Religious And Political Groups Attacks On Gender Equality In Schools

11 Sep 2024

A new report reveals that extreme religious groups and political parties are orchestrating a global campaign against gender equality in education, with well-funded efforts targeting schools worldwide. The report, "Whose Hands on our Education" by the Overseas Development Institute (ODI), highlights how these groups aim to restrict girls’ access to...

Ghotul: An Indigenous Institution of Community, Culture, Gender Equality & Personal Development

02 Aug 2024

The Ghotul, located in the center of India, is evidence of the rich cultural legacy of the Gond and Muria tribes from Bastar and the surrounding regions. This unique social institution serves as a vibrant hub for socialization, education and personal development among the youth. As a cornerstone of tribal...

The medieval eye and the female mystique

25 May 2024

Women are half of the human race, Calling them the second sex, Inferior or secondary to men, Is an act of disgrace. Perhaps this distinction persists, In the realms divine, Practising discrimination, Against half of mankind, In the name of patriarchy, Is a crime. -Dr. Anand Gender Equality is a...

Gender equality gaining significant recognition in Bhutan

18 Jul 2023

According to Bhutan Live, the role of women in Buddhism is becoming more evident in Bhutan as gender equality is being more recognized and cherished and the religious landscape is changing dramatically. Women are now in responsibility of furthering children's welfare, encouraging the establishment of moral organizations, and preserving all...

China’s “militarization activities” in the South China Sea are opposed by the G7.

18 Apr 2023

Tokyo [Japan] The Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers reiterated their demand on China to act responsibly as a member of the international community on Tuesday, stating that peace and stability were a "indispensable element" of global security. Japan's Tokyo on Tuesday, the foreign ministers of the Group of Seven...

341 women inducted as sailors, says Navy Chief

03 Dec 2022

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R. Hari Kumar on Saturday informed that in the navy 341 out of 3,000 Agniveer inducted are women as a sailor. The training of women sailors will be the same as men. “First batch of agniveers already reported, about 3000 agniveers have joined out of...

UN calls on Taliban to stop gender-based violence in Afghanistan

25 Nov 2022

The Taliban have been urged by the UN mission in Afghanistan to take immediate action to stop violence against women and the general erosion of women's rights as a crucial component of attempts to forge a meaningful and long-lasting peace. The request was made at the same time as the...