The coding competition, which ran from April 16th to May 2nd, 2024, aimed at recruiting young technical leaders in the Network and Digital domains of Airtel. A total of 4,104 registered participants took part in three rounds that tested their domain expertise, problem-solving abilities, and agility. Participants showcased their coding prowess and innovative thinking through a series of challenges.

The grand finale, held on May 1st, 2024, at the Airtel head office in Gurugram, saw the top teams compete for the top prizes. Subsequently, finalists underwent interviews for potential positions at Airtel. The shortlisted candidates will join Airtel in July 2025.

The following winners were announced: Ananya Bansal, Sanya Mahajan, Vanshika Khurana, and Suhana Khandelwal as part of the team Network-X.

Sanjay Goyal, Business Head of TechGig, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “Our partnership with Airtel represents a significant step towards empowering talented coders. Through this campaign, we aim to bridge the gender gap in the tech community and create a brighter future for Indian female talent.”

Amrita Padda, Chief People Officer at Airtel, highlighted the company’s commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the tech sector, saying, “We are immensely proud of the overwhelming response and enthusiasm we received for ‘SheCodes’. This initiative not only underlines our commitment to fostering inclusivity and diversity but also serves as a platform to identify and nurture the next generation of female tech leaders.”

In total, 20 students secured placements at Airtel as a result of the campaign.

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Celebrate International Women’s Day with an electrifying showcase by the all-female band “Wallflowers” as they pay homage to the iconic Taylor Swift. Experience soulful renditions of Swift’s greatest hits, accompanied by delectable offerings from The Irish House, You Mee, and Si Nonnas.

Let’s unite for a night of music, empowerment, and solidarity as we celebrate the accomplishments and unwavering strength of women worldwide.

Where – Phoenix Mall of the Millennium

Date – 8th March, 2024

Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Ticket Price – General Rs. 299, Students Rs.199

Tickets are available online on Zomato or at the venue on the event day.

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INDIA: In a pioneering effort to understand the way urban Indian women plan, prioritize and manage their money, DBS Bank India, in partnership with CRISIL, has undertaken a comprehensive study entitled ‘Women and Finance’. The first of three reports was launched today, based on the survey that was designed to reveal the financial preferences of women, both salaried and self-employed, across various life stages. Over 800 women were surveyed across 10 cities in India on a wide range of behaviors, including their involvement in financial decision-making, goal setting, saving and investing patterns, and adoption of digital tools as well as their preferences for different banking products.

In the context of the stagnating rate of female participation in the workforce and a persistent gender pay gap, the insights from this study are pertinent for businesses, regulators, and financial institutions as well as a revelation when it comes to understanding the variations of Indian women’s relationship with their finances. The survey findings pointed to factors like age, income, marital status, presence of dependants, and home location as major influencers of the financial behavior of women.

Decision-making dynamics and evolution of goals

Whether it’s charting out their children’s educational paths or balancing multiple, competing financial goals, women are not bystanders, but are at the helm, shaping the future of their families. An encouraging 98% of salaried and self-employed Indian women actively participate in long-term family decision-making. The findings revealed that about 47% of them make independent financial decisions, a reflection of women’s growing financial autonomy. Age and affluence play a pivotal role in shaping these decisions. Women over 45 years old, with their wealth of experience, emerge as the leaders, with 65% making independent financial choices compared to 41% of those aged 25-35 years.

The report provides a fascinating glimpse into the growing empowerment of earning, metropolitan women. Across India, a woman’s primary long-term financial priority evolves with age. Buying/upgrading a home is priority number one for those between 25-35 years, while it evolves to children’s education for those in the 35-45 year category and to medical care for those above 45 years of age. Expectedly, retirement planning is seen entering the consideration set for the first time in the 35-45-year age cohort.

Prashant Joshi, Managing Director and Head of the Consumer Banking Group, at DBS Bank India, said “The insights from the survey highlight the importance of financial stability in the aspirations of independent female earners across India. Ownership of financial decision-making, diverse investment and borrowing choices, and growing adoption of digital channels are all evidence that the modern Indian woman is not just a participant, but a planner of her journey. More than 35% of our own DBS Treasures customer base are female and we have seen many inspiring examples of how women can take charge of their finances. The DBS Women and Finance study is a step forward in the much-needed movement to a more equitable financial playing field and it underlines our commitment to enabling all customers to ‘Live more, Bank less’.” 

Saving, borrowing, and investment behavior

Women earners in the metros tend to be risk-averse with 51% of their investments parked in fixed deposits (FD) and savings accounts, followed by 16% in gold, 15% in mutual funds, 10% in real estate, and just 7% in stocks. This tracks behaviors from DBS Bank India’s customer insights where 10% of female customers have an active fixed deposit, while just 5% of male customers have opened an FD.

The presence of dependents understandably plays a major role in women’s investment behavior. Specifically, 43% of married women with dependents conservatively allocate 10-29% of their income to investing, while in contrast, a quarter of married women without dependents choose to invest over half of their income. Regional variations lend greater depth to the insights. For example, Hyderabad and Mumbai lead the way in credit card usage, with 96% of women in Mumbai relying on credit cards, while only 63% of women in Kolkata use them. More significantly, the report revealed that half of the salaried women stated that they had never taken a loan. Among those who have borrowed, the majority opted for a home loan, which reflects the deep cultural importance associated with homeownership in India.

The study also deep-dived into women’s usage of different banking and payment channels. 33% of those in the 25-35 age bracket prefer to use UPI for online shopping, while only 22% above 45 years use UPI. This finding aligns with the customer profile of Digibank by DBS, the mobile-first, digital bank where more than 78% of the female user base is below 40 years of age. The report showed that UPI stands out as the preferred choice for urban women for a variety of payment needs: money transfers (38%), utility bills (34%), and e-commerce purchases (29%), signaling decreasing dependency on cash. Although regional nuances were stark in some cases with only 2% of women in Delhi opting for cash payments, while 43% of women from Kolkata favoured this option.

DBS has been a part of India’s journey since 1994, and it is the largest foreign bank in the country by branch presence with a physical footprint of 530 branches in 350 locations. With the study Women and Finance and its three-part report, DBS Bank India aims to gain a deeper appreciation of the evolving needs and aspirations of women in India to better support holistic financial management and growth.

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The event, titled “Unlocking Hormones, Reproductive and Sexual Health,” was headlined by an intense and insightful panel discussion. The panel witnessed three women founders leading the stage, who are making waves in the Female Sexual and Reproductive Wellness space. Rashmi Putcha- Founder, Innari, Karishma Chavan – Co-founder, of Sassiest, Divya B Kamerkar -Co-founder, of Pinky Promise shared their journeys, mission, and vision through their brands in the Women’s Wellness space, along with the role of FemTech in their customer service approach.

The interactive discussion was graced by women founders, industry experts, professionals, and women’s health enthusiasts. The event was hosted at Jolie’s, an exclusive members’ club, an aegis of the Aditya Birla Group Experience Centre. The event had a power-packed agenda and facilitated participants to have an insightful discussion on the evolving FemTech landscape. A networking session, to connect with FemTech founders and enthusiasts, enabled the participants and the audience to discover how FemTech was reshaping the women’s health space.

Navneet Kaur, Founder & CEO, of FemTech India, remarked that “FemTech India was thrilled at the prospect of hosting its first-ever event in Mumbai. Convening this event dedicated to celebrating the intersection of women’s health, technology, and innovation, brings an incredible sense of positivity and power.“

This event comes on the heels of a string of events that FemTech India has been creating throughout the year. Earlier in September, FemTech India launched a first-of-its-kind coffee Table Book on FemTech which aimed to bring the spotlight into the FemTech ecosystem and landscape through market insights, expert perspectives, founder interviews, and industry projections. In a highly laudable effort, FemTech India, earlier this year, also pledged to commit 20% of profits to gender health equity through education and research, working to close the gender health gap.

Acknowledging the upcoming and inevitable healthcare segment of Female Technology and FemTech India’s contribution to the same, Navneet stated, “We have over 680 million women in India, and FemTech India’s end goal is to contribute towards the education, empowerment of all these women to enable them to make better choices in terms of their decisions on health and wellness. With a focus on empowerment and positive change, FemTech India encourages individuals and FemTech companies to join the journey of driving innovation and making a real difference in the Indian industry and beyond, and to drive more funding into the ecosystem. We are happy that through events like these, we can foster the spirit of collaboration, networking, and innovation, focused on building a robust community for women’s health, and get an opportunity to support the ecosystem.“

On plans to expand the FemTech Ecosystem across the nation, Navneet shared, “Our community building endeavor and our focus does not lie in just Tier I cities. We have a line-up of initiatives on our agenda, and we are looking forward to covering geographies across the length and breadth of the country, including Tier II and Tier III cities soon.“

FemTech India’s all-women roundtable discussion on reproductive and sexual health in Mumbai witnessed women founders, industry experts, professionals, and women’s health enthusiasts discussing the evolving FemTech landscape and reshaping the women’s health space. The event was a power-packed agenda and facilitated participants to have an insightful discussion on the same. FemTech India’s contribution to the healthcare segment of Female Technology is commendable, and their efforts to close the gender health gap are highly laudable.

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The initiative is aimed at promoting menstrual hygiene among female students, reflecting the organization’s commitment to education and women’s health. With a strong belief in giving back to the communities they serve, Courtyard by Marriott Pune, Chakan, and Marriott have taken this crucial step to make a positive impact on the lives of young girls. The initiative highlights the significance of menstrual hygiene, breaking taboos, and fostering a more open and supportive environment for discussions around women’s health.

“We extend our gratitude to Courtyard by Marriott, Pune Chakan for their remarkable efforts in making these machines a reality. Their dedication to improving women’s health and hygiene is truly commendable. A heartfelt thank you to the technicians, engineers, and researchers involved in the development of these machines. Their hard work has resulted in products that will positively impact the lives of many“, said Shevkari G. A., a teacher in the school.

This initiative is in line with Marriott’s ‘Serve 360’ initiative, which progressively reflects the hotel group’s dedication to sustainable and responsible business practices. With a focus on creating opportunities, supporting communities, and preserving the environment, “Serve 360” by Marriott aims to make a positive impact on the lives of people across different destinations.

The hotel has spearheaded the installation of a modern and user-friendly sanitary pad dispensing machine within the school and college premises. Alongside this, an interactive workshop on menstrual hygiene management was organized aimed at empowering young girls with essential knowledge for their well-being.

The workshop, led by experts, aimed to break taboos and educate the students on proper menstrual hygiene practices. Such endeavors highlight the resolute and conscious commitment of the Hotel and the Group towards social responsibility says Purnima Kumari- HR Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan.

Courtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan has also pledged to regularly maintain and restock the sanitary pad dispensing machine. This sustained effort will ensure that the students continue to benefit from this facility for years to come.

Overall, this initiative by Courtyard by Marriott Pune, Chakan, and Marriott’s “Serve 360” program is a commendable effort towards promoting menstrual hygiene and empowering young girls with essential knowledge for their well-being. It reflects the organization’s commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices and highlights the significance of breaking taboos and fostering a more open and supportive environment for discussions around women’s health.

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Dr. Tandulwadkar’s election as FOGSI President marks a significant milestone for the medical community in Pune and the nation. She is now part of an exclusive group of luminaries in India who have achieved the remarkable distinction of presiding over prestigious medical associations, including the Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists and the Institute of Science & Advanced Research.

Dr. Tandulwadkar’s exceptional ability to navigate intricate domains of gynecology, endoscopy, obstetrics, and assisted reproductive techniques sets her apart as a beacon of hope and promise for the future of Indian medicine. Her vision and commitment to women’s health make her an inspiration to all, highlighting the limitless potential of dedication, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

Reflecting on this momentous achievement, Mr. Behram Khodaiji, CEO of Ruby Hall Clinic, said, “Dr. Sunita Tandulwadkar embodies the spirit of dedication, innovation, and leadership. Her election as the President of FOGSI not only brings pride to Pune but also heralds a new era for women’s health in India. With her at the helm, FOGSI is poised to usher in groundbreaking advancements in the realm of obstetrics and gynecology.“

Dr. Purvez Grant, Chairman, and Managing Trustee of Ruby Hall Clinic, also congratulated Dr. Tandulwadkar, saying, “Her relentless commitment to the medical field and women’s health makes us immensely proud. This achievement not only inspires us at Ruby Hall Clinic but also the entire medical fraternity.“

Dr. Tandulwadkar’s historic achievement as the first female President of FOGSI from Pune marks a watershed moment in the field of women’s health. With her exemplary leadership and unparalleled expertise, she promises to steer FOGSI toward a future of significant advancements and enhanced care for women across India.

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