News Topic:Women

Kashmiri girl makes history at Global Shapers Summit in Geneva

Syed Uzma, a resident of Kupwara, has etched her name in history after being selected as the Impact Officer for her hub at Global Shapers Annual Summit.

18 ‘Pink Polling Stations’ established for female voters: CEO J&K

CEO J&K Pandurang K. Pole on Friday said that they have designated 18 polling booths in Srinagar Parliamentary Constituency as “Pink Polling Stations” for women.

Woman injured after falling from three-storey house in Shopian

A 40-year-old woman was critically injured after falling from a three-storey house in the southern region of Kashmir's Shopian district on Wednesday evening.

How to mix and match watches for women with jewellery for effortless style?

The dance between watches and jewellery on a woman's wrist is a mesmerising spectacle. Done right, it elevates an outfit from ordinary to extraordinary.

Woman in J-K empowers community through beekeeping venture

Shugufta Akhter, a 25-year-old resident of Sangerwani Pulwama, has emerged as a beacon of women's empowerment through her pioneering efforts in beekeeping.

Tourism Directorate plans to train 100 female tourist guides

Directorate of Tourism, Kashmir has decided to register more female tourist guides and impart professional training to them to upscale their skills.

Year 2023: Parliament passed key laws on political reservation in J-K

In 2023, the Parliament passed key bills to grant political reservation to different groups in Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory.

Rajya Sabha approves bill enabling 33% women reservation in J-K Assembly

The Rajya Sabha made a significant move on Monday by passing The Government of Union Territories (Amendment) Bill 2023.

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INDIA bloc plans mega Delhi protest on Monday over CEC Gyanesh Kumar

INDIA bloc plans a major Delhi protest on October 12 against CEC Gyanesh Kumar over alleged voter-list irregularities, following Saturday’s police crackdown.

Wangchuk warns of fast over Delhi protest detentions; CJP leaders released

Sonam Wangchuk warned of a hunger strike or foot march over Delhi protest detentions. A court later ordered the release of three CJP leaders.

Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell

Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.