The Week That Was: Appointment, Naval Mission, Nepal PM & More

By: WE Staff | Sunday, 14 September 2025

From the corridors of the corporate world to creative economies, from boardrooms to grassroots levels, Indian women are redefining leadership with grit and vision. They are blazing new trails in governance, breaking barriers in commerce, winning global recognition in sports, pioneering advances in technology, and creating businesses that positively impact lives at scale. What was once discussed as empowerment has now become an observable fact of change; women no longer sit back for opportunities but create them.

At WER, we have highlighted these milestone moments throughout the week, commemorating the milestones that are defining India's women-led tomorrow. Here's a glimpse of some of the inspiring narratives driving this change.

Ashu Tomar Appointed as President & Chief Business Officer of ITI Ltd.

The Investment Trust of India Limited (ITI Ltd.) has appointed Ashu Tomar as President & Chief Business Officer. Ashu will be responsible for strategic business growth, developing long-term client relationships, and designing innovative financial solutions that align with the vision of ITI to promote entrepreneurial-driven development across India.

10 Armed Forces Women Officers to Sail on Historic Naval Mission

Ten Indian women officers of the country's armed forces are going to make history by boarding the Indian Armed Services Vessel (IASV) Triveni for a historic journey. Through the journey, they will cover more than 26,000 nautical miles, crossing the Equator twice and passing three of the major capes. For the first time, women officers of the Indian Army will be on such a mission.

Bhumi P Becomes First Indian Actress to Attend WEF Global Summit

Bhumi Pednekar made history in Geneva as the first Indian actress to be invited to the World Economic Forum's Young Global Leaders’ Summit 2025. Her invite clearly signals the growing stature of the film industry in global conversation as a movement of more than just entertainment; a place for Indian excellence, incorporating cinema, social cause, and leadership.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Shines With 4-2 Win Over Korea

The Indian women's hockey team made a dominant run to defeat Korea 4-2 in their opening match of Super 4 at the Women's Asia Cup in Hangzhou on Wednesday. With this victory, India kept its unbeaten sequence alive, having already led their pool with seven points.

FarmDidi Raises Rs 7 Crore Seed Funding to Empower Rural Women

FarmDidi, a direct-to-consumer (D2C) pickle company that empowers rural women, has raised more than ₹7 crore in a Seed financing round headed by Samved Ventures. It also saw participation from LetsVenture, Indigram Labs, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park, and an angel network of investors connected with IIM Calcutta and Symbiosis.

Sushila Karki Named Interim PM of Nepal After Protests

UN agencies in Nepal greeted the interim appointment of Sushila Karki as Prime Minister on Friday, as the country struggles with the consequences of the brutal attack against anti-government protests organized by youths, which resulted in over 50 deaths, inflicted enormous damage, and forced the former prime minister to resign.