News for 'gender equality'

Ladies, Build Your Business Skills! Build Your Technical Skills!

Ladies, Build Your Business Skills! Build Your Technical Skills!

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Never let self-doubt get in your way and the fear of rejection stop you from growing.

Siddharth Chatterjee takes over as top UN diplomat in China

Siddharth Chatterjee takes over as top UN diplomat in China

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Chatterjee, whose early career was in the Indian Army, was decorated for gallantry by the President of India in 1995.

'Not counting caste is as political an act as counting it'

'Not counting caste is as political an act as counting it'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'The upper caste elite's belief that they are casteless is a belief that is available only to the upper castes. Because all the lower castes are reminded by society every day what their caste is.'

'AAP has failed to bring gender perspective in the party'

'AAP has failed to bring gender perspective in the party'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2015

Aam Aadmi Party's eminent women supporters are backing the 'Swaraj Samwad' with a focus on women participation in politics. They also haven't given up on dreams of a united AAP. Upasna Pandey reports

FIFA suspends Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales over kiss

FIFA suspends Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales over kiss

Rediff.com26 Aug 2023

FIFA on Saturday suspended Spanish federation chief Luis Rubiales from all soccer-related activities

SC allows entry of women of all ages in Sabarimala temple

SC allows entry of women of all ages in Sabarimala temple

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

The apex court said banning entry of women to Kerala's Sabrimala temple is gender discrimination and the practice violates rights of Hindu women.

'We can create a more equal world'

'We can create a more equal world'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla Chan introduced their daughter Maxima to the world with a beautiful and thoughtful letter.

Like men, women too can enter any place of worship: SC

Like men, women too can enter any place of worship: SC

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

In a boost to gender equality campaign, the Bombay high court on Wednesday observed that if men are allowed in a place of worship then women should also be permitted as no law prevents them from doing so.

New survey rates India high on religious freedom

New survey rates India high on religious freedom

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

India is among the world's highest supporters for religious freedom, according to a new research that, however, found the country to be lagging behind on several measures of free expression including government censorship, competitive elections and internet freedom.

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

'Make caste discrimination in schools and colleges a crime'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

'The government should immediately enact an Act to make caste discrimination a criminal offence and lay down a procedure similar to that of the Anti-Ragging Act.' 'Ragging has nearly been eliminated because it is treated as a criminal offence.' 'Similar procedure should be used in case of caste discrimination.'

'I am not a fan of Bigg Boss'

'I am not a fan of Bigg Boss'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

'I deserve being around cute boys and girls. I am going to wear cute clothes and have fun.'

Tokyo Olympics: All the interesting numbers

Tokyo Olympics: All the interesting numbers

Rediff.com9 Aug 2021

A summary of major figures and facts at the Tokyo Games.

'Women in India should feel safe wearing what she wants'

'Women in India should feel safe wearing what she wants'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

On International Women's Day, seven successful women share their wishes and dreams for a perfect India.

What is this schoolgirl doing on the ramp?

What is this schoolgirl doing on the ramp?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2017

Pakistani designer Ali Xeeshan made a girl in school uniform walk the ramp for his bridal show to protest against child marriage.

'India Inc remains reluctant to integrate women in workforce'

'India Inc remains reluctant to integrate women in workforce'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

More than 61 per cent of women choose non-professional courses.

From Australia to US: 'A Day without Women' protests erupt

From Australia to US: 'A Day without Women' protests erupt

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

From Ireland to Poland, Thailand to the United States, women from more than 50 countries are getting involved in the first International Women's Strike to show solidarity with an energised global women's movement.

Shabaash Mithu Review

Shabaash Mithu Review

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

Two things keep Shabaash Mithu relevant: Taapsee Pannu and the sheer grit of the Mithali Raj story, observes Deepti Patwardhan.

'Life was very difficult for me as I was faced with too many challenges'

'Life was very difficult for me as I was faced with too many challenges'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2021

This beauty queen's story will inspire you.

These Scientists Shaped India

These Scientists Shaped India

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

I suggest we build a Vigyan Mandir (Temple of Science) with the ambience of a place of worship, so that it becomes a destination for pilgrims. We should embed on its walls bronze plaques describing each scientist mentioned here along with about a dozen of our ancient mathematicians, recommends Professor Kalyan Singhal, historian of science and technology.

No gender bias: Women have magic formula for situations, say HR execs

No gender bias: Women have magic formula for situations, say HR execs

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Women are considered to be very serious about their performance in their respective companies.

Kaalkoot Review: Vijay Varma Gets Another Thumbs Up

Kaalkoot Review: Vijay Varma Gets Another Thumbs Up

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

With a solid Vijay Varma at its centre, Kaalkoot is a riveting watch, raves Mayur Sanap.

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

'People are realising his 'Pappu' image has no truth'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

'Rahul Gandhi has shown courage to heal the heart of democracy.'

Change in authority in Kabul was neither through negotiations, nor inclusive: India

Change in authority in Kabul was neither through negotiations, nor inclusive: India

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Addressing the UNSC High Level Open Debate on 'Peacebuilding and sustaining peace: Diversity, state building and the search for peace', Muraleedharan said the expectations of the international community on Afghanistan, including on combating terrorism, are set out clearly in the UN Security Council Resolution 2593, that was adopted under India's Presidency of the 15-nation Council in August.

Fed Cup to be re-named Billie Jean King Cup

Fed Cup to be re-named Billie Jean King Cup

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Billie Jean King helped the United States win the inaugural Fed Cup, the team event is being re-named in honour of the greatest trailblazer in women's tennis.

Shabana Azmi defends Deepika's My Choice

Shabana Azmi defends Deepika's My Choice

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

'If you start from a position of compromise, you end up getting nothing.' Shabana Azmi explains.

Kumbh: Woman seer demands facility at par with males; arrested

Kumbh: Woman seer demands facility at par with males; arrested

Rediff.com27 Apr 2016

The woman, Trikal Bhavanta, the Pari Akhara head, who entered into a samadhi on Tuesday for not getting facilities at par with male seers in the Mela, was arrested on Wednesday on charges of disrupting peace.

87% Indians agree that 'wife must obey husband': Study

87% Indians agree that 'wife must obey husband': Study

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Eighty per cent agree with the idea that "when there are few jobs, men should have more rights to a job than women."

Will greet Trupti with 'slippers' if she marches to Haji Ali: Sena activist

Will greet Trupti with 'slippers' if she marches to Haji Ali: Sena activist

Rediff.com23 Apr 2016

The Shiv Sena leadership, however, distanced themselves from the comment of Arafat Shaik saying "be it a man or a woman, all have equal rights to enter any religious place."

Step aside, Johnnie! Jane Walker whisky to celebrate women

Step aside, Johnnie! Jane Walker whisky to celebrate women

Rediff.com8 Mar 2018

Many women find the re-branding effort patronising as opposed to inviting. Social media has already started ripping the campaign to shreds.

Govt to raise legal marriage age of women from 18 to 21

Govt to raise legal marriage age of women from 18 to 21

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Experts, however, have raised concern over the decision, saying the move is akin to treating symptoms instead of the underlying causes.

Trupti Desai enters Haji Ali dargah, skips core area

Trupti Desai enters Haji Ali dargah, skips core area

Rediff.com12 May 2016

"Today, I entered Haji Ali Dargah. I went till the point where women were allowed to go and offered prayers. The police were helpful this time. This is a fight for gender equality," Desai said after offering prayers.

SC notice to Centre on plea seeking uniform grounds of succession

SC notice to Centre on plea seeking uniform grounds of succession

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued notice to the central government and others seeking gender-neutral, religion-neutral, uniform grounds of succession and inheritance for all citizens throughout the country.

Muslim women forum to move SC seeking mosque entry

Muslim women forum to move SC seeking mosque entry

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

The group will not just seek permission for women to offer prayers in the mosques, but also fight for appointing them as 'imams' (clerics).

SC seeks govt's view on same-sex marriage petition in 4 weeks

SC seeks govt's view on same-sex marriage petition in 4 weeks

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

A gay couple has moved the Supreme Court of India seeking legal recognition of same-sex marriages under the Special Marriage Act and to issue appropriate directions to the authorities concerned to allow them to solemnise their marriage.

Be vigilant at all time: Army Chief to soldiers

Be vigilant at all time: Army Chief to soldiers

Rediff.com14 Jan 2020

He noted that the primary responsibility of the Indian Army is to maintain operational readiness of the "highest order".

What is India's Destiny?

What is India's Destiny?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

The events of the last few years shows that pessimism about where we have arrived and where we are headed is justified, asserts Aakar Patel.

Why Must Mark and Musk Be So Macho?

Why Must Mark and Musk Be So Macho?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

Haven't they heard about the 'Tale of Two Brothers'? asks Suveen Sinha.

These women warriors are fighting the IS in Syria

These women warriors are fighting the IS in Syria

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Women make up 40 per cent of the entire Kurdish militia

All men so far, Sebi board set to see women members

All men so far, Sebi board set to see women members

Rediff.com15 Mar 2016

Sebi Chairman U K Sinha has often chastised listed companies for not having enough women on their boards.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani delivers a king-sized entertainer that blends old charm with fresh ideas. It is a win for Karan Johar whose conviction works big time to satisfying results, asserts Mayur Sanap.