Women & Child Welfare

Pune is close to the nation's financial capital and an emerging hub for business and information technology. This flourishing, culturally rich city belongs to Maharashtra, which is the highest spender for corporate social responsibility in India. Naturally, Pune has a thriving CSR culture. In FY2021-22, Pune received the second-largest share of the amount of the...

Nestled in the serene embrace of the Velliangiri Mountains, the Maa Linga Bhairavi Temple stands as an emblem of change and empowerment. What truly sets this sacred place apart is its extraordinary tradition, where women priests, known as the "Bhairagini Maa," are the sole guardians of the inner sanctum, performing rituals and offering devotion...

Durga Puja is a celebration of Nari Shakti or female power. While Goddess Durga is worshipped for defeating the evil and protecting the universe, it serves as the most appropriate platform for spreading the message of women empowerment. Several Durga Puja committees in and around Kolkata have chosen to share the message of women empowerment...

Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga, is revered for her ability to bestow supernatural powers and achievements upon her devotees. As we celebrate Navratri and worship Maa Siddhidatri, it is an apt occasion to reflect on the powerful stories of women who have harnessed their own inner strength and achieved extraordinary success...

As the joyous festival of Navratri continues its vibrant journey, we now arrive at Day 6, dedicated to the awe-inspiring Goddess Katyayani. This day is a celebration of one of the fiercest incarnations of Goddess Durga, known as "Maa Katyayani," or "Mahishasurmardini" - the Slayer of the Buffalo Demon. She's often seen riding a...

The fourth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Kushmanda. Maa Kushmanda is believed to be the creative power of the universe. She is associated with the endowment of vegetation on earth. On this day, let us celebrate the contribution of five women who have played a significant role in environment...

The auspicious festival of Navratri is a celebration of the triumph of good over evil. The word Navratri is derived from the Sanskrit words Nav and Ratri which means nine nights. On the third day of Navratri, devotees pay homage to Chandraghanta, which translates to "one who has a crescent moon on her forehead." Maa...

National Health Mission (NHM) Assam, in collaboration with Kamrup district authorities, unveiled "Xushrukha" (meaning "Taking Care" in Assamese), an innovative 18-month research program that will help reduce the rate of probable high-risk pregnancy (HRP) cases in the state. This first of its kind initiative in Assam, supported by the Piramal Foundation, is aimed at...

The United Nations observes 11th October every year as the International Day of the Girl Child, to recognise the rights of girl children and the challenges faced by them across the globe. The theme for International Day Of The Girl Child 2023 is 'Invest in Girls' Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being.' “122 million girls are...

Every year, on October 11th, the world observes the International Day of the Girl Child. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the need to prioritize and promote the rights and well-being of girl children globally. In a nation as diverse and culturally rich as India, this observance carries significant weight, highlighting the...

Government school students across the state of Telengana will be able to start their day with a plate of hot breakfast from 24th October this year, the day which is observed as Vijayadashami or Dussehra in India. Following the footsteps of Tamil Nadu, Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has announced the “Chief Minister’s Breakfast...

Menstrual hygiene – a practice that is very slowly gaining momentum among India’s underprivileged population mostly residing in rural areas and urban slums. Several non-profit organisations working across the country have taken up the responsibility to raise awareness on menstrual hygiene among those who need it the most, even though the task is not...