Gender Diversity

Who Is Danielle McGahey? Who Became First Transgender Cricketer To Feature In International Cricket - In Pics

In a groundbreaking moment for international cricket, Danielle McGahey, a 29-year-old trailblazer, etched her name in history as the first transgender player. Originating from Australia and later making Canada her cricketing stage, McGahey's journey encompasses a significant male-to-female medical transition in 2021. However, her cricketing narrative took an unexpected turn following the ICC's recent gender eligibility regulations, culminating in her retirement announcement. This article delves into the remarkable journey of Danielle McGahey, exploring her achievements, challenges, and the evolving landscape of transgender inclusion in the world of cricket.

Nov 22, 2023, 17:11 PM IST

There aren't still enough women in IITs, says high-level survey

Women are under-represented in STEM fields in top engineering institutions. But surprisingly, they are well-represented in non-elite institutes.

Apr 06, 2018, 22:50 PM IST

Good news for women employees! Rajya Sabha passes Bill to raise maternity leave from 12 to 26 weeks

The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, protects the employment of women during the time of her maternity and entitles her of a full paid absence from work, to take care for her child.

Aug 11, 2016, 16:15 PM IST

Cabinet approves amendments in Maternity Benefit Act 2016

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Aug 11, 2016, 15:49 PM IST

Good news for women employees! Centre tables Bill to extend maternity leave from 12 to 26 weeks

Union Minister of Labour and Employment Bandaru Dattatreya on Thursday introduced in the Rajya Sabha the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Bill, 2016, that seeks to increase maternity leave benefit for women from 12 to 26 weeks.

Aug 11, 2016, 10:57 AM IST

Cabinet approves amendments for paid Maternity leave: 5 key points

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New Delhi: The Union Cabinet has given ex-post facto approval for amendments to the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.

Aug 11, 2016, 08:51 AM IST

Cabinet clears amendment to Maternity Benefits, Factories Act

Cabinet has given ex-post facto approval to the amendments made to the Maternity Benefits Act, that aims to raise maternity leave for women from 12 weeks to 26 weeks.

Aug 11, 2016, 08:43 AM IST

Ericsson India extends paid maternity, paternity leaves

In order to create more inclusive work environment and promote gender diversity, Ericsson India has extended its paid maternity and paternity leaves for its employees.

Aug 05, 2016, 18:00 PM IST

Good news for private sector women employees! 26-week maternity leave soon

All establishments, including in private sector, will have to provide 26-week maternity leave to their women employees under a new bill.

Jul 01, 2016, 19:42 PM IST

Good news for women employees! Tata Teleservices increases maternity leave to 6 months

Tata Teleservices will give six months paid leave and an additional six months of half day halfpay option to its women workforce.

May 11, 2016, 10:41 AM IST

Good news for women employees! Airtel increases maternity leave to 22 weeks

To promote gender diversity across all management levels, top telecom operator Bharti Airtel has increased maternity leave for its women employees to 22 weeks from 12 weeks.

Mar 09, 2016, 13:29 PM IST

Woman director norms are for 'gender diversity': Sebi

Listed companies which did not comply with the directive of appointing at least one woman director by March 31 have been penalised.

Apr 19, 2015, 14:52 PM IST