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Film industry must be women-friendly: Kerala Minister Veena George
Film industry must be women-friendly: Kerala Minister Veena George
Published on Apr 03, 2025 03:54 PM IST
PTI |
Pakistan: With over 100 criminal incidents in a day, Rawalpindi fears for safety
This alarming rise in crime has caused widespread concern among residents of the garrison city. The victims included individuals from various walks of life.
Updated on Mar 24, 2025 05:26 PM IST
ANI |
West Bengal Assembly passes Bill to allow women work at bars
The ban was imposed by the British through the Bengal Excise Act 1909 when Kolkata (then Calcutta) was the capital of India
Updated on Mar 20, 2025 08:21 PM IST
Rapists should be sterilised like dogs: Rajasthan governor
There are numerous laws and punishments, but criminals still don’t have any fear in their mind, he said.
Published on Mar 11, 2025 10:27 AM IST
Amit Shah to chair meeting reviewing law and order in Delhi
Officials said issues including status of implementation of new criminal laws, women safety, organised criminal gangs, cyber crimes and inter-state criminals are likely to be discussed
Published on Feb 28, 2025 11:08 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Women passengers feel unsafe at Swargate ST stand
Every day, thousands of passengers travel from Swargate ST stand to various parts of Maharashtra, including a significant number of women commute alone
Published on Feb 28, 2025 08:18 AM IST
'Predators posing as brokers': Gurgaon woman narrowly escapes trap, shares tale
A Gurgaon woman shared a troubling experience on Reddit where a broker attempted to redirect her to a remote location.
Updated on Feb 18, 2025 04:59 PM IST
‘Which spray are you using?’: Kochi Uber driver sends creepy messages to woman
Uber has blocked a Kerala-based driver from its platform after he sent inappropriate messages to a woman passenger following a completed trip.
Published on Feb 13, 2025 10:58 AM IST
Noida woman feeding stray dogs alleges assault by residents, say cops foisted case on her
he activist, Tamanna Grover, claimed that on Sunday, the Republic Day, she was feeding dogs in an area “designated” as a feeding spot for community dogs by the apartment owners’ association (AOA when a violent crowd surrounded and ”manhandled” her and her NGO colleagues
Published on Jan 30, 2025 06:38 AM IST
Maria Khan, Noida
Irani: Don’t believe false AAP promises
Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri addressed another public meet at Punjabi Bagh constituency, for party candidate Harish Khurana
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 05:32 AM IST
Afraid of family's ‘reaction’, rape victim puts knife, stones in private parts
Police have arrested the rape accused auto-rickshaw driver.
Published on Jan 24, 2025 07:14 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
‘Form SIT under woman officer’: Cong-led UDF to Kerala govt in Dalit teen case
The girl, now 18, has alleged has alleged she was sexually abused by 62 people since the age of 13.
Published on Jan 12, 2025 05:57 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Noida administration makes women trainers mandatory in gyms, pools: Report
To ensure women's safety, Noida administration has made it mandatory for all gyms, yoga centers, and swimming pools to employ female trainers.
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 12:03 PM IST
Three men chase woman in Bengaluru, distressing video goes viral
A video of a woman in Bengaluru being pursued by three men in a vehicle at 2 AM is making rounds on social media .
Published on Jan 07, 2025 10:41 AM IST
Simran singh
Muslims offer 'chaadar' at Piran Kaliyar praying for Bangladeshi Hindus
In Bangladesh, Shams condemns the oppression faced by people, including attacks on temples and threats to women's safety.
Updated on Dec 10, 2024 10:56 AM IST
PTI |
Uber India introduces new safety features, especially for female users
Uber introduced multiple safety features for both drivers and passengers, including audio recording, women rider preference option, safety preferences, and SOS
Published on Nov 28, 2024 12:05 PM IST
Anti-Romeo squad, tight security in place at ghats for Chhath puja
The 11th battalion NDRF has deployed specialised units equipped with rescue motor boats, ambulances, life-saving equipment, and divers, to assist with any emergencies. Each NDRF team will consist of 25-30 personnel, stationed at major ghats and surrounding areas.
Published on Nov 06, 2024 10:58 PM IST
77 pc women feel unsafe on Delhi buses after dark: Greenpeace report
77 pc women feel unsafe on Delhi buses after dark: Greenpeace report
Published on Oct 30, 2024 12:26 AM IST
PTI |
Free bus rides improved women’s mobility by 23%, but 77% passengers feel unsafe after 5pm: Report
The report is based on a sample survey, of 510 women who use public buses in Delhi, conducted at bus stops and different localities across the city, besides personal interviews with 30 women bus users
Updated on Oct 30, 2024 05:14 AM IST
Alok KN Mishra
Saoirse Ronan goes viral for silencing male actors with ‘10-words response’
Saoirse Ronan showed just how clueless even male allies can be when it come to daily struggles and challenges that women face about their safety.
Published on Oct 29, 2024 11:18 AM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Ananya Das
Woman cop disguised as tourist takes late-night stroll in auto and then...
ACP Sukanya Sharma assessed women's safety in Agra by disguising herself and taking a late-night auto ride, successfully testing emergency services.
Published on Sep 29, 2024 03:45 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Maya questions govt policies on women’s safety
“...this is the time for serious thinking about whether there is a grave flaw in the intentions and policies of governments regarding women’s safety?” she said on X
Updated on Sep 23, 2024 07:00 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
‘Women drank liquor during Reclaim the Night': Bengal minister sparks row
Swapan Debnath remarked that while the state government is responsible for any unfortunate incidents, the safety of women is a shared responsibility.
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 12:59 PM IST
Chandigarh: Campaigning ends at PU-affiliated colleges
Student council elections at all 11 affiliated colleges of the Panjab University (PU) in Chandigarh will take place on September 5
Updated on Sep 04, 2024 09:26 AM IST
Robert Abraham, Chandigarh
Ektaa Kapoor says this on safety of women when asked about Hema Committee report
Ektaa Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor attended the trailer launch of The Buckingham Murders in Mumbai. Ektaa emphasised on 'equalising agency' between men and women.
Published on Sep 03, 2024 06:47 PM IST
Over 35% of 3,885 doctors, mostly women, feel unsafe during night shifts: Study
With 3,885 individual responses, it is the largest study from India on this topic, the IMA claimed.
Published on Aug 30, 2024 02:09 PM IST
PTI |
We’re working with all states to ensure women’s security: PM
The prime minister said the state’s future lies in more and more investments and new job opportunities, which can only be guaranteed by a stable Mahayuti government
Updated on Aug 26, 2024 10:50 AM IST
Kanika Dhillon says ‘men need to step up to make workplaces safe for women'
Amid ongoing protests against the rape-murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, Kanika Dhillon shares her perspective on improving workplace safety for women.
Published on Aug 23, 2024 04:09 PM IST
‘I’ll come back at night': Gurgaon woman's terrifying encounter with Ola driver
A Gurgaon woman was allegedly harassed and threatened by an Ola driver, raising serious concerns about customer safety.
Updated on Aug 21, 2024 03:19 PM IST
Sakshi Sah
How to ensure women’s safety on campus? A call to action after Kolkata tragedy
The Kolkata incident has deeply shocked the nation. It highlights the urgent need to improve safety for women across India, including educational institutions.
Published on Aug 21, 2024 10:37 AM IST