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Mumbai gears up for the 17th KASHISH Pride Film Festival, a five-day celebration of queer lives from June 3-7. Showcasing 153 films from 43 countries, the festival aims to foster visibility and inclusive storytelling. Filmmakers and industry leaders will gather to discuss representation and spark conversations around LGBTQ+ experiences, marking Pride Month with a global cinematic showcase.

Spain will be the 'Country in Focus' at the 17th KASHISH Pride Film Festival in Mumbai, June 3-7. The festival will showcase 13 Spanish LGBTQ+ short films, celebrating the nation's progressive stance on rights and inclusivity. This collaboration also marks 70 years of diplomatic ties between India and Spain.

Amber Glenn shut down viral romance rumors involving Alysa Liu after a TikTok video from the Stars on Ice tour exploded online. The Olympic gold medal teammates became the center of fan speculation, forcing Glenn to publicly explain their close friendship. The situation also brought fresh attention to Glenn’s recent social media struggles and public comments about LGBTQ+ issues in America.

Manipuri film 'Boong' triumphed at the New York Indian Film Festival 2026, clinching three awards including Best Debut Film and Best Director for Lakshmipriya Devi. Young Gugun Kipgen also secured the Best Child Actor award. The festival celebrated diverse Indian cinema, with 'Baksho Bondi' taking home Best Film, highlighting regional storytelling's growing prominence.

Malaysia has banned children under 16 from social media, requiring platforms to verify ages and remove underage users. This move aims to protect minors from harmful content and cyberbullying. While some parents support the restrictions, others worry about unintended consequences and the potential for children to bypass the rules.

Pope Leo XIV's Vatican is signaling a nuanced approach to LGBTQ+ Catholics, embracing dialogue while maintaining traditional stances on same-sex blessings. A recent Vatican report highlighted testimonies from gay Catholics, emphasizing social justice over sexual morality. This move has drawn praise from advocates and criticism from conservatives, underscoring the ongoing internal church debate.

Police are issuing a notice to the dating app Grindr after a 22-year-old man was kidnapped and extorted by four individuals he met on the platform. The victim was forced to transfer money after being beaten and threatened. This incident highlights a pattern of crimes targeting users due to social stigma.

Suvansh Dhar speaks about approaching his role in Campus Beats 6 with honesty and sensitivity, focusing on authenticity over performance. He also shares how the show contributes to more nuanced and stereotype-free LGBTQ+ representation on screen.

Forget love at first sight; real romance often blossoms from friendship. A study reveals two-thirds of couples began as friends, with interactions purely platonic initially. This challenges popular notions, suggesting a deeper connection forms before romantic sparks fly, especially among younger adults and LGBTQ+ individuals. Friendship truly lays the foundation for lasting love.

A new Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, passed by Parliament, is criticized for undermining constitutional rights and Supreme Court judgments. The law redefines 'transgender persons,' removing self-determination and potentially excluding many individuals, including gender queer persons. Critics argue it attacks privacy and dignity, disregarding years of progress and stakeholder consultations.

India's new Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026, has sparked widespread protests by removing self-identification rights. Critics argue the law replaces individual autonomy with mandatory medical certification, contradicting previous legal precedents and the Supreme Court's NALSA judgment. Activists fear this regressive move will hinder access to essential rights and services for the transgender community.

The Haridwar Government Railway Police (GRP) has arrested six individuals accused of looting members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community.

A parliamentary panel in its report tabled on Monday has recommended allowing lgbtq community members to adopt a child, apart from asserting the need for a uniform and comprehensive legislation on adoption which is more transparent, accountable, verifiable, less bureaucratic and applicable to all irrespective of religion in order to make adoptions less cumbersome.

The community members in Chennai also celebrated it with much fervour and enthusiasm

Most firms offer company-sponsored upskilling opportunities to retain queer talent. In an effort to retain developers from the LGBTQ+ group, many firms offer company-sponsored upskilling opportunities.

Despite the setback a day after India observed Human Rights Day, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Queer (LGBTQ) community seemed determined to face the brunt of the Supreme Court's decision to make homosexuality a criminal offence.

Celebrating the spirit of Pride Month that is observed in June, a university in Solan, Himachal Pradesh has launched a LGBTQ+ Community Club. Called Shades Of Love

Members of the queer collective gathered at Gandhi Park on Sunday to protest against the Transgender Bill 2019, which they claimed “set transgender rights back by 50 years”. The lgbtq community across India has been raising their voice against the bill, which they think is regressive and “full of flaws”.

For over 4 years Rubina Dilaik has been the face of Shakti - Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, which highlighted the struggles and lives of the #lgbtq community. So, when she decided to take a break from the show, fans and well-wishers were naturally disappointed to see her go.