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Congress leader Sonia Gandhi&nbsp;declared her party's backing for the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha (lower house of the Indian parliament)&nbsp;during the discussion on the proposed legislation advocating a 33 per cent quota for women in both the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies.

Speaking as the Congress parliamentary party chief, she said, "On behalf of the Indian National Congress, I stand in support of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam 2023."

<h2>What did her speech encompass?</h2>

She credited her late husband, Rajiv Gandhi, for his efforts in bringing about a constitutional amendment to bring women's representation in local body elections.

She recounted how this amendment was initially defeated in the Rajya Sabha (upper house of the Indian parliament)&nbsp;but was eventually passed under the leadership of Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, resulting in the election of 15,00,000&nbsp;women leaders across the nation in local bodies.

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She further said that Rajiv Gandhi's vision remains only partially fulfilled and that its realisation lies in the passing of this bill.

Gandhi highlighted the patience and dedication of Indian women, urging the immediate implementation of the bill. While expressing the Congress party's support for the bill, she raised concerns about the prolonged wait of Indian women for political responsibilities and called into question the appropriateness of this delay.

She said&nbsp;that the Indian National Congress demands immediate implementation of the bill and also advocates&nbsp;for a caste census and provisions for the reservation of SC, ST, and OBC women.

She warned against any delay in the implementation of the women's reservation bill, stating that it would amount to gross injustice to women.&nbsp;

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<h2>BJP says Congress politicising the bill</h2>

BJP MP&nbsp;Nishikant Dubey launched an attack on Congress, suggesting that the party&nbsp;was squandering the opportunity to empower women by politicising the issue.

"I thought Sonia Gandhi would speak rising above political lines but she did not mention Geeta Mukherjee and Sushma Swaraj who worked extensively for women's reservation,"&nbsp;said Nishikant Dubey.&nbsp;

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"The bill you brought was wrong and those who protested against it were Geeta Mukherjee and Sushma Swaraj. This is BJP and PM Modi's bill," Dubey added.&nbsp;

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Congress leader Sonia Gandhi declared her party's backing for the women's reservation bill in the Lok Sabha (lower house of the Indian parliament) during the discussion on the proposed legislation advocating a 33 per cent quota for women in both the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies. Speaking as the Congress parliamentary party chief, she said, "On behalf of the Indian National Congress, I stand in support of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam 2023." What did her speech encompass? She credited her late husband, Rajiv Gandhi, for his efforts in bringing about a constitutional amendment to bring women's representation in local body elections. She recounted how this amendment was initially defeated in the Rajya Sabha (upper house of the Indian parliament) but was eventually passed under the leadership of Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, resulting in the election of 15,00,000 women leaders across the nation in local bodies. Watch the video here: #WATCH | Women's Reservation Bill | Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi says, "This is an emotional moment of my own life as well. For the first time, Constitutional amendment to decide women's representation in local body election was brought by my life partner… pic.twitter.com/stm2Sggnor — ANI (@ANI) September 20, 2023 × She further said that Rajiv Gandhi's vision remains only partially fulfilled and that its realisation lies in the passing of this bill. Gandhi highlighted the patience and dedication of Indian women, urging the immediate implementation of the bill. While expressing the Congress party's support for the bill, she raised concerns about the prolonged wait of Indian women for political responsibilities and called into question the appropriateness of this delay. She said that the Indian National Congress demands immediate implementation of the bill and also advocates for a caste census and provisions for the reservation of SC, ST, and OBC women. She warned against any delay in the implementation of the women's reservation bill, stating that it would amount to gross injustice to women. Also read | Congress claims words 'socialist and secular' missing from new Constitution copies, ruling party responds BJP says Congress politicising the bill BJP MP Nishikant Dubey launched an attack on Congress, suggesting that the party was squandering the opportunity to empower women by politicising the issue. "I thought Sonia Gandhi would speak rising above political lines but she did not mention Geeta Mukherjee and Sushma Swaraj who worked extensively for women's reservation," said Nishikant Dubey. Also watch | Key words from Constitution of India dropped? | All you need to know about Preamble of Constitution "The bill you brought was wrong and those who protested against it were Geeta Mukherjee and Sushma Swaraj. This is BJP and PM Modi's bill," Dubey added. The Lok Sabha is currently engaged in debating the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam 2023' that was introduced in the new parliament building on Tuesday (September 19). WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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In India, men make up nine out of every 10 legislators. The bleak data is arguably influenced by the still poor social status of women.

Since independence, promises that democracy would lead to greater equitable representation of men and women have been made.&nbsp;

Reservation has made it possible for women to participate in local government since the 1990s. Since then, major political parties have supported a bill that would add reservations to the Lok Sabha - the lower house of the Indian Parliament - and the state legislatures.

But it never got passed.

The Women's Reservation Bill has been passed after three decades of inaction. But the question is, when will it deliver the results?

<h2>Key components of the women's reservation bill&nbsp;</h2>

The bill calls for 33 per cent female representation in the Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and Delhi's National Capital Territory. The seats designated for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes will likewise have similar reservations made. The bill suggests keeping the reservation in place for 15 years. After each exercise in delimitation, the seats designated for women will be switched.&nbsp;

Being a bill that requires a constitutional amendment, it has a long way to go.

It must first receive a special majority vote in both chambers of parliament. The Constitution Amendment Bill must then be ratified by at least 50% of the states in accordance with Article 368's provisions. Because it impacts their rights, their permission is required.&nbsp;

<h2>How tough is it to get this bill passed?&nbsp;</h2>

Majority of both houses of parliament, and not less than two-thirds of the members who are "present and voting" are required to pass the constitution amendment bills in order for them to become law. Given that the bill has the support of most political parties, passing the bill shouldn't be an issue. The states and Delhi Union Territory are all on the same page in this regard.&nbsp;

<h2>So why was this bill not passed in 30 years?&nbsp;</h2>

Well, that's a long story. Here's some history:

By inserting articles 243D and 243T into the Constitution by the Constitution Act of 1992 (73rd Amendment) and the Constitution &nbsp;Act of 1992 (74th Amendment) respectively, reservation for women in Panchayats and Municipalities - local governance bodies -&nbsp; was made possible.&nbsp;

The Constitution Bill, 1996 (81st Amendment), which was introduced on September 12 in the 11th Lok Sabha, was the next step in this direction.&nbsp;

It aimed to reserve for women not fewer than one-third of the total number of seats filled through direct election in the Lok Sabha and in the Legislative Assemblies of the States.&nbsp;

It didn't make much headway.

On December 23, 1999, the Constitution Bill, 1999 (85th Amendment), was introduced in Lok Sabha, constituting yet another effort. &nbsp;

However, that bill had also not been pursued because the political parties were unable to agree.&nbsp;

The bill was again introduced in Rajya Sabha in 2008 by the Congress-led Manmohan Singh administration and was eventually approved in 2010.&nbsp;

It then went to the Lok Sabha, which was dissolved ahead of elections, and thus could not be passed and expired.&nbsp;

Journalist and political Commentator Neerja Chowdhury told WION, “The reason was everyone wasn’t ready for it.”

"There were a lot of political parties with a lot of resistance not due to patriarchal attitudes- but because every parliamentarian won due to women. The real fear was losing the seats - be it Etawah, Manipuri, or even the top leaders, and then if the candidate won, it would be rotational in nature like if a woman gets a seat today it would change rotationally. So, the real reason was - the fire on the shoulders of the OBC [Other Backward Class] leaders.”

“[Former prime minister] Rajiv Gandhi wanted to enact a constitutional amendment for a one-third reservation to women, but he could not do it during his term - due to a lot of resistance from the states. It seemed that Rajiv was reaching out over the heads of the state government to the panchayats and villages. Narasimha Rao passed it in 1992-93 and the country’s focus was the Babri Masjid. We had women sarpanch but the husband used to call the shots. Today, women also have become aware of their roles. At the local level today, there is a huge poll standing outside, waiting for the assemblies,” she added.&nbsp;

<h2>A comparative analysis: What is the situation in India’s neighbouring countries?&nbsp;</h2>

Nepal&nbsp;

33% of women participated in the National Assembly during the adoption of the Nepalese Constitution. Additionally, it has been ensured that there are 34% of women in the Provincial Assembly and 40% at the local level.

Bangladesh &nbsp;

In 2022, the proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament in Bangladesh did not change in comparison to the previous year. The proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament remained at 20.86 per cent. The proportion of seats held by women is the percentage of parliamentary seats with elected women representatives in a single or lower chamber.

Pakistan&nbsp;

The current makeup of Pakistan’s parliament is only 21 per cent female. In the National Assembly, which consists of 342 members, female representation is only around 3 per cent if reserved seats are excluded; there are 60 seats reserved for women. These numbers are emblematic of a male-dominated political culture which -- along with other socio-economic factors -- creates a glass ceiling for women’s political advancement.

China&nbsp;

In 2022, the proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament in China did not change in comparison to the previous year. The proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament remained at 24.94 per cent.

Bhutan&nbsp;

The most recent NC elections, held in April 2023, had candidates from all 20 of Bhutan's dzongkhags, or districts. Only nine women registered to run for office from a total of seven districts, despite the fact that women outweigh males in the population of the nation. In addition, only five women candidates out of 84 who applied for seats made it through the Dhamngoi Zomdu, or selection process, for candidates.&nbsp;<img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/KXmYqhUGYpMZzcZOfZWOvPUgZ19IoMde4t-ewkr1bvvbsmrrOzD-DEITHbMsC8pDZsWuAjKwZiB-pnYf3jOFExxrOlfCXrBwRtwmVt1uqLSOzsC_9UWJeX3MjQ1tTLOXyZQPV6W-CI4P0pgtFrzzbH8" />

Here are five countries with the highest proportion of women in parliaments: &nbsp;&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Rwanda (61%)</li>
	<li>Cuba&nbsp;(53%)</li>
	<li>Nicaragua (52%)</li>
	<li>Mexico (50%)</li>
	<li>New Zealand (50%)</li>
</ul>

Here are five countries with the least proportion of women in parliaments: &nbsp;&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Iran (5.6%)</li>
	<li>Qatar (4.4%)</li>
	<li>Nigeria (3.6%)</li>
	<li>Comoros (3%)</li>
	<li>The Republic of Yemen (0%)</li>
	<li>Vanuatu: It has elected only one female lawmaker since 2008 
	&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

What does the future hold for India?&nbsp;

There are 542 members in the Lok Sabha at the moment, out of which 78 (14.39%) are women.&nbsp;

The average percentage of women MLAs in assemblies across the country is only 8%, according to the government's response to a parliamentary query late last year.&nbsp;

Now, there will be an increase in female members of both the Lok Sabha and the States/UTs assembly, although the increase will be more pronounced in those bodies.

The new bill includes a clause that states: "The provision of the Constitution relating to the reservation of seats for women in the House of the People, the Legislative Assembly of a State, and the Legislative Assembly of the National Capital Territory of Delhi shall come into effect after an exercise of delimitation is undertaken for this purpose after the relevant figures for the first census taken after the commencement of the Constitution (128th Amendment) Act 2023 have been published."&nbsp;

That's a tricky area.

It means the population data should be available for the bill to take effect.

The Census, which was scheduled to be finished in 2021, got delayed due to Covid pandemic.&nbsp;

In addition, the government has already said that, by current law, the subsequent delimitation exercise may be carried out following the first census to be held after the year 2026.&nbsp;

So in theory at least, implementation of the bill cannot happen before 2029, taking all these factors into consideration.&nbsp;

Expert Neerja Chowdhury said, “Sonia [Gandhi, Congress leader] gave it a push in 2010 but she didn't give a push in the lok sabha. The BJP promised to bring it in their manifesto in 2014. &nbsp;It's a big day for the women of the country but the criticism is why delimitation? The bill gets passed but doesn't get enforced till delimitation is undertaken. It is just the declaration of intent in 2024. The reality happens only in 2029."&nbsp;

Women's political empowerment is seen as an essential tool for eradicating prejudice and gender inequity.

But in India, it will take a few more years, and a lot of political will and consensus, for it to happen.

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In India, men make up nine out of every 10 legislators. The bleak data is arguably influenced by the still poor social status of women. Since independence, promises that democracy would lead to greater equitable representation of men and women have been made.

In India, men make up nine out of every 10 legislators. The bleak data is arguably influenced by the still poor social status of women. Since independence, promises that democracy would lead to greater equitable representation of men and women have been made. Reservation has made it possible for women to participate in local government since the 1990s. Since then, major political parties have supported a bill that would add reservations to the Lok Sabha - the lower house of the Indian Parliament - and the state legislatures. But it never got passed. The Women's Reservation Bill has been passed after three decades of inaction. But the question is, when will it deliver the results? Key components of the women's reservation bill The bill calls for 33 per cent female representation in the Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and Delhi's National Capital Territory. The seats designated for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes will likewise have similar reservations made. The bill suggests keeping the reservation in place for 15 years. After each exercise in delimitation, the seats designated for women will be switched. Being a bill that requires a constitutional amendment, it has a long way to go. It must first receive a special majority vote in both chambers of parliament. The Constitution Amendment Bill must then be ratified by at least 50% of the states in accordance with Article 368's provisions. Because it impacts their rights, their permission is required. How tough is it to get this bill passed? Majority of both houses of parliament, and not less than two-thirds of the members who are "present and voting" are required to pass the constitution amendment bills in order for them to become law. Given that the bill has the support of most political parties, passing the bill shouldn't be an issue. The states and Delhi Union Territory are all on the same page in this regard. So why was this bill not passed in 30 years? Well, that's a long story. Here's some history: By inserting articles 243D and 243T into the Constitution by the Constitution Act of 1992 (73rd Amendment) and the Constitution Act of 1992 (74th Amendment) respectively, reservation for women in Panchayats and Municipalities - local governance bodies - was made possible. The Constitution Bill, 1996 (81st Amendment), which was introduced on September 12 in the 11th Lok Sabha, was the next step in this direction. It aimed to reserve for women not fewer than one-third of the total number of seats filled through direct election in the Lok Sabha and in the Legislative Assemblies of the States. It didn't make much headway. On December 23, 1999, the Constitution Bill, 1999 (85th Amendment), was introduced in Lok Sabha, constituting yet another effort. However, that bill had also not been pursued because the political parties were unable to agree. The bill was again introduced in Rajya Sabha in 2008 by the Congress-led Manmohan Singh administration and was eventually approved in 2010. It then went to the Lok Sabha, which was dissolved ahead of elections, and thus could not be passed and expired. Journalist and political Commentator Neerja Chowdhury told WION, “The reason was everyone wasn’t ready for it.” "There were a lot of political parties with a lot of resistance not due to patriarchal attitudes- but because every parliamentarian won due to women. The real fear was losing the seats - be it Etawah, Manipuri, or even the top leaders, and then if the candidate won, it would be rotational in nature like if a woman gets a seat today it would change rotationally. So, the real reason was - the fire on the shoulders of the OBC [Other Backward Class] leaders.” “[Former prime minister] Rajiv Gandhi wanted to enact a constitutional amendment for a one-third reservation to women, but he could not do it during his term - due to a lot of resistance from the states. It seemed that Rajiv was reaching out over the heads of the state government to the panchayats and villages. Narasimha Rao passed it in 1992-93 and the country’s focus was the Babri Masjid. We had women sarpanch but the husband used to call the shots. Today, women also have become aware of their roles. At the local level today, there is a huge poll standing outside, waiting for the assemblies,” she added. A comparative analysis: What is the situation in India’s neighbouring countries? Nepal 33% of women participated in the National Assembly during the adoption of the Nepalese Constitution. Additionally, it has been ensured that there are 34% of women in the Provincial Assembly and 40% at the local level. Bangladesh In 2022, the proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament in Bangladesh did not change in comparison to the previous year. The proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament remained at 20.86 per cent. The proportion of seats held by women is the percentage of parliamentary seats with elected women representatives in a single or lower chamber. Pakistan The current makeup of Pakistan’s parliament is only 21 per cent female. In the National Assembly, which consists of 342 members, female representation is only around 3 per cent if reserved seats are excluded; there are 60 seats reserved for women. These numbers are emblematic of a male-dominated political culture which -- along with other socio-economic factors -- creates a glass ceiling for women’s political advancement. China In 2022, the proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament in China did not change in comparison to the previous year. The proportion of seats held by women in the national parliament remained at 24.94 per cent. Bhutan The most recent NC elections, held in April 2023, had candidates from all 20 of Bhutan's dzongkhags, or districts. Only nine women registered to run for office from a total of seven districts, despite the fact that women outweigh males in the population of the nation. In addition, only five women candidates out of 84 who applied for seats made it through the Dhamngoi Zomdu, or selection process, for candidates. Here are five countries with the highest proportion of women in parliaments: Rwanda (61%) Cuba (53%) Nicaragua (52%) Mexico (50%) New Zealand (50%) Here are five countries with the least proportion of women in parliaments: Iran (5.6%) Qatar (4.4%) Nigeria (3.6%) Comoros (3%) The Republic of Yemen (0%) Vanuatu: It has elected only one female lawmaker since 2008 What does the future hold for India? There are 542 members in the Lok Sabha at the moment, out of which 78 (14.39%) are women. The average percentage of women MLAs in assemblies across the country is only 8%, according to the government's response to a parliamentary query late last year. Now, there will be an increase in female members of both the Lok Sabha and the States/UTs assembly, although the increase will be more pronounced in those bodies. The new bill includes a clause that states: "The provision of the Constitution relating to the reservation of seats for women in the House of the People, the Legislative Assembly of a State, and the Legislative Assembly of the National Capital Territory of Delhi shall come into effect after an exercise of delimitation is undertaken for this purpose after the relevant figures for the first census taken after the commencement of the Constitution (128th Amendment) Act 2023 have been published." That's a tricky area. It means the population data should be available for the bill to take effect. The Census, which was scheduled to be finished in 2021, got delayed due to Covid pandemic. In addition, the government has already said that, by current law, the subsequent delimitation exercise may be carried out following the first census to be held after the year 2026. So in theory at least, implementation of the bill cannot happen before 2029, taking all these factors into consideration. Expert Neerja Chowdhury said, “Sonia [Gandhi, Congress leader] gave it a push in 2010 but she didn't give a push in the lok sabha. The BJP promised to bring it in their manifesto in 2014. It's a big day for the women of the country but the criticism is why delimitation? The bill gets passed but doesn't get enforced till delimitation is undertaken. It is just the declaration of intent in 2024. The reality happens only in 2029." Women's political empowerment is seen as an essential tool for eradicating prejudice and gender inequity. But in India, it will take a few more years, and a lot of political will and consensus, for it to happen. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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According to a recent report published by Bengaluru-based Azim Premji University, a significant 42 per cent of graduates under the age of 25 found themselves unemployed in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.

This&nbsp;figure comes as the pace of job creation in the country slowed down due to the global economic downturn.

The report titled 'State of Working India 2023: Social Identities and Labour Market Outcomes,', is based on data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (2021-22) conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO). It highlights a notable disparity in unemployment rates among individuals with higher education. It revealed that "the unemployment rate falls from over 40 per cent for educated youth under 25 years of age to less than 5 per cent for graduates who are 35 years and above." However, the report emphasises the importance of understanding the quality and suitability of the jobs that graduates eventually secure.

The report also explores the connection between India's economic growth and job creation, concluding that this relationship remains weak.

It stated, "Since the 1990s, year-on-year non-farm GDP growth and non-farm employment growth are uncorrelated with each other, suggesting that policies promoting faster growth need not promote faster job creation." But it also noted that between 2004 and 2019, growth did translate into decent employment, with this trend disrupted by the pandemic, leading to an increase in distress employment.

This report arrives amidst upcoming state elections and the general elections scheduled for May 2024. It also comes amid protests by opposition parties regarding the persisting issue of joblessness. The university had previously released a report before the 2019 elections, indicating that five million jobs were lost during 2016-2018. While the report did not establish a direct link, it's worth noting that the government's demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 banknotes occurred in November 2016.

In August 2023, the Union government unveiled Rs 1.18 trillion worth of programs spanning various sectors, aiming to create jobs. Despite these efforts, the manufacturing sector, a significant source of employment in the economy, has struggled to expand. Informal services have taken the centre stage as the main job creators, presenting a challenge for policymakers.

The report further highlights the changing dynamics of employment in India. It stated, "On the one hand, the economy has grown rapidly since the 1980s, drawing millions of workers out of agriculture. And the proportion of salaried or regular wage workers has risen while that of casual workers has fallen." On the other hand, manufacturing has failed to significantly increase its share of GDP or employment, with construction and informal services emerging as the primary sources of job creation.

The report lastly, touches upon gender-based earnings disparities in India. It noted that over the past decades, these disparities have reduced, with salaried women workers earning 76 per cent of what their male counterparts earned in 2017, up from 70 per cent in 2004. This reduction in the gender pay gap has remained consistent through 2021-22.

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According to a recent report published by Bengaluru-based Azim Premji University, a significant 42 per cent of graduates under the age of 25 found themselves unemployed in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.

According to a recent report published by Bengaluru-based Azim Premji University, a significant 42 per cent of graduates under the age of 25 found themselves unemployed in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. This figure comes as the pace of job creation in the country slowed down due to the global economic downturn. The report titled 'State of Working India 2023: Social Identities and Labour Market Outcomes,', is based on data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (2021-22) conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO). It highlights a notable disparity in unemployment rates among individuals with higher education. It revealed that "the unemployment rate falls from over 40 per cent for educated youth under 25 years of age to less than 5 per cent for graduates who are 35 years and above." However, the report emphasises the importance of understanding the quality and suitability of the jobs that graduates eventually secure. The report also explores the connection between India's economic growth and job creation, concluding that this relationship remains weak. It stated, "Since the 1990s, year-on-year non-farm GDP growth and non-farm employment growth are uncorrelated with each other, suggesting that policies promoting faster growth need not promote faster job creation." But it also noted that between 2004 and 2019, growth did translate into decent employment, with this trend disrupted by the pandemic, leading to an increase in distress employment. This report arrives amidst upcoming state elections and the general elections scheduled for May 2024. It also comes amid protests by opposition parties regarding the persisting issue of joblessness. The university had previously released a report before the 2019 elections, indicating that five million jobs were lost during 2016-2018. While the report did not establish a direct link, it's worth noting that the government's demonetisation of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 banknotes occurred in November 2016. In August 2023, the Union government unveiled Rs 1.18 trillion worth of programs spanning various sectors, aiming to create jobs. Despite these efforts, the manufacturing sector, a significant source of employment in the economy, has struggled to expand. Informal services have taken the centre stage as the main job creators, presenting a challenge for policymakers. The report further highlights the changing dynamics of employment in India. It stated, "On the one hand, the economy has grown rapidly since the 1980s, drawing millions of workers out of agriculture. And the proportion of salaried or regular wage workers has risen while that of casual workers has fallen." On the other hand, manufacturing has failed to significantly increase its share of GDP or employment, with construction and informal services emerging as the primary sources of job creation. The report lastly, touches upon gender-based earnings disparities in India. It noted that over the past decades, these disparities have reduced, with salaried women workers earning 76 per cent of what their male counterparts earned in 2017, up from 70 per cent in 2004. This reduction in the gender pay gap has remained consistent through 2021-22. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Amid a diplomatic standoff between India and Canada over the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Indian visa services for Canadians have been suspended. The website of BLS International, which handles the visa processing,&nbsp;said, "Indian Visa services in Canada suspended till further notice." BLS quoted an Indian mission notice for this update.

"Due to operational reasons, with effect from 21 September 2023, Indian visa services have been suspended till further notice. Please keep checking BLS website for further updates," the website said.

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India and Canada are involved in a diplomatic standoff over the murder of Nijjar in British Columbia in June. On Monday, the Canadian government said it was&nbsp;"actively pursuing credible allegations" linking Indian government agents to his death in a shooting.

New Delhi&nbsp;rejected&nbsp;Canada's suspicions that Indian agents had links to the murder.

<h2>India tells citizens in Canada to exercise caution</h2>

On Wednesday (Sep 20), India urged its nationals in Canada, especially students, to exercise "utmost caution" amid worsening ties between the two countries.&nbsp;

"In view of growing anti-India activities and politically condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there, and those contemplating travel, are urged to exercise utmost caution," India's foreign ministry said, without providing evidence or details of specific incidents.

"Given the deteriorating security environment in Canada, Indian students in particular are advised to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant," the ministry added.&nbsp;

Also on Wednesday,&nbsp;&nbsp;the National Investigation Agency (NIA) said it was&nbsp;intensifying a "crackdown on Khalistani terrorists operating in India".

The NIA announced&nbsp;$12,045&nbsp;each for information leading to the arrest of Harwinder Singh Sandhu and Lakhbir Singh Sandhu "for promoting the terror activities of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) in India", one of the main Sikh separatist groups.

<h2>Security increased in front of Indian consulate in Vancouver</h2>

Meanwhile, security has been increased in front of the Indian consulate in Vancouver. The Vancouver Police Department said the police were “closely monitoring the situation.”&nbsp;

Department spokesperson&nbsp;Const. Tania Visintin said the&nbsp;police were not aware of any specific threats to Indian consular officials, but have increased police presence at the downtown Vancouver consulate.

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Amid a diplomatic standoff between India and Canada over the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Indian visa services for Canadians have been suspended.

Amid a diplomatic standoff between India and Canada over the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Indian visa services for Canadians have been suspended. The website of BLS International, which handles the visa processing, said, "Indian Visa services in Canada suspended till further notice." BLS quoted an Indian mission notice for this update. "Due to operational reasons, with effect from 21 September 2023, Indian visa services have been suspended till further notice. Please keep checking BLS website for further updates," the website said. BLS International Canada Services Inc. is a trustworthy partner of the High Commission of India.. for managing the administrative and non-judgmental tasks of processing visa, passport: BLS on its website pic.twitter.com/DX7M9xCY8v — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) September 21, 2023 × BLS International is a partner of the High Commission of India for managing the administrative and non-judgmental tasks of processing visas, and passports, according to its website. India and Canada are involved in a diplomatic standoff over the murder of Nijjar in British Columbia in June. On Monday, the Canadian government said it was "actively pursuing credible allegations" linking Indian government agents to his death in a shooting. New Delhi rejected Canada's suspicions that Indian agents had links to the murder. India tells citizens in Canada to exercise caution On Wednesday (Sep 20), India urged its nationals in Canada, especially students, to exercise "utmost caution" amid worsening ties between the two countries. "In view of growing anti-India activities and politically condoned hate crimes and criminal violence in Canada, all Indian nationals there, and those contemplating travel, are urged to exercise utmost caution," India's foreign ministry said, without providing evidence or details of specific incidents. "Given the deteriorating security environment in Canada, Indian students in particular are advised to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant," the ministry added. Also on Wednesday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) said it was intensifying a "crackdown on Khalistani terrorists operating in India". The NIA announced $12,045 each for information leading to the arrest of Harwinder Singh Sandhu and Lakhbir Singh Sandhu "for promoting the terror activities of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) in India", one of the main Sikh separatist groups. Security increased in front of Indian consulate in Vancouver Meanwhile, security has been increased in front of the Indian consulate in Vancouver. The Vancouver Police Department said the police were “closely monitoring the situation.” Department spokesperson Const. Tania Visintin said the police were not aware of any specific threats to Indian consular officials, but have increased police presence at the downtown Vancouver consulate. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India suspends visas for Canadians as tensions rise between the two countries. BLS International runs the visa application centres in Canada. It posted a message on its website in this regard.

India suspends visa services for Canadians amid heightened tensions

Applicants for Canadian PR (Permanent Residency), educational consultants working with Canada, and those interested in studying abroad succumb to anxiety as Indo-Canadian ties continue to deteriorate, The Indian Express reported.

After Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggested that the Indian government had a "potential link" to the murder of Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in the Canadian Parliament, the situation deteriorated as Canada expelled a senior Indian diplomat on Monday. In Surrey, British Columbia, Nijjar was fatally shot in front of a Gurudwara.

The strained ties have presently become a huge issue for both governments as India has a sizable student population and a Punjabi diaspora in Canada, and Canadian educational institutions rely significantly on international students, 40 per cent of whom are from India.

“I cleared my IELTS (International English Language Testing System) just last month, and now I’m researching various universities in Canada, as my ultimate dream is to settle there after my studies. However, I’m afraid the Canadian embassy may deny me a student visa,” The India express quoted Vikramjit Singh Arora, a student from&nbsp;Jalandhar.

Another student, Ashnoor Kaur, claims that her adviser informed her that prospects for "study abroad" won't be impacted because neither Canada nor India would want to stop this procedure. “I spoke to my consultant, who is assisting me in gaining admission to a Canadian college, and he assured me that there’s no need to worry,” Kaur told The Indian Express.

However, some consultants say that international students may be affected by the situation. According to consultant Gurpreet Singh, who has ten years of experience in the industry, Indian students make about 40 per cent of all foreign students who move to Canada each year. Such a large source of revenue cannot be disregarded by Canada. She said that those who wish to immigrate to Canada must keep a lookout for how each nation manages traveller admission at its own borders.

Other consultants speculated that people advocating study abroad in nations other than Canada would take advantage of this development to cast doubt on Canada by making unfounded claims about its influence on international education. There have been worries that student admittance into both nations may become more difficult.

Apart from students, a couple from Jalandhar who had applied for Canadian PR and anticipated receiving it by the end of this year expressed their concerns. They told the Indian Express, “We have been eagerly awaiting our PR status by the end of this year, but now we fear it might get delayed. Even if relations improve, there could still be a few months’ delay.”

Another Jalandhar-based PR is hopeful. “Most of my family members are settled in Canada, and they are eagerly waiting for me to join them as my PR is expected any moment. India and Canada must act sensibly, as these political decisions could affect our future,” he told the Indian Express.

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Applicants for Canadian PR (Permanent Residency), educational consultants working with Canada, and those interested in studying abroad succumb to anxiety as Indo-Canadian ties continue to deteriorate, The Indian Express reported.

Applicants for Canadian PR (Permanent Residency), educational consultants working with Canada, and those interested in studying abroad succumb to anxiety as Indo-Canadian ties continue to deteriorate, The Indian Express reported. After Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggested that the Indian government had a "potential link" to the murder of Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in the Canadian Parliament, the situation deteriorated as Canada expelled a senior Indian diplomat on Monday. In Surrey, British Columbia, Nijjar was fatally shot in front of a Gurudwara. The strained ties have presently become a huge issue for both governments as India has a sizable student population and a Punjabi diaspora in Canada, and Canadian educational institutions rely significantly on international students, 40 per cent of whom are from India. “I cleared my IELTS (International English Language Testing System) just last month, and now I’m researching various universities in Canada, as my ultimate dream is to settle there after my studies. However, I’m afraid the Canadian embassy may deny me a student visa,” The India express quoted Vikramjit Singh Arora, a student from Jalandhar. Another student, Ashnoor Kaur, claims that her adviser informed her that prospects for "study abroad" won't be impacted because neither Canada nor India would want to stop this procedure. “I spoke to my consultant, who is assisting me in gaining admission to a Canadian college, and he assured me that there’s no need to worry,” Kaur told The Indian Express. However, some consultants say that international students may be affected by the situation. According to consultant Gurpreet Singh, who has ten years of experience in the industry, Indian students make about 40 per cent of all foreign students who move to Canada each year. Such a large source of revenue cannot be disregarded by Canada. She said that those who wish to immigrate to Canada must keep a lookout for how each nation manages traveller admission at its own borders. Other consultants speculated that people advocating study abroad in nations other than Canada would take advantage of this development to cast doubt on Canada by making unfounded claims about its influence on international education. There have been worries that student admittance into both nations may become more difficult. Apart from students, a couple from Jalandhar who had applied for Canadian PR and anticipated receiving it by the end of this year expressed their concerns. They told the Indian Express, “We have been eagerly awaiting our PR status by the end of this year, but now we fear it might get delayed. Even if relations improve, there could still be a few months’ delay.” Another Jalandhar-based PR is hopeful. “Most of my family members are settled in Canada, and they are eagerly waiting for me to join them as my PR is expected any moment. India and Canada must act sensibly, as these political decisions could affect our future,” he told the Indian Express. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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A new row in the Indian politics after Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury said key words have been dropped from the Indian Constitution. The Congress leader said that the copies of the Constitution which the lawmaker carried in their hands didn't have the word 'socialist' and 'secular' in the Preamble.

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Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif, recently addressed a party meeting in Lahore via video link from London, where he expressed his concerns about Pakistan's economic crisis. He questioned why Pakistan was seeking financial aid from around the world while India had achieved significant milestones, such as reaching the Moon and hosting the G20 summit.

Nawaz Sharif began by talking about&nbsp;the dire economic situation in Pakistan, where the current Prime Minister had been travelling to various countries to solicit financial assistance.

He contrasted this with India's achievements, stressing that India had not only reached the Moon but also hosted international summits like the G20. This, he argued, raised questions about Pakistan's failure to attain similar feats.

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<h2>Comparison with India's economic reforms</h2>

Sharif pointed out that during his tenure as Prime Minister in the 1990s, Pakistan had initiated economic reforms similar to those later adopted by India.

He cited India's remarkable growth in foreign exchange reserves, from a mere billion dollars during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure to an impressive $600 billion, as evidence of India's economic success.&nbsp;

In July, Pakistan received $1.2 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of a $3 billion bailout package aimed at stabilising the country's struggling economy.&nbsp;

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Nawaz Sharif, who had been in self-imposed exile in the UK for over four years, announced his return to Pakistan on October 21. He plans to lead the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party's campaign for the upcoming general elections. His party has also stated its intention to secure protective bail for him.

Sharif did not shy away from placing blame on Pakistan's former generals and judges for the country's predicament.

He mentioned that four judges had played a role in sending him home despite his efforts to eliminate power load shedding in the country. He specifically targeted former chief justices Saqib Nisar and Asif Saeed Khosa, alleging that they were influenced by the former army chief and spy chief. He argued that their actions amounted to a crime greater than murder and asserted that they did not deserve pardons, highlighting&nbsp;that it would be an injustice to the nation.

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Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif, recently addressed a party meeting in Lahore via video link from London, where he expressed his concerns about Pakistan's economic crisis.

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Nawaz Sharif, recently addressed a party meeting in Lahore via video link from London, where he expressed his concerns about Pakistan's economic crisis. He questioned why Pakistan was seeking financial aid from around the world while India had achieved significant milestones, such as reaching the Moon and hosting the G20 summit. Nawaz Sharif began by talking about the dire economic situation in Pakistan, where the current Prime Minister had been travelling to various countries to solicit financial assistance. He contrasted this with India's achievements, stressing that India had not only reached the Moon but also hosted international summits like the G20. This, he argued, raised questions about Pakistan's failure to attain similar feats. Also read | 'Everything will be forgiven': How the US got Pakistan's support for Ukraine after aiding Imran Khan's ouster Comparison with India's economic reforms Sharif pointed out that during his tenure as Prime Minister in the 1990s, Pakistan had initiated economic reforms similar to those later adopted by India. He cited India's remarkable growth in foreign exchange reserves, from a mere billion dollars during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure to an impressive $600 billion, as evidence of India's economic success. In July, Pakistan received $1.2 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of a $3 billion bailout package aimed at stabilising the country's struggling economy. Also watch | Pakistan: Spiraling economic crisis and ballooning inflation forces Pakistanis into debt traps Nawaz Sharif, who had been in self-imposed exile in the UK for over four years, announced his return to Pakistan on October 21. He plans to lead the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party's campaign for the upcoming general elections. His party has also stated its intention to secure protective bail for him. Sharif did not shy away from placing blame on Pakistan's former generals and judges for the country's predicament. He mentioned that four judges had played a role in sending him home despite his efforts to eliminate power load shedding in the country. He specifically targeted former chief justices Saqib Nisar and Asif Saeed Khosa, alleging that they were influenced by the former army chief and spy chief. He argued that their actions amounted to a crime greater than murder and asserted that they did not deserve pardons, highlighting that it would be an injustice to the nation. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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The schedule for the upcoming 2023 ODI World Cup is out as India, Pakistan and other teams across the globe get ready for the carnival of cricket which kickstarts on October 5 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. While India will look to win and secure their third ODI World Cup title, the tournament is also surrounded by a sky of controversy as Pakistan’s involvement is in limbo. Here are Aditya Pimpale and Aditya Sahay who review the ODI World Cup schedule.

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Canada halts trade discussions with India amid tensions rising due to the death of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. New Delhi called the accusations “absurd" and demanded that Canada take action against anti-India groups inside its borders.

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Conservative Party leader, Pierre Poilievre, on Wednesday said that PM Justin Trudeau needs to provide all the facts on his allegations connecting Indian government agents with the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Indians urged to exercise caution in Canada

Trade negotiations between India and Canada have hit a snag amid escalating tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mention of a probe into "credible allegations" connecting New Delhi's agents to the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has further strained relations.

On Tuesday (September 19), New Delhi dismissed these allegations as "absurd" and urged Canada to take action against anti-India elements operating on its land. This comes as a surprise move, given that just three months ago, both countries expressed their intent to finalise an initial agreement within the year.

Experts say&nbsp;the <a href="https://commerce.gov.in/international-trade/trade-agreements/indias-current-engagements-in-rtas/india-canada-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-cepa/">Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement </a>(CEPA) between Canada and India has the potential to substantially boost bilateral trade by up to $6.5 billion, with Canada's GDP standing to gain between $3.8 billion and $5.9 billion by 2035.

Recent years have witnessed a steady increase in goods trade, with total trade reaching $8 billion in 2022. <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/india/exports/canada">Indian exports to Canada</a> totalled $4 billion, mirroring <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/canada/exports/india#:~:text=Canada%20Exports%20to%20India%20was,updated%20on%20September%20of%202023">imports from Canada</a>, which were also valued at over $4 billion.

Canada primarily exports energy products, including coal, coke, and briquettes, along with fertilisers, while India exports consumer goods, clothing, engineering products like auto parts and aircraft equipment, as well as electronic items according to&nbsp;Trading Economics, a repository on global economic indicators.&nbsp;

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<h2>What does Canada export to India?</h2>

Notably, Canada's main exports to India in 2022 comprised fossil fuels and related products valued at nearly $1 billion, followed by fertilisers at approximately $748 million, and wood pulp and plant fibres&nbsp;worth about $384 million.&nbsp;

Pharmaceutical products, worth about $418 million, constituted the bulk of Indian exports in the previous year, followed by iron and steel products at approximately $328 million and machinery, nuclear reactors, and boilers at around $287 million.

India's increasing demand for lentils has been a boon for Canadian farmers, while Indian pharmaceutical and software companies have expanded their presence in the Canadian market.

Notably, Canada ranks as India's 17th largest foreign investor, injecting more than $3.6 billion since 2000. Canadian portfolio investors have also made substantial investments in Indian stock and debt markets.

The Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) increased its investments in Indian markets to around $15 billion, primarily in areas like real estate, renewables, and the financial sector by the end of the last fiscal year in March 2023.

Over 600 Canadian companies, including Bombardier and SNC Lavalin, have established a strong presence in India, while more than 30 Indian companies, such as TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, have invested billions in Canada, generating thousands of jobs.

Since 2018, India has been the leading source country for international students in Canada. In 2022, their numbers surged by 47 per cent&nbsp;to nearly 320,000, constituting about 40 per cent&nbsp;of all overseas students, as reported by the Canadian Bureau of International Education. This influx also enables universities and colleges to provide subsidised education to domestic students.

<h3>Top countries of study permit holders with a valid permit in Canada in 2022</h3>

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Many analysts are concerned that deteriorating relations between the two nations could impact the economic well-being of thousands of Sikh families in India's Sikh-majority state of Punjab. These families have relatives in Canada who remit millions of dollars back home. According to the 2021 census, Canada's Sikh population has more than doubled over 20 years, reaching 2.1 per cent, driven by a significant migration of Sikhs from India in pursuit of higher education and employment opportunities.

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Trade negotiations between India and Canada have hit a snag amid escalating tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mention of a probe into "credible allegations" connecting New Delhi's agents to the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has further strained relations.

Trade negotiations between India and Canada have hit a snag amid escalating tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mention of a probe into "credible allegations" connecting New Delhi's agents to the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has further strained relations. On Tuesday (September 19), New Delhi dismissed these allegations as "absurd" and urged Canada to take action against anti-India elements operating on its land. This comes as a surprise move, given that just three months ago, both countries expressed their intent to finalise an initial agreement within the year. Experts say the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Canada and India has the potential to substantially boost bilateral trade by up to $6.5 billion, with Canada's GDP standing to gain between $3.8 billion and $5.9 billion by 2035. Recent years have witnessed a steady increase in goods trade, with total trade reaching $8 billion in 2022. Indian exports to Canada totalled $4 billion, mirroring imports from Canada, which were also valued at over $4 billion. Canada primarily exports energy products, including coal, coke, and briquettes, along with fertilisers, while India exports consumer goods, clothing, engineering products like auto parts and aircraft equipment, as well as electronic items according to Trading Economics, a repository on global economic indicators. Also read | Tit-for-tat: New Delhi warns Indians on ‘politically-condoned’ hate crimes in Canada travel advisory What does Canada export to India? Notably, Canada's main exports to India in 2022 comprised fossil fuels and related products valued at nearly $1 billion, followed by fertilisers at approximately $748 million, and wood pulp and plant fibres worth about $384 million. Pharmaceutical products, worth about $418 million, constituted the bulk of Indian exports in the previous year, followed by iron and steel products at approximately $328 million and machinery, nuclear reactors, and boilers at around $287 million. India's increasing demand for lentils has been a boon for Canadian farmers, while Indian pharmaceutical and software companies have expanded their presence in the Canadian market. Notably, Canada ranks as India's 17th largest foreign investor, injecting more than $3.6 billion since 2000. Canadian portfolio investors have also made substantial investments in Indian stock and debt markets. The Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) increased its investments in Indian markets to around $15 billion, primarily in areas like real estate, renewables, and the financial sector by the end of the last fiscal year in March 2023. Over 600 Canadian companies, including Bombardier and SNC Lavalin, have established a strong presence in India, while more than 30 Indian companies, such as TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, have invested billions in Canada, generating thousands of jobs. Since 2018, India has been the leading source country for international students in Canada. In 2022, their numbers surged by 47 per cent to nearly 320,000, constituting about 40 per cent of all overseas students, as reported by the Canadian Bureau of International Education. This influx also enables universities and colleges to provide subsidised education to domestic students. Top countries of study permit holders with a valid permit in Canada in 2022 Data source: Statista × Many analysts are concerned that deteriorating relations between the two nations could impact the economic well-being of thousands of Sikh families in India's Sikh-majority state of Punjab. These families have relatives in Canada who remit millions of dollars back home. According to the 2021 census, Canada's Sikh population has more than doubled over 20 years, reaching 2.1 per cent, driven by a significant migration of Sikhs from India in pursuit of higher education and employment opportunities. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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