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  National Girl Child Day: The one Indian state where women outnumber men, and how it happened

  January 24, 2026 10:55 IST

  On National Girl Child Day, a look at the only Indian state where women outnumber men. Using official population data, we break down what the numbers show, how they compare nationally, and what long-term social factors reveal about gender balance in India.

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  International Day of Girl Child: A look at key government schemes for girls in India

  World | October 11, 2025 15:32 IST

  India has introduced several welfare schemes to support girls from birth through education and into adulthood, addressing deep-rooted gender inequalities through focused interventions.

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  Andhra Pradesh: TDP MP pledges to offer Rs 50,000 to every third girl child in his constituency

  India | March 09, 2025 21:44 IST

  TDP MP K Appala Naidu said he was inspired by the calls given by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu to raise India's population.

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  Maharashtra government to provide free cancer vaccine for girls aged 0-14 across state

  Maharashtra | March 01, 2025 18:34 IST

  The Maharashtra government has decided to implement a free cancer vaccination programme to address the issue.

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  Four children drown in canal in Karnataka's Vikayapura, mother rescued

  Karnataka | January 13, 2025 23:47 IST

  The mother jumped into the canal after getting frustrated with quarrelling in the family. A local fisherman rescued her while her four girls drowned.

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  National Girl Child Day 2024: Five vaccines every girl needs

  Health | January 24, 2024 14:03 IST

  On this National Girl Child Day, let us pledge to protect and empower our girls by ensuring they receive all the recommended vaccines. Let us work towards a world where every girl has equal access to healthcare and the opportunity to thrive.

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  National Girl Child Day 2024: Top government schemes to secure future of India's daughters

  Business | January 24, 2024 12:37 IST

  There are several schemes, investment options, and incentives by the central and state governments for securing the financial future of the country's daughters.

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  'They are change-makers who make our nation and society better': PM Modi on National Girl Child Day

  India | January 24, 2024 11:28 IST

  National Girl Child Day is commemorated every year on January 24 to promote awareness regarding the rights and well-being of girl children in the country. The day was first celebrated in 2008.

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  One Nation One Ride 2.0: 2,000 bikers to create awareness on saving girl child, education on Dec 17

  India | December 15, 2023 20:47 IST

  Thousands of bikers from across north India will gather under their 'One Nation One Ride' campaign to create awareness about saving girl child and education on December 17.

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  International Girl Child Day 2023: History, Significance, Theme, Wishes and all you need to know

  Lifestyle | October 11, 2023 9:45 IST

  International Girl Child Day falls on October 11. The theme of International Day of the Girl 2023 is "Invest in Girls' Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being," according to United Nations. Here's all you need to know about its history and significance.

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  SHOCKING! 12-year-old girl sold for Rs 40,000 in Bhopal; 5 arrested

  Madhya Pradesh | June 29, 2023 13:38 IST

  Bhopal crime news: The arrests were made after women and child welfare department officials prevented the marriage of a 12-year-old tribal girl with a 27-year-old man on June 27 in a village under Gunaga police station limits near Bhopal, police said.

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  UP Budget: What is Kanya Sumangala scheme for which UP government has allocated Rs 1,050cr

  Budget | February 23, 2023 17:30 IST

  The Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister has allocated Rs. 1,050 crore to the Chief Minister Kanya Sumangala Yojana scheme in the state's budget for 2023-24, which provides financial assistance to families with a girl child. The scheme releases Rs. 15,000 in six installments.

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  National Girl Child Day 2023: History, theme and significance | Everything you need to know

  Lifestyle | January 24, 2023 9:36 IST

  National Girl Child Day is an important day that serves to raise awareness about the rights and welfare of girl child in India. It is a reminder of the importance of girl children and their role in society, and it serves as a platform to discuss and address the challenges faced by young girls.

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  Delhi: Newborn girl found in garbage dump in Vasant Kunj is stable, inform cops

  Crime | October 09, 2022 8:25 IST

  Delhi news: Earlier on Saturday, the two-day-old girl child was found abandoned in a garbage dump in Harijan Basti of Rajokri village in the national capital. The newborn was handed over to the hospital authorities by the local police.

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  National Girl Child Day 2022: Manushi Chhillar launches chat series 'Limitless'

  Celebrities | January 24, 2022 15:49 IST

  About why she named this digital project 'Limitless', Manushi revealed, "Limitless pretty much sums up what this project is about - it will celebrate the unbound potential of being a woman. Through the voices of these icons, we aim to trigger a necessary conversation about bettering society and fostering a spirit of equality."

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  National Girl Child Day 2022: 5 ways to empower your little daughter

  Lifestyle | January 24, 2022 14:20 IST

  In this day and age, women role models are plenty, in each and every field, but with correct guidance and by setting the right example for them, your daughter may be the next role model this world deserves. From abandoning gender stereotypes to imparting the right education, here are some tips for good parenting. 

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  National Girl Child Day 2022: History, theme and significance | All you need to know

  Books & Culture | January 24, 2022 8:02 IST

  National Girl Child Day is an initiative by the Ministry of Women and Child Development. It was announced in the year 2008. The day is aimed to spread awareness and empower girls from all around the country.

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  Promotion of girl child education need of the hour: Rajasthan governor

  Education | November 01, 2021 14:32 IST

  The promotion of girl child education is the need of the hour and private universities should take special steps towards it, Rajasthan governor said, adding that a society that has more educated women develops faster 

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  Bhopal: Pani puri seller celebrates daughter's birth by distributing free snacks to hundreds

  India | September 13, 2021 11:16 IST

  According to reports, Anchal Gupta, who sells pani puri on a small cart, distributed snacks worth Rs 50,000 for free.

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  National Girl Child Day: PM Modi lauds people for empowering girl child

  India | January 24, 2021 12:24 IST

  PM Modi also appreciated those who are working continuously for the empowerment of girl child.