to represent women - who couldn't find a spot in the narrative scripted by the...
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Kozhikode a safe place to work, feel women from other states
These women came here in search of a job and have been in Kozhikode for a short period. But all of them have only...
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Crimes against women on rise in India: NCRB
The data showed that crimes against Scheduled Castes also went up from over 38,000 (38,670) in 2015 to more than...
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Women in Pak village cast ballots for first time
A history-making event took place for women in conservative areas.
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Ireland to hold international conference of female parliamentarians
The event will be attended by an estimated 300 delegates from over 27 countries and regions.
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London unveils seven-point pledge to ensure women safety
The summit, called 'Reclaim the Night,' brings together representatives from various sectors.
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Women who sued Johnson & Johnson declare victory
A St. Louis jury on July 12 concluded that J&J's talc-based products contained asbestos, causing the 22 women, six of...
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If Draupadi’s hair vow lasted 13 years, Thara Vijayan’s is running 36
Behind the 79-year-old’s untied hair lies a story wrapped in memories, poignant and painful.
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Touching the sky: Saudi aviation academy to train women pilots
The academy is part of a $300 million project that includes a school for aircraft maintenance and an international...
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Survey on 'India most dangerous for women' based on perception: Govt
The survey by a British media organisation of about 550 experts on issues faced by women claimed last month that...
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A light has been turned on: Angela Bassett on post #MeToo world
It is time for women to break open the door and change things, says the actor.
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Pink police patrol turns a year old on Kottayam roads
The Kottayam unit is the first in the state to begin night patrol as well.
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