International Women’s day is being celebrated across the world today to mark the achievement of women in different spheres of life. 2011 marks 100 years of the declaration & observation of International Women’s day. A week long campaign on women’s health and empowerment is being launched in the national capital Delhi to mark the occassion. An all-women crew will operate a 15-hour non-stop flight from New Delhi to Toronto. President Pratibha Devisingh Patil has said that International Women’s Day is being celebrated to recognize their commitment, dedication and achievements. Addressing a seminar National Commission of Women Chairperson Girija Vyas has said there are serious issues which need to be braved by them in the country.

Our Correspondent reports that women feel more empowered these days and are making their presence felt in every field. In Jammu and Kashmir government has announced a scheme “Anmol Beti” to promote female literacy.

AIR Jaipur correspondent reports that various programmes have been organised in Rajasthjan to celebrate the day.