Over the past decade, the rise of women in the corporate world has been notable, indicating that they are making progress in the right direction. India's women's empowerment movement is a dynamic one, driven by policy reforms, societal changes, and an increase in the number of female entrepreneurs, political leaders, and activists. Breaking years of stereotypes, Indian women are proving themselves to be excellent homemakers and businesswomen.
From corporate to politics, women can be seen everywhere, reclaiming their value by becoming decision-makers, including women engineering students are displaying increased and initial interest in AI, N Jency becomes the first transgender woman in Tamil Nadu to receive a PhD, Punjab Women's Team burst into the semi-finals of the inaugural Hockey India Masters Cup, and more.
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Indian Women Engineering Students Show Growing Interest in AI & ML Careers: byteXL Report 2025
Indian women engineering students are displaying increased and initial interest in professional opportunities in emerging technologies like machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI), says the just-out byteXL AI and Engineering Jobs Report 2025.
The results come from behavioral data gathered from more than 100,000 students — 62,000 males and 38,000 female students — who use byteXL's platforms for learning. The report examines live platform data like coding practice activity and project workspace usage to monitor how students move from novice programming to hands-on learning and career track choosing.
N Jency Becomes Tamil Nadus First Transgender Woman PhD & Assistant Professor
N Jency is the first transgender woman in Tamil Nadu to receive a PhD and be hired as an assistant professor in the English department at Loyola College in Chennai, marking a significant milestone for transgender representation in higher education.
Her incredible journey from the tiny Tiruttani town in the Tiruvallur district to one of Chennai's most esteemed academic institutions is the result of years of tenacity and fortitude. Jency stood out as a symbol of academic excellence despite all odds, excelling throughout her academic career and winning gold medals in both her undergraduate and graduate studies.
AP PGECET 2025 Results Declared Women Candidates Outnumber Males Among Qualifiers
The Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET) 2025 results were officially declared on Tuesday evening by the state's IT and Education Minister, Nara Lokesh. He declared a remarkable over-all pass percentage of 93.55 percent, marking a high turnout for this year's state-level postgraduate entrance examination.
Punjab Women's Hockey Team Enter Semi-Finals with 13-0 Win at Hockey India Masters Cup
The Punjab Women's Team burst into the semi-finals of the inaugural Hockey India Masters Cup as they thrashed Maharashtra 13-0 in the quarter-finals. The tournament is already underway at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai.
Racing in the 35+ age group, the Punjab side showed intimidating form and coordination. Skipper Amandeep Kaur herself set the example scoring five goals, while four went to Baljit Kaur. Arun Bala, Sangeet Minj, Jaspreet Kaur, and Saniya Sharma each found the net to seal the thumping performance.
DG Shipping lauds TS Rahaman for Successful Women in Maritime Ratings Programme
The Directorate General of Shipping has recognized the Training Ship Rahaman (T.S. Rahaman) for successfully launching the 4th batch of the Women in Rating Programme, which empowered 80 rural Indian women to join the maritime workforce with scholarships totaling Rs 72 lakhs. The landmark initiative, launched two years ago, aimed at empowering young women from rural India to pursue seafaring careers.
RBI Hosts Town Hall in Jammu to Celebrate MSME Day with Focus on Women Entrepreneurs
To commemorate MSME Day, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) held a Special Town Hall Meeting in Jammu, with an emphasis on women MSME entrepreneurs. MSME Day, which is observed nationally, honors the vital roles that Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises play in India's economy.
The global significance of MSMEs, which account for 90 percent of businesses, create 60 percent to 70 percent of jobs, and contribute 50 percent of global GDP, is reflected in the 2025 theme, "Enhancing the role of MSMEs as drivers of sustainable growth and innovation."
