All posts tagged: International Women's Day

On International Women’s Day, Kisan Trust Celebrates 1st ‘Aparajita Samman Samaroh’

On International Women’s Day, Kisan Trust Celebrates 1st ‘Aparajita Samman Samaroh’

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On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Kisan Trust celebrated the resilience, progress and empowerment of women by organising the first ‘Aparajita Samman Samaroh‘ on Saturday. Dr Mallika Nadda, president of Special Olympics India and Chairperson of the Asia Pacific Advisory Council, graced the event as the Chief Guest. अंतरराष्ट्रीय महिला दिवस के अवसर पर किसान ट्रस्ट द्वारा आयोजित प्रथम अपराजिता सम्मान समारोह में मुख्य अतिथि के रूप में डॉ. मल्लिका नड्डा जी शामिल हुई। pic.twitter.com/n3y14ean6w — kisan.trust (@KisanTrust) March 8, 2025 The event highlighted the efforts being made by the trust towards social justice, women empowerment and rural development. It served as an important platform for inspiring stories and meaningful discussions. Empowerment Of Acid Attack Survivors: A Step Towards Dignity The session led by Sahira Singh was one of the most powerful moments of the evening, focusing on supporting women who have survived acid attacks. Kisan Trust provided financial assistance to these women. The move reaffirms the Trust’s commitment to help these women live their lives with dignity, confidence and independence. Ms Nadda, while …

In 90s Bihar, When Guns Roared, These Girls Chose Football

In 90s Bihar, When Guns Roared, These Girls Chose Football

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In this nondescript village in Bihar, people lived a different reality during the eighties and nineties. Guns roared and bullets rained. A strongman spread terror, the streets weren’t safe, and kidnappings were frequent. At a time when women feared to leave their home, a group of girls in shorts hit the grounds, much to the surprise of their neighbours, for a better future. Decades later, Barauni Flag Village is known as the “Khel Gaon” (sports village), not just in Bihar but the entire country. Their passion for sports, despite living in a shadow of fear, has earned them government jobs. Advertisement – Scroll to continue More importantly, this began a trend of girls coming out to play in public during the nineties – where women were even reluctant to step outside their houses. These girls now participate in national and international games, bringing accolades to a village that was known for frequent crimes and oil refineries five decades ago. As Barauni brings international acclaim, the credit goes to its daughters who did not bow before …

Women Achievers Take Over PM Modi’s X Handle

Women Achievers Take Over PM Modi’s X Handle

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New Delhi: Indian chess Grandmaster R Vaishali, and scientists Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni were among the six women who took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s X handle on the occasion of International Women’s Day on Saturday. In a post from his handle, the women — Ms Vaishali, Ms Mishra, Ms Soni, Anjlee Agarwal, Anita Devi and Ajaita Shah said they were “thrilled” to take over his social media account and shared their messages to inspire other women. “Vanakkam! I am Vaishali, and I am thrilled to be taking over our PM Thiru Narendra Modi Ji’s social media properties and that too on Women’s Day. As many of you would know, I play chess and I feel very proud to be representing our beloved country in many tournaments,” R Vaishali wrote. The 23-year-old said she has been playing chess since the age of 6 and that playing the game has been a “learning, thrilling and rewarding journey” for her. I was born on 21st June, which coincidentally is now popular as International Yoga Day. I’ve been playing …

Gautam Adani’s “Grateful” Post After Women Envoys Visit Adani Renewable Energy Park

Gautam Adani’s “Grateful” Post After Women Envoys Visit Adani Renewable Energy Park

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Ahmedabad: Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani has expressed his gratitude after hosting nine women ambassadors and high commissioners to India at the Khavda Adani Renewable Energy Park and Mundra’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Taking to social media on International Women’s Day, Mr Adani said that the diplomats appreciated the local women’s contributions in these large-scale projects. He described their advice as “truly uplifting” and reaffirmed the importance of breaking barriers to shape a better future. Our family was honoured to host nine inspiring women ambassadors and high commissioners to India. I am grateful for their visit to Khavda’s Adani Renewable Energy Park & Mundra’s SEZ. Their praise and advice for the local women driving these projects were truly uplifting. On… pic.twitter.com/lWcOpaGMVc — Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) March 8, 2025 In a social media post, Mr Adani said, “Our family was honoured to host nine inspiring women ambassadors and high commissioners to India. I am grateful for their visit to Khavda’s Adani Renewable Energy Park & Mundra’s SEZ. Their praise and advice for the local women driving …