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Madras HC’s appeal on online relationships urges youngsters to exercise caution

Madras HC’s appeal on online relationships urges youngsters to exercise caution

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The Madras High Court on Tuesday issued a “public appeal” urging youngsters and their families to exercise “extreme caution while entering into online” or “technology-facilitated” relationships. The court urged vigilance in the digital world. (Shutterstock) Justices Anand Venkatesh and KK Ramakrishnan issued the appeal in English, Tamil, and Hindi while dismissing an appeal of a man convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in a case of rape and sexual assault. The judges, presiding at the Madurai bench of the High Court, said they were issuing the appeal or advisory in the interest of both those disproportionately targeted and society more broadly, given the rise in technology. They urged them to exercise vigilance in the digital world The bench said a moment of misplaced trust should never become a lifetime of suffering. It regretted that time constraints prevented translating the appeal into every regional language. “No matter how deep the affection, trust, or promise of confidentiality may appear, intimate photographs or videos should never be shared with anyone through electronic means.” The court said once such …

Supreme Court questions misuse of POCSO in teen relationships

Supreme Court questions misuse of POCSO in teen relationships

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Supreme Court of India. File. | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Supreme Court on Monday (July 13, 2026) questioned the invocation of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act against teenagers involved in voluntary sexual relationships. A Bench of Justices B.V. Nagarathna and R. Mahadevan observed that parents often resort to criminal proceedings to protect their so-called “honour” when teenage girls elope with their partners. “How can the state prevent the elopement of a girl and a boy? POCSO concerns the sexual assault and exploitation of children,” the court observed. Noting that teenage is a period of vulnerability, the court asked if relationships between those in the age group of 15-18 years attracted the penal provisions of POCSO. “It is the age of experimentation,” the Bench said. The top court made the observation while hearing a suo motu case concerning the right to privacy of adolescents. The case had been initiated in the wake of the Calcutta High Court’s controversial ruling of 2023, which called for adolescent girls to “control” their sexual urges …

‘My mom thinks…’: Tejasswi Prakash on live-in relationships; expert weighs in | Feelings News

‘My mom thinks…’: Tejasswi Prakash on live-in relationships; expert weighs in | Feelings News

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4 min readNew DelhiJul 6, 2026 11:00 PM IST Relationships often evolve through different stages, and many couples today are taking more time to understand compatibility before making long-term commitments. Questions around living together before marriage, family involvement in relationship decisions, and readiness for marriage continue to generate varied opinions across households. For some families, living together before marriage may be viewed as a practical way to better understand each other, while for others, it may challenge traditional expectations around commitment and family values. During a recent conversation, Tejasswi Prakash and Karan Kundrra spoke about the progression of their relationship and the role family played in it. Recalling the early stages of their bond, Tejasswi said, “When he said that he likes me, I really felt like he seemed really honest. I took my time to really test him. I just wanted to make sure that he really means what he is saying, and he proved it every time.” Speaking about her family’s perspective, she added, “She wanted to make sure he was comfortable. My …

Zeenat Aman, 74, advocates for live-in relationships: ‘Wouldn’t you rather have 5 joyous years than 15 miserable ones?’

Zeenat Aman, 74, advocates for live-in relationships: ‘Wouldn’t you rather have 5 joyous years than 15 miserable ones?’

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Veteran Bollywood actor Zeenat Aman has been vocal about her support for live-in relationships, arguing that couples should live together before making a lifelong commitment through marriage. While her views have drawn criticism from contemporaries such as Saira Banu and Mumtaz, Zeenat has remained firm in her stance. In a recent conversation with Shubra Aiyappa, the actor explained why she believes live-in relationships are more relevant than ever in today’s world. Zeenat Aman backs live-in relationships. Zeenat Aman about live-in relationships Zeenat revealed why she strongly believes couples should live together before getting married. She said, “In today’s day and age—and even in the past—nothing lasts forever. You need to ensure compatibility before making a legal commitment. This is my view. You need to know whether you’re compatible mentally and emotionally. If you’re planning to have children, how will you raise them? What are your views on finances? If there is no compatibility, what’s the point? Wouldn’t you rather have five joyous years instead of fifteen miserable ones? That’s what I believe.” The actor added, …

‘Rather have 5 joyous years than 15 miserable ones’: Zeenat Aman on live-in relationships | Bollywood News

‘Rather have 5 joyous years than 15 miserable ones’: Zeenat Aman on live-in relationships | Bollywood News

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4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Jun 29, 2026 10:20 PM IST Veteran actress Zeenat Aman has consistently advocated for live-in relationships, arguing that couples should spend time living together before making a lifelong legal commitment. Her views have sparked criticism from several of her contemporaries, including Mumtaz and Saira Banu. Despite the backlash, Zeenat continues to stand by her belief. In a recent conversation with Shubra Aiyappa, Zeenat explained why she feels live-in relationships are more relevant than ever. “In today’s day and age—and even in the past—nothing lasts forever. You need to ensure compatibility before making a legal commitment. This is my view. You need to know whether you’re compatible mentally and emotionally. If you’re planning to have children, how will you raise them? What are your views on finances? If there is no compatibility, what’s the point? Wouldn’t you rather have five joyous years instead of fifteen miserable ones? That’s what I believe,” she said. Elaborating further, the actress added, “People think romance is going to last forever. Nothing lasts forever. Relationships are always …

Who is Alexander Zverev’s girlfriend? Inside his relationships and past abuse allegations

Who is Alexander Zverev’s girlfriend? Inside his relationships and past abuse allegations

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As Alexander Zverev playing against Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open finals today, the German tennis star is once again in the spotlight. While his on-court success has made him one of the biggest names in tennis, his personal life has also drawn significant attention over the years, including abuse allegations from two former partners. Alexander Zverev’s relationships, abuse allegations and court settlement. (REUTERS) The assault case and settlement Zverev who is 27, was accused of “physically abusing and damaging the health of a woman during an argument in Berlin in May 2020,” according to a court statement. The alleged victim was his former partner Brenda Patea who is also the mother of his daughter. Court documents stated that Zverev allegedly “briefly strangled his then partner on the neck with both hands in the stairwell of a Berlin apartment building during an argument,” leaving her with shortness of breath and considerable pain, per CNN. In October 2023, a German court issued a fine of €450,000 (about $488,000) against Zverev via a penalty order. He denied …

‘Don’t impose moral responsibility on actors’: Shweta Tripathi reacts to Rakul Preet Singh’s infidelity remark

‘Don’t impose moral responsibility on actors’: Shweta Tripathi reacts to Rakul Preet Singh’s infidelity remark

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Recently, while promoting her film Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, Rakul Preet Singh weighed in on the topic of infidelity. The actor admitted that a “one-time mistake” can be forgiven. Her comments received backlash on social media. Now, actor Shweta Tripathi has come to her defence, arguing that emotions are far more complex than society often allows, and adding that people should have the freedom to share their experiences without being judged. Shweta Tripathi talks about Rakul Preet Singh’s infidelity remark. In an exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, Shweta spoke about her views on infidelity and defended Rakul Preet Singh. She urged audiences to be mature enough to engage with differing opinions without attacking those who express them. Shweta Tripathi talks about infidelity in relationship Reacting to the conversation around infidelity, Shweta said it is important to understand the reasons behind people’s actions rather than immediately passing judgement. She said, “I think not just about infidelity, I think it’s important to understand why what happens. There’s nothing right and wrong. Emotions are not black and …

What exactly is ‘trauma bonding’?

What exactly is ‘trauma bonding’?

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4 min readNew DelhiMay 30, 2026 01:00 AM IST Actor Tanishaa Mukerji recently revisited her experience on Bigg Boss 7, describing the reality show as emotionally overwhelming and admitting that her decision to participate was far less thought-out than people may have assumed. In a conversation with Mamaraazzi, Tanishaa reflected on entering the show with a sense of innocence and idealism, only to later realise how emotionally intense and strategically complex such environments can become. Calling it “not a conscious decision. That was an unconscious decision,” she admitted that she had imagined the experience very differently before stepping inside the house. According to Tanishaa, she entered the show believing it would help people see her authentic self. “I was living in my fairy tale world, thinking it would be all rosy. My agent was like, ‘You can create a new perception for yourself, you can style yourself, you can show who you are to the world’. I said yes, not realising that you don’t show the world anything, they show the world what they want,” …

Shahana Goswami Opens Up About Open Relationships and Dealing with Jealousy

Shahana Goswami Opens Up About Open Relationships and Dealing with Jealousy

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In a recent interview, actor Shahana Goswami spoke candidly about her experience with open relationships and the misconceptions surrounding them. She told Siddharth Kannan, “At this point, I don’t even have one primary partner like that. I have many people with whom I have long-standing dynamics, but it’s not casual. None of it is casual for me. We all have a lot of friends. Every friendship is different.” Explaining how she views connection and commitment, she added, “So for me, at this point, openness means there’s no clear-cut partnership with anyone, but there is this feeling of long-term bonding and connection that stays with you, no matter what form it takes. Sometimes it’s just friendship. Sometimes it might be physical too.” She also addressed the emotional work involved in such relationships, saying, “Actually, that doesn’t happen. I mean, it’s not like I ghost people, but this just doesn’t happen. Because I also know the thing is, when you’re this free, you know, it’s not like this just comes out of nowhere. It’s not something from …

Pune students speak up on consent, periods, and relationships

Pune students speak up on consent, periods, and relationships

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3 min readPuneMay 28, 2026 11:45 AM IST Written by Vishakha Toshniwal Conversations around menstruation, sex, life choices, and personal relationships, which were once considered taboo, are increasingly becoming normal among young adults. The Indian Express spoke to students from Pune who expressed how many in their generation held progressive and open values. “Many boys of my age do not judge or make me uncomfortable as they believe I can behave as I want and they won’t even tease us,” said Roshni Khobragade, a 26-year-old management student at Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), noting that it is the generation gap that often affects how older and younger people perceive women’s choices and relationships. Several male students echoed similar views, saying that women should be free to make their own decisions without being judged for their personal lives or past relationships. Pune student Onkar Binawade says that subjects like relationships and virginity are openly discussed today. Onkar Binawade, a 24-year-old Marathi department student at SPPU, says that subjects once considered taboo, like relationships and virginity, are …