Gender and Sexuality

A regressive 2026 amendment to rights of Trans persons is under legal challenge even as pride month is celebrated

Unable to stay the statute, High Courts have charted a middle path—protecting petitioners already undergoing hormone therapy while the broader constitutional challenge awaits adjudication by the Supreme Court

When Will Society Hold Men Accountable for Patriarchy

The black bands women wrestlers wore signifies a darkness in our society.

1500-strong rally marches to Thane District Collectorate: Maharashtra

A huge protest rally of 15,000 women, marching to the Thane-Palghar district collectorate was organised by the All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) on Friday, May 36.

UP: SHO suspended after delay in investigation of minor Dalit girl’s rape

The father of the Dalit girl committed suicide after the police forced a compromise between the survivor and the accused

Missing Women in Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh

The article uses the film "Kerala Story" to show how propaganda affects public opinion. It stresses the importance of critical thinking and analysis. Additionally, the study of sex ratios in various Indian states reveals the issue of "missing women" and highlights the gender disparities and discrimination in society.

Decoding Discrimination Against Same-Sex Couples

Stigma and exclusion associated with identifying as LGBTQIA+ must be tackled legally and socially.

Delhi Police informs of formation of SIT in the case of sexual harassment allegations being levelled against Brij Bhushan Singh

As the reluctance of police to take action against Singh becomes evident, let’s takes a look at Singh’s profile, his criminal past and his current influence

Farmers announce nationwide agitation in support of #WomenChampionWrestlers

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) has announced a countrywide agitation and protest programmes in support of protesting wrestlers, the farmers organisations has demanded the arrest of BJP MP. Brij Bhushan Saran Singh

Committee gives May 21 deadline for arrest of Brij Bhushan; its our protest not “hijacked”by farmers: Vinesh Phogat

Many leaders from both the Khap panchayat and SKM attended the meeting today. We decided that members from every khap will come to the protest site every day: Rakesh Tikait

Protesting wrestlers manhandled by drunk Delhi police officer at night, supporters and journalists detained

Supreme Court closes proceedings even as Sr. Adv. Hooda mentions the hardships being faced by the protesters, asks them to approach jurisdictional courts

Equal marriage rights: A deep dive into the resistance, showcasing those resisting non-discrimination

The strident opposition by the union govt, BCI, and “retired judges” suggest prejudice, with the goal being preservation of the heteronormative hegemony in Indian society

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