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Tamil Nadu’s final voter list shows 5.67 crore total voters, with women at 2.89 crore surpassing men at 2.77 crore, positioning them as key to the upcoming assembly elections. Now Parties Gear Up with Big Pre-Election Promises focusing women voters.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar just credited ₹10,000 each to 25 lakh women’s accounts under Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana, totaling ₹2,500 crore via DBT to boost self-employment and empowerment. With over 1.81 crore women already benefited and ₹2 lakh extra for successful businesses on the way, this viral scheme sparks massive calls for similar direct cash support for Tamil Nadu women ahead of upcoming
A women sparked debate on X by questioning ₹70,000 monthly rent for a 2BHK in Bengaluru’s Koramangala, citing persistent issues like traffic congestion, open sewage, and pothole-ridden roads despite the area’s premium status for startups, cafes, and proximity to offices.
A routine auto ride in Bengaluru turned inspiring when a commuter met a confident woman auto driver earning around ₹45,000 a month. Trained by Namma Yatri, she drives an electric auto, repaid ₹2.5 lakh of her loan, and enjoys strong public support. With nearly 300 women auto drivers in Koramangala alone, her story highlights rising women empowerment, financial independence, and Bengaluru’s evolvin
The 2026 budget prioritises financial inclusion for women by linking basic banking services to accessible credit, insurance, and digital transactions. It emphasises simpler loan schemes, smaller credit limits for first-time borrowers, SHG support in rural areas, and enhanced financial literacy to empower women as active participants in the financial system.
Tamil Nadu’s TWEES scheme empowers women and transgender entrepreneurs, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds, with up to ₹10 lakh project loans without collateral. Offering 25% capital subsidy (max ₹2 lakh) and requiring only 5% promoter contribution, it targets 1 lakh beneficiaries in 5 years. No education/income limit; priority for widows, deserted women, disabled and SC/ST. Eligible for ma
