Page-19 of Women Empowerment
Saudi Arabia: Travel abroad restriction on women lifted
In a landmark reform, Saudi Arabia has allowed women above 21 years of age to receive passports (issue or renew) and travel abroad without permission from a male guardian. Saudi Arabian Women have for long required permission from their male ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2019
Saudi Arabia ends unfair travel restrictions for women travelers
In a significant departure from its position held in the past, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has ended all restrictions it had imposed on its women citizens related to travel. What has happened? The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has passed ..
Internet Saathi programme to be expanded to Punjab and Odisha
Google India and Tata Trusts are set to expand their ‘Internet Saathi’ digital literacy programme for rural women to villages in Punjab and Odisha. Currently, the programme has reach of 2.6 lakh villages across 18 states. Key Highlights On adding ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2019
Economic Survey 2018-19
The Economic Survey 2018-19 was tabled in the parliament by the Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs. The Key Highlights of Economic Survey 2018-19 are as follows: India’s GDP (gross domestic product) is projected to grow at a rate ..
Fact Box: Jaya Arunachalam
Jaya Arunachalam, Indian social worker and founder of Working Women’s Forum (WWF) died at age of 87 in Chennai. She was also a pioneer of the women’s Self Help group (SHG) movement in the country. About Dr. Jaya Arunachalam She ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2019
Goa Govt. approves amendment to Factories Act to allow Women in Night Shifts
The state government of Goa recently approved an amendment to Factories Act 1948 which will allow deployment of women in night shifts (from 7pm to 6 am) in industries. It is a welcome step taken by Goa government towards women ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2019