Women & Child Welfare

Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan launched 37 PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalayas and 26 PM SHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in Odisha in the presence of dignitaries, officials, academicians and students. At the inauguration, the minister said these schools will work in full spirit of the National Education Policy 2020 and...

Community service and social impact initiatives have a profound and unparalleled effect on the development of mindful children. These initiatives serve as invaluable tools for nurturing empathy, compassion, and a sense of responsibility among students. In this article, we will explore the manifold advantages of incorporating community service experiences in educational settings, paralleling them...

India has the largest adolescent population in the world, 253 million, and every fifth person is between 10 to 19 years. India stands to benefit socially, politically and economically if this large number of adolescents are safe, healthy, educated and equipped with information and life skills to support the country’s continued development. Government bodies and...

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India (MoHUA) is launching a progressive initiative "Women for Water, Water for Women Campaign" under its flagship scheme - Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), in partnership with the Ministry's National Urban Livelihood Mission and Odisha Urban Academy as the knowledge partner. This...

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...