5 Myths Busted About Pregnancy After The 30s

19 Jul 2024 15:29 PM IST

Pregnancy is a special experience in a woman’s life that marks a significant transformation. During pregnancy , a woman goes through many physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes. This period is often surrounded by myths and misconceptions, particularly for those who are in their 30s. One of the reasons for the

Work From Home For Women: The Rise Of Multi-Level Marketing

19 Jul 2024 14:29 PM IST

As the world becomes increasingly digital, the concept of working from home has gained immense popularity, especially among women. With the rise of multi-level marketing (MLM) in India, women now have a unique opportunity to work from the comfort of their own homes and earn a decent income. Such work

The Importance of Female Leadership in Today’s Market

13 Jul 2024 03:46 AM IST

In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, women have emerged into the workforce and are excelling in various fields. For most of our women, the urge to support the family and to lead a life with quality and dignity is what has been the moving factor to explore the working space. For

Are Education & Employment a Double-Edged Sword?

13 Jul 2024 03:42 AM IST

My friend’s daughter got married early this year. As is customary to invite for “first dinner” and “first lunches”, I decided to invite the newlyweds over home. Anisha stepped inside home in the finery of a new bride, wearing a beautiful saree, stunning jewellery, gushing with the same affection as

The Dark Side of Internet: Cybercrime against Women

13 Jul 2024 03:39 AM IST

As India becomes more digital, the internet is now a big part of our lives, offering many benefits but also becoming a weapon of misuse by cyber criminals. This digital growth also brings challenges, especially when it comes to cybercrime against women. Meaning of Cyber Crime India does not define

Sunakhi Punjaban: Celebrating Punjabi Culture and Empowering Women

13 Jul 2024 03:37 AM IST

Sunakhi Punjaban, Delhi’s first Punjabi beauty pageant, was established in 2019 to promote Punjabi customs, traditions, and culture. Over the past five seasons, it emerged as a vibrant beacon, celebrating the rich tapestry of Punjabi culture and enhancing the diverse regional variety and linguistic nuances of Punjab. The sixth season

UN Report: Taliban’s Harsh Rules Create Fear, Target Women

10 Jul 2024 13:02 PM IST

Taliban, a Sunni Islamist terrorist group ruling in Afghanistan, has imposed harsh restrictions on personal freedoms, according to a recent UN report by the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). The Taliban’s morality police, known as the Ministry of the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (MPVPV), enforces

Supreme Court Upholds Right to Menstrual Leave: What You Need to Know?

08 Jul 2024 16:13 PM IST

On July 8, the Supreme Court of India made a landmark decision regarding menstrual leave, reinforcing the rights of women in the workplace. Here’s a breakdown of what the ruling entails and its significance. Several companies like Zomato, Swiggy, Byju’s and Magzter What Did the Supreme Court Say? The Supreme

Hormonal Imbalances In PCOS: 5 Symptoms Women Should Look Out For

07 Jul 2024 13:16 PM IST

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent hormonal disorder that affects women of reproductive age, characterized by a variety of symptoms due to hormonal imbalances. These imbalances can lead to irregular menstrual cycles, excessive hair growth, acne, and obesity. Women with PCOS often struggle with insulin resistance, which exacerbates weight

Ukrainian Women Take On Mining Jobs Amid War-Driven Labor Shortages

06 Jul 2024 17:57 PM IST

In eastern Ukraine’s Pokrovsk, women are stepping into traditionally male roles, such as working in coal mines, due to severe workforce shortages caused by the ongoing conflict with Russia. Among them is Ludmyla Vashkatova, a former school teacher who now works in the mines. She took this job for its

Women in the boardroom: A call to action for DEI in the workforce

06 Jul 2024 03:47 AM IST

Despite significant strides toward gender equality, the representation of women in boardrooms and C-suite positions remains alarmingly low. As of 2023, women held only 29% of board seats in S&P 500 companies. This stark reminder shows that the journey toward true diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workforce is

Safeguarding dignity: Advancing women’s safety at workplaces in India

06 Jul 2024 03:46 AM IST

In recent years, progress on women’s safety in India’s offices has seen many positive changes. This has beenencouraged by new laws aimed at ensuring dignity and respect for women inside their offices. Legal Framework The POSH Act is very effective in protection of women from sexual offences at the place