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Bill Ackman wrote that in his youth, he would ask, 'May I meet you?' before starting a conversation. According to him, the phrase 'almost never got a no' and opened doors to meeting 'really interesting people'.

No, it's not about rewaris for the women of Bihar

Bihari women have scripted their own story of empowerment aided by the state. The women of Bihar have voted for Nitish Kumar’s brand of clean politics, bank accounts, better maternal health and more, writes Shweta Punj

Karnataka notifies menstrual leave policy: 12 days of paid leave annually for women employees

Women employees in factories, shops, commercial establishments and other registered industries in Karnataka can now avail one day of paid menstrual leave every month without the need for a medical certificate.

Karnataka’s guarantee schemes a boon for women, studies show

The five poll guarantees include free travel for women on non-AC state-run buses, 200 units of free power per month, Rs 2,000 per month for each female head of the family, 10 kg of food grains per month to BPL families, Rs 3,000 per month for two years to unemployed graduates, and Rs 1,500 per month for two years to unemployed diploma holders.

Taliban minister Amir Khan Muttaqi confronted by rare challenge in India: women journalists

Amir Khan Muttaqi week-long visit to India is the first foreign diplomatic trip by a top Taliban leader since the hardline Islamist group seized power in Afghanistan in 2021.

 Karnataka: Women employees to get one paid day off every month as state cabinet approves Menstrual Leave Policy

The earlier proposal offered six days of paid menstrual leave annually, but the labour department later decided to increase it to one day per month.

Why women in the US military are pushing back against Hegseth’s remarks on standards

US defence secretary’s comments revive old debates over equality, fitness tests and combat roles.

9 strange symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Hormonal and physical shifts in your 40s can bring a wave of new symptoms—some surprising, some subtle, and others just plain strange. While many changes are normal with age, a few may hint at deeper health issues.

Companies with women CFOs outperform industry averages, but representation stuck at 25%: Study

Hope King, founder of Macro Talk, noted that women are often appointed during times of crisis. 'They’re seen as detail-oriented, thoughtful in their approach, and relentlessly hard-working,' she said.

Lions International Presents News18 SheShakti 2025 | From Breaking Barriers to Building Bharat

Join us on August 21st in New Delhi at News18 SheShakti 2025- the biggest celebration of India's most inspiring women, who are breaking barriers and building a better Bharat. They are redefining progress and leadership, not just thinking differently but creating a world without limits. Whether in boardrooms, grassroots movements, policymaking, or start-up ecosystems, they are the leaders, change-makers, and nation-builders who are paving the way for others. Experience their stories of determination, vision, and relentless drive- Live and be inspired by the voices shaping India's future.

Instagram vs Reality: How travel influencers are selling Afghanistan’s beauty while Taliban erases women from public life

Travel influencers from the US, Europe, and Australia are flocking to the country, often portraying it as safe and welcoming. Afghan women themselves say influencers are helping the Taliban whitewash oppression.

Women above 60: Fixed income investment - Safe bets for 2025

Post-retirement, stability, security, and assured income become more important than high returns.

Unlocking the power of India’s 470-million women

India’s 470 million working-age women are a massive untapped economic force. Recognising their invisible labour and designing contextual financial solutions is key to unlocking inclusive, sustainable national growth

India must stand up for gender equity for its vulnerable betis

The recent cases of Radhika and Ridhanya are tragic reminders of the deeply embedded patriarchal values that exists in large parts of India. The ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative should be nurtured, and it could be the trigger for the larger gender-related socio-cultural transformation that India needs

Unemployment rate holds steady at 5.6% in June but rises among youth

Female participation in the workforce slipped, falling to 24.5%, reinforcing concerns about gender disparities in employment access

Karnataka spends Rs 12,669 crore on 500 crore bus trips under Shakti scheme for women

Congress-led Karnataka government's Shakti Scheme, launched on June 11, 2023, completed 500 crore trips by women passengers on July 14 this year

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over persecution of women

ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over persecution of women

Karnataka plans 2,500 coffee kiosks run by women self-help groups, floats tender

The National Livelihood Mission (Karnataka) has invited tender to set up 'Akka Kiosks' across the state

Women turning savvy investors as most states see faster demat account additions than men

Karnataka had the third highest share of women demat account holders at 5.8 percent, but Rajasthan was close on its heels with 5.5 percent share, with Madhya Pradesh not too far behind, placed sixth, with 5.3 percent.

The women spies who fooled the Nazis with simple tricks

Women spies sometimes fooled people simply by picking clothes to match their cover story - for example, an apron for a farmers' assistant - or appearing calm when stopped. Indeed, more drastic and constant changes to appearance could backfire, as they did in the case of Indian princess and British spy Noor Inayat Khan.

Karnataka: Two women including Israeli tourist raped, male traveller killed while stargazing near Hampi

No arrests have been made so far, but efforts are underway to apprehend the three identified suspects, the police further added.

Women's rights under attack and 'we must fight back', says UN chief

At a United Nations event on the eve of International Women's Day on Saturday, Guterres said centuries of discrimination against women were being exacerbated by new threats.

2024 general elections saw 1.8 crore more female voters, thanks to women-centric schemes: SBI Research

Based on the data released by the Election Commission of India, the SBI research report concluded that total electors increased from 83.4 crore in 2014 to 97.8 crore in 2024, with female electors catching up with their male counterpart. Currently, for every 100 male electors there are 95 female voters

Govt has exceeded its budget on gender post-Covid

The revised spending of Rs 2.75 lakh crore was 15.5 percent higher than the Budget estimate of Rs 2.38 lakh crore for FY24

Women are hiring 'White Mafia' to deal with abusive partners and pesky landlords in China

The team comprises retired military officers, business owners, and even female boxers, offering a unique mix of skills. Around 70% of their clients are women aged 25 to 35.