Section 377
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As Section 377 is struck down, a look back at an Indian photographer’s images of a queer movement
Sunil Gupta’s photos provide an intimate glimpse into what was arguably one of the biggest political revolutions of the 20th century.
Amina Khan
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Section 377 hearing: Homosexuality not an aberration but a variation, says Supreme Court
Further arguments in the matter will continue on Tuesday.
Scroll Staff
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‘Constitutional morality has to overtake societal perception’: Petitioners argue against Section 377
Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi told the Supreme Court that values change as society evolves.
Scroll Staff
Trending
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‘Physical building of WhatsApp University’: Satire on viral video of Galgotias University students
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This artificial sweetener can destroy gut bacteria and intestine cells
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Sugar in Nestlé baby food sold in African countries shows how corporations influence public policy
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Why is Modi firefighting allegations that he will end reservations?
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Why are so many young Indians trading in cryptocurrency, especially in tier-two cities?
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Supreme Court issues notice to Centre on fresh pleas to decriminalise gay sex
The petitioners have questioned whether Section 377 violates the fundamental right to privacy or equality of an individual under the Constitution of India.
Scroll Staff
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Six new petitions in Supreme Court seek quashing of law that criminalises homosexuality
The new pleas are likely to be tagged along with a batch of petitions that are now before a Constitution bench.
Scroll Staff
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Supreme Court gives Centre a week to respond to hotelier’s plea to decriminalise gay sex
The court said that Keshav Suri’s plea would be heard along with other pleas by a Constitution bench.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Video: What will it take to bring back peace to Manipur?
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‘Physical building of WhatsApp University’: Satire on viral video of Galgotias University students
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Watch: Meet Sparkles, the new avatar of Boston Dynamics’ robot dog with a special costume
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Watch: Diljit Dosanjh invites young fan on stage, dances with him during his sold-out Vancouver show
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Watch: School authorities turn classroom into swimming pool to encourage attendance during heatwave
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Supreme Court to reconsider validity of Section 377 that criminalises ‘unnatural sex’
No individual who exercises his or her choice should remain in a state of fear, the court said, adding that a larger bench will now hear the matter.
Scroll Staff
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Woman alleges she was fired by her company after TV channels claimed she had a lesbian wedding
She has alleged that Gozefo.com made the decision after her photo was broadcast on television with reports on her supposed nuptial.
Scroll Staff
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Karan Johar is right to be cautious about his sexuality – India's gay sex law isn’t just about sex
Section 377 may be a law about sexual acts, but it camouflages a more sinister agenda.
Alok Gupta
The Reel
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‘Presumed Innocent’ trailer: Jake Gyllenhaal plays a lawyer accused of murdering his lover
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‘Lampan’ trailer: Marathi series is based on Prakash Narayan Sant’s stories
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Watch: ‘Murder in Mahim’ series is based on Jerry Pinto’s crime novel
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‘Women Of My Billion’ review: What happens when women get talking
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‘The Broken News’ S2 review: A competent second round of TV channel rivalry
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Gay rights: Why even India’s courts will find it hard to take away what has already been granted
No matter what comes next, the LGBT community has already proved that in a true democracy, freedom to speak, to exist, is not a gift to bestow and withdraw at will.
Michael Snyder
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Why we shouldn’t pin too much hope on the Supreme Court de-criminalising homosexuality this week
Unless there's a dramatic change to established jurisprudence, the Court is unlikely to interfere with its earlier judgement on IPC Section 377.
Alok Prasanna Kumar
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Why Monica Dogra's art project to fight LGBT bias is irking the people she aims to help
The Rs 50 lakh that the musician and 'Dhobi Ghat' actress is soliciting in donations could be put to more direct use, activists say.
Phalguni Desai
The Field
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Watch, ICC Men's T20 World Cup: Sean Paul and Kes combine to create tournament's official anthem
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Boxing, Asian U22 & Youth C’ships: Four Indians move to semi-finals with comprehensive wins
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ICC T20 World Cup 2024: As India chase an elusive title, here’s an analysis of the chosen 15
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IPL 2024: Hyderabad deliver death-bowling masterclass to defeat Rajasthan in last-ball thriller
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ICC T20 World Cup 2024: Rohit Sharma, Ajit Agarkar on team selection, KL Rahul’s omission and more