Angela Merkel Award Receives Germany’s Highest Honor German Chancellor Angela Merkel was recently awarded the country’s highest civilian honor, the Federal Cross of Merit. The award was presented to her by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Bellevue Palace in Berlin. Why this News is Important The news of Angela Merkel being awarded Germany’s highest civilian honor,…
Govt Approves Proposal to Induct Women Officers in Artillery: A Step towards Gender Equality in the Indian Army The Indian government has approved the Indian Army’s proposal to induct women officers in the artillery branch, a significant step towards gender equality and women’s empowerment in the armed forces. The decision was taken on March 20,…
NASA Artemis program : NASA Names Astronauts to Next Moon Mission: First Crew Under Artemis NASA has announced its next moon mission, which will be the first to take place under the Artemis program. The Artemis program aims to return humans to the moon and establish sustainable exploration by 2024. The mission, named Artemis III,…
Maharashtra to Introduce 4th Women’s Policy Maharashtra, India’s second-most populous state, is all set to introduce its fourth women’s policy. The announcement was made on 18th April 2023 by the state’s Women and Child Welfare Minister, Yashomati Thakur. The policy will focus on improving the status of women and their empowerment, including their social, economic,…
International Day of Women Judges 2023 Women’s empowerment has been a global priority for years. Women’s achievements in different fields have significantly improved in recent years. One such field is the judiciary, where women have made significant strides. The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) recognizes the contribution of women judges worldwide and celebrates their…
Maharashtra to Introduce 4th Women’s Policy to Give More Opportunities to Women Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the state government will be introducing the 4th Women’s Policy to provide more opportunities to women. The policy aims to empower women and promote gender equality in the state. Why this News is Important The announcement…
Jammu and Kashmir Women’s Day Celebrations : International Women’s Day Celebrated Across Jammu and Kashmir International Women’s Day was celebrated across Jammu and Kashmir on March 8, 2023, to honor the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day is also a call to action for accelerating gender equality. Why this News is…
International Women’s Day 2023 Celebrations Across the Globe International Women’s Day is celebrated every year on 8th March to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It is a day to recognize the contributions of women to society and to promote gender equality. This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is…
Youth 2.0 India Summit : Youth 2.0 India Summit Hosted by Maharaja Sayajirao University, Gujarat Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Gujarat hosted the Youth 2.0 India Summit, a one-of-a-kind platform that provides young people with an opportunity to discuss and share ideas on issues concerning the nation. The summit brought together youth leaders, policymakers, activists,…
Meghana Pandit appointment : Meghana Pandit appointed as CEO of Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust Meghana Pandit has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, which manages four hospitals and provides healthcare services to patients in and around Oxfordshire, England. Pandit will replace Dr Bruno Holthof,…
