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NDTV Explains: The Caste Census Roller Coaster In Indian Politics
Census, survey, or enumeration... whatever the suffix, for the first time since 1931 India will count the men, women, and children in each of the hundreds of castes and sub-castes that make up its complex socio-cultural fabric, the government said.
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NDTV Yuva Conclave: First-Time Women MPs On Breaking Barriers In Politics
In a political landscape still dominated by men, a new generation of young women leaders is making its mark.
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"Did Women Roam Naked Before 2005?" Rabri Devi Counters Nitish Kumar's Jabs
With the political temperature in Bihar rising in the election year, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Rabri Devi exchanged sharp barbs in the Legislative Council.
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"Our Sole Intention...": Kashmir Fashion Show Organisers' Apology Amid Row
The organisers of the fashion show in Jammu and Kashmir, in which men and women posed in skimpy attire, have apologised after pictures from the event sparked a massive row and drew strong political reactions from key players in the Union Territory.
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AAP, BJP, Congress Offer Cash Transfers, Chase 'Women Power' In Delhi Poll
As the clock ticks down to February 5 - date of voting for the Delhi Assembly election - the AAP, Congress, and BJP are scrambling for favour among women, a section of voters the country's political parties seems to have woken up to in recent polls.
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Trump's Presidency Crushes Hopes Of First Female President, Again
The glass ceiling for women in politics just got even more daunting, as the prospect of a female US president has been shattered once again by Donald Trump.
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Japan Makes Tepid Push On Gender Gap In Politics As Election Nears
Karen Makishima is the only female running for Japan's ruling party in her 20-seat prefecture for the October 27 general election, reflecting the tough battle women face in breaking into the country's male dominated politics.
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Why The Vance-Walz Debate Boils Down To Contrasting Versions Of Masculinity
Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance and Kamala Harris's vice-presidential pick Tim Walz -- set to debate each other Tuesday -- embody different versions of masculinity in an election that is dividing American men and women like never before.
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High-Profile Resignations, Political Fallout: What's Going On In Mollywood
The Malayalam film industry is grappling with allegations of harassment and sexual abuse, particularly against women professionals.
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Vinesh vs Cousin Babita Phogat In Haryana Polls? Buzz Is Olympian May Join Politics
Vinesh missed the opportunity to win a gold medal in women's freestyle 50kg category in the Paris Olympics after getting disqualified from the final for being 100gm overweight
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"Offer Unconditional Apology": KTR Says Sorry For Remarks On Women
BRS leader KT Rama Rao (KTR), speaking exclusively with NDTV, offered an "unconditional apology" for his recent remarks on women which have triggered a political firestorm in Telangana.
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Trinamool Vs Ex Women's Panel Chief Over Kolkata Doctor's Rape-Murder
The rape-murder of the young doctor in Kolkata that has unleashed a storm across the nation, is now a full-blown political controversy, with Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress going toe-to-toe with the former chief of the National Women's Commission.
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BCB Seeks Bangladesh Army's Assurance For Hosting Women's T20 World Cup
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has sought security assurance from the country's army chief for conducting the women's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in October 3-20 amid political unrest in the country
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How The "Vampire" Serial Killer Murdered 42 Women, Packed Them In Sacks
Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, 33, has been described as a "psychopathic serial killer who has no respect for human life." Khalusha's horrific acts have come to light amidst political turmoil and a rising wave of gender-based violence in the country.
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"Selective": PM Slams Opposition's Silence Over Bengal Flogging Cases
Prime Minister Narendra Modi - speaking in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday - targeted the opposition over "selective politics" with regard to atrocities against women, with reference to cases of flogging from Bengal.
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NDTV Explains: The Caste Census Roller Coaster In Indian Politics
Census, survey, or enumeration... whatever the suffix, for the first time since 1931 India will count the men, women, and children in each of the hundreds of castes and sub-castes that make up its complex socio-cultural fabric, the government said.
-
NDTV Yuva Conclave: First-Time Women MPs On Breaking Barriers In Politics
In a political landscape still dominated by men, a new generation of young women leaders is making its mark.
-
"Did Women Roam Naked Before 2005?" Rabri Devi Counters Nitish Kumar's Jabs
With the political temperature in Bihar rising in the election year, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Rabri Devi exchanged sharp barbs in the Legislative Council.
-
"Our Sole Intention...": Kashmir Fashion Show Organisers' Apology Amid Row
The organisers of the fashion show in Jammu and Kashmir, in which men and women posed in skimpy attire, have apologised after pictures from the event sparked a massive row and drew strong political reactions from key players in the Union Territory.
-
AAP, BJP, Congress Offer Cash Transfers, Chase 'Women Power' In Delhi Poll
As the clock ticks down to February 5 - date of voting for the Delhi Assembly election - the AAP, Congress, and BJP are scrambling for favour among women, a section of voters the country's political parties seems to have woken up to in recent polls.
-
Trump's Presidency Crushes Hopes Of First Female President, Again
The glass ceiling for women in politics just got even more daunting, as the prospect of a female US president has been shattered once again by Donald Trump.
-
Japan Makes Tepid Push On Gender Gap In Politics As Election Nears
Karen Makishima is the only female running for Japan's ruling party in her 20-seat prefecture for the October 27 general election, reflecting the tough battle women face in breaking into the country's male dominated politics.
-
Why The Vance-Walz Debate Boils Down To Contrasting Versions Of Masculinity
Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance and Kamala Harris's vice-presidential pick Tim Walz -- set to debate each other Tuesday -- embody different versions of masculinity in an election that is dividing American men and women like never before.
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High-Profile Resignations, Political Fallout: What's Going On In Mollywood
The Malayalam film industry is grappling with allegations of harassment and sexual abuse, particularly against women professionals.
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Vinesh vs Cousin Babita Phogat In Haryana Polls? Buzz Is Olympian May Join Politics
Vinesh missed the opportunity to win a gold medal in women's freestyle 50kg category in the Paris Olympics after getting disqualified from the final for being 100gm overweight
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"Offer Unconditional Apology": KTR Says Sorry For Remarks On Women
BRS leader KT Rama Rao (KTR), speaking exclusively with NDTV, offered an "unconditional apology" for his recent remarks on women which have triggered a political firestorm in Telangana.
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Trinamool Vs Ex Women's Panel Chief Over Kolkata Doctor's Rape-Murder
The rape-murder of the young doctor in Kolkata that has unleashed a storm across the nation, is now a full-blown political controversy, with Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress going toe-to-toe with the former chief of the National Women's Commission.
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BCB Seeks Bangladesh Army's Assurance For Hosting Women's T20 World Cup
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has sought security assurance from the country's army chief for conducting the women's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in October 3-20 amid political unrest in the country
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How The "Vampire" Serial Killer Murdered 42 Women, Packed Them In Sacks
Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, 33, has been described as a "psychopathic serial killer who has no respect for human life." Khalusha's horrific acts have come to light amidst political turmoil and a rising wave of gender-based violence in the country.
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"Selective": PM Slams Opposition's Silence Over Bengal Flogging Cases
Prime Minister Narendra Modi - speaking in the Rajya Sabha on Wednesday - targeted the opposition over "selective politics" with regard to atrocities against women, with reference to cases of flogging from Bengal.
