Tag: women's rights
Congress accuses BJP of security failures, questions PoK U-turn
Key TakeawaysThe Congress party has accused the BJP government of failing to prevent major terrorist attacks and succumbing to foreign pressure on matters of...
Telangana Transport Minister travels by RTC bus, highlights success of Maha Lakshmi Scheme
Key TakeawaysThe Maha Lakshmi Scheme provides free bus travel to women across the state of Telangana.The scheme has been widely adopted, with many women...
Empowering Women: A Strategic Imperative to Counter Islamic Radicalism
Key TakeawaysEmpowering women through education and economic opportunities can help counter Islamic radicalism.Educated and economically independent women can serve as powerful counterforces to extremist...
SC: State should facilitate breastfeeding in public and workplaces
Key TakeawaysThe Supreme Court has ruled that the State must facilitate breastfeeding in public and workplaces.The court has directed the establishment of at least...
SC sets aside Calcutta HC remarks on adolescent girls’ sexual urges
Key TakeawaysKey Takeaway 1: The Supreme Court set aside the Calcutta HC remarks on adolescent girls' sexual urges, acquitting a man under the POCSO...
Iraq’s Legalization of Child Marriage: A Step Backward in Human Rights
Key TakeawaysThe proposed law in Iraq would allow girls as young as 9 to be married, sparking international condemnation and concerns over human rights.Child...
