Women

The invisible silenced women amidst Muslim extremism

Male Muslims who have liberal views and speak about Muslim enlightenment should be asked where their invisible and marginalised mothers, spouses, daughters, sisters, cousins, or nieces are

Why rural India needs a priority in women-led development

Nearly three-fourth of economically active women are involved in agriculture and allied activities, and most of them work as unpaid family helpers in rural areas

How artificially sweetened ultra-processed foods are linked to depression in women

You might want to keep that packet of chips down. A study has found that consumption of ultra-processed foods, especially drinks containing artificial sweeteners, is associated with the development of depression in women

Why Indian dream of third largest economy must include women in it

India's aim of becoming the third-largest economy by 2028 must include an enhanced participation of women in the formal sector, and manufacturing can help in it

Why women are less happier than men and how to correct it

Despite having more freedom and employment opportunities than ever before, women have higher levels of anxiety and more mental health challenges, such as depression, anger, loneliness and more restless sleep. Here's what can be done about it

Why women should be role models in content for kids

Showcasing women as role models in content for kids has a positive and normative impact on children's aspirations, perceptions, and attitudes towards women

First Nike, now Adidas. Why the sports giant is facing backlash over swimsuit ad

Adidas revealed its ‘Let Love Be Your Legacy’ Pride 2023 line on 15 May. The advertisement, which features a person who outwardly looks like a man wearing a women's swimsuit, has sparked outrage on social media

Goldman Sachs to pay $215m for sex discrimination: The case explained

The lawsuit against Goldman Sachs has finally reached a settlement after more than a decade, with the Wall Street bank paying Rs 17.63 billion to over 2,800 female employees. The lawsuit alleged the bank underpaid women compared to men, and denied them promotions

Explained: How women's PCOS condition can affect their sons

A recent study has discovered that sons of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are at a higher risk of developing obesity than children whose mothers do not have the condition. PCOS is common, affecting around 20 per cent women globally

Explained: The 'eldest daughter syndrome' trending on TikTok and how it can be fixed

'Eldest Daughter Syndrome' is now trending on TikTok, with adolescent girls speaking out about the unfair amount of unpaid labour they do in their families, as well as the negative effects it has on their lives, health, and well-being