New Delhi, Women should pursue a “career with character”, bringing sincerity, ethical values and a sense of responsibility to the workplace, said Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief V Shantha Kumari.. Women should pursue ‘career with character’: Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief. In an interview with PTI, Kumari also spoke about the organisation’s perspective on feminism, stating that the Indian approach to feminism emphasises developing one’s own qualities and character rather than competing with men.. Rashtra Sevika Samiti, founded in 1936, functions as a women’s organisation parallel to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh for men.. Kumari said women can contribute to the nation’s development alongside men in different fields.. “Women can choose any career, but it should be a career with character,” she said, explaining that work should be done with sincerity and without corruption.. According to her, women often bring a sense of family and care into the workplace, which can help create a more positive and responsible work environment.. “Women have the nature of treating everyone like a family member because of Matritva . If they bring such a family atmosphere, people will work together with sincerity,” she said.. Kumari said women can manage both family responsibilities and professional work.. “A woman has the capability to manage the family and work outside, and therefore can contribute significantly to the welfare of society and the nation,” she said.. The Rashtra Sevika Samiti chief said the organisation encourages women to participate in social and national development through its network of shakhas.. “Through our shakhas, we encourage women to set aside time and contribute to the welfare of society,” Kumari said, adding that the organisation engages women from childhood through different groups to instil in them a sense of responsibility towards society.. She added that women should think about how they could contribute to the nation wherever they are whether at home or in the workplace.. Commenting on government initiatives such as the Lakhpati Didi programme aimed at improving women’s economic participation, Kumari said schemes that support women financially can help them gain confidence and plan their future.. “First of all, we should encourage women. If they are facing economic problems in their work, they should be supported, including with financial help. Only then can they think about their future properly,” she told PTI.. Kumari said government programmes to support women’s livelihoods are positive steps, but their effective implementation is crucial.. “What the government is doing is good. The plans are very good, but the execution should be proper; they should reach even the remote villages,” she said, adding that the society should also play a role in ensuring that such initiatives reach the intended beneficiaries.. Kumari encouraged young women to use their abilities and innovative ideas to create opportunities. “The younger generation has many 

 New Delhi, India, home to one of the world’s largest homoeopathy ecosystems, is set to emerge as a global leader in the sector, driven by strong clinical expertise, large-scale practitioner networks, and internationally recognised quality certifications and standards.. India set to lead global homoeopathy with certified quality frameworks: Experts. For decades, the German homoeopathy brands have enjoyed a premium global reputation, often being perceived as the gold standard in quality, consistency, and research-backed manufacturing, AYUSH experts said.. However, they said that India is not only on track to match but even surpass them, driven by two powerful quality frameworks – the AYUSH Premium Mark and NABL accreditation.. According to industry reports, the country has over 2.5 lakh registered homoeopathy practitioners, nearly 300 teaching institutions, and millions of patients relying on homoeopathy as their primary or complementary system of medicine.. The global homoeopathy market is valued at over USD 8 to 10 billion, with Europe accounting for a significant share, historically dominated by Germany. Experts believe that quality-backed Indian brands are now well-positioned to challenge this dominance.. “The key differentiator lies in certified quality and scientific validation,” said Dr Pradeep Prajapati, Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda .. He added that the AYUSH Premium Mark, launched by the Ministry of AYUSH, represents global-level compliance in manufacturing, safety, and quality management for AYUSH products.. The NABL certification ensures internationally benchmarked accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility in testing and quality control – aligned with ISO standards recognised across Europe and beyond, Dr Prajapati explained.. Rajeshwar Tiwari, a senior representative from the Ministry of AYUSH, said India has unmatched clinical data, practitioner strength, and patient diversity in homoeopathy.. “When this experiential advantage is supported by certified quality frameworks like AYUSH Premium and NABL, Indian homoeopathy gains scientific credibility that is globally comparable. This integration of research, regulation, and manufacturing excellence is essential for competing with established European brands,” Tiwari said.. A landmark example of this shift is Adven Biotech, which has become India’s first homoeopathy company to receive both the AYUSH Premium Mark and NABL certification.. Adesh Sharma, CEO of Adven Biotech, said AYUSH Premium and NABL are not just certificates; they are global passports for Indian homoeopathy.. “For years, Indian brands were clinically strong but undervalued internationally due to a lack of globally recognised quality benchmarks. These certifications change that perception completely and put Indian companies on the same platform as leading German manufacturers,” Sharma said.. He added that India stands to gain strategically. “Germany may have legacy, but India has scale, talent, raw mater 

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the people and government of Nepal for the successful conduct of elections in the Himalayan nation, and said the historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey.. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed India’s commitment to working with Nepal’s new government for shared progress and prosperity. (@NarendraModi). ALSO READ | Nepal’s first female PM, Sushila Karki steers return to polls after Gen-Z revolt: From discord to Discord, and beyond. Modi also said as a close friend and neighbour, India remains steadfast in its commitment to working closely with the people of Nepal and its new government to scale new heights of shared peace, progress and prosperity. “I warmly congratulate the people and government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of elections. It is heartening to see my Nepali sisters and brothers exercise their democratic rights so vibrantly. This historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey,” Modi said in a post on X.. ALSO READ | Rapper, politician and a Gen-Z favourite: Who is Balen Shah, frontrunner for Nepal PM post?. Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was on Saturday heading towards a landslide victory in Nepal’s first general elections since the violent Gen Z protests last year, shattering the dominance of the established political parties.. The RSP, which was formed in 2022 by Rabi Lamichhane, has won 39 of the 50 seats declared so far, including a clean sweep in the 10 constituencies of Kathmandu district, and is leading in 80 others, according to the Election Commission of Nepal.. The RSP, which has projected Balendra Shah as its PM candidate and organised its first election campaign at Janakpur in Madhesh, is heading towards a clean sweep of the province.. ALSO READ | Nepal Elections 2026: Why are there two types of ballot in Nepal and what is mixed electoral system?. The high-stakes election on Thursday came six months after deadly protests toppled the government led by Oli, with at least 77 people killed.. The September 2025 youth-led demonstrations, under a loose Gen Z banner, began over a brief social media ban but quickly tapped into broader grievances over corruption and a struggling economy. 

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the people and government of Nepal for the successful conduct of elections in the Himalayan nation, and said the historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey.. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed India’s commitment to working with Nepal’s new government for shared progress and prosperity. (@NarendraModi). ALSO READ | Nepal’s first female PM, Sushila Karki steers return to polls after Gen-Z revolt: From discord to Discord, and beyond. Modi also said as a close friend and neighbour, India remains steadfast in its commitment to working closely with the people of Nepal and its new government to scale new heights of shared peace, progress and prosperity. “I warmly congratulate the people and government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of elections. It is heartening to see my Nepali sisters and brothers exercise their democratic rights so vibrantly. This historic milestone is a proud moment in Nepal’s democratic journey,” Modi said in a post on X.. ALSO READ | Rapper, politician and a Gen-Z favourite: Who is Balen Shah, frontrunner for Nepal PM post?. Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah’s Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) was on Saturday heading towards a landslide victory in Nepal’s first general elections since the violent Gen Z protests last year, shattering the dominance of the established political parties.. The RSP, which was formed in 2022 by Rabi Lamichhane, has won 39 of the 50 seats declared so far, including a clean sweep in the 10 constituencies of Kathmandu district, and is leading in 80 others, according to the Election Commission of Nepal.. The RSP, which has projected Balendra Shah as its PM candidate and organised its first election campaign at Janakpur in Madhesh, is heading towards a clean sweep of the province.. ALSO READ | Nepal Elections 2026: Why are there two types of ballot in Nepal and what is mixed electoral system?. The high-stakes election on Thursday came six months after deadly protests toppled the government led by Oli, with at least 77 people killed.. The September 2025 youth-led demonstrations, under a loose Gen Z banner, began over a brief social media ban but quickly tapped into broader grievances over corruption and a struggling economy. 

 Ahmedabad weather: Sunny skies are up in Ahmedabad ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final match between India and New Zealand on Sunday, March 8, even as netizens keep a close eye on the city’s weather forecast ahead of the much-waited battle.. Ahmedabad weather: The India Meteorological Department warned of hot, humid conditions as crowds gather for the T20 World Cup final. (Hindustan Times). Ahmedabad and several parts of Gujarat are witnessing rising temperatures as the mercury climbs across western India. For Sunday, the IMD website showed a clear sky forecast for Ahmedabad, with the maximum temperature expected to settle around 39 degrees Celsius and the minimum around 19 degrees Celsius.. Weather officials said day temperatures across Gujarat are currently in the 35-40 degrees Celsius range, with a gradual rise of 2-3 degrees Celsius expected over the next three days, as per the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) daily bulletin.. The agency has also warned of hot and humid conditions in isolated pockets of Gujarat, particularly in coastal areas of the Gujarat region and Saurashtra and Kutch between March 9 and 11.. This comes ahead of the much-anticipated T20 World Cup final cricket match, to be played at the Narendra Modi stadium, where huge crowds are expected.. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup final: India seek redemption for 2023 heartbreak. Across India, maximum temperatures on March 7 were significantly above normal in several regions. The highest temperature of 40.8 degrees Celsius was recorded in Akola, Maharashtra, indicating the early build-up of summer heat. In many parts of Rajasthan, south Haryana, southwest Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, central India and southern peninsular regions, day temperatures have already touched 35-40 degrees Celsius, while most other areas recorded 30-35 degrees Celsius.. ALSO READ | At 38.9 degrees Celsius, city experienced its first heatwave of the season. The IMD has issued heatwave warnings for isolated areas of Himachal Pradesh and Vidarbha on March 8, while west Rajasthan could experience heatwave conditions on March 10 and 11. Temperatures are also running markedly above normal by 5-8 degrees Celsius in parts of Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, with several regions in northwest and central India recording temperatures 3-5 degrees Celsius above normal.. ALSO READ | Chandigarh to feel early heat in March as mercury inches towards 30°C. Forecasts indicate that maximum temperatures will gradually rise by 2-3 degrees Celsius over northwest India, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat during the coming days. At the same time, weather activity including rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds is expected in parts of eastern and north-eastern India, as well as the western Himalayan region between March 8 and 13, which could provide some local relief from the heat.