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🌟 Rising Female Participation in UGC NET: A Positive Shift 🌟 The increasing number of female registrations for the UGC NET 2024 exam reflects significant social and economic changes. With 6,35,588 women registered this year, outpacing male candidates, several factors are driving this trend: • Accessibility: Government initiatives, scholarships, and the allure of stable government jobs make teaching a favorable career for women. • Social Norms: Changing attitudes and more family support encourage women to pursue higher education and teaching careers. • Flexibility: Online resources and the appeal of work-life balance in teaching roles cater to women balancing family responsibilities. As we witness this encouraging shift, it’s clear that improving educational access and reshaping societal norms are paving the way for a brighter future for women in academia and beyond! Read more: https://lnkd.in/ghTQ5tBZ #UGCNET #WomenInEducation #GenderEquality #Empowerment #TeachingCareers

🌍 World Development Information Day 🌍 Celebrated every year on October 24 (alongside United Nations Day), this day highlights the importance of information in addressing global development challenges. Established by the UN in 1972, it underscores the need to raise awareness about critical issues like poverty, inequality, and education, while promoting international cooperation for sustainable growth. By leveraging digital technologies, we can tackle key challenges in healthcare, education, and economic development, creating opportunities for progress. Mobilizing public opinion is vital to foster a global spirit of collaboration and solidarity for a more equitable future. World Development Information Day emphasizes the role of information in mobilizing public opinion and fostering a spirit of international collaboration. It encourages governments, NGOs, and individuals to support global development efforts and raise awareness of development issues. Despite progress, challenges like poverty, hunger, and inequality remain pervasive, often compounded by climate change and unequal access to technology. However, digital technologies offer new opportunities, especially in education, healthcare, and economic growth. ICTs can play a transformative role in creating innovative solutions for remote access and digital entrepreneurship. Let’s work together to close the digital divide and support sustainable development! 🌱 #WorldDevelopmentInformationDay #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalCooperation #DigitalInclusion #PublicAwareness Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Deepak Bhatt Itishree Nayak Krish Jain Vishakha Tiwari Sanya Lamba

🧼 Today is #GlobalHandwashingDay! Celebrated every October 15th, this day highlights the crucial role of hand hygiene in preventing diseases and saving lives. 👐💧 This year's theme, "Why are clean hands still important?" emphasizes that proper #handwashing remains one of the simplest and most #effective ways to prevent #infections like #diarrhea and #respiratory #illnesses. In India, #diarrhea is the third leading cause of death among children under five, claiming around 300,000 lives annually. Chronic #respiratory diseases also pose a major threat, with #India contributing to 15.69% of global cases but accounting for 30.28% of all global deaths from these illnesses. Hand hygiene is a powerful #defense against these #preventable #diseases. Let's promote clean hands for #healthier #communities, especially in areas with limited #healthcare #access. Together, we can build a culture of #hygiene that protects #lives worldwide! 🌍💙 #HandHygiene #SaveLives #PreventInfection #PublicHealth #CleanHands #DevInsights #TheLilyfoundation Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Krish Jain Sanya Lamba

🌍 On October 14th, we celebrate #WorldStandardsDay, honoring the dedicated experts who create global standards that shape our world! From enhancing product safety to ensuring quality in services, standards play a crucial role in our everyday lives. A day that highlights the importance of international standards in creating a sustainable and interconnected world. Aligned with the UN #SDGs, these standards ensure access to quality healthcare, safeguard privacy, support effective policies, and drive innovation. This year's theme, "Shared Vision for a Better World: Standards for the Changing Climate," reminds us that global collaboration is key to tackling climate change and building resilient infrastructure. 🌱💡 #SDG9 focuses on fostering innovation, sustainable industrial growth, and resilient infrastructure. International Standards are the backbone of progress, enabling security, interoperability, and sustainability, with AI leading the way toward economic transformation. Together, we can create a world that thrives on innovation and sustainability, powered by global standards! 🌐 #SustainableDevelopment #Innovation #AI #GlobalCollaboration #Sustainability #DevInsights Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Deepak Bhatt Itishree Nayak Krish Jain Sanya Lamba

📬 Celebrating National Post Day! 📬 For a century-and-a-half, the postal system has been a lifeline for people, governments, and businesses worldwide! 🌍💌 Every year, October 10th marks National Post Day in India, celebrating the Indian Postal Department's incredible service for over 150 years! ✉️ Established by the British in 1854 under Lord Dalhousie, India's postal system has grown to become the world's most widely used! Managed by the Ministry of Communications, it includes 9 postal zones, 23 postal circles, and an Army Post Office. Did you know? Our 6-digit PIN Code system was implemented in 1972, revolutionizing mail delivery across the country! 📦🗺️ Let's appreciate the dedicated service that keeps us connected! 💌 #NationalPostDay #IndiaPost #PostalService #ConnectingIndia #MinistryOfCommunications #PINCode #IndianPost Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Deepak Bhatt Sanya Lamba Krish Jain Itishree Nayak Premlata Singh

According to the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) by the National Statistics Office (NSO), the unemployment rate for men in India has decreased from 3.3% in 2022-23 to 3.2% in 2023-24. However, the rate for women has increased from 2.9% to 3.2% during the same period. The survey, which included over 4 lakh individuals from 1 lakh+ households, highlights a steady rise in labour force participation over the past five years. It also revealed that agriculture continues to be the top employment sector, followed by manufacturing, construction, trade, and more. #PLFS #UnemploymentRate #LabourForce #EmploymentTrends #Agriculture #GenderGap #NSO #MoSPI #IndiaEmployment #DataInsights Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Deepak Bhatt Itishree Nayak Krish Jain Sanya Lamba Premlata Singh Dev Insights

🌍 Since 1994, every year on October 5th, we celebrate #WorldTeachersDay to honor the vital role teachers play in shaping lives and communities. This day also commemorates the 1966 adoption of the ILO/UNESCO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers, a landmark policy that established key standards for educators' rights, responsibilities, and working conditions. In 1997, the standards were extended to higher-education teaching personnel as well. This year, we celebrate the theme: “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education,” recognizing the importance of including teachers' insights in education reform and decision-making. Let’s uplift and support our teachers for the incredible work they do! 🙌 #TeachersMatter #Education #HistoryOfTeachersDay #Teachers2024 #ValuingVoices #EducationReform Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Itishree Nayak Deepak Bhatt Sanya Lamba Krish Jain

🌍 International Day of Older Persons 2024 🌍 On October 1st, we celebrate International Day of Older Persons, recognizing the immense contributions of the elderly and raising awareness of the challenges they face. This year’s theme, "Ageing with Dignity", highlights the critical need for social inclusion, healthcare access, and respectful support for the growing elderly population worldwide. With India’s elderly expected to rise from 10.1% in 2021 to 20.8% by 2050, now is the time for stronger care systems, inclusive policies, and societal shifts to ensure aging is not just about numbers but about dignity and respect. Let’s work together to build a society where every senior can age with purpose, security, and respect. DevInsights CEO and Managing Trustee of The Lily Foundation NGO, Mr. Paresh Kumar, discusses the challenges facing the elderly and the need for stronger care systems in his article for International Day of Older Persons 2024. Read more in ET Edge Insights: https://lnkd.in/gUj_9--k #AgeingWithDignity #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons #ElderlyCare #HealthCare #SocialInclusion #IndiaAging #SeniorCitizens Paresh Kumar

Today, we celebrate the powerful connection between tourism and peace. As António Guterres, the UN Secretary-General, reminds us, tourism brings people together, fosters inclusion, and strengthens local economies. By valuing our cultural and natural heritage, sustainable tourism can help reduce tensions, nurture peaceful coexistence, and create millions of jobs worldwide. In fact, the tourism industry supports over 300 million jobs globally, making it a vital driver of economic growth. Tourism is not just an economic engine; it connects cultures, builds bridges of understanding, and uplifts entire communities. For example, regions like Southeast Asia have seen significant peacebuilding efforts through tourism, where local initiatives promote cultural exchange and economic cooperation. This year, on September 27, 2024, we focus on the theme “Tourism and Peace,” underscoring the importance of sustainable tourism that benefits travelers and creates lasting opportunities for local populations. Let’s commit to making travel more inclusive, sustainable, and a catalyst for peace and prosperity for all. Together, we can harness the power of tourism to build a better world! 🌐💚 #WorldTourismDay #TourismAndPeace #JobCreation #SustainableTravel #GlobalEconomy Paresh Kumar Minal Srivastava Aviranjan Barnwal Deepak Bhatt Krish Jain Sanya Lamba

🕊️ "Basic education links the children, whether of cities or the villages, to all that is best and lasting in India." – Mahatma Gandhi Education is the foundation of progress, empowering the next generation to preserve our rich heritage while building a better future. Whether in cities or villages, the impact of education lasts a lifetime and shapes the future of our nation. Let's continue striving for quality education for all children, ensuring they are connected to India's best values and traditions. #MahatmaGandhi #EducationForAll #QualityEducation #India #ChildEmpowerment #GandhiQuote #Inspiration