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‘Educated, Self-Reliant And Empowered’ Women Key To Nation’s Progress, Says President | India News

‘Educated, Self-Reliant And Empowered’ Women Key To Nation’s Progress, Says President | India News

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Last Updated:March 08, 2026, 20:29 IST In her address, President Murmu pointed out that in Indian tradition, women have always been more than just protectors of the family. President Droupadi Murmu at the concluding session of the two-day national conference of women thinkers titled “Bharti – Naari Se Narayani”. (Image via X) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday said that women play a very important role in the progress of Indian society and the nation, stating, “Educated, self-reliant and empowered women are the greatest strength of any country’s development.” The President made these remarks while addressing the concluding session of the two-day national conference of women thinkers titled “Bharti – Naari Se Narayani”, held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The conference, organised on March 7 and 8, saw participation from women leaders and thinkers from across the country. In her address, President Murmu pointed out that in Indian tradition, women have always been more than just protectors of the family, noting, they are also “symbols of knowledge, strength and prosperity”. President Droupadi Murmu graced ‘Bhāratī –Nārī …

International Women’s Day: Educated, empowered women pillars of progressive nation, says Droupadi Murmu

International Women’s Day: Educated, empowered women pillars of progressive nation, says Droupadi Murmu

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Doctors paint colourful rangolis highlighting themes of women’s empowerment and equality at the premises of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences during the International Women’s Day celebrations in Vijayawada. FIle | Photo Credit: G.N. Rao President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday (March 8, 2026) said educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation as she extended greetings on International Women’s Day. As ‘Nari Shakti’ continues to excel across diverse fields and lead with courage, it strengthens the foundations of a more inclusive and prosperous society, she said in a post on X. Warm greetings to all on International Women’s Day! Educated and empowered women are the pillars of a progressive nation. As Nari Shakti continues to excel across diverse fields and lead with courage, it strengthens the foundations of a more inclusive and prosperous society. On… — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) March 8, 2026 “On this occasion, let us reaffirm our collective commitment to building a society where every woman has equal opportunities to grow and live with dignity, safety and freedom,” Ms. …

Young Sherlock actor Zine Tseng on representing Asian talent in the West: I felt pretty empowered

Young Sherlock actor Zine Tseng on representing Asian talent in the West: I felt pretty empowered

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Sherlock Holmes is a beloved fictional character in the British pop culture who has been portrayed several times in the showbiz through films and series, with actors like Benedict Cumberbatch and Robert Downey Jr playing the eponymous consulting detective. Recently, the series Young Sherlock gave the audience a new insight into the Sherlock universe as actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin took on the titular role in the show that traces back to the early years of Sherlock Holmes. The show sees the return of many beloved characters like Sherlock’s brother Mycroft Holmes and his nemesis James Moriarty. But it also saw the entrance of a new strong female character played by actor Zine Tseng. Zine Tseng (Photo: Instagram) Watch the entire chat with Zine Tseng and Max Irons here: Essaying the role of Princess Shou’an, Zine Tseng is of Taiwanese descent and she acknowledges how her work is a major step in Asian representation in the West. However, she didn’t start work on the Prime Video series with that mindset. “Actually I wasn’t thinking about representation …

Malaika Arora says she feels blessed, empowered doing item songs at 50: ‘Why do I need to tone it down?’

Malaika Arora says she feels blessed, empowered doing item songs at 50: ‘Why do I need to tone it down?’

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Bollywood actor and entrepreneur Malaika Arora recently impressed audiences with her dance numbers in Thamma and alongside Honey Singh. However, she also faced trolling for performing item songs in her 50s. Now, in a conversation on The Namrata Zakaria Show on YouTube, Malaika opened up about feeling empowered while doing item numbers at this stage of her life. Poison Baby: Rashmika Mandanna and Malaika Arora star in the song. Malaika Arora on doing item songs at 50 Malaika said she sees no reason not to own this ‘image’ of hers and added, “Why not? Why do I need to tone it down or be apologetic about it? I mean, you get trolled for things and many people say different things—but I don’t understand what the big deal is. Dance is an expression, enjoyed in its true glory and its true form. I feel truly blessed that I am able to do all this at 50; I must be doing something right.” She further said, “It is very, very empowering. It makes me feel amazing. As …

Malaika Arora says she feels empowered doing item songs at 52: ‘They make me feel amazing; why would I be apologetic?’ | Bollywood News

Malaika Arora says she feels empowered doing item songs at 52: ‘They make me feel amazing; why would I be apologetic?’ | Bollywood News

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Actor Malaika Arora has long been associated with giving scintillating performances in Bollywood songs and has been part of some of the most beloved ‘item songs’ of the past 20 years. While her performance has garnered a lot of positive reaction, the actor has often faced trolling for it as well.  Malaika featured in two major music videos last year — one was for the Yo Yo Honey Singh song ‘Chillgum’, and the other was the song ‘Poison Baby’ from the Aditya Sarpotdar film Thamma. The music video also included Rashmika Mandanna, the female lead of the film. In a recent interview, she addressed this phenomenon and said that she doesn’t see any reason for not accepting this ‘image’ of her and owning what she is doing with conviction. The actor and entrepreneur appeared on The Namrata Zakaria Show on YouTube, where she discussed her career, personal life and everything in between. When asked about whether she now owns the image that is associated with her and the performances, she said, “Why not? Why do …

In the age of age-tech: How Bengaluru’s elderly are getting empowered

In the age of age-tech: How Bengaluru’s elderly are getting empowered

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Raghavendra (name changed), 73, is part of around six WhatsApp groups for the elderly. An electrical engineer who spent more than 30 years in Mumbai, he moved to Bengaluru post-retirement to live with his daughter. In a city of 1.4 crore people, the septuagenarian was starting to feel lonely given his daughter’s busy work schedule and his wife’s demise eight years ago. Then, he found his tribe online. “They get me a cake for Christmas. I get Tirupati laddus for them. We are all now planning a trip together to Vietnam,” says a very cheerful Raghavendra, during a meetup held by Sukoon Unlimited, a city-based start-up building a community for seniors. New research area Research on longevity has been receiving unprecedented attention across the world. In 2024, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) announced the launch of the Longevity India Initiative, a project focused on efforts to extend human ‘health span’ and combat ageing-related challenges. Maverick millionaires like Bryan Johnson have even been attempting anti-ageing experiments. But the elderly in India have been at an …

Together, we are building an India where farmers are prosperous, empowered: Modi | Latest News India

Together, we are building an India where farmers are prosperous, empowered: Modi | Latest News India

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New Delhi: The government is working towards achieving two major goals: development in the agriculture sector and the prosperity of our villages, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a post-budget webinar on agriculture and rural prosperity on March 1 (PTI) Addressing a post-budget virtual webinar on agriculture and rural prosperity, Modi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering farmers and advancing rural development, urging stakeholders to help make ongoing schemes more effective. “Our resolve towards the goal of Viksit Bharat is very clear. Together, we are building an India where farmers are prosperous and empowered,” he said. Modi added that agriculture is the “first engine of development” and that the budget reflects “continuity in policies while expanding the vision for a developed India.” Highlighting the success of the Pradhan Mantri (PM) Kisan Samman Nidhi, Modi said that nearly ₹3.75 lakh crore has been transferred to the accounts of 11 crore farmers. “The annual financial assistance of ₹6,000 is strengthening the rural economy,” he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said agricultural …

How Adani Foundation At ACC Tikaria Empowered Rural Entrepreneurs Of Gudur

How Adani Foundation At ACC Tikaria Empowered Rural Entrepreneurs Of Gudur

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Sundra, 54, received Rs 1.50 lakh from her SHG to invest in farming equipment New Delhi: ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, along with the Adani Foundation, is enabling rural entrepreneurship across Gudur Gram Panchayat near ACC Tikaria. Along with the Adani Foundation, the Company has set up 12 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to transform the socio-economic landscape of the village. Gudur Gram Panchayat, with a population of about 2,000, used to face significant socio-economic challenges, with most villagers engaged in agriculture and labour, often struggling below the poverty line. Essential services like hospitals, banks, and markets are located over 13 km away, making access difficult for many. ACC, through the Adani Foundation’s intervention, formed and nurtured 12 Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in the village. By providing microfinance and business training, the initiative has uplifted many families, enabling them to improve their livelihoods. Sundra, a 54-year-old woman, has transformed her life through community-driven microfinance, receiving Rs 1.50 lakh from her SHG to invest in farming equipment. This venture, under the National …

Shraddha Kapoor REVEALS Tabu made her feel empowered with special gift after Stree 2’s success; Know more

Shraddha Kapoor REVEALS Tabu made her feel empowered with special gift after Stree 2’s success; Know more

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Shraddha Kapoor has been basking in the success of her latest release, Stree 2 these days. Soon after the Stree sequel hit the screens, the actress received praise for her performance in Amar Kaushik’s directorial. Shraddha recently revealed that Tabu made her feel empowered with a special gift after Stree 2’s success. The Stree 2 star received a personalized perfume with the ‘Stree’ term written over it.  During the latest NDTV World Summit, Shraddha Kapoor was asked to mention the biggest compliment that she got after the blockbuster success of her film, Stree 2. Shraddha shared that Tabu and the actress had a “lovely conversation.” The younger actress revealed, “She sent me a personalized perfume which has ‘Stree’ written over it.” The Stree 2 star called Tabu one of the iconic actors of our time and added that the Crew actress made her feel proud and empowered with the special gift. In the same event, Shraddha Kapoor also discussed the possibility of Aashiqui 3, saying that she is unaware of the project’s progress. The actress, however, added that she would be open to it …

AR Rahman reveals his mom sold her jewellery to buy 1st equipment for his music studio: ‘That’s when I felt empowered’ | Bollywood

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Today, Oscar-winning AR Rahman is a name to reckon with in the music industry, but there was a time when he was facing severe financial struggle while setting up his studio. The music maestro recently in an interview for Netflix revealed that his mother had to sell her jewellery to help him buy his first equipment for the studio. (Also read: EXCLUSIVE| Sukhwinder Singh denies Ram Gopal Varma’s claim that he composed Jai Ho, not AR Rahman: I only sang it) AR Rahman revealed he had no money for buy equipment for his first music studio. During a conversation with the team of Amar Singh Chamkila – director Imtiaz Ali, singer Mohit Chauhan, and lyricist Irshad Kamil – AR Rahman walked down the memory lane, and talked about his personal hardships. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! No money to buy things for studio During the conversation, he recalled how his family helped him during his struggling days. He said, “When …