Tag: LGBTQ
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Positive impact of tech literacy on lives of sex workers, LGBTQ
Along with new concerns resulting from the digitalisation, sex workers and LGBTQ community has numerous advantages of the new technology, according to a study.
March 31, 2023 -
Uganda’s Parliament passes bill criminalising identifying as LGBTQ
Under the proposed Anti Homosexuality Bill 2023, friends, family and members of the community would have a duty to report individuals in same-sex relationships to the authorities
March 22, 2023 -
SC transfers petitions to itself seeking same-sex marriage to be legal
A bench headed by Justice DY Chandrachud transferred to itself several batches of petitions pending before Delhi, Kerala and Gujarat High Courts.
January 6, 2023 -
Dawson shares how he portrayed Patrick in ‘My Policeman’
My Policeman, a love drama based on the best-selling book by Bethan Roberts, is only a few days away from release and already everyone is talking about it. In two separate timelines, the movie examines the choices made by three young friends named Tom (Harry Styles), Marion (Emma Corrin), and Patrick (David Dawson).
November 1, 2022 -
Singapore to ban LGBTQ+ content despite decriminalisation of same-sex relationships
'Variety' further states that LGBTQ media content will continue to warrant higher age ratings, even after the repeal of 377A, as per the directive of the Ministry of Communications and Information (MCI) stated.
August 23, 2022 -
LGBTQ activists hit the streets in Kolkata against alleged inaction of transgender development board
The agitation was led by popular city-based LGBTQ activist Ranjita Sinha, who was herself in the first team of board members when it was formed in 2015 under the state Women & Child Development and Social Welfare Department.
August 8, 2022 -
How to Come Out in Your Job Search as LGBTQ+: Tips for professionals
While in the recent past, there has been increased awareness around inclusion of people from LGBTQ+ community in the workforce, LGBTQ professionals and employees, still get judged, face stigma and repercussions in terms of reduced chances of getting selected if they are open about their gender orientation and gender identity on the job.
August 5, 2022 -
Pride parade returns in London on 50th anniversary
After two years of cancellations because of the coronavirus pandemic, the parade came a half-century after London’s first march to celebrate Pride in 1972.
July 2, 2022 -
Long road of acceptance for LGBTQ+
Their slogan was: “Meye-Meye Prem Korechhe!! Besh Korechhe Besh Korechhe!! Chhele-Chhele Prem Korechhe!! Besh Korechhe Besh Korechhe!!”
June 21, 2022 -
LGBTQ+ matchmaking app breaking stereotypes
A key differentiator setting it apart is its manual verification of profiles, to ensure that all profiles on the app are genuine. Besides matchmaking, users can try new features like 'Group Chat' and 'WE, As You Are Community' to connect with other queer users.
January 20, 2022 -
LGBTQ youth of faith pray, bond at ‘Beloved Arise’ group
They are among hundreds of young people worldwide who have joined Beloved Arise during the coronavirus pandemic to worship, sing and bond virtually.
July 4, 2021 -
Pride Month gets hybrid celebrations in US cities
It is the perfect excuse for an end-of-summer escape with great weather and a charming welcome. Charleston Pride Festival is held over 7 days with a series of rainbow studded events culminating in a final weekend pride festival and parade.
June 14, 2021 -
51 people booked under sedition in Mumbai for allegedly supporting Sharjeel Imam
The development comes a day after a lower court in Delhi extended sedition-accused Sharjeel Imam's police remand by three days.
February 4, 2020 -
With alpona, LGBTQ group marks a year of Section 377 victory
The initiative was jointly taken by Adi Ballygunge Sarbojojin Durgostsab Samity, a Durga puja committee of north Kolkata and a 14-year-old organisation that works for the marginalised youth.
September 29, 2019 -
Delhi High Court dismisses plea seeking rules for LGBT marriage
The court said that if the government 'chooses to constitute' a LGBT Committee, they were permitted to do so.
July 8, 2019 -
1 in 3 LGBTQ Indians finding love through dating apps: Survey
The research showed that though the community is in pursuit of love
June 28, 2019 -
UK police bail five teens arrested over bus attack on lesbian couple
London's Metropolitan Police on Friday arrested four teens aged between 15 and 18 on suspicion of involvement in what a senior officer called the "disgusting attack".
June 9, 2019