What keeps many people stuck in a push-pull relationship is not happiness, says Counselling Psychologist Arouba Kabir. It is the hope that the version of the relationship they occasionally experience will one day become permanent.
Sometimes, what looks like overwhelming love is actually overwhelming anxiety, warns Tanvi Singh, co-founder and director, Leap of Love Foundation.
A 19-year-old man in Gurugram allegedly died by suicide after his family discovered he was in a live-in relationship. Vishal, who lived with a woman in a rented accommodation, reportedly experienced mental stress after the revelation. Police are investigating the incident.
A seven-year-old boy missing from Meerut was found murdered. Police arrested a man, Arpit Sharma, who confessed to the crime, revealing he had a relationship with the boy's mother and the child knew about it. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full motive.
The Supreme Court has ruled that a physical relationship between two consenting unmarried adults cannot be used to draw an adverse impression about a person's character. This observation came while directing the appointment of a police constable candidate whose selection was cancelled due to a past criminal case stemming from a failed romantic relationship, which was later settled.
A 22-year-old man in Fatehpur allegedly strangled his 20-year-old sister and dumped her body in a well after she insisted on living with her boyfriend following her recent marriage. The accused surrendered to the police and confessed to the crime.
A man has been arrested in Delhi for allegedly stabbing a juvenile multiple times due to the victim's relationship with the man's sister. The incident occurred in Meera Bagh, where the victim was left for dead in a drain.
A sessions court in Thane, Maharashtra, acquitted a 33-year-old man accused of rape and cheating, stating that a long-term consensual sexual relationship based on a promise of marriage does not constitute rape.
A volleyball player from Rajasthan was allegedly abducted and beaten to death by the family of a minor girl with whom he was in a relationship, officials said on Saturday.
A 51-year-old man was allegedly strangled to death in Faridabad for opposing his daughter's relationship with the accused, who has been arrested.
A same-sex relationship between a Hindu and a Muslim woman in Sohna, Gurugram, has sparked community discussion after relatives filed a police complaint. The women, originally from Delhi, claimed they married in a temple and sought protection, leading to a gathering in their neighbourhood.
'Many relationships break down because people are unable to honestly express what they feel. If someone cannot tell their family they do not want to go ahead with a marriage, the consequences can affect not only them but everyone involved.
Police in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, have arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly coercing a young woman into a physical relationship by threatening self-harm. The arrest followed protests by right-wing activists after the incident in Shiroli.
The Supreme Court questioned a woman's sexual assault claim against her former live-in partner, highlighting the consensual nature of their relationship and the absence of a marriage bond.
It's absolutely okay for two partners in a relationship to be widely different in their likes and dislikes, says rediffGURU Anu Krishna.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor revealed that President Donald Trump views Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'a friend' and is deeply committed to enhancing cooperation with New Delhi, highlighting their personal equation as a crucial factor in advancing bilateral ties.
A 27-year-old GAIL engineer allegedly died by suicide in a Pilibhit hotel after a breakup with his long-term partner. Police investigations suggest the man was deeply distressed after the woman ended their five-year relationship.
Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt tied the knot in a registered marriage ceremony in Mumbai.
A gym trainer in Hubballi was allegedly assaulted following a dispute related to his relationship with a girl. Police are investigating the incident and have refuted claims of 'love jihad'.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that interfaith live-in relationships are legal and protected under the Constitution, granting protection to a couple facing threats from the woman's family.
Former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi asserts that India and the United States are natural partners, crucial in the geopolitical competition with China. She highlights India's pivotal role as the world's largest democracy with a young, English-speaking population, despite its "chaotic" nature. Nooyi also discusses the need for leaders to understand each other's perspectives to maintain strong bilateral ties.
"With the leverage available, I believe the scheme remains reasonably attractive," said P D Singh, India and South Asia Chief Executive Officer, Standard Chartered Bank, regarding the Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) or FCNR (B) deposits.
Trisha sends a heartfelt birthday message to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay.
Researchers have found that brainwave synchrony between individuals can be used to guide and improve social interactions, potentially "engineering" social connectedness. Studies involving thousands of participants, including collaborations with musicians and artists, demonstrated that being "on the same wavelength" is linked to healthy social relationships and can be boosted through interventions. This phenomenon, termed 'social synchrony', aligns brain, body, and language rhythms, playing a crucial role in social cohesion and learning.
Even with its flaws, Toh, Ti Ani Fuji stays with you because of how real it feels, notes Mayur Sanap.
Police in Pune have taken Siya Goyal to the location where she and Chetan Chaudhary allegedly rehearsed pushing her fiance, Ketan Agarwal, off a cliff. The incident occurred at Lohagad Fort, and Goyal's clothes from the day of the alleged murder have been recovered. The couple, who were set to marry, are accused of eliminating Agarwal as he was an obstacle to Goyal's relationship with Chaudhary.
Ben Stokes is back as England captain and insists his focus is firmly on the series-deciding Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge, after a turbulent fortnight off the field.
Do not push your children into situations that leave them feeling trapped or desperate, appeals rediffGURU Anu Krishna.
A 32-year-old man and his 19-year-old sister-in-law were found dead in Ranchi, with police suspecting suicide due to an illicit relationship.
Three members of a family, Somasundar, Muthulaxmi, and their younger daughter Supriya, were found stabbed to death in their Bengaluru apartment. Police suspect the elder daughter and her boyfriend are responsible, possibly due to the parents' disapproval of their relationship. The suspects are currently absconding, and an investigation is underway.
A young couple, suspected to be in a relationship, were found dead in a village in Chhattisgarh, India, in a suspected suicide pact.
An 18-year-old Dalit girl was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend and his associate in Uttar Pradesh following an argument related to their relationship. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Police investigating the murder of Pune-based realtor Ketan Agarwal have revealed that the victim had expressed suspicions to his family about his fiancee, Siya Goyal, being in a relationship with another man, Chetan Chaudhary. Agarwal was allegedly pushed to his death from Lohagad Fort by Goyal and Chaudhary, who are now in police custody. The victim had previously voiced concerns about Goyal's behaviour and her frequent mentions of Chaudhary.
Police have arrested the live-in partner of a techie, who was previously apprehended, in connection with the alleged triple murder of her parents and younger sister in Bengaluru. The co-accused, Kenneth, was traced and detained in Puducherry, with investigators suspecting the motive stemmed from the victims' disapproval of the couple's relationship.
England coach Brendon McCullum has strongly denied any rift with Test captain Ben Stokes, calling speculation 'amusing' after Stokes' suspension for a curfew breach.
Aamir Khan has officially tied the knot with Gauri Spratt in a private registered marriage ceremony, with exclusive inside pictures revealing the couple's first moments as husband and wife.
Explore the fascinating journey of Tamil cinema's iconic duo, Vijay and Trisha, from their blockbuster films to persistent rumours of their link-up.
'Instead of shouting or picking a fight, as soon as you feel yourself getting angry, remove yourself from the situation for a while,' advises rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating website Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.
Police said Siya and Chetan first met during a Diwali party last year and later became close. Investigators claimed the two remained in regular contact over the past several months and allegedly discussed plans to kill Ketan.
Bengal and Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel is facing a police complaint from a woman who alleges he engaged in a sexual relationship under the false promise of marriage, and subjected her to assault and criminal intimidation. Porel has strongly denied all allegations, and police have begun an investigation.
