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Queer children face widespread bullying and discrimination in schools, at home: Survey finds

December 15, 2025 8:00 pm

Many youngsters are forced to drop out of school, losing out on education, future employment, and income security, the survey, of more than 900 LGBTQ+ individuals, found.

Stephen King most banned author in U S schools: PEN report

October 14, 2025 4:06 pm

Classics like "The Shining" and "Carrie" are targeted by a surge in censorship efforts driven by organised groups.

How two queer women created India’s first metaverse platform for LGBTQ+ individuals

April 21, 2025 8:57 am

From bringing people from the LGBTQ+ community together to creating a safe place for them, Deepali Lakhanpal and Ayushi Verma say they also want to create a new status quo.

On LGBTQIA+ rights, why India lags behind its Asian neighbours like Thailand

February 02, 2025 3:03 pm

Thailand is now the largest Asian country to have legalised same-sex marriage. But in India, the Supreme Court has left it to Parliament.

Intersex Awareness Week: Who they are, why they face challenges within LGBTQ movement

November 05, 2024 12:55 pm

Who are intersex people and why is October 26 celebrated as Intersex Awareness Day? What has the journey for recognition looked like for Indian intersex people? We explain.

Beyond Pride: Building inclusive workplaces with LGBTQIA+ allyship

July 04, 2024 1:30 pm

Despite the decriminalisation of homosexuality in India, many LGBTQIA+ employees hide their true selves at work. Allyship can change that. Know how to be a better ally at work.

Five years after Section 377, things are better for LGBTQIA+ people – but they aren't easy

September 07, 2023 7:35 pm

More often than not, you have to ‘un-gay’ yourself in certain situations, places, amongst certain kinds of people

Before Arpit became Arpita in Starbucks ad, Saurav became trans model Siya

May 25, 2023 1:29 pm

The 25-year-old, who features in an advertisement that is a warm account of parental acceptance of a transwoman, says she has received both praise and trolling over the ad

Same-sex marriage: SC hints it may refer challenge to notice provision under Spl Marriage Act to 2-judge bench

April 27, 2023 7:32 pm

During the hearing on Wednesday, the Centre had urged the top court to consider leaving questions raised in the pleas seeking legal sanction for same sex marriages to Parliament.

Why LGBTQIA+ couples should be allowed to adopt

April 20, 2023 9:28 am

Both Parliament and Supreme Court should consider the best interests of children, as well as the fundamental right to equality and non-discrimination of children and couples identifying as LGBTQI while examining the matter

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