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Diversity initiatives are bringing more women to certain roles: Survey
Indian companies are prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, with varying levels of women's representation across roles highlighted in a Manpower Group survey. Administrative and operational roles show higher female presence, while top-level management and STEM roles exhibit lower representation. Key findings emphasize the importance of trust, relationship building, and technology-driven solutions like AI for unbiased recruitment.
NHRC seeks detailed report from labour ministry, Tamil Nadu government on Foxconn issue
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the central labor ministry and Tamil Nadu government over allegations of Foxconn's discrimination against married women at its Sriperumbudur assembly plant. This action follows reports that Foxconn excluded married women from employment, raising serious concerns about gender equality and the violation of the right to equal opportunity.
'We hire more women because they are more disciplined', says Ola founder Bhavish Aggarwal on Foxconn controversy
Ola's founder Bhavish Aggarwal reaffirmed the company's commitment to employing women, including married women, amid reports of Foxconn's discriminatory practices. Ola's FutureFactory in Tamil Nadu employs an all-women workforce, with plans to extend this model to its new Gigafactory. Aggarwal emphasized that women are disciplined and dexterous, and Ola aims to address the low representation of women in the workforce by hiring at all levels, including senior management.
Only 17% of targets to improve life around the world are likely to be reached by 2030, UN reports
Despite incremental progress in some areas, global sustainable development remains hindered by slow advancement and persistent challenges. Efforts in expanding technology access and renewable energy capacity show promise, but significant work is needed to address issues like gender equality and education to achieve the 2030 goals.
How does Sudha Murty define gender equality? 'Like two wheels of a bicycle'
In a recent video, author and Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty shared her views on gender equality, emphasizing that men and women are equal but in different ways. She likened their relationship to two wheels of a bicycle, stating that they complement each other and are essential for progress. Murty highlighted the unique strengths of each gender, noting that women often excel in languages, management, and emotional intelligence, while men may have higher IQs but lower emotional quotients.
Gender ratio improves at old IIMs as they take more female candidates
Indian business schools are prioritizing gender diversity by admitting more women to their flagship programs, reflecting a broader trend in corporate India. Efforts to enhance classroom dynamics and prepare students for diverse workplaces are also underway.
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ICC convicts Timbuktu jihad police chief of war crimes
Mindua described brutal floggings in the central square in front of crowds including children, as well as a public amputation by machete. Al Hassan was convicted of "contributing to the crimes perpetrated by other members" of the Jihadist groups including mutilation and persecution.
Gender minorities, marginalised groups to comprise 25 pc of Tata Steel workforce: Official
Tata Steel's inclusive approach to diversity and recruitment has not only transformed the workforce composition but also significantly impacted the lives of transgender employees, fostering a supportive and empowering environment for personal and professional growth.
UNGA President honours India's Hansa Mehta on International Day for Women in Diplomacy
On the International Day for Women in Diplomacy, UNGA President Dennis Francis honored Hansa Mehta, an Indian feminist leader and diplomat, for her pivotal role in making the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) more inclusive. Mehta successfully advocated changing "All men are born free and equal" to "All human beings are born free and equal" in the UDHR's Article 1, a landmark moment for women's rights.
View: Gender diversity needs work
This year, 797 women candidates contested the general elections, constituting 9.6% of the total 8,337 candidates. Only 74 of them won a seat in the 18th Lok Sabha - four fewer than the number of women in the 17th Lok Sabha. This comes less than a year after the passage of the Women's Reservation Bill, which reserves one-third of seats in Lok Sabha and assemblies for women.
It's time for GoI to expose biased global rankings & create honest indices in India
India's falling rankings in global indices, such as the Global Gender Gap index and Corruption Perceptions Index, raise concerns despite its rapid progress in digitalisation. The country's low rankings in various global indices, including the UN's e-Government Development Index and International Telecommunication Union's ICT Development Index, highlight a disconnect between its economic growth and global recognition.
Formal job creation under ESIC down by 7.8% in April to 1.64 million as compared to 1.78 million in April 2023
The provisional payroll data, released by the ministry of labour and employment shows that out of the total 1.64 million employees added during the month, 0.78 million employees or 47.6% of the total employees added to ESIC were up to 25 years of age, suggesting more jobs have been generated for the youth of the nation.
India ranks 129th on Global Gender Gap index, Iceland on top: WEF
India dropped to 129th place in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Index 2024, while Iceland retained the top spot. India ranks fifth in South Asia, trailing Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan, with Pakistan at the bottom. Despite progress in economic participation and educational enrolment, India's political empowerment and representation of women remain low. Globally, the gender gap will take 134 years to close at the current rate.
PE-VC sector's Laapataa Ladies
Take the PE-VC landscape. Venture capital is still a man's game, and underrepresentation of women at the helm translates into a missed opportunity for the entire sector. Several groundbreaking ventures go untapped because the room lacks the perspective that resonates with a significant portion of the market. There is gross underrepresentation of women, both as entrepreneurs and investors.
From stuffed toys to sports cars, sales break gender rules
Gender norms are blurring in purchasing decisions, particularly in urban India, with more men and women adopting newer hats in their social and professional lives. Consumer goods companies are adapting their marketing strategies to address this change. Women are increasingly buying 'toys for boys', such as drones and remote-control cars, accounting for 25-30% of Hamleys' sales.
This engineer switched her gender to male on social media: What happened next reveals the dark truth of online advertising
Engineer Karen de Sousa Pesse conducted an eye-opening experiment by changing her gender from female to male on social media platforms. This simple alteration led to a significant shift in the advertisements she received, highlighting prevalent gender stereotypes. Her LinkedIn post sparked discussions on the impact of such biases in marketing and received varied responses from users. Pesse's experiment sheds light on the need for more inclusive advertising practices.
Global equality champion Iceland set to elect woman as president
Iceland is set to elect a woman as president for the second time. Two women, Katrin Jakobsdottir and Halla Tomasdottir, are leading in the polls to succeed Gudni Th Johannesson.
Supreme Court reconstitutes committee on gender sensitisation
The Supreme Court has reconstituted its Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee, chaired by top court judge Hima Kohli, with members including Justice B V Nagarathna, Sukhda Pritam, Meenakshi Arora, and others.
Attrition a major challenge in consumer durables and electronics industry: Report
A report by TeamLease Services revealed key insights into the temporary workforce in India's consumer durables and electronics industry. The average worker is a 31-year-old male with a monthly CTC of Rs 24,005 and additional Rs 6,356 in incentives. Gender disparity is notable, with 94% of the workforce being male. Most workers have education up to 12th standard or below (56%), while 38% have bachelor's degrees. The average work tenure is 2.8 years, with longer tenure in metro cities (3.4 years) compared to tier-two cities (2.3 years).
Meet Major Radhika Sen: The Indian peacekeeper championing gender equality in UN Missions
Major Radhika Sen of the Indian Army, deployed to MONUSCO in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is set to receive the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes her outstanding contributions to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment in United Nations peacekeeping operations. Major Sen's work has had a significant impact on local communities in the DRC, setting a high standard for future peacekeeping missions.
Percentage of women in senior leadership roles increases to 18% in 2023 from 16% in 2016: Report
The report by LinkedIn and The Quantum Hub highlights that while there has been an increase in women joining the workforce, leadership positions still lack gender parity. The representation of women across the workforce rose to 26.8% in 2024, but senior leadership roles only account for 18.3%, showing a decline from the previous year. Industries like education and government administration have higher female leadership representation, while sectors like construction and utilities lag behind.
Why deeptech companies need to do a deep-dive on gender diversity
Indian companies, particularly in the IT sector, have made some progress in gender diversity but still face significant challenges, especially in the deeptech sector. A report by Pure Storage and Zinnov highlights these issues, revealing that while global capability centres (GCCs) employ 1.66 million people with 28% being women, this diversity decreases sharply at higher corporate levels, dropping to just 6.7% at the executive level.
'Harry Potter' author JK Rowling says she regrets not being vocal about her views on transgender people sooner
Rowling, 58, has been embroiled in controversy and incurred the wrath of activists and "Harry Potter" film stars in recent years over her stance that biological sex is immutable. She denies being transphobic.
Indian peacekeeper is UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year
Major Radhika Sen served in eastern DRC with the UN peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, from March 2023 to April 2024 as the Commander of the Engagement Platoon for the Indian Rapid Deployment Battalion.
Major Radhika Sen of India to receive prestigious 2023 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award
Indian woman peacekeeper, Major Radhika Sen, to be honored with prestigious military gender advocate award from United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Spanish trans actress Karla Gacon bags best actress award at Cannes
The star of Jacques Audiard's vibrant Mexico-set musical 'Emilia Perez' had an acting career, a wife and a daughter before she transitioned age 46, writing a book about it.
Julianne Moore is extremely excited over more representation for women in films
However, the actress pointed that it is still far from "gender parity".
Success of 'Crew' proves that women-led movies can also break BO records, feel Kareena Kapoor Khan
Going forward, Kareena said she will continue to associate herself with projects that "break norms".
Kareena Kapoor Khan appointed UNICEF India National Ambassador
Kareena had earlier served as a Celebrity Advocate for UNICEF India.
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