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Women's Day Wishes: We realise the importance of our voices only when we are silenced, said Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani female education activist.
PM Modi addresses women at an event in in the Navsari district of Gujarat.
Women’s Day 2025 Updates: “Do not live someone else’s life and someone else’s idea of what womanhood is. Womanhood is you,” said American actress Viola Davis. Her quote inspires millions today as countries across celebrate today, March 8, as Women’s Day (IWD). The day brings attention to significant women’s concerns and highlight their rights. It also serves as a call to action to accelerate women’s equality.
On the occasion, Philemon Yang, president of the United Nations General Assembly, said that gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls remain among the highest priorities of his presidency.
“Over the past five decades, we have made notable strides in advancing gender equality. The commemoration of Women’s Day this year—the thirtieth anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the twenty-fifth anniversary of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325—offers a moment to reflect on progress and honour accomplishments. It also offers an opportunity to rally greater support for gender equality and women’s empowerment,” he wrote on X.
Elaborating on why Women’s Day is important, Yang said, “Because gender equality remains still out of reach. The journey is far from over, and much remains to be done.”
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Interpersonal Tensions, Stress, Sleep Woes Top Women’s Helpline Calls, Says NIMHANS Chief
Sleeping problems, low mood, and stress related to interpersonal tensions are among the top concerns discussed by women at national helplines run by India’s premier institute for mental health, the Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS).
Dr Pratima Murthy, Director at the Bengaluru-based NIMHANS, told News18 in an exclusive conversation on Women’s Day that common mental disorders affect women “disproportionately more.” FULL ARTICLE HERE
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Holds Boardroom-Style Interaction With 'Lakhpati Didis' In Gujarat
On the occasion of Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a “boardroom-style interaction” with beneficiaries of the ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme in Gujarat’s Navsari. He was accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Navsari MP C R Paatil.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: The Connection Between Sleep and Women’s Health
Sleep is a fundamental aspect of health in both women and men. Women face unique challenges that can affect their sleep quality. A good night’s sleep help improve your mood, health, and memory, as it plays a significant role in hormone regulation, immune function, and mental health. READ MORE
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Free Entry To All ASI Monuments In Agra On Women's Day
On the occasion of Women’s Day, entry has been made free for all tourists — domestic and foreign, who are visiting the Taj Mahal and other ASI-protected monuments in Agra.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Delhi Cabinet Approves Rs 2,500 Monthly Cash Scheme For Women
In a big move, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Delhi made good on its promise as it approved the ‘Mahila Samriddhi Yojana’ to disburse a monthly cash aid of Rs 2,500 for women in the national capital, announced Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday. READ FULL ARTICLE HERE
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Rajasthan Royals Launch 'Pink Promise' Jersey For MI Clash In IPL 2025
Rajasthan Royals marked Women’s Day by unveiling an all-pink jersey for their much anticipated ‘Pink Promise’ match against Mumbai Indians slated on May 1 here during the upcoming IPL.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Over 100 Women Bikers Participate In Motorcycle Rally In Delhi
More than 100 women bikers participated in a motorcycle rally on Saturday, starting from Park Hospital in Gurgaon and culminating at Park Plaza in Connaught Place on the occasion of Women’s Day. The event was organised by Park Group of Hospitals to encourage women to take control of their health and work.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Says Blessings From Mothers, Sisters Made Him Richest Man
Addressing over 1.1 lakh women at an event in Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Today, on this day, I can proudly say that I am the richest person in the world. When I say that I am the richest person in the world, many people will perk up their ears. Today, the entire troll army will enter the fray, but I will still repeat that I am the richest person in the world. I have the blessings of crores of mothers, sisters and daughters in my life’s account and these blessings are continuously increasing, that is why I say that I am the richest person in the world.”
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Interacts With 'Lakhpati Didis'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Lakhpati Didis on Saturday in the Navsari district of Gujarat.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil accompanied the Prime Minister during the occasion on Women’s Day.
A Lakhpati Didi is a Self-Help Group member who earns an annual household income of Rupees One Lakh (Rs 1,00,000) or more. This income is calculated for at least four agricultural seasons and/or business cycles, with an average monthly income exceeding Rupees Ten Thousand (Rs. 10,000), so that it is sustainable.
Lakhpati initiative facilitates diversified livelihood activities, by ensuring convergence across all Government departments/ Ministries, Private sector and Market players. The strategy includes focused planning, implementation and monitoring at all levels.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Launches G-Safal, G-Maitri Schemes In Gujarat
PM Modi has launched G-SAFAL (Gujarat scheme for Antyodaya Families for Augmenting Livelihoods) and G-MAITRI (Gujarat Mentorship and Acceleration of Individuals for Transforming Rural Income) programme of the Government of Gujarat.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Mahila Samriddhi Yojana Gets Delhi Cabinet's Nod
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Delhi led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is likely to announce the much-anticipated Mahila Samriddhi Scheme on Saturday, which also marks Women’s Day 2025. The Mahila Samriddhi scheme, directed towards women in Delhi, promises to pay them ₹2,500 per month as financial assistance. The scheme has got Delhi Cabinet’s nod.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Ace Bizwoman Ajaita Shah Shares Her Story On PM Modi’s X handle
Founder and CEO of Frontier Markets Ajaita Shah on Saturday took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social media handle and said that a financially empowered woman is the architect of her own future and a maker of modern India. Ajaita, through a post from PM Modi’s X, shared the story of Frontier Markets, which was founded in 2011. the initiative is emphasizing integrating technology to ensure the skilling and financial inclusion of women. “A financially empowered woman is a confident decision-maker, independent thinker, architect of her own future and a maker of modern India! And, our nation is taking the lead in building financially empowered women. I, @Ajaita_Shah, am really delighted to be handling PM @narendramodi. Ji’s social media handles on #WomensDay. I am the Founder and CEO of Frontier Markets,” she said in a post on X through PM Modi’s X handle. Ajaita said that challenges faced by women in rural areas have always remained close to her heart.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi To Address 1.1 Lakh Women At Gujarat Event
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was felicitated at the Lakhpati Didi programme at Vansi-Borsi in Navsari in Gujarat where he will soon address over 1.1 lakh women.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: BRS Leader K Kavitha Urges People To Support Women In Growth
On Women’s Day, BRS MLC K Kavitha said. “We (women) face many obstacles. Women have always risen above expectations. It is the job of society to support women. We need some support from the political system, our families, and society. It is the basic responsibility of the political leadership to ensure that women of this country are educated and safe.”
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: PM Modi Hails ‘Nari Shakti’
PM Modi hailed “Nari Shakti” as women achievers shared their stories on his X handle. He wrote, “Since morning, you’ve all seen inspiring posts by extraordinary women sharing their own journeys and inspiring other women. These women belong to different parts of India and have excelled in different areas, but there’s one underlying theme – the prowess of India’s Nari Shakti. Their determination and success remind us of the boundless potential women hold. Today and every day, we celebrate their contributions in shaping a Viksit Bharat.”
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Women Achievers Take Over PM Modi's X Handle
On Women’s Day Saturday, Indian chess Grandmaster R Vaishali, along with scientists Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni, were among the women achievers who took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s X account.
In a post shared from his handle, they expressed their excitement about taking over the social media account and used the opportunity to share messages aimed at inspiring other women.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Bike Rally In Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram
A bike rally has been organised in Thiruvananthapuram on Women’s Day. AIG Coastal Security G Poonguzhali flagged off the rally.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Pink Cyclothon Organised In Delhi
On the occasion of Women’s Day, Fit India Pink Cyclothon Season-2 Shashakt Nari was flagged off in Delhi.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari Says Sky Is The Limit For Women
Rajasthan Deputy CM Diya Kumari said, “I congratulate everyone on the occasion of Women’s Day. I just want to say that we should keep moving forward and sky is the limit. We can do whatever we want as this is the best time right now. There is such a govt in the country, PM Modi is standing with us and I think that the women of the country can touch the sky. This is a golden opportunity for women in the country and outside.”
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: CSMT-Shirdi Vande Bharat Has An All-Women Crew Today
On the occasion of Women’s Day, Central Railways is running an all-women train. CSMT-Shirdi Vande Bharat has an all-women crew today, including the loco pilot, assistant loco pilot, train manager, TCs and train hostesses.
#WATCH | Maharashtra: On the occasion of Women’s Day, Central Railways is running an all-women train.
CSMT-Shirdi Vande Bharat has an all-women crew today, including the loco pilot, assistant loco pilot, train manager, TCs and train Hostesses. pic.twitter.com/4wTuMNlVLO
— ANI (@ANI) March 8, 2025
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Investment Options For Women
There is a rising percentage of women entering the workforce and taking an interest in investments in India. Click on the story to know investment options for women.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: This Mumbai Metro Is Operated By All-Women Staff
Akurli Metro station on Line 2A and 7 corridor of Mumbai Metro is managed and operated by all-women staff. The aim is to showcase women’s capabilities in the transportation industry and inspire others to pursue careers in this field.
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Quote From Key Woman In Mumbai Metro
Mumbai Metro’s Supervisor Customer Relation Management Shilpa Kailash Ahire says, “I am working in the commercial department here…I basically handle the things related to the revenue…I am proud of my work…”
Women's Day 2025 LIVE: Mumbai Metro Station Controller's Quote
Metro Station Controller Manisha Rajendra Sawant says, “I work here as the station controller…My main work is to handle the work being carried out at the station…I feel proud of the work I am doing…This is challenging but not impossible work…”
Women's Day Quotes LIVE: What Women Workers In Mumbai Metro Said
Mumbai Metro Train Operator Nikhita Mahendra Dhanawade says, “We have a huge role to play as the metro train operator…I am very lucky that I got selected for this work…I am proud of my work…”
Women's Day Quotes LIVE: What Shabana Azmi Said
Actor Shabana Azmi says, “Every day should be celebrated as Women’s Day, not just one. But the day serves as a reminder of the immense struggle the women’s movement has undergone to bring us to this point…I think a woman doesn’t have an option to view the world from anything other than a feminine lens. And that’s something that both men and women need to understand.”
