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Thiruvananthapuram, August 31: Keralas Labour Minister Bindu Krishnan criticized the controversial remarks made by Indias Grand Mufti Sheikh Abubakar Ahmed regarding women. She stated that while everyone has the right to freedom of expression, his views are not exemplary. Sheikh Abubakar Ahmed is regarded as one of the most senior and influential religious leaders in ... Read more Kerala Minister Criticizes Sheikh Abubakar Ahmeds Controversial Remarks on Women

Dubai, August 31: In the third match of the Womens Asia Cup 2026, the Indian team is set to face Thailand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Thailands captain won the toss and opted to field first, inviting the Indian team to bat. This match marks the T20 International debut for Pratika Rawal from India. ... Read more Thailand Wins Toss Against India in Womens Asia Cup Match

Dubai, August 31: India has made history in the ongoing Womens Asia Cup 2026 match against Thailand at the Dubai International Stadium. Batting first, India became the first nation to score 60 runs in the first six overs of a Womens T20 Asia Cup match. On Sunday, India scored 65 runs for the loss of ... Read more India Makes History in Womens T20 Asia Cup with Record Powerplay Performance

Dubai, August 31: Despite a strong start, the Indian womens cricket team managed to score only 159 runs, losing 9 wickets against Thailand in their opening match of the Womens Asia Cup 2026. This match marked the beginning of their campaign in Group A. Batting first after losing the toss at the Dubai International Stadium, ... Read more India Struggles Against Thailand in Womens Asia Cup Opener, Scoring 159 Runs

Dubai, August 31: India kicked off their Womens Asia Cup 2026 campaign with a commanding 94-run victory over Thailand. After posting a score of 159/9, the Women in Blue dismissed their opponents for just 65 runs. Deepti Sharma was the standout performer, taking 3 wickets without conceding a run in just 7 balls. With this ... Read more India Dominates Thailand in Womens Asia Cup Opener with a 94-Run Victory

Dubai, August 30: Indian opener Smriti Mandhana has moved up to second place in the list of highest run-scorers in womens international cricket, surpassing Suzie Bates. The left-handed batswoman scored 19 runs off 10 balls against Thailand in the third match of the Womens Asia Cup 2026 on Sunday, including four boundaries. With this performance, ... Read more Smriti Mandhana Surpasses Suzie Bates, Becomes Second in Womens International Cricket Runs

Dubai, August 30: The Indian womens cricket team is facing Thailand in the third match of the Womens Asia Cup 2026 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Deepti Sharma has reached a significant milestone as she takes the field for this match. Deepti Sharma is playing her 150th T20 International match, becoming only the third ... Read more Deepti Sharma Achieves Milestone in India vs Thailand Match at Womens Asia Cup 2026

New Delhi, August 30: Vijay Rahatkar, Chairperson of the National Commission for Women, urged women to be aware of their right to file a Zero FIR at any police station for cognizable offenses. This statement was made on Sunday via a post on the social media platform X. Rahatkar emphasized that Zero FIR is a ... Read more Vijay Rahatkar Empowers Women on Zero FIR Rights

New Delhi, August 30: North Delhi Strikers have become the second team to reach the final of the Womens Delhi Premier League 2026, securing a 6-wicket victory over Central Delhi Queens on Sunday at Arun Jaitley Stadium. With 4 wins out of 5 matches, North Delhi Strikers hold the second position with a net run ... Read more North Delhi Strikers Defeat Central Delhi Queens to Reach Womens DPL Final

New Delhi, August 30: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the unveiling ceremony of the statue of Veerangana Avantibai Lodhi in Lucknow on Sunday. He highlighted that soldier schools have now opened their doors to girls. The Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao initiative is empowering young women. Initiatives like Lakhpati Didi are making women financially independent. Singh ... Read more Women Pilots and Soldiers Play Key Role in Operation Sindoor: Rajnath Singh

Dubai, August 30: The Womens Asia Cup 2026 promises an exciting day for cricket fans this Sunday. The Indian womens team is set to face Thailand at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. However, anticipation is building for the highly awaited match between India and Pakistan, scheduled for September 5. Relations between India and Pakistan have ... Read more Indian Womens Team Prepares for Asia Cup Amid Tensions with Pakistan

Hyderabad, August 30: The largest event in Telanganas capital, the Hyderabad Marathon, took place on Sunday. This year, over 3,000 runners participated in the full marathon. Approximately 2,000 police officers were deployed along the route for security. This was the 15th edition of the Hyderabad Marathon. Krishna Kumar Thakur, Director of NMDC (National Mineral Development ... Read more Over 3,000 Runners Participate in Hyderabad Marathon

New Delhi, August 30: The South Delhi Superstars have secured their place in the final of the Womens Delhi Premier League 2026. They achieved this by defeating the East Delhi Riders by 70 runs in a match held at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. With four wins out of five matches, the South Delhi Superstars ... Read more South Delhi Superstars Crush East Delhi Riders by 70 Runs to Secure Final Spot in Womens DPL

Dubai, August 29: Sri Lanka has made a spectacular start to their campaign in the Womens Asia Cup 2026. The team triumphed over the UAE by 9 wickets in a Group B match held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Chathurika Seneviratne, who took 3 wickets, was named Player of the Match, while ... Read more Sri Lanka Dominates UAE in Womens Asia Cup Opener

Bengaluru, August 29: A young man has been arrested for allegedly breaking into a womans paying guest (PG) room in the Koramangala area and stealing her personal items inappropriately. According to the police, the suspect has been identified as Giriraj D, who resided in the same Jolo Hazel PG as the complainant. The woman reported ... Read more Young Man Arrested for Stealing Womens Personal Items in Bengaluru PG Accommodation

New Delhi, August 29: Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal stated that the implementation of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam is under active consideration. This has led to sharp criticism from opposition parties, who labeled it as an election drama. Opposition leaders expressed their support for the implementation of the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023, based ... Read more Opposition Criticizes Government Over Womens Reservation Bill Implementation

Kolkata, August 29: Eastern Railway (ER) celebrated Raksha Bandhan in a unique manner on Friday. The event featured an interactive session with female employees and announced several welfare initiatives. General Manager Geetika Pandey hosted the session, emphasizing professional growth and employee welfare in the workplace. She encouraged women employees to share their experiences, perspectives, and ... Read more Eastern Railway Celebrates Raksha Bandhan with Focus on Womens Empowerment and Empl

Dubai, August 29: The Womens Asia Cup 2026 kicked off on Friday at the Dubai International Stadium. The opening match featured Thailand against Hong Kong in Group A. Thailand secured a thrilling victory, defeating Hong Kong by 6 runs. They set a target of 121 runs, but Hong Kong managed only 114 runs for 7 ... Read more Thailand Triumphs Over Singapore by 6 Runs in Womens Asia Cup Thriller

Bridgetown, August 28: Indian cricketers Pooja Vastrakar, Kiran Navgire, Shikha Pandey, and Yastika Bhatia are set to participate in the upcoming season of the Womens Caribbean Premier League. The tournament organizers made this announcement on Friday. Except for Shikha, Pooja, Kiran, and Yastika will be making their debut in this tournament, which runs from September ... Read more Indian Stars Shine in Womens Caribbean Premier League 2026

New Delhi, August 28: Hockey India announced a cash prize of 50 lakh for the Indian womens hockey team on Friday. This reward comes after the team secured a historic fifth place at the FIH Hockey Womens World Cup 2026 held in Belgium and the Netherlands. Salima Tetes team achieved this milestone by defeating Germany, ... Read more Hockey India Rewards Womens Team with 50 Lakh for Historic Achievement

New Delhi, August 28: CPI leader Annie Raja has responded sharply to Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijijus recent statements regarding the Womens Reservation Bill. She asserted that Rijiju is mistaken, as the Nari Shakti Vandan Act was already passed in 2023, making it law. The pressing issue now is its implementation. Annie Raja accused the ... Read more CPI Leader Annie Raja Criticizes Governments Inaction on Womens Reservation Bill

Patna, August 28: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a large number of women visited the residence of Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary to tie rakhi. They praised his efforts towards womens empowerment and wished for his health and success. BJP leader Kirti Mishra shared, We have come prepared to tie rakhi to CM Samrat ... Read more Women Celebrate Raksha Bandhan by Tying Rakhi to Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary

Bhubaneswar, August 28: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Chandra Majhi stated on Friday that the true essence of womens empowerment lies in making women self-reliant socially, politically, and economically, while granting them the right to make their own decisions. The Chief Minister made these remarks during a special event in Lathipada, Nayagarh district, where he distributed ... Read more Subhadra Scheme: A Symbol of Womens Empowerment, Says Odisha CM Mohan Chandra Majhi

New Delhi, August 28: The South Delhi Superstars Women secured a convincing victory against the East Delhi Riders Women, winning by 60 runs in the 2026 Delhi Premier League (DPL). Batting first, the South Delhi Superstars posted an impressive total of 179 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their 20 overs, marking the ... Read more South Delhi Superstars Women Triumph Over East Delhi Riders by 60 Runs

Lucknow, August 28: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized that Raksha Bandhan is not just a festival of tying protective threads but a symbol of faith, respect, dignity, and self-reliance. This celebration strengthens familial and social bonds while also promoting the economic independence of local artisans and craftsmen. Today, many of the rakhis tied ... Read more Empowering Daughters: Chief Minister Yogis Vision for Women in Uttar Pradesh

Ahmedabad, August 28: The festival of Raksha Bandhan, celebrating the sacred bond between brothers and sisters, was observed with great love and enthusiasm across the country. In various prisons in Gujarat, women tied rakhis to their brothers who are incarcerated. Many women appeared emotional as they reunited with their brothers behind bars. At the Sabarmati ... Read more Women Celebrate Raksha Bandhan by Tying Rakhis to Their Brothers in Gujarat Prisons

Patna, August 28: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Bihar Minister Nishant Kumar received a Rakhi from women associated with the Brahma Kumari Ashram. They urged him to lead an anti-drug campaign and dedicate himself to serving society. The women from the Brahma Kumari Ashram met with Nishant Kumar in Patna and tied the Rakhi. ... Read more Bihar Minister Nishant Kumar Receives Rakhi from Brahma Kumari Women, Commits to Anti-Drug Campaign

Patna, August 28: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, the governments of Bihar and Rajasthan have introduced a free bus service for women. This initiative aims to help women travel easily to their parental homes and families during the festival. A significant number of women are taking advantage of this free travel option. The Bihar ... Read more Free Bus Service for Women on Raksha Bandhan in Bihar and Rajasthan

Bhopal, August 28: The festival of Raksha Bandhan is being celebrated in Madhya Pradesh. On this occasion, Governor Mangubhai Patel and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlighted the traditional message of love and trust between siblings. They also linked this festival to the values of family harmony, social unity, and womens empowerment. In his message, Governor ... Read more Raksha Bandhan: Madhya Pradesh Leaders Emphasize Sibling Bonds and Womens Empowerment

Gandhinagar, August 28: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghvi extended their warm wishes to citizens on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. They highlighted the festivals significance in celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. Meanwhile, state BJP President Jagdish Vishwakarma emphasized the importance of recognizing womens respect, safety, and empowerment. ... Read more Gujarat Leaders Extend Raksha Bandhan Greetings, Emphasizing Relationships and

Lucknow, August 28: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Om Prakash Rajbhar, the national president of the Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) and a minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, launched a sharp attack on Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party (SP). Rajbhar questioned Yadav, asking if he could offer the women ... Read more OP Rajbhar Criticizes Akhilesh Yadav on Raksha Bandhan, Demands Womens Safety Assurance

Amsterdam, August 28: The Netherlands and Argentina will clash in the final of the FIH Womens Hockey World Cup this Saturday. Both teams secured their spots after intense semifinal victories. This match will be a rematch of the 2022 World Cup final, where the Netherlands emerged victorious. The host nation, the Netherlands, defeated co-host Belgium ... Read more Netherlands and Argentina Set for Womens Hockey World Cup Final Rematch

New Delhi, August 28: The Womens Asia Cup 2026 is set to kick off this Friday. The Indian team will begin its campaign against Thailand on August 30. Here are five Indian players whose performances will be closely monitored during the tournament. Smriti Mandhana: The star batter of Team India, Smriti Mandhana, has been in ... Read more Womens Asia Cup 2026: Key Indian Players to Watch

New Delhi, August 28: The Womens T20 Asia Cup 2026 kicks off today, with the opening match between Thailand and Hong Kong. The Indian team will face Thailand on August 30. Here are the top five run scorers in the Womens T20 Asia Cup. Harmanpreet Kaur: The captain of the Indian team, Harmanpreet Kaur, holds ... Read more Top 5 Run Scorers in Womens T20 Asia Cup: Harmanpreet Kaur Leads the Pack

Lucknow, August 28: Akhilesh Yadav, the National President of the Samajwadi Party, addressed mothers, sisters, and daughters of Uttar Pradesh on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. He stated that respect for women, their safety, dreams, and aspirations are not merely political issues for him, but a personal commitment. Yadav expressed his dedication to creating a ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Emphasizes Womens Respect as Personal Commitment on Raksha Bandhan

Lucknow, August 28: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, the Uttar Pradesh government is offering free travel for women on state roadways. Women traveling to meet their brothers and families have expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for this initiative. Many women stated that while receiving gifts from their brothers is special, the ... Read more Free Travel for Women on Raksha Bandhan: A Gesture of Gratitude Towards CM Yogi Adityanath

Amsterdam, August 28: In a thrilling encounter at the FIH Womens Hockey World Cup 2026, the Indian womens team triumphed over Germany with a score of 3-1, securing fifth place in the tournament. This match, held on Thursday, marked the conclusion of Indias historic campaign. With this impressive victory against the worlds fifth-ranked team, India ... Read more India Secures Fifth Place at Womens Hockey World Cup with Novneet Kaurs Double Against Germany

Ranchi, August 28: On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a unique message of nature conservation emerged from the Sunsonia forest in the East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. Hundreds of tribal women, dressed in traditional attire, gathered in the forest on Thursday to tie Rakhi around Sal trees, pledging to protect them. This special event was ... Read more Tribal Women Celebrate Raksha Bandhan by Protecting Trees in Jharkhand

New Delhi, August 28: Carrie Chan, the left-arm wrist-spinner from Hong Kong-China, recently spent some time in the hospital due to diarrhea. This was a minor setback in her dream of playing in the Womens Asia Cup 2026, but she is now fully recovered. Known on the team sheet as Ka Ying Chan, she is ... Read more Carrie Chan Excited to Face India and Pakistan in Womens Asia Cup

New York, August 28: The current champion Aryna Sabalenka is joined by top-seeded American Jessica Pegula and 2026 Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova in the top half of the US Open 2026 womens singles draw. In the bottom half, US Open champion Coco Gauff (2023) and Iga Swiatek (2022) are present, alongside 2026 Grand Slam champion ... Read more US Open 2026: Sabalenka, Pegula, and Noskova Lead Womens Singles Top Half

Saharanpur, August 27: Congress MP Imran Masood recently shared his views on several pressing issues, including the cancellation of the Samajwadi Partys rally, Akhilesh Yadavs controversial chavanni statement, the Yogi governments initiatives, law and order in Uttar Pradesh, and the floods in Nepal. He emphasized that every political party has its own agenda and the ... Read more Imran Masood Critiques Yogi Governments Late Initiatives for Women

Gandhinagar, August 27: On Thursday, women from various communities and backgrounds tied Rakhi to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel at Lok Bhavan in Gandhinagar. The Raksha Bandhan ceremony saw participation from representatives of social and charitable organizations across the state. Women associated with social organizations, charitable institutions, Brahma Kumaris, and groups working for the differently-abled ... Read more Women Celebrate Raksha Bandhan with Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel in

New Delhi, August 26: Rajendra Pal Gautam, the UP Congress in-charge, has launched a scathing attack on the Yogi government and opposition parties regarding various political issues in Uttar Pradesh. He labeled the state governments initiatives aimed at women as mere election gimmicks, welcomed Akhilesh Yadavs announcements, and responded to Asaduddin Owaisis comments about Congress. ... Read more UP Congress Leader Criticizes Yogi Governments Election Promises for Women

New Delhi, August 26: BJP spokesperson Ajay Alok has targeted the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) regarding their approach to womens issues. He stated that the public is well aware of these parties track records on womens safety during their time in power. According to him, it sounds insincere for the ... Read more BJPs Ajay Alok Critiques SP and RJD on Womens Safety Issues

Mumbai, August 26: BJP leader Rohan Gupta has launched a verbal attack on the opposition regarding comments made by Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on womens reservation, the upcoming municipal elections in Rajasthan, and Union Home Minister Amit Shahs statements on illegal immigration. Defending the BJP governments policies, he accused the Congress and SP of ... Read more Rohan Gupta Criticizes Opposition on National Security and Womens Reservation Issues

Noida, August 26: In a significant move for women, the Uttar Pradesh government has announced free travel on state transport buses in celebration of Raksha Bandhan. This initiative will benefit women traveling on 100 electric buses operating in Noida, Greater Noida, and the Yamuna Authority area. Preparations have begun to facilitate womens journeys during this ... Read more Free Travel for Women on Raksha Bandhan with 100 E-Buses Starting August 27

Lucknow, August 26: The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has introduced a significant initiative for women just before Raksha Bandhan. On Wednesday, the Lokmata Ahilyabai Maatrushakti Yatra Yojana was launched. This program allows women aged 60 and above to travel for free on Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses ... Read more Uttar Pradesh Launches Free Bus Service for Women Ahead of Raksha Bandhan

New Delhi, August 26: Dr. Preeti Adani, Chairperson of the Adani Foundation, emphasized the importance of investing in youth, women, and local innovators to address local issues and create development models that can serve as examples for the Global South. Speaking at the AVPN Global Conference 2026 in the national capital, she highlighted the need ... Read more Dr. Preeti Adani Advocates for New Development Models through Investment in Youth and Women

Mumbai, August 26: Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu is currently preparing for the arrival of her first child. Amidst this joyful anticipation, she shared special moments from her pregnancy on Wednesday, offering crucial advice to expectant mothers. The actress posted several pictures and videos on Instagram, showcasing her workouts at the gym even during pregnancy. Through ... Read more Samantha Ruth Prabhu Shares Important Message for Pregnant Women

New Delhi, August 26: Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has expressed his discontent with the ICCs punishment regarding the altercation between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lankan fast bowler Asitha Fernando during the second Test in Colombo. He warned that leniency towards such incidents could encourage players to repeat such behavior. Manjrekar, who has previously voiced ... Read more Former Cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar Criticizes ICCs Punishment of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando