The Supreme Court announced the much-anticipated verdict on petitions seeking legal acceptance of same-sex marriages in India ...

Marriage in India was once seen as unshakable, a sacred promise meant to last seven lifetimes. Yet today, that promise feels more fragile than ever. Divorce and separation, though still low by global ...

Marriage is one of the most enduring institutions in human society. Found in every known culture throughout history, it organises reproduction, defines family boundaries, and gives children a ...

LUCKNOW, India — An Indian state has approved an unprecedented uniform code for marriage, divorce, adoption and inheritance for Hindus, Muslims and other religious communities under new legislation ...

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On 18 April 2023, the Indian Supreme Court began hearing arguments in favour of marriage equality from members of the LGBTQ+ community. In what is being called an issue of ' seminal' importance for ...

Unsplash For decades, the story of modern romance seemed settled. Swipe, match, meet, repeat, with parents and matchmakers ...

In India, nearly half of all girls are married before they turn the legal age of 18. In the state of Bihar, the statistics are even grimmer: 69% of girls are wedded before they’re 18 and 48% before ...

Women during the launch of the Child marriage-free India campaign in New Delhi in October 2022. The placard in Hindi says "don't be afraid, don't get children married". India has made notable progress ...

In India, arranged marriages have changed a lot over the years. They're no longer just about two families finding a suitable ...