Meghalaya first woman chief justice, Justice Revati Mohite Dere, sworn in on 10 January 2026. Learn about her judicial career, appointments, and significance in gender representation. Meghalaya Gets Its First Woman Chief Justice Justice Revati Mohite Dere Sworn In at High Court of MeghalayaJustice Revati Mohite Dere has been sworn in as the first woman…
Assam passes the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025 criminalizing polygamy. Offenders face up to 7–10 years imprisonment, fines, civic disqualifications, and compensation for victims — crucial for UPSC, PSC and SSC aspirants. Assam Passes Anti-Polygamy Bill, 2025 — A Landmark Move in Personal Laws Assam Legislative Assembly Approves Strict Anti-Polygamy Law The Assam Legislative…
Dame Sarah Mullally Appointment News — Learn how the former Chief Nursing Officer became the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury, marking a historic milestone for gender equality and leadership reform in the Church of England. Dame Sarah Mullally’s Trailblazing Appointment A Historic Appointment in the Church of England In a landmark decision for the Church…
Coal India first all-women Central Store Unit inaugurated at SECL Korba, boosting women empowerment and industrial inclusivity. Key steps for gender equality in India’s mining sector. 📰 Coal India’s First All-Women Central Store Unit Inaugurated at SECL Korba Introduction In a significant move towards gender inclusivity in India’s industrial sector, South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL),…
UN Women Executive Director Dr. Sima Bahous begins her second term, focusing on global gender equality, crisis response for women, and Sustainable Development Goal 5 initiatives. Dr. Sima Bahous Begins Second Term at UN Women Renewed Mandate for Gender Equality Dr. Sima Sami Bahous has officially commenced her second term as the Under-Secretary-General and Executive…
UN Population Award 2025 Winner Varsha Deshpande recognized for gender empowerment and population policy activism. Learn key facts for UPSC and other exams. UN Population Award 2025: Varsha Deshpande Honored for Grassroots Empowerment National Recognition for a Local ChampionVarsha Deshpande, a renowned women’s rights activist from Western Maharashtra, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 United Nations…
UN Resolution on Taliban Women’s Rights 2025 urges reversal of education and employment bans on Afghan women. Know voting details, global reactions, and exam-relevant takeaways. UN Passes Resolution Urging Taliban to Respect Women’s Rights Global Reproach of Taliban’s Gender Policies On July 7, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a non-binding resolution calling on…
International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026: Learn about the UN’s declaration recognizing women farmers, their challenges, and the role of FAO and SDGs in global agriculture reforms. Essential for UPSC, SSC, Banking, and other government exam preparation. UN Declares 2026 as International Year of the Woman Farmer The UN General Assembly, in a unanimous…
Uniform Civil Code Rollout Begins in Uttarakhand The state of Uttarakhand has recently begun the process of implementing a Uniform Civil Code (UCC), a significant move in India’s ongoing debates about personal laws. This law aims to replace the existing personal laws governing different communities with a common legal framework applicable to all citizens, irrespective…
Congo Appoints First Female Prime Minister Amid Eastern Violence The Democratic Republic of Congo has made a historic stride by appointing its first female Prime Minister, Antoinette N’Samba Kalambayi, amidst escalating violence in the eastern regions. This significant development marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s political landscape, signifying a move towards gender inclusivity and…
