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District judge Sonal Patil to participate in Pune’s 13th LGBTIQA Pride Walk
June 03, 2025 2:20 pm
This year, the march is being jointly organised by the District Legal Services Authority and Yutak Charitable Trust.
Russia adds 'LGBT movement' to list of extremist and terrorist organisations
March 24, 2024 9:18 pm
The new listing refers to the "international LGBT social movement and its structural units", state news agency RIA said.
Why India should recognise same-sex marriages: Testimonies by queer, trans persons
April 04, 2023 8:50 pm
At a press conference by PUCL, activists presented their findings in the context of Marriage Equality Petitions in the Supreme Court.
Biden called gay marriage 'inevitable' and soon it'll be law
December 10, 2022 10:29 pm
Biden has taken steps to safeguard rights for transgender people, such as reinstating anti-discrimination provisions eliminated by Donald Trump.
Japan court upholds ban on same-sex marriage but voices rights concern
November 30, 2022 3:27 pm
Japan is the only G7 nation that does not allow same-sex marriage, and its constitution defines marriage as based on the mutual consent of both sexes.
'Denied rented house', Karnataka transgender person says she has sought mercy killing
August 17, 2022 8:54 pm
Rehana says she has petitioned Kodagu deputy commissioner Sateesha B C to 'fix a date for her mercy killing' as she is not able to endure the mental suffering, torture, humiliation, and the violation of her human rights.
Explained: Why Pride Month matters, and the role of the Stonewall Inn riots
June 17, 2022 3:39 pm
The month of June is now commemorated as Pride Month, with inclusive parades, marches, festivals, and workshops to spread awareness about, celebrate, and acknowledge queer history, and to create an accepting space.
Thousands march in Ukraine for LGBT rights, safety
September 19, 2021 7:41 pm
Participants announced eight demands for Ukrainian authorities, including the legalization of civil partnerships for LGBT people and the creation of laws against LGBT hate crimes.
Lithuanian artist uses homophobic messages to raise money for LGBT causes
May 01, 2021 11:47 am
"My goal was to monetise the hate speech," said Malisauskas. "Now everyone who wrote the hateful messages to LGBT people has contributed money towards LGBT causes."
Bolivia recognizes first same-sex marriage
December 20, 2020 3:35 pm
On Friday, Aruquipa and Montano become the first homosexual couple in Bolivia to earn the marriage equality they've been fighting for for years.
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