In reply to question on patriarchy, Sitharaman cites Indira Gandhi's example

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 9, 2024
India's Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, refuted claims that patriarchy hinders women's progress, citing Indira Gandhi's prime ministership as evidence. She highlighted government initiatives like internships for youth and support for MSMEs and digital banking. Sitharaman emphasized the government's role in fostering...

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Indira Gandhi

Prime Minister of India (1966–77; 1980–84)
A heated exchange erupted in Parliament between the BJP and Congress over Rahul Gandhi's criticism of VD Savarkar. BJP and Shiv Sena reminded Gandhi of his..
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In a heated Lok Sabha session, Rahul Gandhi criticised the government's policies. He also invoked Savarkar's critique of the Constitution. Shiv Sena MP Shrikant..
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Shrikant Shinde, citing Indira Gandhi's 1980 letter praising Savarkar, questioned Rahul Gandhi's stance. Gandhi countered, recounting Indira Gandhi's disapproval..
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Nirmala Sitharaman

Indian economist and politician (born 1959)
His remarks came following a statement by FM Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament about recovery of over Rs 14,130 crore from his attached assets.
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Vijay Mallya asserts the banks have recovered twice the Kingfisher Airlines judgement debt. The Finance Minister reported recoveries exceeding Rs 14,000 crore...
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman informed LS that ED has restituted Rs 22,280 crore worth of assets to the victims of various scams, including return of over Rs 14,000..
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Rajya Sabha witnessed a fiery start to the two-day-long discussion to mark 75 years of Constitution with FM Nirmala Sitharaman launching a scathing attack on..
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