Women Safety

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Women unsafe in Uttar Pradesh: Priyanka Gandhi

Gandhi urged women in the state to unite and fight for themselves

11 Nov 2021 12:27 PM

Nearly 10,000 cases of crimes against women were registered in the national capital last year. (Representational image: PTI)

Delhi remains most unsafe for women irrespective of drop in crime rate

According to the NCRB data, the number of cases registered under the IPC in Delhi saw a sharp dip by 18 per cent between 2019 and 2020

16 Sep 2021 10:50 AM

Hyderabad: Members of All Progressive Women Organization during a silent protest over women abuse, at Indira Park in Hyderabad, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020. (PTI Photo)

Amid outrage over Hathras gangrape, home ministry issues women safety advisory

The home ministry said there should be compulsory registration of an FIR in case of a cognisable offence under the CrPC.

10 Oct 2020 10:34 PM

In early December, the Hyderabad police gave 14 tips to women that they should follow while travelling to ensure their own security. Among them are technologised safety mechanisms like the Hawk Eye, Telangana Police’s mobile application, that could help police locate a person in distress. (Representational Image)

How apps undermine the security of women

The question of safety, however, goes beyond securing public spaces or the use of technology to achieve this mandate.

09 Feb 2020 4:25 AM

Appealing for a similar law, Maliwal said: 'I fervently appeal to you to immediately enact the Disha Bill for the entire country. I have lost more than 8 kg in these 12 days and am in immense physical pain but I assure you that I will continue this indefinite fast until 'Disha' law is enacted in the country.' (Photo: ANI)

'Won't break fast until Disha Bill implemented nationwide': DCW writes to PM Modi

The Andhra Assembly on Friday passed Disha Bill, 2019 which ensures punishment for rapists within 21 days.

14 Dec 2019 6:05 PM

If somebody misbehaves it's not going to go untouched now: SRK on #MeToo

The 54-year-old actor says the movement has shone a light on the mistreatment of women in workspace.

09 Dec 2019 9:49 AM

He was addressing a national convention on 'empowerment of women for social transformation' at the headquarters of the Brahma Kumaris. (Photo: ANI)

Rape convicts under POCSO shouldn't have right to file mercy plea: Prez

The President stressed that a society based on equality and harmony could only be possible by empowering women.

06 Dec 2019 2:52 PM

Mardaani 2: Rani Mukerji meets special Night Patrol Police, gets tips for girls to stay safe

Rani Mukerji met the special Night Patrol team that vigilantly protects the city day in and day out.

06 Dec 2019 12:20 PM

Delhi teenage girl sits on protest alone against police over lack of women safety

The young girl identified as Anu was seen venting anger on the Delhi Police officials when they asked her not to sit in the area.

30 Nov 2019 5:33 PM

The project aimed at providing safety for women in Bengaluru 24x7 by installing CCTV cameras, surveillance cameras, panic buttons, up-gradation of dial 100 and GIS mapping of crimes in the city. (Representational Image)

Karnataka cabinet approves Rs 667 crore for safety of women in Bengaluru

Project proposal would be implemented over 3-year period and Centre will bear 60 pc of cost and state 40 per cent, Minister said.

23 Oct 2019 9:12 AM

The winning team receives a cash prize of USD 1500 and the second-place team received USD 500.

Indian students develop apps to tackle women's safety and air pollution, win big

Rakshak, tha app, detects speech patterns via the audio microphone of the user’s smartphone and detects audio snippets requesting help.

21 Oct 2019 4:46 PM

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said that nodal officers will now be appointed at the district level to ensure the safety of the women. (Photo: File)

'Nodal officers at district level for women safety,' says Yogi Adityanath

Malnourished children should get proper nutrition and calendars should be made for nutritious food and shared with public representatives.

08 Sep 2019 10:27 AM

Comic relief

A workshop in the city will harness the art of cartooning to create awareness about laws related to women’s safety.

04 Jul 2019 1:43 AM

Railway minister Piyush Goyal (Photo: File)

Railways working towards safety of women, says Union minister

Officials said that the RPF is also keeping a watchful eye on trafficked children and women or those who have run away from homes.

01 Jul 2019 12:35 AM

'The women-related issue can be informed to the team and then they will take action accordingly. From drivers to police personnel, everyone is a woman,' said Andhra Pradesh DGP AP Thakur. (Photo: ANI)

Sthree Shakthi cops launched to ensure women safety in Andhra Pradesh

The team has woman ASIs, head constables, police constables and home guards.

26 Apr 2019 12:06 PM

The resistance to extending the ambit of the act indicates how online hate speech against women is trivialised.

Resisting campus sexism a step towards women’s safety

For some, the simple act of self-expression on campus can be a harrowing experience.

13 Apr 2019 1:31 AM

Women love city life, but worried about safety

The biggest concerns that women had while migrating were related to safety and finding suitable housing.

13 Mar 2019 3:22 AM

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal (Photo: PTI)

Arvind Kejriwal pledges strong struggle for women safety

Six years ago on this day one of the most brutal and worst crime was committed in the history of Delhi, says Kejriwal.

17 Dec 2018 6:12 AM

Women to get necklaces with panic button

The panic chip will be given to women in the form of a chain, which will cost the state exchequer Rs 1,000 a piece.

29 Nov 2018 1:49 AM

The decision was taken at a meeting chaired by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. (Photo: File)

Delhi cabinet approves survey on infrastructural lacunae

The Delhi government will undertake a survey on infrastructural lacunae in Delhi-NCR with a focus on women safety.

19 Sep 2018 12:38 PM

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