The Week That Was: Indian Women Empowerment News Overview

By: WE Staff | Sunday, 23 June 2024

India has witnessed a significant rise in the number of women leaders in varied genres specifically in the corporate world, over the past few decades. These leaders have not only broken traditional barriers but have also set new benchmarks in various industries. Competing and overshadowing their male counterparts, they have been excelling in politics, civil services, sports, the entertainment industry, etc. Women's decisions command respect without bias. Indian women are defying norms, excelling limitlessly regardless of age. Globally, they radiate brilliance and unmatched skills. 

Women Entrepreneurs Review Magazine has covered some of the trending women-centric news, conferences, and promotions, highlighting their leadership and entrepreneurial feats this week.

Vice-Captain Smriti Mandhana becomes India's 2nd Highest Run Scorer

India opener Smriti Mandhana became the second-highest run-scorer for the nation with a 117-run knock against South Africa, surpassing the 7000-run mark and joining former India star Mithali Raj in the elite list. Achieving the historic mark, she scored 117 runs in an ODI match in 127 deliveries, bringing her international tally to 7,059 runs, surpassing Harmapreet Kaur's five and Mithali's seven, making her sixth ODI ton at her home ground Namma Bengaluru.

FM Sitharaman to hold Pre-Budget Consultations for FY 2024-25

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to hold pre-budget consultations with industry chambers, farmer's associations, and state finance ministers to prepare the full budget for the fiscal year 2024-25. Key areas to focus on during the new adoption of the budget include infrastructure development, agriculture, green growth, railways, youth and women empowerment, fiscal consolidation, and continued capital expenditure.

PM Modi presents Certificates to 30k Women SHG under Krishi Sakhi Program

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has awarded certificates to over 30,000 women self-help groups such as 'Krishi Sakhis' in Varanasi as part of a government program to empower rural women and create 'Lakhpati Didis'. The Krishi Sakhi plan aims to transform rural India by training and certifying women as para-extension workers in agriculture. Women trained in natural farming and soil health management are part of this program that aims to create 3 crores of 'Lakhpati Didis', with potential earnings between Rs 60,000 and Rs 80,000 per year.

Smriti-Harmanpreet Centuries secure 2-0 lead for India against South Africa

India Women secured a 2-0 lead in the series against South Africa in a thrilling 2nd ODI match in M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur played pivotal roles in India's impressive performance, with Smriti scoring her second consecutive century with 136 runs and Indian skipper Harmanpreet scoring an unbeaten century. Despite South Africa's centuries, India held their nerves to win by four runs. marking the first such series lead in 51 years.

Jharkhand CM Champai Soren assures Rs 1000 to Needy Women per Month

Jharkhand government launches "Mukhya Mantri Bahan Beti Swabalamban Yojana" cash transfer scheme, providing financial assistance to poor and needy women aged 25-50. The scheme, inspired by West Bengal's "Lakshmir Bhandar" program, is expected to cost Rs 1,000 per month. Chief Minister Champai Soren emphasized women's empowerment and family roles, directing officials to ensure timely benefits for eligible women.