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'Dhak Dhak 2' in the work? Sanjana Sanghi spills the beans

Mumbai, April 13: The 2023 road adventure drama "Dhak Dhak" starring Sanjana Sanghi, Ratna Pathak Shah, Dia Mirza Rekhi, and Fatima Sana Shaikh received a lot of love from movie buffs. Now, Sanjana has finally revealed if the makers are working on a sequel.

Women become self-empowered, find new identity through Mudra Yojana in Jharkhand's Latehar

Latehar (Jharkhand), April 12: The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), which recently marked its 10th anniversary, continues to empower millions across India. In Jharkhand's Latehar district, once known for its Naxal influence, the scheme is not only transforming lives but reshaping the identity and role of women in society.

Centre resolved to bring development to every corner of Northeast: Union Minister

Itanagar, April 11: Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annapurna Devi on Friday reaffirmed the Centre's unwavering resolve to bring development to every corner of the northeastern region, echoing the government's guiding principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, aur Sabka Prayas".

Madhya Pradesh: PM Vishwakarma Yojana brings jobs and empowerment to Burhanpur's artisans

Burhanpur: , April 10 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana, launched to support artisans and craftsmen across 18 traditional trades, is transforming lives in Madhya Pradesh’s Burhanpur district by creating job opportunities and empowering citizens through skill development.

Assam govt to promote women workforce at semiconductor facility, says CM Sarma

Guwahati, April 10: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that to boost women's participation in the upcoming Tata Semiconductor facility in Jagiroad in the Morigaon district, the state government is set to build a state-of-the-art hostel for them for Rs 142 crore.

More Indian women taking up high-demand roles in tech: Report

New Delhi, April 10: As India’s tech industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, more and more women are stepping into high-demand roles and making a strong impact, a new report said on Thursday.

BRICS CCI WE launches whitepaper on 'Accelerate Action for Gender Equal World'

New Delhi, April 9: In a decisive step toward advancing gender equality, the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry Women's Empowerment Vertical (BRICS CCI WE) unveiled a whitepaper titled 'Accelerate Action for a Gender Equal World' in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Shimla Mayor Chauhan inaugurates Pink Taxi service for safer urban travel

Shimla, April 8: Shimla Mayor Surender Chauhan on Tuesday inaugurated 'Pink Taxi Service', aimed at enhancing women's safety and empowerment.

Mudra Yojana benefits women, youth; fosters entrepreneurship, says PM Modi

Delhi, April 08: As the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana completed 10 years of implementation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the occasion by interacting with scheme beneficiaries today at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi.

Mudra Yojana is eye-opener for any government, says PM Modi interacting with beneficiaries

New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the 'Mudra Yojana Beneficiaries' at his residence and said that the scheme is an "eye-opener" for any government.

Turned several dreams into reality...: PM Modi on 10 years of Mudra Yojana

New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the people whose has been transformed through Mudra Yojana and said that the scheme has turned several dreams into reality by empowering people.

'Dreams into reality', says PM Modi on 10 years of Mudra scheme

New Delhi, April 8: As India marks ten years of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated the beneficiaries, saying that the scheme has given opportunities to countless people to showcase their entrepreneurial skills and turn their dreams into reality.

Ten years of Mudra fuels grassroots entrepreneurship

New Delhi, April 8: India on Tuesday marks ten years of the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), the flagship programme of Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed at funding the unfunded micro enterprises and small businesses.

PM Mudra Yojana crosses key milestone of 52 crore loans worth Rs 32.61 lakh crore to poor in 10 years

New Delhi, April 7: Over 52 crore loans worth Rs 32.61 lakh crore have been sanctioned under the PM Mudra Yojana as the scheme completes 10 years of its launch on April 8, 2015, according to official figures.

Tri-services all women sailing expedition flags off from Mumbai for Seychelles

Mumbai, April 7: A tri-services all-women expedition has been flagged off from Mumbai for Seychelles which comprises of a team of 11 officers from the three services.

CM Yogi performs 'Kanya Pujan', says 'respecting womanhood is collective responsibility'

Gorakhpur, April 6: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that showing reverence for womanhood is the sacred duty of every individual. He highlighted the state government’s endeavours to ensure women’s safety, dignity, and empowerment and also showered praise on the Modi government’s multiple initiatives, including Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao and Matru Vandana Yojana.

Women own 39.2 pc of all bank accounts in India, highest in rural areas: Govt data

New Delhi, April 6: Women own 39.2 per cent of all bank accounts and contribute to 39.7 per cent of total deposits in India and their participation is highest in rural areas, where they make up 42.2 per cent of account holders, the government data showed on Sunday.

Isha Koppikar hails women power as she attends FICCI Flo event in J-K

Jammu, April 5: Bollywood actress Isha Koppikar on Saturday attended a FICCI Flo event in Jammu.

Lakhpati Didis join talks on implementation of Budget schemes

New Delhi, April 5: Aiming to collaborate on the implementation of the Budget 2025-26 announcements, the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) organised a webinar bringing together inspiring Lakhpati Didis and representatives from State Rural Livelihood Missions (SRLMs), an official said on Saturday.

Indian Armed Forces women's team to sail around the world

New Delhi, April 5: A team of 11 women officers from three defence forces has set out on a sailing expedition around the world. This journey aims to demonstrate the capabilities of Indian women in sailing.

Stand-Up India scheme sanctions record Rs 61,020 crore worth loans: Centre

New Delhi, April 5: The Stand-Up India scheme has shown remarkable growth over the years, with the total loan amount sanctioned rising from Rs. 16,085.07 crore on March 31, 2019 to an impressive Rs 61,020.41 crore by March 17, 2025, the government has informed.

Bihar: Saharsa's Julie sets example of self-reliance, her pickle business inspires others

Patna, April 4: Julie Praveen, a resident of Bihar’s Saharsa district, has become an example of self-reliance. Her success story of launching and steering the pickle business is inspiring fellow villagers to take up the entrepreneurship route.

Over 10.3 crore poor families getting LPG at subsidised price: Minister

New Delhi, April 3: The number of beneficiaries getting subsidised LPG under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) has gone up to 10.33 crore as on March 1 this year, while the total number of active domestic LPG consumers in India stands at 32.94 crore, the Parliament was informed on Thursday.

Tripura has 94,723 Lakhpati Didis; 93,425 women to get similar status soon: Minister

Agartala, April 2: Among the 4,75,582 Self Help Group (SHGs) members in Tripura, 94,723 women emerged as 'Lakhpati Didis' through their engagement in various enterprising units and 93,425 more women would be 'Lakhpati Didis' soon, Social Welfare and Labour Minister Tinku Roy said.

India showcases gender equality progress at UNHRC-58 side event

Geneva, April 2: The Rajasthan Samagra Kalyan Sansthan (RSKS India) made a significant impact during the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC-58) with its side event entitled "Breaking Barriers: Advancing Gender Equity and Empowering Women in India."

PMMY an effective tool for women empowerment at grassroots level: SBI report

New Delhi, April 2: Increasing women participation in the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) — 68 per cent of 52 crore account holders are women — has led to better financial situation of women borrowers in the last 10 years, a report showed on Wednesday.

Women's share in digital transactions doubled from 14 pc to 28 pc in last 7 years

New Delhi, March 31: The digital payment landscape in India has witnessed a significant transformation, with women rapidly closing the gap with their male counterparts in recent years, according to a Crisil report.

Trend of dividing country in the name of language must stop: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, March 30: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday said that the tendency to divide the country based on language must come to an end. He reiterated that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) remains committed to protecting Hindi and all other Indian languages.

BJP committed to protect Hindi and regional languages: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi, March 30: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh indirectly attacked the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government over the language issue and stressed that the Bharatiya Janata Party is committed to protecting Hindi and all other Indian languages.

Prominent Odisha IAS officer Sujata Karthikeyan takes voluntary retirement

New Delhi, March 29: Senior Odisha cadre IAS officer Sujata Karthikeyan has opted for voluntary retirement after an impactful career focused on women's empowerment, education, and sports.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu believes success is about women breaking free from limitations and labels

Mumbai, March 28: Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, known for her outspoken views, shared her perspective on what success truly means to her.

Kerala: Congress' Priyanka Gandhi lays foundation stone for women-led development projects in Wayanad

Wayanad, March 28: Congress leader and Lok Sabha MP Priyanka Gandhi laid the foundation stone for several women-led developmental projects in the Thavinhal Gram Panchayat located in the Wayanad district in Kerala on Friday, highlighting the importance of involvement of women in such projects, and how the district has a "huge tourism potential."

TMC's Sushmita Dev praises Mamata Banherjee's Social Welfare Schemes, challenges Assam CM over 'Arunodoi' claims

Kolkata, March 28: Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Sushmita Dev on Thursday lauded West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her remarkable social welfare initiatives, particularly in women's empowerment. Dev also highlighted Mamata Banerjee's invitation to Oxford University to speak on her government's "exceptional social welfare schemes."

Governance has undergone a massive overhaul: Assam CM

Guwahati, March 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the governance has experienced a massive overhaul in the last few years and the administration has become citizen-centric for the welfare of the people.

8 years of Yogi govt: Exhibition in Prayagraj informs about schemes, women hail initiative

Prayagraj, March 26: As the Yogi government has completed eight years in Uttar Pradesh, a three-day exhibition has been organised to inform people about the welfare schemes at the District Panchayat Bhawan of Sangam city, Prayagraj.

Women's labour force in Assam higher than national average: CM Sarma

Guwahati, March 26: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said that the state administration has been working towards providing equal opportunities to women and as a result of this, women's participation in the labour force in the state is higher than the national average.

Assam govt aims to make 30 lakh women financially independent under Lakhpati Didi scheme

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