India’s Largest Mental Health Organization Says Homosexuality is Normal
While consensual gay sex may still be criminalized in India, the Indian Psychiatric Society (IPS) has declared that homosexuality is…
India will Not Clear Film that ‘Glorifies’ a Gay Relationship
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) will not clear a Malayalam film as it seems to glorify a “homosexual relationship,”…
Ian McKellen Tells India to ‘Grow Up’ and Repeal Anti-Gay-Sex Law
Famed British actor Sir Ian McKellen had some advice for India over its antiquated reinstitution of colonial-era buggery laws…”grow up.”…
MTV Airs India’s First-Ever Lesbian On-Screen Kiss
First, Japan saw their first lesbian kiss air on television, and now India’s population set their eyes on a steamy…
World’s Best Mom Takes Out India’s First-Gay Matrimonial Ad for her Son
An Indian mother has taken out the country’s first-ever same-sex matrimonial ad on behalf of her gay son, Harish Iyer.…
New Helpline Created for Lesbians in Delhi, India
“Confused about your sexual orientation? Worried about your gender identity? Need somebody to talk to? Need information on queer life?…
India’s Gay Literary Scene Gains Visibility
Since India’s decision three years ago to legalize homosexuality, the country’s gay literary community has gained strong visibility. Stories, including fictional…
Indian Government Says Gay Sex is Legal
It wasn’t too long ago that gay sex in Indian was illegal under a colonial-era law—it was in 2009…