It is depressing to see that the LGBTQ+ community is being singled out once more for their visibility and campaigning in a society that is steadily moving in the direction of acceptance and inclusion. In a recent advertisement, Tata Starbucks drew attention to the problem of gender acceptance in India and the difficulties transgender people…
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The Triumvirate of Love: Respect, Understanding, and Communication
In relationships, three important elements create a deep bond between two people. Respect, understanding, and communication are the strong pillars that can either build or break connections. They bring love, trust, and harmony to life, forming the basis for a lasting and successful union. Respect is the foundation of all relationships. It means recognizing and…
A Casual Intimidation
As those strong hands swept through my body, I felt he stripped me naked. He was authorized to do so and I couldn’t raise a voice. He was an officer. Every day, men come across a type of harassment that is so casual yet intimidating, it has become almost normal. It is so subtle, so…
Love Unrestricted: India’s Imperative for Marriage Equality
While the central government calls it an “urban elitist concept”, we call it a “Heterosexual Privilege”. Marriage equality has been a contentious issue for the LGBTQ+ community in India, which has faced discrimination for decades. The recent marriage equality hearing by the Honourable Supreme Court of India brings hope to the community, as it is…
Outrageous! Employee Takes Weekends Off for Personal Life
In a shocking turn of events, an employee has been questioned for taking weekends off and valuing their personal life in parallel to their job. The employer is reportedly annoyed and feels that this kind of behaviour is unacceptable. “It’s outrageous! How dare they take time off for themselves?” the employer exclaimed in a discussion….
Being gay is my identity, and my Pronouns are my designation
Being gay is not a choice; it is a fundamental part of one’s identity. It is not a phase, a trend, or a lifestyle. It is simply who we are. It took me 30 years to come to terms with my sexuality and to accept myself for who I am, and I am not going…
Exploring Vulnerability and Freedom in America: A Gay Man’s Perspective from India
As they walked into the club in shimmery ivory, turning heads. They seem like a mother bee walking in the hive, where everyone wants to have a glimpse of them. As a gay man from India, going to a Queer club in America can be a thrilling experience. It’s a place where people from all…
To the World, With Love
I had this weird feeling on Monday mode,This might be my last day in this world’s abode. I had no regrets for the time I spent,My love for all was true, and I didn’t pretend. Only if I could have settled and secured my family,My soul could have parted and made a journey happily. Yet…
कुछ आज़ादी अब भी बाकी है
यह आज़ादी बड़ी महंगी पड़ी है,सही मायनों में ये लड़ाई अब भी जारी है। किसी का आँगन छूटा,कहीं छूटा माँ का आँचल। किसी का दामन छूटा,कहीं टूटा सपनों का बंधन। परछाई अब अधेरों से निकल रही है,सही मायनों में ये लड़ाई अब भी जारी है। किसी का हाथ थाम लूँ गर्व से फेरे,कोई प्यार से…
As the year is coming to an end
Let’s spill some beans,let’s make ruffling feathers a trend.Let’s untie some knots,as the year is coming to an end. I survived another year,and the generation took an accend.Let’s halt and reflect,as the year is coming to an end. Many tried to tangle,it’s time to unwind that thread.Let’s unfurl and take that fleet,as the year is…
ANKUR MONDAL 