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NCW launches 'SHAKTI Scholars' fellowship for young researchers

Suryaa 22 Dec 2025
New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) The National Commission for Women (NCW) has announced the launch of 'SHAKTI Scholars ... The NCW clarified that the funds will be released in phases, linked to the progress of the research work during the fellowship period.
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From local farms to global markets: NCW empowers Egyptian female entrepreneurs at Food Africa 2025

Daily News Egypt 20 Dec 2025
The National Council for Women (NCW) made a strong presence at the 10th edition of Food Africa, the continent’s leading food and beverage trade fair ... An artisanal honey enterprise that has expanded through NCW funding and technical support.
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NCW hosts training programme on population, health, and women’s issues

Daily News Egypt 20 Dec 2025
Nashwa Mostafa, Acting Director of the Financial Inclusion programme at the NCW, underscored the importance of equipping facilitators with clear and effective messages delivered through the “Dawar” sessions.
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UN Women Egypt honors trailblazing women leaders at Beijing+30 commemoration

Daily News Egypt 20 Dec 2025
... of current and former Egyptian women ministers, as well as past and present Presidents of the National Council for Women (NCW), in advancing women’s empowerment and gender equality across the country.
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Art, advocacy, and action: National Council for Women sparks momentum at ‘16 Days of Activism’

Daily News Egypt 20 Dec 2025
The opening ceremony featured a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Amal Tawfik, Director of the NCW’s Women’s Complaints Office; Yves Sassenrath, UNFPA Representative in Egypt; and Eric Hosum, the Norwegian Ambassador to Egypt.
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NCW Orders Return of Car to Activist Pratima Pandey, Seeks Jharkhand Police Report

The Times of India 19 Dec 2025
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has directed the return of a car seized from Pakur’s socio-political activist Pratima Pandey and sought a detailed report from Jharkhand ...
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26-Year-Old Pregnant Woman Murdered In Mizoram; NCW Takes Suo Motu Cognisance

News18 17 Dec 2025
The woman’s body was found on December 15, 2025, near the football field of Mizoram University in Aizawl ....
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‘True face of Nitish…’: Bihar CM’s hijab controversy snowballs, NCW gets complaint about ‘abominable act’

Indian Express 17 Dec 2025
Bihar health department, meanwhile, dismissed claims that the woman doctor refused to join duty .
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NCW Libraries welcomes new branch librarian Erika Stromerson for the Tonasket Library

Gazette-Tribune 08 Dec 2025
TONASKET – NCW Libraries says it is pleased to welcome Erika Stromerson as the new Branch Librarian for the Tonasket Public Library ... NCW Libraires says it is thrilled to have her talents, ...
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14-year-old’s rape and murder: NCW seeks action-taken report from Punjab DGP within three days

Hindustan Times 06 Dec 2025
On the directions of NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, a special team visited the family of the victim at Jalandhar to take cognisance of the matter and review the lapses in the investigation.
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NCW chief hails ‘effective’ triple talaq law, flags low awareness

The Siasat Daily 29 Nov 2025
National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar on Friday expressed satisfaction over the implementation of the law against ‘triple talaq’ ... the NCW for help, she said.
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NCW Launches 24X7 Short-code Helpline 14490 for Women in Distress

Kashmir Observer 24 Nov 2025
As the first point of contact, the helpline will continue to guide callers, coordinate with authorities, and facilitate timely intervention in emergencies, the NCW said.
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NCW launches 24×7 helpline 14490 for women in distress

Madhyamam 24 Nov 2025
The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Monday launched a new 24×7 short-code helpline, 14490, aimed at providing quicker and more accessible assistance to women in distress across the country.
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NCW launches new helpline number for women in distress

International Business Times 24 Nov 2025
The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Monday launched a new 24×7 short-code helpline, 14490, to ensure faster and more accessible support for women in distress across the country ... NCW has urged ...
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