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In Sabarimala Case, Court Claims 'Superstition' Review Right, Cites Sati
Earlier, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the centre, said that India's traditions reflect deep respect for women, pointing to cultural and religious practices across the country.
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Taliban Minister Says Women's Education Ban Caused Public Disconnect
The Taliban appointed Deputy Foreign Minister while speaking at a graduation ceremony, stressed the importance of reopening schools for girl students beyond grade 6 and said a society without knowledge is "dark".
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"Internal Issue Of Afghanistan": Taliban On Ban On Women Working For UN
A ban on Afghan women working for the United Nations was an internal issue, the country's Taliban authorities said Wednesday, adding that the decision "should be respected by all sides".
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"If Mother, Sister Can't...": Afghan Professor Tears Up Diplomas On TV
A Kabul University professor tore up his diplomas on live television, saying he does not accept this education if his "mother and sister can't study".
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More NGOs Stop Work In Afghanistan After Taliban Ban On Women Staff
Christian Aid and ActionAid on Monday became the latest foreign aid groups to suspend operations in Afghanistan after the country's Taliban rulers ordered all NGOs to stop women staff from working.
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Male Afghan Students Boycott Classes, Protest Women's Education Ban
Following the Taliban's ban on university education for girls, the male students in the country have boycotted their classes condemning the suspension of higher education for women, Tolo news reported on Sunday.
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Taliban Bans Women From Working In NGOs
Afghanistan's Taliban-run administration on Saturday ordered all local and foreign non-governmental organisations (NGO) to stop female employees from coming to work, according to an economy ministry letter.
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Saudi Women Use Wedding Contracts To Assert Right To Drive
Saudi salesman Majd had just begun his wedding preparations when his fiancee sought to enshrine in their marriage contract a condition already guaranteed by law -- her right to drive.
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"Family Locked Her Out": Foreign Media On Woman Who Entered Sabarimala
A mother of two from a conservative family in southern India, Kanakadurga was told over and over again by her relatives how a good wife should behave.
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Moving Fast and Breaking Things, Saudi Prince Tests Public
The real weight of public opinion in Saudi Arabia lies among its young people, an internet generation eager for social change. Or at least, so says one member of that cohort.
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Rs 21,000 Fine For Women Seen Using Mobile Phone, Says UP Village
A village in Uttar Pradesh has announced a fine of Rs 21,000 for women seen talking on the mobile phone in public - which, astonishingly, has been listed as a "crime" along with drinking, gambling and cow slaughter.
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UK Lifts Ban On Women In Military Combat Roles
A ban on women serving in close combat roles in the British military was lifted on Friday, with Prime Minister David Cameron calling it a major step that would ensure the armed forces can make the most of all their talent.
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Shani Shingnapur Temple Opens Doors To Women, Ends Ban: 10 Developments
Maharashtra's Shani Shingnapur temple today threw open its doors to women, ending a centuries-old ban that had been challenged in courts by various activists and inspired a high-voltage campaign.
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Japan's Top Court To Rule On 19th-Century Family Laws
Japan's top court will rule this week on a pair of 19th century family laws that critics blast as sexist and out of touch.
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Saudi Woman Killed Defying Driving Ban: Report
A Saudi woman was killed in a car crash in the capital on Thursday as she defied the kingdom's long-standing ban on female driving, local media reported.
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In Sabarimala Case, Court Claims 'Superstition' Review Right, Cites Sati
Earlier, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the centre, said that India's traditions reflect deep respect for women, pointing to cultural and religious practices across the country.
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Taliban Minister Says Women's Education Ban Caused Public Disconnect
The Taliban appointed Deputy Foreign Minister while speaking at a graduation ceremony, stressed the importance of reopening schools for girl students beyond grade 6 and said a society without knowledge is "dark".
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"Internal Issue Of Afghanistan": Taliban On Ban On Women Working For UN
A ban on Afghan women working for the United Nations was an internal issue, the country's Taliban authorities said Wednesday, adding that the decision "should be respected by all sides".
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"If Mother, Sister Can't...": Afghan Professor Tears Up Diplomas On TV
A Kabul University professor tore up his diplomas on live television, saying he does not accept this education if his "mother and sister can't study".
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More NGOs Stop Work In Afghanistan After Taliban Ban On Women Staff
Christian Aid and ActionAid on Monday became the latest foreign aid groups to suspend operations in Afghanistan after the country's Taliban rulers ordered all NGOs to stop women staff from working.
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Male Afghan Students Boycott Classes, Protest Women's Education Ban
Following the Taliban's ban on university education for girls, the male students in the country have boycotted their classes condemning the suspension of higher education for women, Tolo news reported on Sunday.
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Taliban Bans Women From Working In NGOs
Afghanistan's Taliban-run administration on Saturday ordered all local and foreign non-governmental organisations (NGO) to stop female employees from coming to work, according to an economy ministry letter.
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Saudi Women Use Wedding Contracts To Assert Right To Drive
Saudi salesman Majd had just begun his wedding preparations when his fiancee sought to enshrine in their marriage contract a condition already guaranteed by law -- her right to drive.
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"Family Locked Her Out": Foreign Media On Woman Who Entered Sabarimala
A mother of two from a conservative family in southern India, Kanakadurga was told over and over again by her relatives how a good wife should behave.
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Moving Fast and Breaking Things, Saudi Prince Tests Public
The real weight of public opinion in Saudi Arabia lies among its young people, an internet generation eager for social change. Or at least, so says one member of that cohort.
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Rs 21,000 Fine For Women Seen Using Mobile Phone, Says UP Village
A village in Uttar Pradesh has announced a fine of Rs 21,000 for women seen talking on the mobile phone in public - which, astonishingly, has been listed as a "crime" along with drinking, gambling and cow slaughter.
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UK Lifts Ban On Women In Military Combat Roles
A ban on women serving in close combat roles in the British military was lifted on Friday, with Prime Minister David Cameron calling it a major step that would ensure the armed forces can make the most of all their talent.
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Shani Shingnapur Temple Opens Doors To Women, Ends Ban: 10 Developments
Maharashtra's Shani Shingnapur temple today threw open its doors to women, ending a centuries-old ban that had been challenged in courts by various activists and inspired a high-voltage campaign.
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Japan's Top Court To Rule On 19th-Century Family Laws
Japan's top court will rule this week on a pair of 19th century family laws that critics blast as sexist and out of touch.
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Saudi Woman Killed Defying Driving Ban: Report
A Saudi woman was killed in a car crash in the capital on Thursday as she defied the kingdom's long-standing ban on female driving, local media reported.
