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Billie Eilish Slams Variety For ‘Outing’ Her

Billie Eilish isn’t too happy with people talking incessantly about her sexuality ever since a cover interview of hers was published in Variety. She has sarcastically slammed the publication for bringing out her sexuality...

04 December 2023

Even in the most-connected realities and corners of the world, there is an erasure of trans identities

The Trauma Of Erasure: How Transgender Persons Are Punished For Existing

Acts of gendered people are harming and punishing the existence of sexual minorities

01 September 2023

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Isha Talwar To Saswata Chatterjee To Shefali Shah – 4 Actors Who Played Unforgettable Queer Characters

Emerging as the trailblazers of films and shows, these characters alter the narrative and tap into the deepest of our emotions. Here are a few such actors from Disney+ Hotstar shows who’ve portrayed queer characters to the...

01 July 2023

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‘Red, White & Royal Blue’: 5 LGBTQIA+ Romances That You Can Check Out Next

LGBTQIA+ films and series offer a diverse range of stories that explore the intricacies of love, identity, and connection. From historical dramas to modern tales, here are a few titles that remind us that love knows no...

07 November 2023

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Explainer: Iraq Bans The Use Of The Term 'Homosexuality' and 'Gender'

The Iraqi Communications and Media Commission has imposed a ban on the term "homosexuality" and mandated the use of the term "sexual deviance' instead.

09 August 2023

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Pride Month: Here Are 7 Must-Listen LGBTQIA+ Titles From Audible

Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community or an ally, the extraordinary narratives in these 7 audiobooks and podcasts are a must-listen for you as we honour and embrace the beautiful spectrum of identities and...

30 June 2023

Nawazuddin Siddiqui In A Still From ‘Haddi’

‘Haddi’ On Zee5 Movie Review: Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Transgender Performance Is Only For The Connoisseur’s Eye

Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Anurag Kashyap and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub starrer ‘Haddi’ released on Zee5 recently. Is the film worth your time? Or can you simply skip it? Read the full movie review to find out.

18 September 2023

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Pride Month: 7 Trailblazing LGBTQIA+ Characters From Audio And Web Shows

As Pride Month comes to an end, we've got a lineup of seven of the coolest characters from audio and web series just for you.

30 June 2023

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28 June 2023
Love In Full Spectrum: 5 Netflix India Titles That Share An Interesting Narrative On LGBTQIA+ This Pride Month

Love In Full Spectrum: 5 Netflix India Titles That Share An Interesting Narrative On LGBTQIA+ This Pride Month

Embrace the vibrant spectrum of love, acceptance, and authenticity this Pride Month as Netflix India proudly presents a captivating collection of LGBTQIA+...


07 June 2023
Chitra Vakil Sharma: Movies Like ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’, ‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan’ Are Portraying Same-Sex Relationships More Prominently And Sensitively

Chitra Vakil Sharma: Movies Like ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’, ‘Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan’ Are Portraying Same-Sex Relationships More Prominently And Sensitively

Chitra Vakil Sharma speaks up about the ongoing Pride Month and how things are changing for the better in today’s times. She also opens up about how she...


07 June 2023
Nivedita Basu On LGBTQIA+: Acceptance Has Increased But There Is Still A Lot Of Resistance; Many Highly Educated People Are Still Homophobic

Nivedita Basu On LGBTQIA+: Acceptance Has Increased But There Is Still A Lot Of Resistance; Many Highly Educated People Are Still Homophobic

Nivedita Basu says that while India, as a country has become more aware of the LGBTQIA+ community, we still have a long way to go.


06 June 2023
Pride Parade On The Streets Of California

Pride Parade On The Streets Of California

People can be seen participating in the colourful celebrations of pride month in a pride parade on the streets of West Hollywood in California.


02 June 2023
In Pictures: Anti-LGBTQIA+ Protests Outside Target As Pride Month Begins

In Pictures: Anti-LGBTQIA+ Protests Outside Target As Pride Month Begins

Target announced that it removed products and relocated Pride displays to the back of certain stores in the South. Activists in the LGBTQ+ community are...


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29 May 2023
Fiction Vs Representation: Transgender Community’s Take On Starbucks Ad Sheds Light On Inclusivity

Fiction Vs Representation: Transgender Community’s Take On Starbucks Ad Sheds Light On Inclusivity

A viral Starbucks advertisement shows the rekindling of a daughter - a transgender woman - with her parents as they accept her new identity. However, a lot of...


25 May 2023
Onir's 'Pine Cone' To Open South Asia's Largest Queer Film Festival

Onir's 'Pine Cone' To Open South Asia's Largest Queer Film Festival

'Pine Cone', directed by filmmaker Onir, will open the upcoming edition of Kashish Film Festival, which is the largest queer film festival in South Asia. The...


29 April 2023
Same-sex Hearings: How Far Will The Courts Go?

Same-sex Hearings: How Far Will The Courts Go?

A clutch of petitions seeking the validation of same-sex marriage is currently being heard in the Supreme Court


29 October 2022
Social Media Entrepreneur AJ Cartas Inspires Diversity And Inclusion Through His Meaningful Ventures

Social Media Entrepreneur AJ Cartas Inspires Diversity And Inclusion Through His Meaningful Ventures

AJ Cartas owns Divinfluence to help brands discover talented creators, who are underrepresented, like women, people of color, and the LGBTQ+ community. His...


23 September 2022
Queer Love: What Happens When There Is No Sex In A Relationship?

Queer Love: What Happens When There Is No Sex In A Relationship?

What is a relationship? Is it just about sex and physical intimacy? Or is it about emotional sharing? Or does caring for each other form the core of a...


23 September 2022
Third Gender And Beyond: Violence, Bureaucracy And The Trans Identity

Third Gender And Beyond: Violence, Bureaucracy And The Trans Identity

Since a 2014 judgment by the Supreme Court, transpeople have been legally recognised. But discrimination and abuse persist.


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23 September 2022
A Kashmiri Transwoman's Resolve To Fight Against Social Stigma

A Kashmiri Transwoman's Resolve To Fight Against Social Stigma

She chose acamedic pursuit to escape the crushing social stigma. Today, she helps others like her stand up on their feet


23 September 2022
Future Of The Family Unit: Can SC Observation Mark Beginning Of A New Era For LGBTQIA Community?

Future Of The Family Unit: Can SC Observation Mark Beginning Of A New Era For LGBTQIA Community?

Recent remarks by Indian courts, albeit mere observations, could open the doors for queer families to challenge the laws that prevent the achievement of equal...


23 September 2022
Instances In Ancient Indian Texts And Love Songs That Celebrate Queer Relationships

Instances In Ancient Indian Texts And Love Songs That Celebrate Queer Relationships

Ancient Indian texts stand testimony to the multiplicity of gender roles that were normalised in society


23 September 2022
With Rise Of Right-wing, LGBT Rights May Cease To Exist In Many Parts Of The World

With Rise Of Right-wing, LGBT Rights May Cease To Exist In Many Parts Of The World

Across the world, countries have begun to recognise and legally protect universal laws for the LGBT community. But there is a lurking fear that many of the ...


23 September 2022
Can We Reimagine Relationships With Empathy Vis-a-vis LGBTQIA+ Fraternity?

Can We Reimagine Relationships With Empathy Vis-a-vis LGBTQIA+ Fraternity?

In the light of a recent judgment, where the Supreme Court observed that family benefits must extend to same-sex couples and other atypical households, Outlook...


23 September 2022
'I Want To Break Free': Trials And Tribulations Of The Queer Community In India

'I Want To Break Free': Trials And Tribulations Of The Queer Community In India

Amid positive changes in the legal landscape for the LGBTQIA+ community, a lesbian woman wonders why she still needs to travel abroad to get her same-sex...


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