LGBTQ+: News

28 Mar 2024

Meta

Meta enabling anti-transgender hate speech on its platforms, says GLAAD

GLAAD, a prominent global LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization, has accused Meta of facilitating the spread of anti-transgender hate speech across its platforms.

27 Feb 2024

Onir

Onir slams discrimination against LGBTQ+ community in blood donation camps

Filmmaker Onir is known for his raw and hard-hitting films in Bollywood. The director has been always vocal about LGBTQ+ community rights and has voiced his opinion against discrimination.

16 Feb 2024

Greece

Greece legalizes same-sex marriage, first for an Orthodox Christian nation

The Greek parliament passed a law legalizing same-sex marriage on Thursday (local time), marking a landmark victory for human rights in Greece.

14 Feb 2024

Entertainment

Must-watch documentaries on the LGBTQ+ community

Documentaries are the rawest form of storytelling and one of the best mediums for the voiceless, including the LGBTQIA+ community.

13 Feb 2024

Taliban

Taliban shuts down 'queer.af' LGBTQ+ Mastodon instance: What's next?

The Afghanistan government, now under Taliban control, has unexpectedly shut down the "queer.af" Mastodon instance, as reported by 404 Media.

30 Jan 2024

Web Series

Must-watch shows that focus on the LGBTQ+ community

Dive into a world of rich narratives, authentic characters, and diverse experiences as we explore the best LGBTQ+ shows that have left an indelible mark on television.

14 Jan 2024

South Korea

Explainer: Evolution of LGBTQ+ representation in South Korean films, dramas

Online or offline, South Korean content's influence pervades the global landscape.

05 Jan 2024

Mammootty

'Kaathal—The Core' review: Audacious LGBTQ+ drama bolstered by astounding performances 

Jeo Baby's Kaathal—The Core—now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, is the kind of drama that you could spend hours dissecting; a film you want to continue rolling even after the end credits.

06 Dec 2023

Relationships

Canadian medical journal recognizes lesser-known sexual orientation: Greysexuality

In a groundbreaking move that heralds a new era of inclusivity, the Canadian Medical Association Journal has officially acknowledged "greysexuality" as a distinct sexual orientation.

04 Dec 2023

Billie Eilish

Revisiting times when celebrities were trolled for sexual orientations

In a November interview with Variety, singer Billie Eilish came out as bisexual.

30 Nov 2023

Nepal

Nepal becomes first Asian country to register queer marriages

Nepal has become the first South Asian country to register a same-sex marriage, following a Supreme Court order that removed barriers to such unions.

SC may hear pleas challenging marriage equality verdict on Tuesday

The Supreme Court on Thursday agreed to hear a batch of petitions seeking a review of its October 17 verdict denying legal recognition to same-sex marriage on November 28.

01 Nov 2023

DY Chandrachud

Review petition filed against Supreme Court's same-sex marriage verdict

A petition was submitted to the Supreme Court on Wednesday, challenging its October 17 verdict that denied legal recognition to same-sex marriages in India.

01 Nov 2023

OTT releases

Trinetra Haldar's 'Rainbow Rishta' docu-series trailer out; release date inside

The OTT giant Amazon Prime Video has unveiled the trailer of Rainbow Rishta, a documentary series that delves into the lives and experiences of India's LGBTQ+ community.

18 Oct 2023

India

Latest countries to legalize same-sex marriage.

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court of India delivered a judgment on appeals seeking legal recognition of same-sex marriages.

Bhumi Pednekar, Onir voice discontent over SC's same-sex marriage verdict

The Supreme Court's recent decision to reject legal recognition for same-sex marriages in India has left many Bollywood celebrities disheartened.

17 Oct 2023

Bollywood

Indian titles that showcased LGBTQIA+ protests

Bollywood has always had a knack for making films that revolve around historic judgments or protests. Over the years, it has also made numerous films on the LGBTQIA+ community.

SC denies adoption rights to LGBTQIA+ couples in 3-2 verdict

The Supreme Court's five-judge Constitution bench on Tuesday denied adoption rights to LGBTQ+ unmarried couples by passing a 3-2 verdict.

17 Oct 2023

DY Chandrachud

Supreme Court refuses to legalize same-sex marriage: Everything to know

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against legally recognizing same-sex marriages in a 3:2 verdict.

End discrimination against LGBTQIA+ community: SC directs governments, police

The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed governments at the Centre, states, and union territories to ensure that the LGBTQIA+ community does not face any discrimination in day-to-day life, Hindustan Times reported.

17 Oct 2023

DY Chandrachud

Queer unions: SC directs Centre's committee to decide on rights

The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against legally recognizing same-sex marriages in India.

Queer couples should have child adoption rights: CJI Chandrachud

CJI DY Chandrachud on Tuesday reportedly held as "illegal" certain guidelines under the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), which restrict queers and unmarried couples from adopting children.

16 Oct 2023

Hollywood

Hollywood movies that got LGBTQ+ representation right 

After years of conversations, controversies, and criticisms, there's an increase in LGBTQ+ presence in Hollywood with actors from the community getting more opportunities in the industry and Oscars recognizing and honoring them as well.

16 Oct 2023

Onir

Marriage equality: Onir shares heartfelt message ahead of SC verdict

Onir is one of the very few filmmakers in India who has been vocal about LGBTQ+ issues. The director is known for his hard-hitting films and for sharing his constant support for equal rights.

25 Sep 2023

Hollywood

Liked 'Red, White & Royal Blue'? Watch these similar movies 

Amazon Prime Video gave us a fresh love story with Red, White & Royal Blue and the hopeless romantics have been melting ever since.

28 Aug 2023

TikTok

Who is trans advocate Dylan Mulvaney, honored at Streamy Awards

Touted as the "cultural crystal ball," the Streamy Awards—a celebration of online creators, took place on Sunday night (local time) in Los Angeles.

07 Aug 2023

OTT releases

Sushmita Sen's 'Taali' trailer promises hard-hitting drama

Sushmita Sen's upcoming social biopic series Taali has been in the buzz for a long time and the makers have now released its much-awaited trailer. The show is slated to premiere on JioCinema on August 15.

04 Aug 2023

Netflix

If you liked 'Heartstopper,' watch these similar shows 

The latest Netflix British coming-of-age rom-com drama series Heartstopper has created quite a ripple and for all the right reasons.

26 Jul 2023

Books

#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Naked' co-authors share insights on queer love

The world of literature recently received a new addition that brings out the struggles and joys of city life, queer love, and the quest for a spiritual home.

22 Jul 2023

Celebrity

Matty Healy's Malaysian concert canceled over onstage kiss

British pop band The 1975's frontman Matty Healy has once again sparked controversy, this time for kissing his male bandmate onstage during a concert in Malaysia.

01 Jul 2023

Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand: Panel completes drafting of proposed Uniform Civil Code

Former Supreme Court (SC) judge, Justice (retired) Ranjana Prakash Desai, announced on Friday that the draft of the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for Uttarakhand was ready.

24 Jun 2023

Netflix

Pride Special: Why 'Schitt's Creek's David-Patrick remain iconic queer couple

Netflix's Schitt's Creek is a hug-shaped heartwarming drama, a rare project that can boast about getting everything right.

15 Jun 2023

Hollywood

Trans flag: 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' banned in Gulf countries 

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse has emerged to become one of the biggest money spinners of 2023. The film received rave reviews from critics and viewers.

12 Jun 2023

Dua Lipa

Spotify record: 'Dua Lipa' crosses 11B streams

Dua Lipa is one of the most known faces globally and the pop star is known for her sassy style and catchy music. The English-Albanian singer has been smashing records ever since and now her debut album titled Dua Lipa has become the first album by a female artist to surpass 11 billion streams on Spotify.

09 Jun 2023

Google Doodle

Google Doodle celebrates Willi Ninja, dancer and 'godfather of  voguing'

Google is celebrating the iconic American dancer Willi Ninja with a special doodle video today.

06 Jun 2023

Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann donates food-trucks to Chandigarh's transgender community; but problems abound

Ayushmann Khurrana is one of the socially responsible actors in Bollywood. Recently, the Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui actor donated food trucks to the LGBTQ+ community in Chandigarh to empower the community in entrepreneurship.

03 Jun 2023

Netflix

Pride Month special: Revisiting heartbreaking 'Thangam' from anthology 'Paava Kadhaigal'

Paava Kadhaigal (Sinful Tales), an anthology film, features four different stories by noted South Indian directors: Sudha Kongara, Vignesh Shivan, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Vetrimaaran.

30 May 2023

Bollywood

Onir unveils first look of upcoming directorial, 'Pine Cone'

Filmmaker Onir has been one of the most vocal LGBTQ+ figures in India and has been producing stellar content over the years. The filmmaker unveiled the first look of his next directorial titled Pine Cone.

29 May 2023

Uganda

Uganda: President signs anti-LGBTQ law imposing jail, death penalty

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni signed a contentious anti-gay bill into law on Monday, the Associated Press reported.

27 May 2023

Delhi Police

Delhi: Police bust gay sextortion rackets, arrest 4 suspects

The Delhi Police on Friday busted two gay sextortion rackets active in South East Delhi and arrested four people who allegedly used to trap victims on social media, reported ANI.

23 May 2023

Hollywood

Joaquin Phoenix-Todd Haynes collaborate for NC-17 gay romantic drama

Joaquin Phoenix is one of the most adept actors in Hollywood, who is known for donning challenging roles on celluloid.

22 May 2023

Cannes Film Festival

4 work-in-progress human rights documentaries showcased at Cannes

The international documentary Labs and Forum Docs-by-the-Sea is presenting and showcasing work-in-progress films for the first time at the Marde u Film's Cannes Docs. Curator Gugi Gumilang spoke about the importance of showcasing films at such a global level and how it will help in representation.

17 May 2023

Celebrity

Kim Petras becomes first transgender model for 'Sports Illustrated'

German pop star Kim Petras became the first transgender cover model for the coveted Sports Illustrated magazine. The magazine unveiled its Swimsuit edition and Petras is seen posing for the cover alongside stalwarts like Megan Fox, Brooks Nader, and Martha Stewart.

16 May 2023

Bollywood

Onir's 'Pine Cone' to premiere at KMIFF 2023; details inside

Filmmaker Onir is known for his hard-hitting films. The director has been in the news for being a vocal LGBTQ+ figure and is known for his adept storytelling.

SC reserves judgment on petitions pertaining to same-sex marriage

After ten days of hearing, the Supreme Court (SC) Constitution Bench reserved its judgment on various petitions pertaining to marriage equality rights for the LGBTQIA+ community on Thursday.

05 May 2023

Movie Review

'UnWoman' review: Sensitive, piercing LGBTQ+ drama rooted in rural India

UnWoman, directed by Pallavi Roy Sharma and produced by Gunjan Goel, Susheel Sharman, and Shalmali Prakash, is a sensitive, poignant, searing drama that exposes the grim reality of the LGBTQ+ community in India, especially in the hinterlands.

03 May 2023

Government of India

Centre to form panel to look into LGBTQIA+ community issues

The central government has agreed to set up a committee to address "genuine human concerns" faced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community in their day-to-day lives, according to the news agency ANI.

28 Apr 2023

DY Chandrachud

Same-sex marriage would 'destroy' Indian beliefs: Hindu body to CJI

A Hindu religious body named Hindu Dharma Acharya Sabha on Friday wrote an open letter to Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, calling the legalization of same-sex marriage "unacceptable."

Time to update the laws: SC on marriage equality

On the sixth day of the Supreme Court hearing on marriage equality for the LGBTQ+ community, the five-judge Constitutional bench presiding over the matter said it's time to update the laws.

Consider leaving marriage equality to Parliament: Centre to SC

The Central government on Wednesday urged the Supreme Court to consider leaving the decision regarding marriage equality for the LGBTQ+ community to Parliament.

26 Apr 2023

Met Gala

Political statements at Met Gala: LGBTQ+ Pride to equal rights 

The countdown to the most-awaited fashion event of the year has begun!

25 Apr 2023

DY Chandrachud

Parents of LGBTQIA+ members write to CJI, seek 'marriage equality'

Parents of more than 400 LGBTQIA+ children have written an open letter to Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud asking him to consider the plea for marriage equality, reported CNBC.

Same-sex marriage: Are binary spouses necessary for marriage, asks CJI

On the third day of the Supreme Court hearing arguments on legalizing same-sex marriages on Thursday, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud said that same-sex relationships are not just physical, but also stable and emotional.

Centre seeks states' opinion on same-sex marriage

The Supreme Court on Wednesday continued hearing pleas seeking recognition of same-sex marriages and the Centre's petition opposing the former.

No absolute concept of man, woman: SC on same-sex marriage

Hearing a batch of pleas seeking recognition of same-sex marriages and the government's petition questioning the maintainability of the former, the Supreme Court on Tuesday observed that there is no absolute concept of a man or woman.

18 Apr 2023

Homosexuality

Equality for all: Countries where same-sex marriage is legal

As the Supreme Court of India hears final arguments on petitions seeking to legalize same-sex marriage, it is worth noting that a growing number of countries around the world have already taken this step.

SC to hear same-sex marriage pleas, Centre's objection today

The Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear a batch of petitions seeking legal recognition of same-sex marriages in India and the Central government's plea challenging the maintainability of the petitions.

18 Apr 2023

OTT releases

OTT watchlist: 5 top BL dramas you absolutely can't miss

The emergence of OTT platforms has given birth to greater representation and gone are the days when love stories only revolved around a boy and a girl.

17 Apr 2023

Central Government

Same-sex marriage 'urban elitist' concept, judiciary can't legalize it: Centre

The Centre on Monday termed the demands for legal recognition of same-sex marriage as merely a voicing of "urban elitist views" for social acceptance.

17 Apr 2023

Onir

Same-sex marriage: Onir-Apurva Asrani slam Centre's 'urban elitist concept' comment

A Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court is to hear petitions regarding legally recognizing same-sex marriages on Tuesday.

21 Feb 2022

Homosexuality

Lavender marriage: What is it and how does it work?

Despite LGBTQ+ rights undergoing several changes worldwide, full social acceptance of homosexuality is still a distant goal in several countries, including India.

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