Syria's New Parliament Includes Diverse Women MPs
Syria's newly appointed women Members of Parliament include an actor, an engineer, and an extremist's widow, with 15 appointed by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, reflecting a push for inclusivity.
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Pacific Women MPs Gather for Wānanga on Political Representation
Parliament is hosting a wānanga (meeting/workshop) for 29 women Members of Parliament from across the Pacific region. The gathering aims to address the underrepresentation of women in legislatures across the region.
Labour Women MPs Urge Gender Equality in Government
Female Labour MPs have urged Andy Burnham to ensure that the Labour party leads by example on equality, advocating for half of government positions to be female should he become prime minister.
Bangladesh PM Urges Women MPs to Boost Public Engagement
The Prime Minister of Bangladesh has called upon reserved-seat women Members of Parliament to enhance their engagement with the public.
49 women MPs take oath in Bangladesh Reserved Seats Ceremony
Forty-nine women Members of Parliament (MPs) have taken their oath during the Women Reserved Seats MPs Oath Ceremony 2026 in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh EC gazettes 49 women elected unopposed in reserved seats
The Election Commission of Bangladesh has gazetted the election of 49 women MPs who were elected unopposed to reserved seats.
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India's Women's Reservation Bill Debated in Parliament
The Indian Parliament is actively debating the Women's Reservation Bill, which proposes a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies. Prime Minister Modi has strongly advocated for its passage, addressing concerns about delimitation and OBC representation raised by opposition parties.
Congress rebuts PM, says women MPs were ‘protesting for a cause’
Former Indian Youth Congress chief says protests at international events take place the world over, but no head of state ‘cries like this’
Syria Welcomes Diverse Group of New Women MPs
Syria's new parliament includes a diverse group of women MPs, among them an actress, an engineer, and a jihadist's widow.
Japan Parliament Adds Two Toilets for Women MPs After Petition
The Japanese Parliament has added two more toilets for its 68 women Members of Parliament, bringing the total to four. This expansion follows a petition highlighting the inadequate facilities for female lawmakers.
Pakistan PM Vows Economic Relief, Meets Women MPs
Pakistan's Prime Minister has pledged to pass on economic relief to the people and held a meeting with women members of the PML-N party in parliament.
Fakhrul Emphasizes Meaningful Role for Women MPs in Parliament
Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stated that women Members of Parliament are expected to play a significant and meaningful role in the legislative body.
49 Women MPs from Reserved Seats to Take Oath in Bangladesh
Forty-nine women Members of Parliament from reserved seats are scheduled to take their oath on Sunday night in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh EC to Gazette 49 Women MPs
Bangladesh's Election Commission is set to gazette 49 women Members of Parliament on Thursday, formalizing their appointments.
Amir Hamza Faces Defamation Cases and Outrage Over Comments
Amir Hamza has sparked outrage for body-shaming comments directed at women MPs and is now facing a second defamation case for remarks made about Energy Minister Tuku.
Pacific Women MPs Meet in Wellington to Boost Parliamentary Representation
A group of female Members of Parliament from across the Pacific gathered in Wellington for a three-day program focused on fostering connections, professional development, and strategies to increase the number of women in politics.
Japanese Parliament Adds Two Toilets for Women MPs
The Japanese parliament has installed two additional toilets for women Members of Parliament, addressing a long-standing issue of inadequate facilities.
Uproar in Parliament Over Salahuddin and Manirul's Remarks
Bangladesh's parliament experienced an uproar following remarks made by Salahuddin regarding an expelled Shibir leader and Manirul's comments on the attire of women MPs. The controversial statements sparked significant debate among lawmakers.
49 Women MPs Sworn In for Reserved Seats in Bangladesh Parliament
Forty-nine women Members of Parliament for reserved seats have been sworn into office in Bangladesh, though the NCP's nominee is yet to be confirmed.
Women MPs from Reserved Seats to Take Oath in Bangladesh
Women Members of Parliament elected to reserved seats in Bangladesh are scheduled to take their oath of office on Sunday.
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India's Women's Quota Bill Fails to Pass Parliament
A proposed Constitution Amendment Bill aimed at introducing quotas for women in India's parliament failed to secure the necessary two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha. The bill's defeat sparked strong reactions from both the ruling party and the opposition.
'We feel uncomfortable': Kangana Ranaut calls Rahul Gandhi 'tapori'
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut labeled Rahul Gandhi a "tapori," claiming women MPs feel uncomfortable around him due to his "rude" demeanor. This follows an open letter from retired bureaucrats and lawyers criticizing Gandhi's protest behavior as a "disregard for parliamentary authority" and "arrogance."