Page 3 - Latest Updates on International Women's Day
Women's Day: France inscribes the right to abortion in its constitution
The measure was overwhelmingly approved by French lawmakers earlier this week, and Friday's ceremony means it can now enter into force
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Women's day: Indian army to launch 2 sports companies for 'Nari Shakti'
The AGSCs will be located at two Army's Centre of Excellence nodes i.e. Army Marksmanship Unit, Mhow in Madhya Pradesh and Army Sports Institute, Pune
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Women make disciplined, long-term investment plans for goals: Study
41% of New Investors at FinEdge in 2023 Were Women, 71% of women investors stay invested for over five years
 "Women make disciplined, long-term investment plans for goals: Study")
International Women's Day 2024: 5 key government schemes for women
International Women's Day 2024: The government has launched several schemes to develop women's skills and help them tackle multiple challenges at their workspaces
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Farmers' protest nears a month, women-led stir planned today: Top updates
Farmers' protest: 200 farm union bodies have been camping on the Punjab-Haryana and Delhi borders since February 13 as they seek to enter the national capital to press the Centre for their demands
 "Farmers' protest nears a month, women-led stir planned today: Top updates")
Google celebrates International Women's Day 2024, depicting gender equality
Google Doodle is also celebrating International Women's Day 2024 commemorating women's economic, cultural, social and political achievements
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Despite legislative progress, gender issues still on margins, say experts
"This includes not only increasing women's representation in political spaces but also ensuring that their voices are heard and acted upon in decision-making processes," she said
 "Despite legislative progress, gender issues still on margins, say experts")
Women's day: Gender diversity, inclusion a strategic necessity for biz
Shyamala Ramesh, Program Manager, Zoho Corporation said this is due to the fact that many women in tech quit mid-career as they do not get the support that they need
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Int'l Women's Day: Wikimedia launches 'Wikipedia needs more women' campaign
Since 2021, India has seen a steady growth rate of 13 per cent in content related to women on Wikimedia projects because of the efforts of individual contributors as well as collective initiatives
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International Women's Day 2024: Wishes, messages, quotes to share
On International Women's Day 2024, how about we collectively celebrate the achievements of women all from all places, intensify their voices, and to renew our obligation to gender equality
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Fewer women feel safe in India than before: Georgetown Institute Index
Other countries fare better in this aspect: 91 per cent of women in China feel safe, while in the United Kingdom and the United States, the figures are 74 per cent and 61 per cent, respectively
 "Fewer women feel safe in India than before: Georgetown Institute Index")
Why women's retirement, financial planning must differ from men's
Save diligently to counter the impact of career breaks, establish emergency fund to avoid touching the retirement portfolio
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Women in public sector boardroom: Public-private gap widens, shows data
Eight out of 10 key board committee members are men, shows data
Women-led direct-to-consumer brands see 54-fold growth in 2023: Simpl
Women-led D2C brands growth in 2023 was driven by demand in beauty, apparel, and personal care. Rising internet commerce in non-metro cities fuel this trend
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International Women's Day 2024: What's the theme for this year?
International Women's Day 2024 is marked every year on March 8. This day signifies the opportunity to observe equality in all sectors of society
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Resolve to build 'Viksit Bharat' will be fulfilled by nation's women: Birla
Addressing the 58th Annual Function of Laxmibai College, Delhi University, on Wednesday, Birla said the women of India will lead the nation on the path of prosperity and glory
 "Resolve to build 'Viksit Bharat' will be fulfilled by nation's women: Birla")
Women's rights as a power play
With elections approaching, women have become the focus of political contestations, but no amount of handouts can change the reality of gender disparity in India
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63% women aspire to be entrepreneurs, seek financial independence: Study
The fourth edition of the PayNearby Women Financial Index finds more women are seeking financial independence, adopting digital payments, and seeking better financial planning
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International Women's Day 2024: Why do we celebrate this day?
International Women's Day 2024: The world celebrates this day to promote women's rights and equality. It is an opportunity to acknowledge women's equality and progress
