A petition has challenged the new transgender amendment, arguing it weakens self-identification and introduces medical certification. Criticism, resignations, and legal objections have now pushed the law into a constitutional test.
Calling it a “black day” for the transgender community, the Opposition criticised the BJP-led Centre for “rushing” the legislation through without adequate consultation or scrutiny, and demanded that it be referred to a Select Committee.
In an important step towards inclusive governance, the Chief Minister Rekha Gupta-led Delhi government has approved a proposal to include transgender passengers in the free bus travel scheme across all the routes of the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and buses run by theTransport Department.
According to the Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh, the move will only help one of the most marginalized sections of society live with dignity but will ensure equal opportunities for them.
Four other members of the complainant group tried to self-immolate outside the Maharaja Yeshwantrao Hospital (MYH) of Indore later in the night, after the 24 transgenders were admitted there for treatment late Wednesday.
This is the first time in India's history that a person from the transgender community has become a sub-inspector in Bihar.
Marlon Wayans shares his transformative journey as a parent navigating his child's transgender identity, emphasizing love, acceptance, and the importance of embracing change. A candid revelation on the Breakfast Club sparks a conversation on evolving parenting perspectives.
Neerja Punia, transgender activist and actor, opens up about a distressing incident at a dhaba where she was denied entry and faced discrimination based on her gender identity. The incident sheds light on ongoing challenges for the transgender community in public spaces.
"Am I to blame for being a standout creation, Maa?" whispers a young girl to herself, stationed by a colossal pandal in an audacious shade of turquoise. Amidst the raucous symphony of dhaaks, the fragrant wafts of incense and dhuno, and the aroma of street food, the bustling crowd creates quite the uproar.
Filmmaker and writer Akshat Ajay Sharma, who has directed the critically acclaimed film ‘Haddi’, said from assisting Anurag Kashyap on…
