Queer Rights
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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
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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
Trending
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Why the exodus from Bhutan of young people and qualified workers is a worry for India
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Why did a Union minister say he would apply for Indian citizenship under CAA?
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Seven firms that failed drug quality tests gave money to political parties through electoral bonds
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Electoral bonds: What we know so far, what we will know soon – and what we may never know
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Why the Opposition is alleging that a WhatsApp forward from Modi is a poll code violation
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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
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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
Video
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‘Time to forget about it’: Miriam Margolyes, who acted in ‘Harry Potter’ films, tells adult fans
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Watch: Protestors lie on the ground together along the seashore in Spain to represent Gaza victims
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Watch: From Sonu Nigam to Shilpa Rao, prominent singers sing ‘Yaaron Dosti’ in a tribute to KK
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Watch: Pilot makes a special announcement with baby daughter to celebrate her first flight with him
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Watch: Musicians Shantanu Moitra and Papon collaborate for this year’s Earth Hour India anthem
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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
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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
The Reel
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‘Adrishyam’ trailer: Eijaz Khan and Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya play undercover agents
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Prithviraj Sukumaran on what makes ‘The Goat Life’ special: ‘A deeply meditative character study’
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Start the week with a film: A riveting game of mind control in ‘The Manchurian Candidate’
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‘Crew’ trailer: Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Kriti Sanon play stewardesses involved in smuggling
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‘I wanted to land this film correctly’: Why actor Kunal Kemmu chose to direct ‘Madgaon Express’
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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
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The bigotry of a few cannot deny a history of same-sex unions, nor violate the principles of justice
If an individual is recognised as an equal in law, how can the state deny them the right to marry or form a legal partnership, irrespective of society norms?
Chapal Mehra
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Why the RSS chief’s remarks on the acceptance of the queer community are insincere
Mohan Bhagwat’s comments do not gloss over the ill-informed statements made over the years by the Sangh and the BJP, nor do they erase years of discrimination.
R Raj Rao
The Field
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Archery: Deepika Kumari tops national selection trials for World Cup Stage 1 and 2
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Commonwealth Games: Malaysia to consider hosting a downsized edition in 2026; Singapore also in fray
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WPL 2024: From captain Meg Lanning to rising star Shreyanka Patil – The Field’s team of the season
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Wrestling: IOA dissolves ad-hoc committee; elected body to take charge of national federation
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Hockey: Harmanpreet Singh to lead 27-member Indian squad for Australia tour