As journalism students, we are taught certain things that I believe could also be applied to any other field in which individuals are encouraged to follow their minds. We’re told that a true journalist follows a story fearlessly, takes a stand, believes in their fraternity and is an upright, ethical individual. These are important guidelines, in general, for a woman …
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Raising a Good Man
The instant you look into your new-born son’s eyes you know that every hope you have for his future depends upon what you do from that moment on. A boy’s mother always wonders whether he will grow up to be a caring, confident, responsible man who respects women; but to raise boys who respect women means teaching them a lot …
The Internet: A New Tool of Feminism?
Cyber has become a common prefix in the last decade. Cybershopping, cyberbanking, cyberpunk, cyberbullying; the list of cyber prefixed words is never-ending. Ever heard of feminism on Internet? It is called cyberfeminism. Feminists across the world have used blogs, websites, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and many more such portals to disseminate their ideas and opinions. The information shared across the Internet …
Harassed on a Train… What Do You Do?
This is the kind of story that does not make headlines in newspapers, but is true. It is the kind that may not be discussed too often, but is experienced by most women in India. It was a bright Tuesday afternoon and Priti was on her way home from her class. She enjoyed taking the train home, so as always …
Small Screen, Big Deal: When Will Television Portray Women in the Right Light?
Considering the importance we attach to arts and entertainment in our country, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that they make a statement, if not always, a difference. Art aims to mirror a lot of us, our society in itself and the stories it tells. Fantasy and make-believe may be fascinating genres, but let’s just talk about the need …
Successful Women Do Things Differently – Breaking Myths with Successful Women
Women today are expected to juggle home, family, relationships, career and work. To do this they need to achieve a perfect balance between home and work without letting either take a backseat! This can build on a lot of pressure, especially with a competitive work environment and compromised time at home and both areas of life demanding very high standards …
We’re Not Victims: Mental and Emotional Abuse Should not be Treated as Daily Business
The metro in Delhi might be a boon for India, but girls in the city sure have another story to tell you. Like pretty much any public place in the country (or elsewhere, for that matter), a metro journey on an ordinary day can easily prove to be a harrowing experience for any woman. A metro ride is incomplete without …
My Ass, Your Eyes
Hi! I am, well you saw my name above, didn’t you? Don’t feel guilty if you missed it. Girls aren’t that big of a deal in India or where I currently live, Delhi. After that gang rape incident last year, I have no reason to feel safe. It’s not that I felt safe before 16th December but that incident has definitely …
Why Rapes Won’t Stop!
By Tushar Jain 22nd December, 2012, saw one of the biggest protests in the history of modern India. On a cold winter morning, thousands of young boys and girls got together near the India Gate to march up to the Rashtrapati Bhawan via the Raisina Hill. As the morning progressed, they were joined by more people of different age groups. …
Slim, Fair & Beautiful: How Shallow are Our Definitions of the Ideal Indian Woman?
We’ve all laughed our guts out at those jokes in Indian films about the big, fat, swarthy woman. It seemed like the obvious thing to do then. These people were ‘meant’ to be funny. Watch any of the Indra Kumar/David Dhawan comedies for reference. If they slipped on banana peels or appeared abruptly when you were expecting the slim, beautiful …