Tag: Economic empowerment

“You are too privileged to be a Dalit!” – A Personal Memory

Arijit Bose
Dalit History Month, Dalit identity, caste system, caste discrimination, social justice, equality, human rights, dignity, representation, inclusion, Dalit movement, Bahujan politics, constitutional rights, reservation policy, anti-caste movement, Dalit Panthers, B. R. Ambedkar, Jyotirao Phule, Savitribai Phule, Dalit literature, Dalit feminism, intersectionality, marginalised voices, cultural resistance, identity politics, caste bias, systemic inequality, education access, economic empowerment, social mobility, workplace discrimination, digital activism, community empowerment, inclusive development, policy reform, youth leadership

This Dalit History Month, Usha Kumari writes on growing up Dalit, wearing education as armour, and the questions that still have no comfortable answer. Days ago, I was discussing caste and casteism with one of my colleagues. He asked me, quite gracefully, “What if I encounter casteist remarks?” I replied that it usually comes from those who know that I belong to a Scheduled Caste. To them, I don’t deserve reservation, and almost everything they say to me revolves around it. Growing up, I read comics, books, and novels. My…

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India’s Iron Ladies Play Pioneers of Change

Arijit Bose
Women empowerment, Women in India, Women entrepreneurs, Women in business, Women-led startups, Women in politics, Women in governance, Women in science, Women in technology, Women in innovation, Women in social activism, Women in sports, Gender equality, Economic empowerment, Women leadership, Women in STEM, Women in arts, Women in media, Women in entertainment, Women in journalism, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Women’s Reservation Bill, Women in grassroots politics, Women in Panchayati Raj, Women in IT sector, Women-led ISRO missions, Gender-based violence, Equal pay, Workplace safety, Women in finance, Women in self-help groups, Women in microfinance, Women’s labor rights, Female literacy, Women in startups, Women in corporate leadership, Women in cinema, Women’s legal reforms, Women in athletics, Women in cultural narratives, Women breaking barriers.

Lucknow: India is witnessing a dynamic transformation led by its women. From business and politics to science and social activism, women are at the forefront of progress, reshaping the country’s social and economic landscape. This transformation is not just about breaking barriers; it is about rewriting the rules of the game. Women in Business and Economy Women entrepreneurs are playing a crucial role in India’s economic rise. According to reports, women-led startups have increased significantly, contributing to job creation and innovation. The success stories of entrepreneurs like Falguni Nayar (founder…

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