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Activists pin hope on government after SC verdict on homosexuality

12-12-2013 |  | Outlook India

With the Supreme Court verdict upholding a law criminalizing homosexuality, women rights activists have asked government to take legislative steps to address grievances of LGBT community. 

 

How women view India’s cities

11-12-2013 |  | Firstpost

A year after the Delhi gangrape which raised questions about women safety in national capital and across the country, a survey has found that most women perceive smaller cities to be safer. And they still perceive Delhi as the most unsafe city to live in despite all the measures taken.

Tall fences at parks reduce security, keep off women

10-12-2013 | Express News Service | The New Indian Express

The Institute of Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) in collaboration with the Prajnya Trust organized a workshop on promoting safety of women on streets and public transport, in Chennai.

 

Focus on violence against women

10-12-2013 | Special Correspondent | The Hindu

The feminisation of poverty is an undeniable fact for India's women are facing multiple forms of violence through family members and the State. It is not only a women's issue, but a responsibility that must be acknowledged by all stakeholders.

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