WOMEN DIRECTOR
Zika virus cases in Maharashtra: Govt urges vigilance, focus on pregnant women screening
Zika is an Aedes mosquito-borne viral disease like dengue and chikungunya. Though non-fatal, Zika is associated with microcephaly (a condition where the head is much smaller than expected) in babies born to affected pregnant women which makes it a cause of major concern.
Indian officials visit Foxconn iPhone plant, question executives about hiring
Indian labour officials inspected a Foxconn factory near Chennai, questioning executives about alleged discriminatory hiring practices against married women. This follows a Reuters report revealing that Foxconn systematically excludes married women from iPhone assembly jobs. The investigation has prompted government inquiries and public debates about workplace discrimination and labour laws.
Women in India face a jobs crisis. Are factories the solution?
As international brands limit their dependence on China by shifting some manufacturing to India, the trend holds the potential to generate significant numbers of manufacturing jobs - especially for women, who have largely been excluded from the ranks of formal Indian employment.
A woman's place is in the boardroom
India Inc can attain gender parity by emphasizing middle managers through affirmative action in college and entry-level corporate hiring, ensuring a balanced representation at all levels for effective corporate governance.
Number of women in top roles rises slower than number of women in company boards
A paper by NCAER economists Ratna Sahay, Navya Srivastava, and Mahima Vasishth has documented these findings while highlighting the progress and shortcomings in gender diversity since the April 2015 mandate, the report said. This paper will be presented at the India Policy Forum.
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.
IPO rush amid market rally boosts demand for independent directors
Amid IPO frenzy, companies race to appoint independent directors with specific skill sets crucial for growth. Women lead key committees, while former bureaucrats remain sought after. The process overlooks competencies, favoring recommendations from bankers and auditors. Specialized firms aid in identifying professionals for board roles, ensuring compliance with listing regulations.
'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.
MSME Day 2024: Participation of women in MSMEs increases but challenges remain
MSME Day 2024: While the role of women has increased significantly in India’s MSME set-up, certain challenges remain which need to be soon addressed. Notably, the women-led MSMEs play a critical role in this set up. They contribute significantly to employment and investment.
DGCA issues advisory on gender equality, aims to increase women representation in India's aviation sector by 25%
India's aviation regulator, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), issued an advisory circular on Wednesday focusing on gender equality within the aviation sector. The circular, titled “Gender Equality in Civil Aviation Sector,” aligns with India's Constitution and ICAO’s vision for promoting equal opportunities in aviation.
India Inc makes a play for equality: L&T and Amazon lead the way with all-women teams in engineering and delivery
Engineering giant L&T has established an all-women team at Tata Steel's mining site in Odisha, handling large machinery repairs, inspired by a successful pilot. Amazon, which initiated all-women virtual customer service in 2020, now operates nine all-women delivery stations in various locations. Companies like Shell, KFC, and Dr. Reddy's are also creating all-women teams in various sectors, boosting productivity, reducing attrition, and attracting female talent. These initiatives aim to address the gender gap and promote inclusive practices across industries.
Women find their feet in India’s space sector
Saraniya Periaswamy and Umamaheswari K played instrumental roles in the successful debut of the world’s first rocket equipped with a 3D-printed engine by Agnikul Cosmos from Sriharikota. They oversaw the project from inception to launch, highlighting women's growing contributions to India's space sector. Agnikul aborted the mission four times in the past few months before witnessing success on May 30.
Study finds Mediterranean diet is linked to lower mortality risk in women
A recent study suggests that women adhering to the Mediterranean diet have a 23% lower risk of premature death. This largely plant-based diet, rich in nuts, fruits, vegetables, and olive oil, reduces cholesterol, obesity, and insulin resistance, lowering the risk of metabolic disorders like diabetes and heart disease. The research, published in The Journal of the American Medical Association, followed over 25,000 US women for up to 25 years, highlighting the diet's potential in promoting longevity and reducing mortality, including cancer-related deaths.
BJP alleges AAP's Balkar Singh engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with woman seeking job; NCW calls for urgent probe
The National Commission for Women (NCW) expresses concern over allegations against Punjab MLA Balkar Singh of inappropriate sexual conduct, brought to light by BJP leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga. Singh, a member of AAP, allegedly engaged in misconduct during a video call with a woman seeking employment.
Julianne Moore is extremely excited over more representation for women in films
However, the actress pointed that it is still far from "gender parity".
Padmaavat ke director-saab, a good dose of secular feminism this time?
With Heeramandi, Sanjay Leela Bhansali has joined the Hindi cinema patriotism game, only to refute it – hurrah! But coming from a filmmaker who has depicted crude clichés before, it seems too scripted – boo!
Sandeshkhali Case: Why should state come in as petitioner for protecting interest of private individuals, asks SC
The Supreme Court in India has questioned why the West Bengal government has come in as a petitioner to protect the interests of private individuals in the Sandeshkhali matter. The court was hearing the state government's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's April 10 order, which directed a CBI investigation into allegations of crimes against women and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali. The state government has argued that the high court's order demoralised the state machinery, including the police force, and usurped the powers of the state police to investigate any cognisable offence in the area.
CBI team visits Sandeshkhali to probe alleged crimes against women, land-grabbing
The Calcutta High Court last week ordered a CBI investigation into allegations of crimes against women and land-grabbing in Sandeshkhali, which had witnessed protests over the issues. The court directed the CBI to investigate the allegations and submit a comprehensive report to it.
India Inc, here's a case for making room for women
A study published in Harvard Business Review in 2006 had recommended three or more women directors to drive change. According to researchers Alison M Konrad and Vicki W Kramer, solo women on boards feel isolated and marginalised. Adding a second helps reduce isolation but the two may be perceived as a separate group and could find they have to be careful not to appear to be conspiring. A clear shift occurs when boards have three or more women. At that critical mass, women tend to be regarded by other members not as 'female directors' but simply as fellow directors.
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