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How International Women’s Day came to be celebrated on March 8. There’s a Russian connection
Fp Explainers •The world celebrates International Women’s Day each year on March 8. But did you know that the celebration has a strong Russian link dating back to 1917?
International Women's Day 2025: From Manu Bhaker to Sheetal Devi, India’s young female sports stars to watch out for
Fpsports •On the occasion of 'Women's Day', we take a look at a few Indian female sportspersons – under 25 years of age in this case – who are likely to dominate their respective fields not just this year, but in the near future.
She Shakti Suraksha Survey 2025: Majority of women say don’t feel safe travelling alone by public transport at night
Fp Staff •In the She Shakti Suraksha Survey 2025, majority of Indian women were found to be feeling unsafe while travelling in public transport at night
PM Modi to get all-women security cover for Women’s Day event in Gujarat
•The prime minister will be on a two-day visit to Gujarat and the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli on Friday and Saturday, during which he will address the 'Lakhpti Didi Sammelan' at Vansi Borsi village on March 8
News18 She Shakti Suraksha Survey 2025: 3 Indian cities where women feel the safest
Fp Staff •The cities were picked by the women who took part in the She Shakti Suraksha Survey 2025, which was conducted by CNN-News18 in partnership with Pvalue
Women sit on 1 of every 5 boards of India Inc, lower than global average of 1 in 4
•The report by Deloitte Global Boardroom Program analysed more than 18,000 companies in 50 countries exploring representation of women in the boardroom. This includes analysis of 400 companies from India
How women are navigating challenges and taking centre stage in the AI-powered technology landscape
Harsha Solanki •By working together, we can move towards the common goal of shaping a progressive future of AI that has diverse perspectives, equal representation and an inclusive landscape
10 chic spots for marking International Women’s Day with your tribe
Garima Verma •Be it desi flavours, global fusion, royal charm, or wellness, these places in Delhi-NCR have it all to make it a special one
Women's Day 2024: From Mary Kom to Mithali Raj, Indian women who broke the glass ceiling in sport
Trendingdesk •We celebrate Women's Day by highlighting the achievements of India's top female athletes who have risen through the ranks and have become role models for plenty of young girls in the country.
Women's Day Special: India's teenage sports queens who want to change the gender-divide narrative
Akaash Dasgupta •On International Women's Day 2024, we bring you the stories of three teenage sportspersons from India who are changing the gender-divide narrative.