News Topic:Women
Politics
Bill to extend women’s reservation law to J-K introduced in Lok Sabha
A bill to extend the provisions of the women's reservation law to Jammu and Kashmir was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.
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India
Women’s Reservation Bill 2023 gains overwhelming Lok Sabha support
The Women's Reservation Bill, which seeks to provide one-third of the reservation to women in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies, was taken up in the Rajya Sabha.
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J&K
Startling! 10,000 women missing in J-K from 2019-2021
In a shocking revelation by the Centre, almost 10,000 women have gone missing from J&K from 2019 to 2021.
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Opinion
India’s G20 Presidency: Time to empower women
The G20 Summit in 55 cities of the country should act as a catalyst in blooming the talent of women. They demand a compassionate attitude from the men folk.
Health
66 percent of women in J-K anaemic, reveals government report
The majority of women in Jammu and Kashmir are anaemic, said statistics published in the latest ‘Women and Men in India 2022’.
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Sports
Valley’s first female cricketer Jasia Akhtar roped in by Delhi Capitals for Rs 20 lakh
A female cricketer from Kashmir, Jasia Akhtar, is set to earn a place in the Women's Premier League as she has been roped in by one of the franchises.
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Finance
Health insurance can assist with prenatal and postnatal costs
It's wise to plan your health insurance in advance and include maternity benefits to enjoy one of the best moments in life without any worry.
Kashmir
Domestic abuse dominates list of cases in Women’s Police Station Pulwama
The Women's Police Station Pulwama was formally inaugurated by the Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police, Dilbagh Singh on December 21.
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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.