'Love jihad': Is love bound by religion?

'Love jihad': Is love bound by religion?

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The fatal Delhi gang rape in 2012, also known as the Nirbhaya case, is seen as a watershed moment in India’s efforts to tackle sexual violence against women. The case had sparked massive protests and led to tougher anti-rape laws. Conversations around rape, often regarded as tabo ...  Show more

Is pay parity a game-changer for Indian women cricketers?

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