Recent global studies highlight that digital transformation’s benefits are not reaching most women. In Rajasthan, innovation and technology have made gradual inroads that may strengthen gender equality.
The abnormal cold temperatures are extremely harsh on the older population, especially people with comorbidities, the homeless, in addition to those living in slums and lower socio-economic rungs.
States like Punjab, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Kerala, and Assam are among the 50 high risk states, as per the Gross Domestic Climate Risk Ranking. Read More
Menstrual health remains at the top of the agenda when it comes to spreading awareness about the structural and social inequalities that girls face in Indian society. It’s an under-recognised social determinant of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), the building block to attaining gender equality outcomes.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s announcement of ‘MISHTI’, a new scheme for mangrove plantation along India’s coasts has been lauded by many. The government has slashed fund allocation for several schemes that aid mangrove afforestation, including the National Coastal Mission. Read More
