women safety
Yogi Adityanath's Vision for Uttar Pradesh: Transforming into a $1-Trillion Economy with Zero-Tolerance Policy
Dec 06, 2025 08:12 pm CST
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath outlines his strategy to transform Uttar Pradesh into a $1-trillion economy by 2030 through restored law and order, infrastructure development, and zero-tolerance policies against criminals. He discusses his achievements including the Ram Mandir construction, housing reforms that benefited over 1.25 lakh buyers, and creating a safer environment for women and investors in India's most populous state.
Global Femicide Crisis: One Woman Killed Every 10 Minutes by Someone Close to Her in 2024, UN Report Reveals
Nov 25, 2025 01:29 pm CST
A shocking UN report reveals that in 2024, one woman was killed every 10 minutes by someone close to her, with approximately 50,000 women and girls murdered by intimate partners or family members worldwide. The study found that 60% of female homicide victims were killed by partners or relatives, compared to only 11% of male victims, with no region spared and Africa recording the highest number of cases at 22,000. The report also highlights how technology has enabled new forms of violence against women, emphasizing the urgent need for comprehensive legal protection.
College Student Abducted and Gang-Raped in Odisha: Investigation Ongoing
Nov 25, 2025 02:04 am CST
A female college student in Odisha was allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped by five individuals, including a social media acquaintance. The victim was abducted near Khurda Bus Stand, rendered unconscious, and later abandoned at a hospital. Police have detained several suspects while former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik condemned the incident as evidence of failing women's safety measures.
Delhi Acid Attack Case Takes Unexpected Turn as Victim's Father Faces Sexual Exploitation Allegations
Oct 27, 2025 04:51 pm CST
A 20-year-old college student in Delhi became the victim of an acid attack by an alleged stalker, suffering burns on her hands while protecting her face. In a surprising development, the main accused's wife has filed a complaint against the victim's father, alleging sexual exploitation and blackmail, creating a complex dual investigation for Delhi Police as they search for the three attackers who remain at large.
Woman Drugged and Blackmailed for 18 Months After Instagram Friendship Turned Criminal in UP
Oct 15, 2025 10:25 pm CST
A 27-year-old woman in Ballia was allegedly drugged, raped, and blackmailed for over 18 months by a man she met on Instagram. Police arrested 23-year-old Ashish Kumar who allegedly recorded illicit footage of the assault and used it to repeatedly victimize the woman by threatening to share it online. Authorities have filed charges under rape provisions and the Information Technology Act as the investigation continues.
75% of Bangladeshi Women Face Marital Violence: National Survey Reveals Crisis
Oct 13, 2025 10:22 pm CST
A national survey reveals that over 75% of married Bangladeshi women experience violence from partners, with rates exceeding 80% among younger women and those from urban slums and coastal regions. The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics study, supported by UNFPA, interviewed 27,000 women and calls for urgent policy action amid ongoing political turmoil.
Gang-Rape Survivor's Father Condemns Mamata Banerjee's Comments on Women's Safety in West Bengal
Oct 13, 2025 02:11 pm CST
The father of a 23-year-old MBBS student who was gang-raped near a medical college in Durgapur, West Bengal has criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's controversial remarks about women leaving campus at night. While the Chief Minister claimed the incident happened at 12:30 am, police reports indicate it occurred at 8 pm. The survivor's father plans to return with his daughter to Odisha, stating "my daughter's life comes first, her career comes later." Four suspects have been arrested as West Bengal police promise justice.
Police Take Swift Action Against Men Who Shared Instagram Reel Harassing Women in Maharashtra
Oct 09, 2025 03:33 pm CST
Two men from Shrirampur were detained after posting an Instagram video showing them deliberately harassing women in Loni, Maharashtra. Following their arrest, Shahid Hussain Shaikh and Saad Hasham Syed confessed to their misconduct and released a public apology video warning others against similar behavior. The incident highlights how authorities are taking immediate action against public harassment documented on social media.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath Orders Severe Action Against Peace Disruptors Amid Festival Season
Sep 27, 2025 07:59 am CST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed authorities to take stringent action against individuals involved in disrupting peace across multiple districts. During a comprehensive law and order review, the CM expressed concern over provocative processions and inflammatory slogans, ordering immediate FIRs against perpetrators and maintaining his zero-tolerance approach toward criminals, while emphasizing citizen safety as the government's top priority amid the festival season.