Why India in 2019 Can Take Lessons on Love and Women’s Desire from Its Ancient Past
Nayanjot Lahiri’s new book ‘Time Pieces: A Whistle-Stop Tour of Ancient India’ is as much an eye-opener about social mores in ancient India as it is a great read.
Tag: feminism
“The Sabarimala Conflict is a Case of Brahminical Patriarchy” – Author Lekshmy Rajeev
What’s the historical and ground reality of women’s entry into Sabarimala? Author Lekshmy Rajeev, who has done extensive research on the temple dedicated to Lord Ayyappa in Kerala, shares her views.
What I Don’t Understand About #MeToo
Why do Indian men think of themselves as objects of desire in the first place?
Feminist Blue: How a Matrilineal Tribe in Africa Inspired This Indian Fashion Designer
Designer Payal Khandwala’s collection ‘New Order’ was inspired by her study of a matrilineal African tribe is a continued ode to her old muse: the intelligent, non-conformist woman.
This 22-Year-Old Has Created a Safe Online Space to Share Stories of Depression and Abuse
Ayesha Asif’s Instagram page collects quotes and stories centred around the concerns of women’s empowerment, environmentalism, abusive relationships, mental health, casteism and self-love.
“Dominant Communities Have Controlled the Narrative for Too Long”: Japleen Pasricha on Feminism in India
Revolution has gone digital. Using social-media activism, today’s young feminists are leading the way for a brighter, more equal future for women.
Period Politics: How Does Menstrual Leave Play Out in Our Fight for Equality?
A ‘menstrual bill’ has been placed in Parliament to allow women two days of leave during their periods. How does it play out in our fight for equality?
Need the Sisterhood’s Support? These Women’s Collectives Will Stand Up For You
These four collectives are working to ensure women’s empowerment and social participation through law and research. Reach out if you need help.
She’s a Mom of 5, High Achiever, Cancer Survivor – But That’s Not the Only Reason She’s My Feminist Icon
She was a CA rank holder, set up her own chartered accountancy firm back in the day, and raised five children. They don’t make them like Rupa Debi any more, says her daughter Reeti Roy.
“There’s So Much Healing and Power When Women Come Together”
UK-based American writer and columnist Christie Drozdowski uses her personal experiences as a woman and mother to inspire her work.
Veil No More: A Tehran Girl on Why She Took Off Her Hijab in Protest
Melika, the Iranian girl in this viral picture shares why she stopped by the side of the road in Tehran one evening and took off her veil.
Dr Shashi Tharoor Believed in Me Even When I Made Mistakes
Bright young researcher Reeti Roy was selected to be a legislative assistant to MP Shashi Tharoor. She recounts her experiences that led to the launch of her startup, Aglet Ink.
This Activist Chose to Be a Single Parent (of 22!) as ‘Marriage Perpetuates Patriarchy’
Social activist Madhavi Kuckreja is not only empowering underprivileged Indian women, she’s also walking her talk in her personal life.
Saloni Chopra on Social-Media Activism and the Body as a Feminist Statement
Actor Saloni Chopra’s provocative social-media posts and videos are her way of igniting debate on gender violence, stereotypes and sexuality.
“Why Must Women Restrict Themselves to Writing on ‘Feminine Subjects’?” Asks Veena Nagpal
Veena Nagpal chose an unlikely topic for her latest novel – nuclear destruction and a water crisis.
Actor-Producer Shaana Levy-Bahl Opens Up About Life, Love and ‘Ladies First’
Producer of award-winning film ‘Ladies First’, Shaana Levy-Bahl used her global experiences and even the hard knocks of life to chart a new language of storytelling.
It’s Near Impossible to Write the Woman’s Whole Truth, Says Kota Neelima
Political author, academic and artist Kota Neelima set out to express the woman’s voice in her books – from media and politics to farmer suicides – and found it harder than expected.
‘Wife’ Jokes, Seriously? In a Country Where Wives Barely Have a Voice?
Unsanskari Stree is sick of jokes doing the rounds on WhatsApp groups, portraying Indian men as battered, helpless victims, whose nagging, irritable spouses make life miserable for them.
An Open Letter to the Man Who Told Me, I Am More of a Man than Him
Someone I have been politely pulling the disappearing act on, told me, when I finally picked up his phone, that I am more of a man than him. This open letter’s for you, mister.
Who Needs a Bra? Not When You’re #SexyBrilliant Anyway
Most women hate how bras make them feel and yet we subject ourselves to them every day because we believe they make us look better. But who made these rules, asks Devina Kaur.
