Women

From educators to creators: Government School teachers leading the change in children’s literature

16 Dec 2023 11:12 AM IST

Research shows that for children to ‘read well’ with meaning-making, there is a need to provide them with varied opportunities to read diverse, high-quality literature. When children read for pleasure, they enhance language, communication, and literacy. Age and language-appropriate books give children the motivation and reason to engage with text.

Deepfake Content: AI apps being used to ‘Nudify women,’ Surging in Popularity

11 Dec 2023 16:27 PM IST

Twenty-four million individuals visited undressing websites in September alone according to the Hindustan Times. Popular social networks are used by many of these “nudity,” or undressing, businesses for marketing purposes, according to Graphika. For example, the researchers found that since the start of the year, there have been over 2,400%

Resilience that holds the fort

09 Dec 2023 11:32 AM IST

My brain is my powerhouse’ she said with a twinkle in her eye when I met her! And I was infected!! Diagnosed with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, which is a progressive terminal disorder, at a mere sixteen and a half years, when all at her age are brimming with energy

Recognition is the greatest Motivator

09 Dec 2023 11:29 AM IST

The other day I was talking to my brother that I was once recognized by the same newspaper that I am often used to reading. It is not a matter of amount but it’s the push to boost one’s morale. If one keeps on writing but gets no appreciation then

Crafting Harmony: The Multi-Faceted Approach to Landscape Design and Collaborative Strategies for Success”

09 Dec 2023 11:27 AM IST

Q. What inspired you to become a landscape designer, and how did you get started in the field? A. I hold a postgraduate degree in Human Resource Management, a gold medalist from Guru Nanak Dev University and also UGC-NET qualified. After working in the HR department in an education institute

Namita Gokhale & Malvika Singh: Visionaries behind the Jaipur literature festival

09 Dec 2023 10:49 AM IST

The Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) has evolved into a literary phenomenon that transcends geographical boundaries, attracting bibliophiles, intellectuals, and literary enthusiasts from around the world. At the helm of this cultural extravaganza are Namita Gokhale and Malvika Singh, two extraordinary women whose passion for literature has shaped the festival into

Jaipur’s women Nirbhaya Squad: Guardians of safety & empowerment

09 Dec 2023 10:46 AM IST

In the dynamic city of Jaipur, where tradition meets modernity, a formidable force of empowerment has emerged — the Women Nirbhaya Squad. Comprising dedicated and fearless women, this squad is at the forefront of ensuring the safety and security of their fellow citizens. This article delves into the purpose, impact,

Rajasthan’s unsung heroines: Women in the freedom movement

09 Dec 2023 10:44 AM IST

Women in Rajasthan, despite the traditional constraints, made significant contributions to India’s freedom struggle. Their untold stories of courage, sacrifice, and resilience echo through the annals of history, shaping the narrative of Rajasthan’s role in the fight for independence. Rajasthan, renowned for its valor and royal legacy, witnessed the indomitable

Breaking menstrual stigma: Empowering education globally

09 Dec 2023 09:54 AM IST

Menstruation is a natural and integral aspect of life for the majority of women, occurring on a monthly basis for approximately two to seven days. Despite its commonplace occurrence, menstruation faces stigmatization on a global scale. Insufficient awareness surrounding this natural process fosters harmful misconceptions and discrimination, potentially depriving girls

Harmony in hygiene: Embracing wellness for a sustainable tomorrow

09 Dec 2023 09:51 AM IST

In recent times, as our collective consciousness shifts towards sustainable living, the importance of embracing organic and eco-friendly hygiene products becomes paramount. The intimate care market has undergone a transformative journey, with women increasingly recognizing the need for products that are not only effective but also gentle on their bodies

How can you lower your chance of developing heart disease risk

09 Dec 2023 09:50 AM IST

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular diseases, cancers, chronic respiratory diseases and diabetes are on the rise in India. The NFHS-5 report states high prevalence of hypertension (21% in women vs. 24% in men), diabetes (14%women and 16%men) and even overweight/obesity (24% in women and 23% in men). All these act

Creating Awareness on the Reasons to ‘Preserve the Uterus’ Need of the Hour

02 Dec 2023 09:28 AM IST

Leading experts at the 2nd edition of Preserve the Uterus National Summit concluded that better implementation of hysterectomy guidelines issued by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare along with integrated awareness efforts by all stakeholders as the way forward to curb the growing number of unnecessary hysterectomies in the country.