The Week That Was: Indian Women win Tri-Series, FICCI FLO Mumbai's Event, Festival of Women's Power & More

By: WE Staff | Sunday, 4 May 2025

Breaking years of stereotypes, Indian women are proving they are excellent homemakers and businesswomen. In the recent decade, the rise of females in the corporate world has been witnessed, showing that they are on the right track. Besides these women’s progress, the country is also helping females grow by launching initiatives like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, MUDRA Yojana, and SHG-based entrepreneurship programs, among others. From corporate to politics, women can be seen everywhere, reclaiming their value by becoming decision-makers in families, communities, and workplaces.

Women Entrepreneurs Review Magazine has covered some similar stories this week, in which Indian women have showcased their pliability and power.

Indian Women Defeat Host Sri Lanka by 9 Runs in First ODI of Tri-Series

Indian batter Pratika Rawal played a spectacular unbeaten 50-run knock which led team India to an exciting win over Sri Lanka in the first match of women’s ODI tri-series being played in Colombo.

The match was cut short to 39 overs due to rains. The host team’s first loss has brought host team Sri Lanka to the bottom on the points table while team India’s net run rate of 2.082 has brought the team on top of the table.

Bengaluru Women Entrepreneurs Shine Globally in Gem & Jewellery Industry: BDA Chairman

Bengaluru women entrepreneurs are making their mark globally for their exceptional work in the gem and jewellery sector, stated Shri N. A. Haris, Chairman of the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA), at the 3rd Edition of the IBJA Golden Girls Awards at Hotel Shangri-La.

FICCI FLO Mumbai Chapter organizes 'LeadHers - ChangemakeHers -TrailblazeHers'

The FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) Mumbai chapter held its flagship event, "LeadHers - ChangemakeHers - TrailblazeHers," at Trident, Nariman Point, promoting women's leadership, innovation, and inclusion, impacting women's lives and contributing to India's socio-economic growth. The event, led by Ms. Pooja Arambhan Tiwari, the youngest Chairperson in over two decades, aimed to empower women and foster socio-economic progress, bringing together dignitaries, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.

Odisha CM Inaugurates INWEC Women's Business Fair in Bhubaneswar

Odisha's capital, Bhubaneswar, was abuzz with energy and hope as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the INWEC Women's Business Fair at the Exhibition Grounds. Organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the ICC National Women's Entrepreneurship Council (INWEC), the fair was announced a "Festival of Women's Power," and the focus was laid on the contribution made by women in leading economic transformation.

In 2024, 50% of Startups in India Had At least One Woman Director

In part two of our series on the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation's ‘Women and Men in India: 2024’ report, we move from talk of financial inclusion to a most critical space in gender equality: women's presence in decision-making. Such involvement is crucial, not just to empower women but also to robustify democratic mechanisms and enhance policy and business outlook.

Union Bank of India Hosts 'Women Achievers Awards' 2.0 to Celebrate Women Leaders in Business

Union Bank of India hosted the second edition of the Women Achievers Awards 2.0 on April 28 in Mumbai, with Senco Gold and Diamonds and Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance as partners. Conceptualized by Secret Sauce Communications, the event recognized the success of women leaders who lead innovation and entrepreneurship in diverse sectors.