A 17-year-old orphan in Bhopal endured months of captivity, repeated rape, and a forced abortion. The case emerged during counselling at a Vidisha shelter home. Police are hunting for the accused neighbour.
A KGMU resident doctor accused of sexual exploitation and forcing religious conversion is missing. Police issue a non-bailable warrant as the investigation deepens into his background and marriages. Read the latest.
A pastor from Kerala and seven others arrested in Maharashtra's Amravati for alleged forcible conversions. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan calls it 'deeply disturbing'. Read the full details.
Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi warns of strict action, including FIRs and licence cancellation, against forced tagging and overpricing of fertilisers. Read the full story.
MP WCD officials investigated an anonymous complaint about minors at an Indore mass wedding of 242 couples. Organizers claim screening prevented underage participation. Details inside.
Kajol's journey from rejecting marital stereotypes to proposing expiry dates reflects a common evolution. A psychologist explains why our ideas of an ideal marriage change over time.
Astrological predictions for 2026 highlight four zodiac signs—Taurus, Leo, Cancer, Pisces—poised to find love and marital stability. Discover what the stars have in store for your romantic future.
The Himachal Pradesh government appoints Justice Surinder Singh Thakur (retd) as chairperson of the state selection committee for juvenile justice bodies for a three-year term.
Delhi High Court quashes forced retirement of ex-CISF officer, orders restoration of honour and benefits. Landmark ruling on premature retirement policy.
A Class 10 student from Thuraiyur, Trichy, starts a student-led movement against child marriage after seeing classmates drop out. Her efforts earn official recognition. Read her inspiring story.
Bramhapuri police arrest sixth moneylender in a shocking case where a farmer was forced to sell his kidney to repay a loan. SIT probes international links in the trafficking racket.
A recent editorial highlights a troubling pattern of attacks on Christians in India, often centred on allegations of forced conversion. Read the full analysis of this growing discord.
A junior resident at Lucknow's KGMU suspended after a colleague accused him of sexual exploitation, blackmail, and pressuring her to change religion. An FIR has been registered. Read the full details.
A Gujarat student's education dream turned into a battlefield nightmare after being forced to join the Russian Army. Over 200 Indians recruited, dozens dead. Read the full story.
Dharwad DC Divya Prabhu outlines a decade-long campaign to eradicate child marriage. Learn about the 100-day awareness drive and multi-departmental strategy to protect children.
Genocide Watch issues a stark warning on China's actions in Xinjiang, citing cultural erasure and forced detention of Uyghurs. Read the full report and global response.
Haseen Mastan Mirza, daughter of late don Haji Mastan, alleges forced child marriage, rape, and property theft. She appeals directly to PM Modi and Amit Shah for swift justice and stricter laws.
A 35-year-old woman was brutally stabbed by her lover in Delhi's Uttam Nagar following a dispute over a forced abortion. The accused, a married security guard, has been arrested. Read the shocking details.
Lyricist Javed Akhtar condemns physical interference with a woman's attire, reigniting debate on personal dignity vs. tradition. His statement adds fuel to the Bihar CM controversy.
The body of Rakesh Kumar Maurya, a 30-year-old from Uttarakhand who went to Russia on a study visa, has returned. His family alleges he was forcibly sent to fight in Ukraine. Read the full story.
The body of Rakesh Kumar Maurya, a 30-year-old from Uttarakhand who went to Russia on a study visa, has returned in a coffin. His family alleges he was forcibly sent to fight in Ukraine, raising serious concerns about Indian youths in Russia.
Heer and Nawab's forced wedding in 'Tu Juliet Jatt Di' raises stakes. Jasmeet Kaur debuts bridal look, shares empowering message for young women. Don't miss the drama!
Uttarakhand's Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill 2025, proposing life term for forced conversions, was returned by Governor Gurmit Singh. The Dhami government must now reconsider or issue an ordinance.
Syro-Malabar Church hails Allahabad HC ruling protecting religious freedom. Court says distributing Bibles isn't forced conversion. Read the full story.
The Supreme Court ruled that a marriage where spouses hold opposing views and refuse to accommodate each other amounts to mutual cruelty, granting divorce to a couple after a 24-year legal battle. Read the landmark judgment.
A private same-sex 'marriage' in Kolkata's Tollywood stirs discussion on visibility, societal acceptance, and the ongoing Supreme Court marriage-equality debate. Explore the complex perspectives.
Ludhiana Police Commissioner launches a major awareness and enforcement drive against child marriage, registering over 200 cases. Learn about the initiative and its impact.
Jaya Bachchan calls marriage an outdated institution and reveals she doesn't want granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda to marry. A psychologist explains the modern shift in relationship views.
A young woman in Ahmedabad shocked her family by revealing a secret court marriage. After her father confined her, the Abhayam helpline brokered a truce. Read the full story of family conflict and resolution.
Saleem Wastik offers a balanced, insightful look at Mutah and Misyar marriages on Times Mantra, clarifying historical context and modern debates. Watch the full episode for clarity.