At an event in Jaipur hosted by the IRS Women’s Wing, IRSLA, former Miss World and actress Manushi Chhillar took center stage, delivering a powerful speech on women’s empowerment. Addressing a gathering of female IRS officers, she passionately encouraged women to set ambitious goals, emphasizing that with the right support, there are no limits to what they can achieve. She pointed out the crucial role that families play in enabling women’s success, and how collective support can shape a woman’s journey.

Joined by prominent figures such as Meenakshi Ranga, Renu Amitabh, Mahendra Ranga, Rajesh Dhingra, and CK Jain, Manushi stressed that women are capable of accomplishing anything with proper guidance. Her message of inspiration resonated as she expressed her pride in seeing so many women excelling in the IRS.

Manushi’s ongoing commitment to women’s causes is reflected in her ‘Shakti’ project, which focuses on educating women about menstrual hygiene. Through this CSR initiative, she has impacted the lives of many women, demonstrating that beauty can indeed be a catalyst for social change.

As she prepares for her upcoming film ‘Tehran’ with John Abraham, Manushi continues to inspire, recently winning the Trailblazing Star of the Year award. With exciting projects ahead, she remains a role model, encouraging women to pursue their dreams with relentless passion.

Union Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh is optimistic about the role of women-led startups in elevating India’s presence on the global stage in the near future. During the virtual inauguration of eight new NIDHI Inclusive Technology Business Incubators (i-TBIs) across the country and the launch of a new DST-NIDHI website at IIT Delhi, Dr. Singh underscored the critical importance of nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. The newly established i-TBIs, which fall under the Department of Science and Technology’s NIDHI initiative, are situated at the Central University of Rajasthan, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University Ludhiana, BLDE Bijapur, Aligarh Muslim University, Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology Kanpur, Guru Ghasidas University Bilaspur, GSSS Institute of Engineering Mysore, and the University of Petroleum & Energy Studies Dehradun. These incubators are designed to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among students, faculty, and local communities.

Additionally, Dr. Singh introduced the DST-GDC IIT Madras Incubate Program for Deep Tech Startups, a venture supported by prominent IIT Madras alumni, aimed at aiding innovators from Tier II and Tier III cities. He praised the success of the NIDHI program, which was launched in 2016 as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Startup India, Stand Up India initiative. This program has been instrumental in bridging the gap between academia and industry, providing structured support that has helped numerous tech startups, including many led by women. Dr. Singh highlighted the transformative potential of innovation in fields such as AI, Quantum Computing, and New Energy, envisioning India as a developed nation by 2047. He also emphasised that NIDHI helps transition intellectual properties from research labs to the marketplace, bolstering India’s self-reliance and economic growth, and reinforcing Prime Minister Modi’s vision of women entrepreneurs spearheading global innovation. 

In response to the escalating outrage over the alleged murder and sexual assault of a female trainee doctor in Kolkata, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the government’s commitment to women’s safety through stringent laws. He noted that while many tough regulations have been established to protect women, it is crucial to expedite legal processes to ensure maximum security for women.

Addressing the inaugural session of the National Conference of District Judiciary at Bharat Mandapam, Modi stressed that swift action in cases of violence against women is essential for their safety. He remarked that the judicial system must act quickly to provide greater assurance to half the population.

The Prime Minister’s comments followed a letter from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, who urged the implementation of stricter central legislation and severe punishments for heinous crimes such as rape and murder.

Modi highlighted the government’s efforts to reduce delays in the justice system, mentioning that approximately $960 million has been invested in judicial infrastructure over the past decade. He pointed out that this amount represents 75% of the total spending on judicial infrastructure in the last 25 years.

He also praised the Supreme Court for its role as the protector of the Constitution, underscoring its importance in upholding democratic values. Modi acknowledged the court’s efforts in ensuring justice and maintaining public trust.

The Prime Minister inaugurated the two-day conference, which includes discussions on various aspects of district judiciary such as infrastructure, human resources, judicial security, and case management. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, and President of the Supreme Court Bar Association Kapil Sibal also attended the event.