For years, she has championed the cause of human rights and secularism in the City of Nawabs. Her passion for social activism continues even today at the age of 76.
Tag: Women’s rights
Man Held for Flashing Woman Inside ATM Centre
The woman managed to capture the act on her mobile phone, following which the man fled from the ATM centre.
‘Can’t Just Sit & Do Nothing Thinking It’s Impossible To Defeat Modi’: Heena Shahid, Modi’s Challenger In Varanasi
A fashion designer and the daughter of Indian Hockey Legend Mohammad Shahid, she wants to voice women’s issues in the polls.
Here’s What the Congress Has Pledged for Women, Religious & Caste Minorities
Implementation of Forest Rights Act, 2006 in letter and spirit, and stopping the eviction of 18.9 tribal & forest-dwelling households are a priority for the party.
Austerity Drives Populism And is a Frontal Attack on the Rights of Women
Women are disproportionately dependent on public services. They can’t afford austerity, and it’s time that governments recognise this.
Virginity Tests of Brides in Kanjarbhat Community Matter of Serious Concern, Says NCW’s Rekha Sharma
According to the media report, two instances of forced virginity test for brides in the Kanjarbhat community have come to the fore in Pune.
How Governments Use Big Data to Violate Human Rights
If left unchecked, invasions of privacy enabled by technology could put every other human right at risk, and on a scale that would be truly terrifying.
The More Women in Government, The Healthier a Population
Women are also more effective at building coalitions and reaching consensus.
Congress Appoints the First Transgender Woman National General Secretary of All India Mahila Congress
Apsara Reddy, a journalist and activist, was selected by Congress president Rahul Gandhi.