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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed disappointment over the lack of progress in the women, peace and security agenda, warning that global gains are reversing as women continue to face exclusion, violence, and underfunding in conflict zones.

Two women Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Gadchiroli’s Etapalli taluka, Maharashtra. The joint C-60 and CRPF operation also led to the recovery of arms, ammunition and Maoist literature. Anti-Naxal combing operations remain underway.

Capri Sports and KPMG launched a groundbreaking report on women’s sports in India, revealing sharp growth in viewership, brand investment, and digital engagement. With a projected valuation of $900 million by 2030, the report highlights a promising future for women athletes.

Balapur police raided a brothel in Shaheen Nagar and arrested the organiser and two customers. Five women were rescued and moved to a rehabilitation home. The operation was conducted based on a tip-off by a team led by Inspector M. Sudhakar.

Rachakonda She Teams apprehended 198 individuals, including 42 minors, for harassing women between July 1 and 15. Officials booked cases, conducted counselling, and launched awareness drives, preventing two child marriages. Citizens can report harassment via WhatsApp at 8712662111 or Dial 100.

Women in Kagaznagar mandal shut down illegal liquor belt shops in Chintaguda and Koyavagu villages, citing damage to family life due to alcohol addiction. They urged officials to act, after staging a protest at the Prohibition and Excise office in Kagaznagar.

For women who keep it classy, fragrance becomes more than just a pleasant scent; it transforms into a silent declaration of sophistication.

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Indian Arrows Women Juniors began the 2024-25 IWL 2 Final Round with a 2-0 victory against Roots FC at the Duler Stadium, in Goa, on Friday. The two goals came in the second half

Speaking to the media at her residence on Monday, Kavitha accused the Congress government of betraying women by not fulfilling its election promises. She cautioned that if an official announcement was not made by March 8, 10,000 women would stage protests across 10,000 villages.

Endometriosis is as prevalent as diabetes and asthma among women, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood, misdiagnosed, underfunded, and under-researched health conditions. It significantly impacts women's lives mentally, personally, and professionally, said Dr. Vimee Bindra, founder of the Endometriosis Foundation of India, on Monday.

Sharing the news on X, BRS working president KT Rama Rao expressed delight that the 2022 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has now come to fruition. He posted visuals of the unit, highlighting that once fully operational, Sircilla Apparel Park will create 25,000 jobs, attributing the initiative to the visionary leadership of former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao.

In coordination with the local police, the SOT conducted a raid on a residential apartment in Gowlidoddi, Gachibowli. The operation uncovered that the organisers of the international racket were exploiting women from various countries.

Producing the accused before the media in Sircilla on Friday, Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan disclosed details about the kidnap episode.

The speeding car collided with two autos coming from the opposite direction near Medalamma Temple on the Narsapur-Hyderabad road. The impact resulted in instant death for the victims, while the injured were rushed to the government hospital in Narsapur.

Speaking to mediapersons at Nizamabad on Monday, Kavitha said despite having "SHE Teams" initiated by the previous BRS government to prevent crimes against women, the Congress government failed to ensure its effective functioning. She demanded that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, who handles the Home department, conduct a special review meeting on women's safety and take urgent measures to control crime against women.

Women voiced their grievances over the widespread presence of belt shops in and around Jogipet, blaming them for their families' financial woes. They shared that men in their households were spending their entire earnings on liquor, with some even pawning gold ornaments to fund their addiction. Divya, a housewife, highlighted the dire consequences, explaining how this behavior left them unable to pay their children's tuition fees or meet other essential needs. The women demanded immediate action to shut down the belt shops.

The three-member committee will be chaired by Transport Minister Mandipalli Ramprasad Reddy, with Minister for Women and Child Welfare and Tribal Welfare Gummadi Sandhya Rani, and Home Minister V. Anitha as members. As per a Government Order issued on Saturday, the Principal Secretary to the Government, Transport, Roads, and Buildings, will serve as the convenor of the committee.

Officials stated that between November 16 and December 15, they received complaints from various sources, including direct reports, WhatsApp messages, and social media, regarding hotspots such as metro trains, stations, bus stops, workplaces, and colleges across the Rachakonda area.

After garlanding the Ambedkar statue, Kavitha joined the women in playing ‘Bathukamma.’ Later, she participated in a bike rally from Dharur to the new bus stand. Addressing the crowd, she remarked that the large turnout of women and others reaffirmed Jagtial's reputation as a stronghold of the BRS.