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The Ministry of Women and Child Development announced that India will host the BRICS Women Working Group Meeting in Kochi, Kerala from 6th to 7th July 2026. Under India's BRICS Chairship, officials from BRICS Member Countries will discuss women's empowerment and women-led development, focusing on women
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Between 2014 and 2026, India shifted its focus from women’s welfare to women-led development through comprehensive government initiatives. These initiatives have targeted various phases of women’s life cycles, significantly enhancing access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, thereby empowering women to partake actively in nation-building. Key programs like
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The Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Government of India, Smt. Annapurna Devi, met with H.E. Mrs. Saroja Savithri Paulraj, Minister of Women and Child Affairs, Government of Sri Lanka, along with members of Sri Lanka's Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus. The meeting, aimed at reinforcing bilateral cooperation,
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During a visit by the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus of Sri Lanka, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla emphasized the deep historical and cultural ties between India and Sri Lanka, highlighting India's shift towards 'Women-led Development'. Discussions revolved around mutual support and empowerment initiatives like the 33%
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The Ministry of Women and Child Development led the first Preparatory Meeting of the BRICS Women’s Working Group on April 30, 2026. This event, conducted virtually under India's presidency of BRICS, gathered representatives from BRICS nations, Indian government departments, and partners such as UN Women and Federation
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Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Shri Jitin Prasada, highlighted the significance of Free Trade Agreements in offering Indian Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises access to developed markets. He emphasized quality-driven growth and the adoption of Artificial Intelligence as crucial for MSMEs to thrive globally. Women-led enterprises and
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister of Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, highlighting a pivotal change in India's development approach. The emphasis is on transitioning from women's development to women-led development, spotlighting increased involvement in STEM fields and innovation. This movement, driven by Nari
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Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Savitri Thakur, is set to represent India at the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women in New York. The event will focus on gender equality and women's empowerment, where India plans to present initiatives on
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The Union Budget 2026–27, presented by Union Minister of Finance Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, reinforces India's commitment to women-led development and child welfare, emphasizing gender-responsive budgeting and extensive support for women's entrepreneurship, health, and education. The budget's allocation for gender programs has increased significantly,
National Awards
On Teachers' Day, President Droupadi Murmu awarded National Awards to teachers across India, emphasizing the vital role of education in ensuring dignity and security. She highlighted the importance of character building in students, the need for smart teachers, and the significance of girls' education in promoting Women-Led Development.
Women-Led Development
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the significant role of women in India's startup ecosystem, with around 76,000 women-led startups emerging, particularly from Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns. At the 'Viksit Bihar' conference, he emphasized the Modi government's commitment to women-led development
Sustainable Startups
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes the need for collaboration among academic institutions and scientific organizations to foster sustainable startups. He highlights the importance of integrating academia, industry, and government to accelerate innovation and meet development goals. The minister also discusses the rise of women-led initiatives, the democratization of civil