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At an age when people start making their retirement plans, Gurugram’s 58-year-old model is just beginning to make a mark in the fashion industry. She has faced cyber bullying, but she continues to be an inspiration for everyone through the relentless support of her family.

International Women’s Day falls on March 8. Make the day special for the women in your life by planning a trip or gifting them something special and meaningful.

Nidhi Yadav was employed at the renowned company Deloitte. She quit her job to follow her passion of venturing into the fashion industry. After completing a course at an international fashion academy, she returned to India and launched her own brand.

Every year on March 8, people observe this day to honor and recognize the contributions made by women. Here is all the information you need to know about International Women's Day, including its date and purposes.

Navalben’s illiteracy is not a disappointment for her. Even her age never restricted her from becoming a businesswoman. She made something happen that most educated people get intimidated by. She started her business by selling milk to local villages and now she earns crores in a year. 

The list features fruits that are rich in calcium, fibre and vitamins. Include figs, kiwis, oranges, and dates in your daily diet for healthy well-being.

Raji Ashok is a 51-year-old woman who drives an auto rickshaw on the busy streets of Chennai. She provides free rides for small children, elderly women, and those in need who may not have the means to pay.

For ensuring that you have a good financial stability in the future, you must consider investing today. This Women’s Day, take the opportunity to empower yourself by setting long-term goals and taking steps to achieve them.

Shraddha established a biogas plant on her farm, implemented a zero-waste management approach, and effectively managed the expenses by buying fodder at lower prices. Her farm also received recognition from Maharashtra government for its organic fertilizer production.

Ahana Gautam was working at the renowned P&G company. Dissatisfied with her job, she returned to India to launch her own business. Today, her snack brand is valued at over Rs 100 crore.

Stand-Up India is a government scheme that offers financial support to people from SC/ST community and women entrepreneurs who are above the age of 18. The purpose of this initiative is to facilitate bank loans to at least one SC/ST borrower and at least one woman borrower per branch to set up Greenfield projects.

Shantabai was married off at the age of 12. In 1984, when Shantabai's elder daughter was 8 years old, her husband succumbed to a heart attack. Shantabai resorted to working in others' fields, earning a mere Rs 50 for 8 hours of labour. To sustain a living, she took up her husband’s occupation, and became the country's first female barber.

When her husband suffered a paralysis attack, Poonam found herself assuming the role of the breadwinner of the family. She is a skilled mechanic from Lucknow, her work is appreciated by some people, while the others struggle to believe that a woman can efficiently repair bike and car parts.

Preeti Hinge is a resident of Wathoda village of Nagpur. She runs a carpentry workshop in the village with the name Jai Shri Ganesh Furniture Mart. She is breaking stereotypes with her dedication to carpentry.

Arpita Roy lost both her legs in a car accident. With the financial support of her brother, she underwent surgery abroad after a 12-day struggle to gather funds. Today, Arpita stands as a renowned yoga teacher and encourages other people to conquer over all the obstacles in life.