Pandey had joined the job in 2003, when her father died. Since she was the only brother among the four sisters, she was given the job as a dependent.

One of the many reasons why men dominate the social and intellectual narrative in India is the absence of female power circles. When men hang out exclusively with other men, it results in the formation of male power circles. In such groups, ideas are shared and influences exerted amidst lack of inclusion. The problem is […]

The Spanish newspaper El País has appointed Soledad Gallego-Díaz as its first female editor in its 42-year history. This comes right after Spain’s government saw a record number of women chosen to serve in the new cabinet. First female editor in paper’s 42-year history 67-year-old Soledad Gallego-Díaz joined the paper shortly after its founding in […]

Aon Hewitt Consulting, along with the Confederation of Indian Industry has released the findings of their gender diversity report and the good news is four companies score ahead. After surveying around 100 companies, the report highlights four companies (Citibank, Praxair, Proctor and Gamble, and Metro Shoes) which have taken the most measures to improve gender diversity […]