2nd Anniversary Special
A Recap
2nd Anniversary Edition
It will be 2 years of ‘We The Women’ being published on 20 July, 2018. So on this last edition of another year, we are celebrating the second anniversary of ‘We The Women’ which has evolved from being just a page or a section to become a community. And as we all know that ‘We The Women’ is all about we, the women, it will only be apt if we celebrate this by celebrating all the women who have inspired us with their journeys, their vigor to take on challenges and spirit to fight through every struggle, their accomplishments and their strong individualities. ‘We The Women’ brings to you the recap of last year and introduce to you some amazing women, we were privileged to feature with us. We are honored to bring forward their stories to you all. Without further ado and any special order, here are those women.
DR. RADHIKA CHOPRA
Radhika is an extremely talented and versatile artiste, who is not only a holder of Doctorate degree in Indian Classical Music but a much sought-after composer and singer across India, Pakistan and as far as the United Kingdom, the Near East and East Africa where loyal audiences have been charmed and enthralled by her melodious and soul stirring renditions, and fabulous personality. Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=38655
BILQUIS MIR
Biliquis Mir is popularly known for being the first women from Jammu & Kashmir to coach a National Team in this particular sport, but formerly and more importantly she is first women participant from India who participated in MOL ICF Sprint Racing World Cup in Kayaking and Canoeing in Szeged, Hungary, 2009. She has a substantial list of firsts. Today, Biliquis has eleven years of experience as coach at both National and State level; she has been in-charge J&K State Sports Council (JKSSC) Water Sports Centre Nehru Park and Indian Kayaking and Canoeing team coach. Know more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=42111
ANSHITA KOUL
Anshita Koul is also popularly known as ‘Anshita Crazy Koul’, amongst her YouTube subscribers and other social media followers. “I'm a storyteller. I entertain, dance, make videos, write, pose, travel, eat, ‘lol’ and live”- that’s how she introduces herself. And as of today, in this ever-growing journey another blinging badge of ‘Stand-up Comedian’ has attached after her appearance and remarkable performance at ‘Queens of Comedy’ on TLC. Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=43653
INSHA MANZOOR
Insha is an artist; known to be the first north Indian to ever pursue Masters in Painting from prestigious Royal College of Arts. In fact she was offered double Master’s degree which is exceptional.In her kity, Insha has several awards and grants. She paints with purpose. Read in detail at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=45934
TANYA GUPTA
Tanya Gupta is a very talented and versatile singer who charmed the world with her voice at Asian Games 2010. Another gem of the State, who has brought laurels to this state, mesmerizing people world over with her melodious voice. Her list of accomplishments is sure to juggle your latent spirit and give you goals to work on. Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=38659
THE EVERESTERS
Stanzlin Laskit, Tashi Laskit, Tsering Angmo and Rigzen Dolker are young mountaineers who brought glory to our state, back in 2016. All of them were the part of the first-ever all girls expedition of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) that scaled the highest peak of the world, the Everest. It is unbelievable that at that point of time their ages were ranging from 18 to 22 only. These four girls made it through every test and hurdle and summit the highest mountain in the world. The expedition succeeded in two consecutive days as two batches comprising of five girls each, scaled the peak on May 21 at 11:00 am and May 22 at 07:40 am. All of them have been honoured with the State Award along with being appreciated by Former President of India Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti. Read more about this passionate lot at
RIGZEN DOLKER http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=45579
TSERING ANGMO http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=46416
TASHI LASTIK http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=46838
STANZIN LASKIT http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=47479
SANGEETA S BAHL
Sangeeta became the oldest Indian women to summit Mt Everest on 19 May, at age of 53, making the clichéd adage ‘age is just a number’ true. She bettered the record previously held by compatriot Prem Lata Aggarwal who had scaled Mt Everest at the age of 48 in 2011. She has been praised by many including PM Narendra Modi who lauded her in his monthly radio program ‘Mann Ki Baat’ and Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti who also tweeted about her. Get details about her http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=53614
AARUSHI THAKUR
Aarushi Thakur is a theater artist; a young actor and director from Jammu working with Natrang Jammu who has been making name and garnering fame for herself with her work. Know more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=48939
ARIFA JAN
Arifa is not merely an entrepreneur; she is that little spark that has aimed to rekindle the dying art of Namda (felt rugs). Arifa is an awe-inspiring woman from the valley, with huge aspirations. Read about her http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=53121
SHWETIMA JAMWAL
Better introduced as RJ Shwetima Jamwal aka ‘Jammu Di Kuddi' is the possessor of the voice that would make you want to befriend her instantly. She has the capability to serve positivity and enthusiasm just with her way of delivering speech. It hasn't even been a year of her being in this field yet and she has thrived substantially already not fearing to try and venture out in other fields like singing and composing. Know about her more at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=43970
RENUKAA RANA MODI
Renukaa is a well-known name in the baking world of Jammu for last twelve years with experience surpassing even Twenty. To survive in this demanding field of shifts and thrive as a business woman is sure to get anyone intrigued. Read to know more at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=54654
AARTI MAHAJAN DINGRA
Aarti Mahajan Dingra, is a fitness trainer and owner of ‘Shape and Smile-The fitness club. She is one of those with megawatt smile and aura exhibiting moving oomph, which I believe her establishment as a trainer and entrepreneur has a lot to do with and vice-versa. Despite being a mother of about two yeas old ‘Armaan’, Aarti not only manages SNS, but still takes a class. Detailed article about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=42780
NAFISA RACHEL WILLIAM
A graduate in English Literature from St. Stephens, Nafisa Rachel William is a journalist-turned-designer, with her eponymous label. Despite being a journalist, Nafisa ‘pursued her dream of creating clothes’; her inner calling made her switch to fashion world in 2010; a world where anyone can get lost in the whirls, Nafisa held her grounds and flourished from there. 19.5k followers on Instagram and 94k followers on her Facebook page (Label Nafisa Raschel William) is a little hint how much her label is adored and admired. Read about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=55162
DR. KAVITA SURI
Dr. Kavita Suri is a former journalist, academician, an author and one of the two members of State Commission for Women, Jammu and Kashmir who is in her mid-forties and peacefully single. She has been an academician for past 11 years now and is currently designated as Director and Head of Department at, Department of Lifelong Learning (Formerly, Centre for Adult and Continuing Education and Extension), University of Jammu. Know more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=56653
VARUNA ANAND
Textile designer and entrepreneur Varuna Anand founded ‘The Splendor of Kashmir’ along with her husband Late Parveen Anand in November 2011. Even after she lost her soul-mate only a year later, the determination to realise the dream the two had seen together has only made Varuna stronger in her resolve. Over six years later, the business has been scaling new heights with each passing day. Details about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=51435
NEETU BALI
Neetu is a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur. She is jewellery designer. Before getting into designing Jewellery, Neetu got into the business of warehousing and has been doing that for the past almost two decades. And trust us there's a lot more that she is indulged into. Know more at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=51965
IFRA KAK
Ifra is known to be the first academically trained female theatre director of state and even received JKFMAC award by then Culture Minister for this feat. Today she is also Cultural Officer at University of Jammu. Lear in detail about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=38657
MONIKA MANOHAR
Monika is a fitness trainer and an entrepreneur. She is a certified functional trainer, Booiaka instructor, Bokwa instructor and also a certificated Ashtanga yoga instructor. She also has a master’s degree in Kathak dance too. Know more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=40096
DT. GURMEET GUJRAL
Gurmeet is a certified Food & Nutritionist/Dietitian, executive member India Dietetic Association (J&K Chapter) and a proud fellow of the Nutritionist Entrepreneurship Program. In her thirties, Gurmeet decided to pursue Maters of Science in Dietetics and Food Service Management, when her children were grown up enough to take care of themselves. Gurmeet established her first clinic in SDDM hospital, Channi, Jammu in 2015. Read about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=43160
PARUL JASROTIA
Parul is a travel vlogger with her youtube channel and Facebook page ‘Travel Tales India’. She describes herself as 'Himalayan Wanderer'. She is also pursuing doctoral degree in Tourism. Read about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=40094
KUMUD GOEL
Kumud is not only a cosmetologist but also a business woman on rise. She is Director of Colour Spa Headmasters Pvt. Ltd. and was awarded “The Most Promising Makeup Artist 2017” by cine-star Amisha Patel at the Millennium Brilliance Awards 2017, last July. Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=41765
NUPUR SANDHU
Nupur Majumder Sandhu, a therapist and counselor, writer and what not. She is writer, director, producer and lyricist for the six-minute long educational animated movie 'Belli moi, Beautiful Me’ which featured in ‘Plein La Bobine’ 6th Festival Internation DE Cinema too. Read about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=52542
SMILEY TANUJA CHAHAR
Smiley Tanuja Chahar is a surfacing name because she is not only excelling in the field of dance and fitness but also making a name in Bollywood and Punjab industry. She has awed us with her flexibility and stunts as well as left us admiring her for her dancing and choreography skills. Know more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=41877
PREETY CHAUDHARY
Preety is the one with baton in her hands, to make normal, what should be normal. Like what? Like riding a bike, going for ride, trip solo and other like things. Know in detail about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=47831
JASPREET KAUR
Born with a genetic disorder, Jaspreet had stunted growth which also resulted in other complications along with incapability to walk or even sit. She lost both her parents and is living with her younger brother presently. Her accomplishment is her zeal and spirit with which she leads her live despite being bed-ridden all her life. Learn about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=44539
SUMEEN NARANG
Sumeen Narang calls herself a dreamer and an artist. She is an entrepreneur; a self-taught baker for whom cake is a canvas. She is known for her personalized cakes and other bakeries. “I strongly believe that it is not just about cakes but memories it creates, so it has to be special. I put my utmost efforts to bring out the best,” this is how Sumeen describes her profession. Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=34312
ASHIMA SHARMA
Ashima is a Folk Dancer, Theater Artist, Model and an Anchor. She has presented J&K's folk at national level in Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Mumbai with J&K Tourism, J&K Cultural Academy, South zone culture Department, North Zone Culture Department and many more stages of repute. She has participated in almost 400 Plays, Nukkad Nataks, for public awareness of ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ campaign. She is an advocate and active volunteer in Prime Minister Project “Swach Bharat Abhiyan” in J&K. And this is not all! Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=34936
AARATRIKA SINGH JAMWAL
Aaratrika is student of Delhi Private School, Dubai and former Head Girl for the Primary wing in her school, has won accolades in many competitions and events in the last few years. Her extra-ordinary zeal and potential to excel at various fronts has led to such achievement as winning the prestigious Sheikh Hamdan Award. But what amazes even further is the fact that this girl is a student of grade Seven. Surprised? Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=38654
MALIKA KAPOOR
This year's three finalists of FBB Femina Miss India, Jammu and Kashmir, Deepshikha Sharma, Malika Kapoor and Samreen Kaur are the beauties with brains. Malika Kapoor went on to become Miss Jammu and Kashmir 2018 and was one of the finalists. Read more about her at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=49749
Also read about Samreen Kaur at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=50181 and Deepshikha Sharma at http://www.thenewsnow.co.in/newsdet.aspx?q=49393
Wasn't that a power dose of motivation? You can get links to all these stories on our facebook page WeTheWOMEN.JnK
We The Women’ has been honored to bring forward journeys of these enigmatic and exemplary ladies, through which we aspire to inspire others; for uplifting women around us and shifting our approach towards womankind on a reformative and humanistic direction. For coming years, we strive to bring out about more such women and let the world know about their inspiring journey.
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