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Patruni Chidananda Sastry has made history as the first Telugu drag queen on Bigg Boss Telugu Agni Pariksha, the official pre-show of Season 9. Patruni called it a breakthrough for queer visibility and inclusivity in mainstream Telugu reality television

This initiative, in partnership with the NGO, Nirmaan Organization, also aims to equip the members of the community with the resources and skills needed to create and develop their own ventures.

Their year-round dedication has resulted in transformative programs and projects, promoting equity and opportunity for all.

Let Pride Month be a catalyst for year-round advocacy, ensuring the fight for LGBTQIA rights continues

Laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, healthcare and education can provide a framework for transgender persons to navigate marginality

Curated by art historian Vignesh G and multidisciplinary artist Harsha Vardhan Durugadda, the second edition of ‘Possible Futures’ showcased a collection of performance artworks by 12 artists.

At a press conference, the National Network of LBI (Lesbian, Bisexual, Intersex) Women and Trans Persons shared the implications of the verdict and outlined its continued commitment to the LGBTQ+ rights movement

“The court's refusal to recognise our partnership has left an indelible scar, affecting our daily existence. It's incredibly painful," Aryan* told PTI over the phone. 

Some of the petitioners had urged the apex court to use its plenary power, "prestige and moral authority" to push society to acknowledge such a union which would ensure LGBTQIA+ lead a "dignified" life like heterosexuals.

Centre’s refusal to recognise same-sex marriage has not gone down well with activists and members of the LGBTQIA community in Hyderabad

Queer Nilayam, an NGO that works for LGBTQIA welfare in Hyderabad, is organizing a free health camp for the LGBTQIA community in Phoenix Arena, Hyderabad on March 11 from 10 am to 4 pm

Hyderabad: Madhuri Dixit’s ‘Maja Ma’ seems to have a promising plot, but it falls really short of expectations. One could put it down to a casting fail, but Madhuri as a closeted lesbian doesn’t come close to portraying the complex emotions her character goes through. The film begins with Ritwik Bhowmick’s Tejas getting to ready […]

By Epsita Gunti Hyderabad: The Mobbera Foundation, which seeks to promote gender inclusivity, is hosting Mehfil-e-Queer 2.0, an event exclusively for the queer community at Lamakaan this Sunday. The event is organised in a Deccani Nizam theme, where artists will be honouring the royal culture. Queer artists like Patruni Chidananda Sastry and Smitin Bhosle will […]

SEYA, a city-based-NGO, vouches for comprehensive sexuality education for young adults

Community hosts range of events, from dance performances to masterclasses this year