The Week That Was: Indian Women Empowerment News Overview

By: WE Staff | Sunday, 29 September 2024

India's women empowerment has become a cornerstone for social and economic development, with significant progress in education, healthcare, employment, and leadership. Government initiatives kike Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and Stand Up India have created a supportive environment for women, enabling them to challenge stereotypes, enhance skills, and gain financial independence. However, challenges like gender-based violence, wage gaps, and stigma persist. Digital platforms, education access, and changing societal attitudes are accelerating change, allowing more women to participate in decision-making roles and economic activities.

Empowering women is essential for India's progress and prosperity and the Women Entrepreneurs Magazine staff curates the achievements of those women shining through the path.

In a Historic Win Indian Women's & Men's Team Bring Home Gold at 45th Chess Olympiad

Team India marked a historic win grabbing gold medals in both women's and men's team at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, solidifying its status as a chess powerhouse. The men's team remained unbeaten, and the event saw record-breaking participation with 193 teams in the Open section and 181 teams in the Women's section. The event was organized by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the Hungarian Chess Federation in Hungary from September 10 to 23, 2024, and featured initiatives to promote gender equality and support players with young children.

Hindustan Zinc's All-Women Rescue Team Wins 2nd Spotat Intl Mines Rescue Competition

In a historic achievement for India and the global mining industry, Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: At HINDZINC, drew huge attention when the first-ever all-women mine rescue team clinched the second position at the XIII International Mines Rescue Competition in the women’s task force category. They were conducted in Colombia by the National Mining Agency of Colombia in collaboration with the IMRB. By participating in this competition, the HZL team crossed over 20 highly trained teams from 8 different countries to emerge as the first all-women group to compete in this mining championship enhancing the country’s reputation in the mining industry.

PM Modi to Visit Wardha to Launch Programs for Artisans & Women Entrepreneurs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a visit to Wardha, Maharashtra, on Friday to take part in several significant events, including the ‘PM Vishwakarma’ programme, which is celebrating its one-year anniversary. This initiative is designed to support and empower traditional artisans and craftspeople throughout the country.

UKIERI Launches Women in Space Leadership Programme

The UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI), the flagship bilateral program on education and research between the UK and India, has launched the Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) in New Delhi. This initiative aims to develop a women's leadership framework to support institutions in strengthening their gender-inclusive practices and policies, particularly in space sciences and related fields.

Supreme Court directs DHCBA to Reserve Posts for Women in Upcoming Elections

The Supreme Court of India has ordered the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) to reserve posts for women in its upcoming elections. The court suggested that out of 10 Executive Committee members, at least three women should be elected and the reservation for the posts of Treasurer and Senior Advocate should be mandated. The decision aims to enhance gender equity within the bar association, as no woman has been elected president since 1962.