On Friday, in a first for the Indian government and the legislative history of the country, the pronouns “she” and “her” have been used to refer to individuals irrespective of gender in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022. The bill has been put up by the country’s Union Minister for Communications, Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, for public consultation.&nbsp;

“With the philosophy (Indian) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government works, we have attempted to use the word ‘she’ and ‘her’ in the entire Bill instead of ‘him’ and ‘his’,” said the union minister. He added that this “innovative” move has been attempted in the bill while speaking to the press.&nbsp;

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A section of the proposed legislation reads, “In this Act, the pronouns “her” and “she” have been used for an individual, irrespective of gender.” Meanwhile, an explanatory note of the draft also noted that this was in line with the government’s philosophy of empowering women.&nbsp;

The Personal Data Protection Bill was previously withdrawn in August after a joint committee of the Indian parliament suggested at least 81 amendments to a 99-section bill. It was first proposed in Lok Sabha (lower house) in December 2019 following protests from the opposition Congress and other parties who said that it violated citizens' fundamental rights.&nbsp;

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The proposed bill aims to protect internet users and create a system for individuals’ digital personal data which can be processed in a way that recognises the right to protect their personal data. The government has sought consultation and comments till December 17 which is the last date for the stakeholders to submit their remarks. Furthermore, the focus of the bill is to create a safe and trusted digital ecosystem in India.&nbsp;

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On Friday, in a first for the Indian government and the legislative history of the country, the pronouns “she” and “her” have been used to refer to individuals irrespective of gender in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022.

On Friday, in a first for the Indian government and the legislative history of the country, the pronouns “she” and “her” have been used to refer to individuals irrespective of gender in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2022. The bill has been put up by the country’s Union Minister for Communications, Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, for public consultation. “With the philosophy (Indian) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government works, we have attempted to use the word ‘she’ and ‘her’ in the entire Bill instead of ‘him’ and ‘his’,” said the union minister. He added that this “innovative” move has been attempted in the bill while speaking to the press. ALSO READ: After EU, India to make common Type-C charging port mandatory for all smart devices A section of the proposed legislation reads, “In this Act, the pronouns “her” and “she” have been used for an individual, irrespective of gender.” Meanwhile, an explanatory note of the draft also noted that this was in line with the government’s philosophy of empowering women. The Personal Data Protection Bill was previously withdrawn in August after a joint committee of the Indian parliament suggested at least 81 amendments to a 99-section bill. It was first proposed in Lok Sabha (lower house) in December 2019 following protests from the opposition Congress and other parties who said that it violated citizens' fundamental rights. ALSO WATCH: WION Dispatch: Historic move by India's top court, makes proceedings public The proposed bill aims to protect internet users and create a system for individuals’ digital personal data which can be processed in a way that recognises the right to protect their personal data. The government has sought consultation and comments till December 17 which is the last date for the stakeholders to submit their remarks. Furthermore, the focus of the bill is to create a safe and trusted digital ecosystem in India. (With inputs from agencies) 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.

In a first, India uses ‘she’ and ‘her’ to refer to all genders in a draft data protection bill

Hollywood celebrities like Angelina Jolie, Sophie Turner, Priyanka Chopra and others support anti-hijab protestors who fight for their rights against the Iran government

Celebs support Iranian women in wake of crackdown on anti-hijab protestors

The hardline Islamic regime of Iran has sworn a brutal crackdown on protesters. But despite that protesters aren't backing down. This is causing an ugly bloodbath in the country. Both demonstrators and security forces are being shot down. This leads to a bigger question - is the government of Iran feeling cornered?

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As the anti-hijab demonstrations swell in Iran, the security forces in the country continue to violently clamp down these protests. In a latest incident, the Iranian Security Forces opened fire on people at a metro station in Tehran. The forces used batons to hit women who were not following the country's strict dress code.

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Protests are intensifying in Iran. According to a report three protesters have been shot dead in Iran. Human rights group also allege shooting in many cities.

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The Taliban have banned Afghan women from gyms and parks. The group says women were not wearing hijab and ignoring gender segregation. What happened to the Taliban's promise of giving women their rights?

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BCCI has introduced a historic pay equity policy which will ensure that women players earn the same as their male counterparts. How much will women players earn now? Why is there a gender pay gap in sports globally? Molly Gambhir reports.

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In another progressive step forward, Taiwan’s largest metro rail in the capital city of Taipei is set to begin a trial for offering women free sanitary products. This comes after several neighbouring Asian countries have implemented similar measures in a bid to&nbsp;tackle "period poverty", said a report by AFP.&nbsp;

The trial was recently given the green light after the proposal of several city councillors that Taiwan should follow the example of their neighbouring countries including Japan and South Korea and make sanitary products more accessible, said the report.&nbsp;

Seoul’s programme offers free sanitary pads in at least 300 institutions across the capital city, including museums, libraries and so on. Meanwhile, the Tokyo city government reportedly began distributing sanitary products, earlier this year, in some of the washrooms at its headquarters.&nbsp; 
 
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“We will re-evaluate and adjust in accordance with the results of the trial and the feedback,” said the subway operator, Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation, in a statement. The trial will reportedly begin on November 1 and will provide menstrual products to women upon their request at the 20 busiest stations along their metro line.&nbsp;

Taiwan has established itself as one of Asia’s most progressive democracies, said the report. In 2016, Taiwan also elected its first female president Tsai Ing-wen, who also won a second term in a landslide victory two years ago. Furthermore, in 2019, it became the first place in Asia to legalise gay marriage and it is still the only one that has taken this step.

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Taipei is also among another handful of others that allows a "menstrual leave", as per Taiwan's Act of Gender Equality in Employment women can take three days off per year which is not deductible from the statutory 30 days of regular sick leave. However, like regular sick leaves employees on menstrual leave only receive a 50% of their salary, said the report.&nbsp; 
 
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In another progressive step forward, Taiwan’s largest metro rail in the capital city of Taipei is set to begin a trial for offering women free sanitary products. This comes after several neighbouring Asian countries have implemented similar measures in a bid to tackle "period poverty", said a report by AFP. The trial was recently given the green light after the proposal of several city councillors that Taiwan should follow the example of their neighbouring countries including Japan and South Korea and make sanitary products more accessible, said the report. Seoul’s programme offers free sanitary pads in at least 300 institutions across the capital city, including museums, libraries and so on. Meanwhile, the Tokyo city government reportedly began distributing sanitary products, earlier this year, in some of the washrooms at its headquarters. ALSO READ: 'Battle to protect our homeland': Taiwan president issues warning for China “We will re-evaluate and adjust in accordance with the results of the trial and the feedback,” said the subway operator, Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation, in a statement. The trial will reportedly begin on November 1 and will provide menstrual products to women upon their request at the 20 busiest stations along their metro line. Taiwan has established itself as one of Asia’s most progressive democracies, said the report. In 2016, Taiwan also elected its first female president Tsai Ing-wen, who also won a second term in a landslide victory two years ago. Furthermore, in 2019, it became the first place in Asia to legalise gay marriage and it is still the only one that has taken this step. ALSO READ: From Spain to South Korea: The push for paid menstrual leave Taipei is also among another handful of others that allows a "menstrual leave", as per Taiwan's Act of Gender Equality in Employment women can take three days off per year which is not deductible from the statutory 30 days of regular sick leave. However, like regular sick leaves employees on menstrual leave only receive a 50% of their salary, said the report. (With inputs from agencies) 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.

Report: Largest metro in Taiwan to begin trial for free sanitary products for women

Protesters in Iran reportedly hacked the country's state-run TV channel and hackers urged viewers to oppose Iranian govt. Mask, Ali Khamenei's image in flames appeared on channel.

Protesters hack Iran's state-run TV channel; hackers urge viewers to oppose Iranian govt

As per reports, over 150 people have been killed in the protests. However, Iran regime continues to deny responsibility for Amini's death. Schoolgirls are protesting against Iran's leadership.

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More than 75 per cent of people using dating apps have been subjected to some sort of sexual violence in the past five years, a new study has claimed.

The figures were released on Monday following a survey by the Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC), which showed that three out of four users of dating apps faced sexual violence after using these apps. The institute surveyed 9,987 app users.

Among the most common form of behaviour reported is sexual harassment, with abusive and threatening language, followed by unsolicited sexual images.

The survey further found that sexual violence was more frequent in the case of LGBTIQ+ men and women compared to heterosexual participants.

Among the heterosexual respondents, 79 per cent of women reported some form of online violence, compared with 61 per cent of men.

At least one-third of users faced physical abuse from someone they met on an app, with 27 per cent of those reporting incidents of sexual assault or coercion, such as drink spiking, the researchers noted.

The report pointed out that a “significant proportion” of app users were exposed to online and physical sexual violence.

“This is highly concerning given the significant and potentially long-term impacts associated with these victimisation experiences,” the study said, reports AP news agency.

“These impacts include poorer health and wellbeing, including overall life satisfaction, social isolation and lower self-esteem, as well as increased risk of re-victimisation.”

The study called for urgent improvement in user experience and safety, saying that the dating apps should prioritise easier reporting processes, tougher ID verification to ban perpetrators and censorship of explicit images.

“Considering the long- and short-term implications for victim-survivors after experiencing these harmful behaviours, there is an obvious need to develop mechanisms for protecting users,” the study said.

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More than 75 per cent of people using dating apps have been subjected to some sort of sexual violence in the past five years, a new study has claimed. The figures were released on Monday following a survey by the Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC), which showed that three out of four users of dating apps faced sexual violence after using these apps.

More than 75 per cent of people using dating apps have been subjected to some sort of sexual violence in the past five years, a new study has claimed. The figures were released on Monday following a survey by the Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC), which showed that three out of four users of dating apps faced sexual violence after using these apps. The institute surveyed 9,987 app users. Among the most common form of behaviour reported is sexual harassment, with abusive and threatening language, followed by unsolicited sexual images. The survey further found that sexual violence was more frequent in the case of LGBTIQ+ men and women compared to heterosexual participants. Among the heterosexual respondents, 79 per cent of women reported some form of online violence, compared with 61 per cent of men. At least one-third of users faced physical abuse from someone they met on an app, with 27 per cent of those reporting incidents of sexual assault or coercion, such as drink spiking, the researchers noted. The report pointed out that a “significant proportion” of app users were exposed to online and physical sexual violence. “This is highly concerning given the significant and potentially long-term impacts associated with these victimisation experiences,” the study said, reports AP news agency. “These impacts include poorer health and wellbeing, including overall life satisfaction, social isolation and lower self-esteem, as well as increased risk of re-victimisation.” The study called for urgent improvement in user experience and safety, saying that the dating apps should prioritise easier reporting processes, tougher ID verification to ban perpetrators and censorship of explicit images. “Considering the long- and short-term implications for victim-survivors after experiencing these harmful behaviours, there is an obvious need to develop mechanisms for protecting users,” the study said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Over 75% of dating app users experienced sexual violence in past 5 years, says report

Iran's morality police has triggered outrage not just within Iran but indeed across the globe. According to reports, 41 more people have been killed in Iran's southeast. Government has alleged 'outside forces' of stoking protests.

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Afghan women are protesting against the suicide bomb killing of students in Kabul's Shiite neighborhood. The attack on the educational center killed over 32 people and wounded at least 27 others.

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Iran's Gen-Z has had enough. Protests have been rippling across the country for over two weeks now and on the spearhead is the 'youth of Iran'. These demonstrations aren't just about the hijab now, they are about reclaiming human rights and demanding a change in the regime.

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Kuwait held its parliamentary elections to elect 50 members of the National Assembly. After months of political gridlock, the opposition has won a majority. Meanwhile Women returned to Kuwait national assembly.

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Iran's morality police has triggered outrage not just within Iran but indeed across the globe. The members of the Iranian diaspora in several parts of the world have been rallying in support for the Iranian women.

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Protests have continued in several cities across Iran against the death of a young woman in police custody. A human rights group has said that at least 83 people have been killed in nearly three weeks of demonstrations.

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Protesters from different parts of the globe have been seen standing in solidarity with Iranian women after the death of Mahsa Amini. Australians have gathered in Sydney in support of the anti-government protests in Iran.

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Women pilots in the Indian Air Force are flying fighter jets and helicopters, assisting troops stationed in northern Tezpur, close to the Chinese border, and leading one of the largest military formations in the world.

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The United Nation decried Mahsa Amini's death in custody after she was arrested by Iran's morality police and the violent crackdown on protests over her death, demanding an independent investigation.

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Iran is witnessing protests following the death of Mahsa Amini, who had been detained by the nation's "morality police" for not donning a headscarf. The nation's rigorous dress code is enforced by its morality police.

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The death of a 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini, who was reportedly arrested and beaten up by the police in Iran for not following the hijab rules, sparked a number of protests all around the country. In western Iran, the women took off their hijabs as a mark of protest and held rallies on the streets. &nbsp;

According to The Guardian, Amini was travelling to Tehran from the province of Kurdistan with her family when she was detained by the police. The 22-year-old was charged with violating the strict dressing codes that the country has implemented and taken away in a police van.&nbsp;

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A number of witnesses claimed that she was beaten up inside the van and taken to the nearest police station. While the police denied all such allegations, she was taken to the Kasra hospital where the doctors admitted her in the intensive care unit. The authorities said that she had suffered a heart attack but the family of the victim was not allowed to see her or talk to the doctors in the hospital.&nbsp;

Initially, the family was told that she will be released after a “re-education session” but Amini passed away in the hospital and that became the spark for a wide protest on the harsh punishments and stricter rules imposed on women’s clothing in public by the country’s President Ebrahim Raisi.&nbsp;

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A number of videos on social media showed women even cutting their hair to mark their protest as the authorities resorted to the use of tear gas to stop them from marching on the streets.&nbsp;

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The death of a 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini, who was reportedly arrested and beaten up by the police in Iran for not following the hijab rules, sparked a number of protests all around the country.

The death of a 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini, who was reportedly arrested and beaten up by the police in Iran for not following the hijab rules, sparked a number of protests all around the country. In western Iran, the women took off their hijabs as a mark of protest and held rallies on the streets. According to The Guardian, Amini was travelling to Tehran from the province of Kurdistan with her family when she was detained by the police. The 22-year-old was charged with violating the strict dressing codes that the country has implemented and taken away in a police van. Women of Iran-Saghez removed their headscarves in protest against the murder of Mahsa Amini 22 Yr old woman by hijab police and chanting: death to dictator! Removing hijab is a punishable crime in Iran. We call on women and men around the world to show solidarity. #مهسا_امینی pic.twitter.com/ActEYqOr1Q — Masih Alinejad 🏳️ (@AlinejadMasih) September 17, 2022 × A number of witnesses claimed that she was beaten up inside the van and taken to the nearest police station. While the police denied all such allegations, she was taken to the Kasra hospital where the doctors admitted her in the intensive care unit. The authorities said that she had suffered a heart attack but the family of the victim was not allowed to see her or talk to the doctors in the hospital. Initially, the family was told that she will be released after a “re-education session” but Amini passed away in the hospital and that became the spark for a wide protest on the harsh punishments and stricter rules imposed on women’s clothing in public by the country’s President Ebrahim Raisi. Also read | Biden warns Jinping, says US forces would help defend Taiwan against China A number of videos on social media showed women even cutting their hair to mark their protest as the authorities resorted to the use of tear gas to stop them from marching on the streets.

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On Tuesday, Taliban authorities reacted angrily to UN claims that they are denying Afghan women the right to work, despite the fact that thousands of them are engaged in the government.&nbsp;

However, because offices were not set up for effective sex segregation, Sharafuddin Sharaf, head of staff at the ministry of labour and social affairs, told AFP that many women were getting paid despite not showing up for work.&nbsp;

"Working together in one office is not possible in our Islamic system," he stated, a day after a United Nations rights expert claimed that since the Taliban's return to power in August of last year, there has been a "staggering regression" in women's rights.

Although Sharaf was unable to provide a number, she asserted that "not a single female employee has been fired" from the civil service.&nbsp;

However, there have been a number of demonstrations by women seeking the right to work and protesting the loss of their jobs, some of which the Taliban violently put an end to.&nbsp;

According to Sharaf, some women "once a week to their relevant offices to sign their attendance, and their salaries are paid at their homes."&nbsp;

He noted that this occurs in workplaces where "gender-based segregation is yet to be done" and that women were employed in the interior, health, and education ministries, all of which have a need for them.

However, the majority of girls' secondary schools nationwide have been ordered to close, so this generation of female university students may be the last.&nbsp;

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Many Taliban leaders claim the restriction is merely temporary, but they have also rolled out a vast list of justifications for the closures, ranging from a lack of resources to the time required to redesign the curriculum in accordance with Islamic principles.&nbsp;

Local media reported on Monday that the education minister claimed it was a cultural issue because many rural residents did not want their daughters to go to school.

To conform to their conservative interpretation of Islam since gaining power, the Taliban have placed severe restrictions on girls and women, virtually excluding them from public life.&nbsp;

The ministry of women's affairs was promptly abolished, and it was quickly replaced by the ministry for the encouragement of virtue and the suppression of vice.

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On Tuesday, Taliban authorities reacted angrily to UN claims that they are denying Afghan women the right to work, despite the fact that thousands of them are engaged in the government.

On Tuesday, Taliban authorities reacted angrily to UN claims that they are denying Afghan women the right to work, despite the fact that thousands of them are engaged in the government. However, because offices were not set up for effective sex segregation, Sharafuddin Sharaf, head of staff at the ministry of labour and social affairs, told AFP that many women were getting paid despite not showing up for work. "Working together in one office is not possible in our Islamic system," he stated, a day after a United Nations rights expert claimed that since the Taliban's return to power in August of last year, there has been a "staggering regression" in women's rights. Although Sharaf was unable to provide a number, she asserted that "not a single female employee has been fired" from the civil service. However, there have been a number of demonstrations by women seeking the right to work and protesting the loss of their jobs, some of which the Taliban violently put an end to. According to Sharaf, some women "once a week to their relevant offices to sign their attendance, and their salaries are paid at their homes." He noted that this occurs in workplaces where "gender-based segregation is yet to be done" and that women were employed in the interior, health, and education ministries, all of which have a need for them. However, the majority of girls' secondary schools nationwide have been ordered to close, so this generation of female university students may be the last. Also Read: Before and after images show dramatic expansion of Bahrain by building land on sea: 1987 vs 2022 Many Taliban leaders claim the restriction is merely temporary, but they have also rolled out a vast list of justifications for the closures, ranging from a lack of resources to the time required to redesign the curriculum in accordance with Islamic principles. Local media reported on Monday that the education minister claimed it was a cultural issue because many rural residents did not want their daughters to go to school. To conform to their conservative interpretation of Islam since gaining power, the Taliban have placed severe restrictions on girls and women, virtually excluding them from public life. The ministry of women's affairs was promptly abolished, and it was quickly replaced by the ministry for the encouragement of virtue and the suppression of vice. (with inputs from agencies)

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The Taliban may have suggested that they will be taking a more liberal approach towards women’s rights after coming to power a year back, but recent reports are showing that not much has changed in this regime. According to Sputnik, a number of sources confirmed that female students in Afghanistan were not allowed to leave Kabul in order to study in Kazakhstan and Qatar.

While both male and female students were supposed to leave for higher studies, only the men were finally allowed to fly out of Afghanistan, Sputnik quoted the sources in their report on Friday.

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This is the latest assault on women’s right to education in Afghanistan after a number of reforms brought in by the Taliban in the recent years. A number of gender-based rules were introduced in the school system and in a few places, girls were not allowed to study beyond the sixth grade.

The reforms are not limited to education as the Taliban, who took over the country after the United States troops left last year, have made it difficult for women to keep working.

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According to official data, around 80 per cent of women have lost their jobs in the media sector and when it comes to government jobs, the authorities are replacing them with their male relatives.

In the recent past, the country has also seen the return of strict rules for women like covering themselves completely and travelling with a male companion at all times. According to AFP, the rate of early as well as forced marriages have also increased drastically in the last year.

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The Taliban may have suggested that they will be taking a more liberal approach towards women’s rights after coming to power a year back, but recent reports are showing that not much has changed in this regime.

The Taliban may have suggested that they will be taking a more liberal approach towards women’s rights after coming to power a year back, but recent reports are showing that not much has changed in this regime. According to Sputnik, a number of sources confirmed that female students in Afghanistan were not allowed to leave Kabul in order to study in Kazakhstan and Qatar. While both male and female students were supposed to leave for higher studies, only the men were finally allowed to fly out of Afghanistan, Sputnik quoted the sources in their report on Friday. Also read | Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reconnected to Ukrainian grid This is the latest assault on women’s right to education in Afghanistan after a number of reforms brought in by the Taliban in the recent years. A number of gender-based rules were introduced in the school system and in a few places, girls were not allowed to study beyond the sixth grade. The reforms are not limited to education as the Taliban, who took over the country after the United States troops left last year, have made it difficult for women to keep working. Also read | 'Hacks and thugs': Donald Trump lashes out as FBI cites 'evidence of obstruction' in Mar-a-Lago raid According to official data, around 80 per cent of women have lost their jobs in the media sector and when it comes to government jobs, the authorities are replacing them with their male relatives. In the recent past, the country has also seen the return of strict rules for women like covering themselves completely and travelling with a male companion at all times. According to AFP, the rate of early as well as forced marriages have also increased drastically in the last year. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE -

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It's been over a year since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. During their takeover, the Taliban regime promised that they will be taking a more liberal approach towards women's rights but recent reports show that not much has changed in the current regime rather the government is only backtracked on all of its promises and left Afghan women and girls in despair.

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