Women

About 11 women in Lucknow are establishing their individual identities as chikankari embroidery artisans – all thanks to an organization that not only trained them but also connects them with buyers through an online platform

Women in a small village located in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra have come together to ensure that their family members are getting nutritious food throughout the year, with a ration shop run by them.

Canadian-Indian artist Baljit Singh takes on the dowry system in her new photo series titled 'Paraya Dhan'

Single mothers of adopted daughters talk about their heartwarming journeys into motherhood and the changing definition of family.

Birds depend on trees and water bodies for their survival, but have faced a decline in numbers because of urbanisation and deforestation. Here's how six communities in India are changing that in small but significant w

Ten reasons why women police officers are a force to reckon with, as they break gender stereotypes and carve a niche for themselves with their strong personalities.

There was a time when women in this village were not allowed to enter the temple. Today, the old restrictions are a thing of the past, all thanks to a unique interventions.

While domestic violence leaves victims feeling extremely helpless, there are ways to fight. Help is on the way.

In Mangolpuri area of Delhi, a 100 houses and shops have been designated as 'safehouses' for women. They can knock on the doors of these houses when they feel threatened by harassers on the street.

The Stand Up India scheme, launched on April 5, ensures that women and SC/ST entrepreneurs have a fair chance at setting up their own businesses. The scheme facilitates loans from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 1 crore for them, along with other benefits.