#Women Rights

ENWO Demands Seat at Table for Frontier Nagaland Governance

The Eastern Nagaland Women Organisation demands inclusion in the FNTA, citing their role in the statehood movement and seeking equal partnership.

Kiyeto Swu • 30 Oct 2026

Nagaland Law Students Federation Hosts Legal Awareness Seminar at Fazl Ali College

The NLSF held a campaign at Fazl Ali College on October 27 to promote women's roles in law, gender equality, and better access to justice in Nagaland.

Naro Jamir • 30 Oct 2026

Supreme Court Challenges Tripura Customary Law Over Rape Penalties

The Supreme Court is weighing a challenge to a Tripura law that lets rape suspects pay fines to avoid criminal charges under traditional tribal rules.

Nihar Jamatia • 26 Oct 2026

Women in Shillong Protest Rising Gender Violence

Protesters in Shillong demand safety and equality, challenging the myth that Meghalaya’s matrilineal society prevents gender-based violence and abuse.

NEWire Desk • 8 Oct 2026

Maitshaphrang Movement Blasts Meghalaya Marriage Act as Ineffective

Michael Syiem claims the Meghalaya Compulsory Registration of Marriage Act fails women, urging the government to define and enforce mandatory rules.

NEWire Desk • 29 Sep 2026

Mizoram BJP MLA Calls for Uniform Civil Code to Shield Local Women

BJP MLA K Hrahmo is pushing for a Uniform Civil Code in Mizoram, claiming it would protect local women married to non-tribal men from abandonment.

Ethan Ralte • 21 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Women’s Commission Targets Maternity Benefit Reform

The Meghalaya State Commission for Women hosts a meeting Thursday to strengthen workplace maternity protections and fix implementation gaps.

NEWire Desk • 16 Sep 2026

Supreme Court Refers Mizo Inheritance Law Challenge to Gauhati High Court

The Supreme Court directed a legal challenge against Mizoram's marriage and inheritance laws to be heard by the Gauhati High Court instead of the top court.

Ethan Ralte • 29 Aug 2026

Assam CM Sarma Attacks Rahul Gandhi Over Women’s Rights Rhetoric

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hit out at Rahul Gandhi, labeling him a Hindu baiter and questioning his selective stance on women's rights and religious laws.

Bibar Daimary • 24 Aug 2026

Tripura High Court Orders Immediate Child Care Leave for Teacher

The Tripura High Court ordered the state to grant a teacher one year of child care leave, striking down restrictive departmental policies.

Ayan Debbarma • 20 Aug 2026

Assam Women's Commission Launches Mobile App for Legal Complaints

The Assam State Commission for Women launched a mobile app Tuesday, letting women across the state file grievances digitally from their smartphones.

Bibar Daimary • 11 Aug 2026

Naga Mothers Association President Vilanuo Angela Yhome Dies at 67

Naga Mothers Association President Vilanuo Angela Yhome has died at 67. The advocate for peace and women's rights was honored at a Kohima funeral.

Naro Jamir • 1 Aug 2026

NCW Chief Vijaya Rahatkar Kicks Off Three-Day Tripura Tour

NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar is touring Tripura to assess women's safety, review welfare schemes, and meet with top police and government officials.

Nihar Jamatia • 29 Jul 2026

NCW Chief Vijaya Rahatkar Begins Three-Day Tripura Tour

NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar arrived in Tripura for a three-day tour focused on women's rights, institutional inspections, and safety advocacy.

Ayan Debbarma • 28 Jul 2026

Nagaland Officials Overhaul Money Lenders Act to Curb Predatory Debt

Nagaland held a state consultation on July 17, 2026, to review the Money Lenders Act, aiming to protect citizens and women from predatory financial traps.

Naro Jamir • 19 Jul 2026

Nagaland Commission Pushes for Tighter Money Lending Laws

The NSCW is reviewing the Nagaland Money Lenders Act to protect women from predatory debt and better regulate unregistered private lenders.

Naro Jamir • 17 Jul 2026