Tag: International Women’s Day 2025

Kisan Trust Organized First ‘Aparajita Samman Ceremony’ on International Women’s Day 2025

Arijit Bose
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New Delhi – The non-profit organization Kisan Trust, founded by Bharat Ratna Chaudhary Charan Singh, proudly hosted the inaugural ‘Aparajita Samman Ceremony’ on International Women’s Day 2025. The event honored the resilience and achievements of women while addressing crucial social issues such as the rehabilitation and reintegration of acid attack survivors through financial aid. The event featured two major panel discussions, engaging experts, policymakers, and influential changemakers in society. The first discussion focused on key aspects of women’s health, including the lack of awareness from childhood, challenges in prioritizing health, breaking…

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International Women’s Day Special: Celebrating the Rise of Women in Eye Care

Arijit Bose
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By Dr. Jimmy Mittal, Head, Department of Ophthalmology, Vivekananda Polyclinic & Institute of Medical Sciences Lucknow: Women are emerging as a transformative force in eye care, driving innovation, accessibility, and leadership. Their contributions span ophthalmology, optometry, vision care, and community outreach, shaping a future where quality eye care reaches all. On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate their achievements and reaffirm our commitment to advancing gender equity in the field. Women’s Growing Presence in Eye Care Women in Ophthalmology Ophthalmology has one of the highest representations of women in medicine.…

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The Origins of International Women’s Day: A Tale of Courage and Change

Nistha Agrawal
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Lucknow (Nistha Agarwal): It all started back in 1908 when a brave group of 15,000 women in New York decided they had enough. Tired of enduring low pay and horrible working conditions in the factories, they took to the streets in a bold strike. Their message was clear: change is needed. This act of resistance sparked a fire for women’s rights that would blaze for years to come. The following year, the Socialist Party of America took the momentum and declared the very first National Women’s Day to honour these…

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