Queer Rights
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Lok Sabha 2024: Parties court queer voters but promises ring hollow
The BJP and the Congress both stopped short of recognising marriage quality while paying ‘lip service’ to queer rights.
Annie Banerji, Thomson Reuters Foundation
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Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on plea seeking safeguards for intersex children
Intersex children were being made to undergo unregulated sex-reassignment surgeries, the petitioner told a bench headed by the chief justice.
Scroll Staff
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Crackdown on queer activism, push for ‘family values’ earns Putin far-right fans around the world
Traditional values have become a fixture in far-right movements across the globe, some of which see Russia as a model of the future they desire.
Sarah Riccardi-Swartz, The Conversation
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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To build queer-inclusive and diverse work spaces, companies must do more than wave the pride flag
There has been progress with more corporations implementing changed policies but tackling hostile, toxic work cultures will require structural transformation.
Samragni Dagupta & Chapal Mehra
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In photos: At 2023 Delhi Queer Pride March, a celebration of love without boundaries
The demand for same-sex marriages to be legalised in India took centre stage.
Shivansh Srivastava
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Indian Supreme Court’s hollow verdict on same-sex marriage reiterates inequality of queer people
We did not come to Court asking for committees and helplines. We came for our rights that have been denied to us.
Chapal Mehra
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Mauritius decriminalises same-sex relations but African attitudes remain conservative
In the Southern African Development Community region, nine of 16 members hold a progressive stance. But across the continent, a conservative outlook prevails
Frans Viljoen, The Conversation
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‘The Patriarchs’ exemplifies a missed opportunity in reconciling women’s rights with queer rights
Focusing only on the oppression of women is not enough to get to the roots of patriarchy.
Rush Mukherjee
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To be queer is to be especially lonely: How do marginalised individuals find identity, connection?
Many fear the reactions of others around them and hide their true identity and self-isolate. This leads to difficulty in forming relationships and friendships.
Samragni Dagupta
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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Pride Month: Addressing mental health concerns, substance use among the queer community is crucial
Let us embark on a journey to reduce the toxic mixture of poor mental health, substance use, and the constant othering we experience.
Chapal Mehra
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Black, white and dead: The court battle for marriage equality resonates beyond those alive
Some of us see dead people in attendance to these proceedings. They represent oppression and indignity in different times, spaces and settings of society.
Chapal Mehra
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In Kenya, a court ruling on gay rights sparks anger against the LGBTQI community
The decision has triggered fears of violence in a country that bans same-sex sexual acts.
Lise Woensdregt, The Conversation & Naomi van Stapele, The Conversation
The Field
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Cricket: Former Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof retires from international cricket
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis