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women
Commodities Women Account for 60% of Indian Agricultural Workforce in 2025, Government Data Shows
Women constitute 59.8% of the agricultural workforce in India as of 2025, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey. The government reports that 21.8 million women farmers received PM-KISAN benefits under the 23rd instalment. Additionally, tobacco exports have increased 53% in quantity and 166.5% in value over the past decade, with Flue-Cured Virginia tobacco farmers seeing an 86.8% rise in average price.
Business India's June Jobless Rate Holds at 5.5% as Female Unemployment Rises, Participation Slips
India's overall unemployment rate remained unchanged at 5.5% in June, according to the latest NSO PLFS data. However, female unemployment rose to 5.9% from 5.6%, while the female labour force participation rate slid for the fourth consecutive month to 32.7% due to a sharp decline in rural areas. Male unemployment edged down to 5.3%.
Business Oracle and Swades Foundation Rural Livelihoods Programme Empowers Over 900 Women Farmers in Maharashtra
In its first year, the Oracle-Swades Foundation rural livelihoods programme has trained over 900 women farmers and entrepreneurs in Nashik and Raigad districts, focusing on high-value crops like Safed Musali and dairy farming. The initiative also supported 62 women entrepreneurs with seed capital, aiming to create sustainable income opportunities.
Technology Momfluencers Pitch AI as a Better 'Coparent' Than Men, Highlighting Gender Gap in Tech Adoption
A growing wave of momfluencers is promoting generative AI tools as a superior 'coparent,' using custom GPTs to offload mental labor. However, the trend underscores a 20% AI gender gap, raising questions about inclusive design and enterprise adoption strategies.
Business India Inc's She-Suite Executives Join Million-Dollar Club
India Inc is witnessing a rise in women executives entering the million-dollar compensation league, driven by a focus on diversity and professional talent. Domestic companies, especially in pharmaceuticals and consumer sectors, are leading this trend.
Commodities Natural Diamond Demand Surges Among Indian Women
Natural diamond ownership among Indian women has increased from 11% in 2022 to 15% in 2025, driven by Gen Z and Millennials. The market is projected to grow at a 12% CAGR, reaching ₹1.52 lakh crore by 2030.