Tamil Nadu has passed a strict new law, to shield borrowers from harsh recovery tactics by finance and microfinance firms. It allows jail for 3 to 5 years and a fine for harassment during loan recovery.
The Chhattisgarh government has amended adoption laws by replacing “adopted son” with “adopted child,” promoting gender equality. This change reflects a shift from patriarchal language and honors progressive figures like Teejan Bai and Phoolbasan Bai. Activists support this move while acknowledging further efforts are needed to eliminate gender bias in official language.
NEW DELHI: On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the achievements of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government over the last ten years. He stated that his government has always prioritized women’s safety and made strict changes in the law, including introducing capital punishment for serious crimes like rape.