scorecardresearch
Add as a preferred source on Google
Thursday, April 30, 2026
TopicGender equality

Topic: Gender equality

Women’s labour & ‘equality’ paradox: In China, women’s economic liberation has been ‘anything but linear’

Discussion hosted by Institute of Chinese Studies & IIC Delhi focused on Usha Chandran's book, which examines workplace discrimination & broader trajectory of women’s liberation in China.

Real cooperation between man & woman not possible without social, economic, political justice: Hansa Mehta

On 19 December 1946, Hansa Mehta delivered an address in the Constituent Assembly, calling for equality of status and opportunity for women in independent India.

SC ruling on wedding gifts another win for Muslim women. But battle over personal laws continues

As more Muslim women approach courts, the judiciary is expanding their rights. Contentious issues such as talaq-e-hasan, female genital mutilation & polygamy remain in line for scrutiny.

Metro Shoes new ad on ‘modern masculinity’ is uninspired, dated. Others did it better

The audience is now accustomed to deeper, more socially relevant content, and is demanding more from brands.

‘Humanity’, not ‘mankind’ & ‘mess staff’, not ‘mess man’. Navy takes step to adopt gender-neutral language

Navy has identified words used day-to-day to make them more gender-neutral. Moreover, all 3 services are ensuring provisions for women, like maternity leave, updated uniforms & more.

UK to send female Governors to World Bank, IMF meetings

Development Minister Anneliese Dodds will announce new funding and reaffirm the UK's commitment to advancing gender equality on global stage.

SubscriberWrites: Fallacy of travel subsidies: A misguided approach

Free travel for women on state buses seems kind but perpetuates dependency, burdens transport agencies & overlooks financial needs. Citizens should demand efficiency over handouts.

This CA broke up with his girlfriend with an Excel Sheet of expenses. It’s neither cool nor equal

Chartered accountant Aditya itemised every rupee spent during his time with his girlfriend. From birthday parties and Valentine’s dates to flowers and even mosquito coils.

WHO announces winners of 5th Health for All film festival

Global filmmakers showcase pressing health issues through powerful storytelling.

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar hails progress in gender equality, women’s empowerment

He said gender equality and women-led development were fundamental principles of a just and progressive society and also a "decisive milestone" in Indian polity.

On Camera

New promo video by PLA Navy is a teaser of China’s deep blue capabilities

Rather than functioning as conventional propaganda, the video operates as a device for interpretation, subtly shaping expectations about future developments in China’s naval trajectory.

Adani’s giant copper plant hits technical setbacks in first year

The 500,000 tonne-per-year plant produced just 94,000 tonnes of refined copper from April 2025 to February this year.

Indian drone tech company ideaForge signs MoU with Japanese firm to develop next-gen AI powered drones

By pairing Indian drone engineering with Japanese semiconductor expertise, the two firms aim to develop more advanced autonomous systems tailored to both defence & commercial use.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.