International Women’s Day

I would like to see International Women’s Day maintained as a day that honours working women: Geraldine Forbes

As a historian, I would like to see International Women’s Day maintained as a day that honours working women and reminds us of the problems they face. The first International Women’s Day, held in February 1909 in New York, commemorated the 1908 strike of women garment industry workers. The next year, the Socialist International declared 8 March a day to honour the movement for women’s rights. However, all celebrations change with time and location.

# Miscellany

Call for intersection between women’s empowerment and climate action

Women gave a call for exploration of the intersection between women’s empowerment and the imperative climate action on the occasion of International Women's Day, the ‘Move for Earth Symposium’ organized by SwitchON Foundation, in collaboration with The Consulate General of Federal Republic of Germany Kolkata and American Center.

Showcasing of art work of Bihar’s talented artists

Their exhibition will continue till April 10.

Free entry at Taj Mahal, Agra Fort on International Women’s Day

As the emphasis is on woman's rights movements, the day sees organisations across the world coming together to plan events that highlight the role of women.

All-women motorbike tour across Ladakh flagged off

The aim of this Adventure Tour is to pay tributes to the brave hearts of the Indian Army since 1962.

Political parties in Telangana mark International Women’s Day with women centric protests

It may be recalled that BRS MLC and daughter of Chief Minister K Kavitha will also hold a day long hunger strike and protest at the Jantar Mantar on 10 March.

By Statesman News Service

07 March, 2023 8 mins read

Labour Minister hosts Health & Nutrition Check-Up Camp for Women Brick Kiln & Beedi workers on International Women’s Day

While acknowledging efforts put in by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Women and Child Minister Smriti Zubin Irani spoke about the work by her Ministry.

By Statesman News Service

08 March, 2022 8 mins read

Women’s Day Special: More than 81% account holders are women under Stand Up India Scheme

As we are celebrating International Women’s Day, today, on 8th March 2021, we take a look at various schemes initiated by the Ministry of Finance which have benefitted the women in India.

By SNS

08 March, 2021 8 mins read

Yes Bank marks International Women’s Day with ‘Yes Essence’, a banking proposition for women

1. The bank will offer a bouquet of solutions, including complimentary healthcare benefits. 2. It covers lifestyle, wellness, education, protection and investment.

By SNS

08 March, 2021 8 mins read

International Women’s Day: Rangoli Chandel nominates Kangana Ranaut, others to take over PM Modi’s #SheInspiresUs campaign

Responding over PM Modi's tweet, Rangoli Chandel nominated her sister along with other celebrities to take over PM Modi’s social media handle.

By SNS

04 March, 2020 8 mins read