News for 'right to choose partner'

Can A Couple With Different Political Views Have A Healthy Relationship?

Can A Couple With Different Political Views Have A Healthy Relationship?

Rediff.com2 days ago

With political divisions dominating conversations, can couples with opposing views stay together?

Why Gen Z Is Choosing Arranged Marriage

Why Gen Z Is Choosing Arranged Marriage

Rediff.com28 May 2026

'It's not arranged vs love marriage anymore. It's about meeting the right person through a system that actually works for you.'

World IVF Day: 10 Habits That Lower Sperm Count

World IVF Day: 10 Habits That Lower Sperm Count

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

From what goes on your plate to how long someone sits with a laptop on their lap, seemingly harmless habits can make a big difference, warns says Dr Aakil Khan, consultant and urologist at KIMS Hospitals, Thane.

'Divorced, Single, Unable To Trust Anyone'

'Divorced, Single, Unable To Trust Anyone'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

'Start with forgiveness,' counsels rediffGURU Archana Deshpande, an image consultant and founder of TransformMe Life Skills Coaching.

'If You Can't Tell Your Family You Don't Want To Marry...'

'If You Can't Tell Your Family You Don't Want To Marry...'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

'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.

10 Questions Men Hate Hearing From Wives

10 Questions Men Hate Hearing From Wives

Rediff.com7 days ago

Married men reveal the everyday questions from their wives that leave them feeling awkward, guilty or annoyed.

'I Want Roles That Scare Me'

'I Want Roles That Scare Me'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

'If a character doesn't challenge me, I don't get excited about it.' 'I don't mind failing while trying, but I need to feel that fear of wondering how I'm going to pull it off.'

HC upholds right to choose partner, faults verdict over conversion for marriage

HC upholds right to choose partner, faults verdict over conversion for marriage

Rediff.com24 Nov 2020

Amid a row over 'love jihad', the Allahabad high court has ruled that the right to choose a life partner "irrespective of religion" is intrinsic to the right to life and personal liberty.

Beware Of A Push-Pull Relationship

Beware Of A Push-Pull Relationship

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

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.

'My Boyfriend Upsets Me and I Get Angry Quickly'

'My Boyfriend Upsets Me and I Get Angry Quickly'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2026

'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.

Avoid Costly Mistakes In ITR Filing

Avoid Costly Mistakes In ITR Filing

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

With more granular reporting and enhanced data matching, mismatches are likely to be identified more quickly.

Putin: Sanctions threat on India will 'boomerang' under Modi

Putin: Sanctions threat on India will 'boomerang' under Modi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted that any attempts to undermine India's sovereignty through 'threats of sanctions' would 'boomerang immediately' under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, highlighting India's sovereign decision-making and strong national interests.

What Joint Account Holders Must Know

What Joint Account Holders Must Know

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Read all account documents, ask questions, and conduct basic due diligence before agreeing to become a joint holder.

'If Your Child Says No To Marriage...'

'If Your Child Says No To Marriage...'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2026

Do not push your children into situations that leave them feeling trapped or desperate, appeals rediffGURU Anu Krishna.

'Husband Shares Everything With His Best Friend'

'Husband Shares Everything With His Best Friend'

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Both friendship and marriage have their own space and should not infringe on each other, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.

Adults' right to marry cannot be interfered with: HC

Adults' right to marry cannot be interfered with: HC

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

The Delhi High Court has affirmed that consenting adults have the constitutional right to marry, and no one, including family or the state, can interfere with their decision. The ruling came in response to a petition from a couple seeking protection from the woman's father.

In Love With Two Men. How To Choose The Right One?

In Love With Two Men. How To Choose The Right One?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of QuackQuack, answers your questions about dating and relationships.

'Why Do Women Have To Adjust In A Marriage?'

'Why Do Women Have To Adjust In A Marriage?'

Rediff.com25 May 2026

'Respect in a marriage doesn't come from adjusting more. It comes when the other person realises you won't keep accepting less,' says rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, mind coach and founder of Let Us Talk Foundation.

'Challenges Are Not New To Us'

'Challenges Are Not New To Us'

Rediff.com18 May 2026

'Unfortunately the treasury is empty, in zero. So we have to first make money for the development activities of the state, and also to continue the welfare measures.'

Shweta Tripathi: 'I Don't Want Drama In My Life'

Shweta Tripathi: 'I Don't Want Drama In My Life'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

'I like to celebrate who I am. I like to experiment, and am not afraid to make mistakes. You have to be your biggest cheerleader.'

Mental Health: What Is Trauma Bonding?

Mental Health: What Is Trauma Bonding?

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Tanvi Singh, a mental health expert and founder of Leap of Love Foundation, explains how you can identify various signs of a traumatic relationship.

FWICE Revokes Ranveer Singh 'Ban'

FWICE Revokes Ranveer Singh 'Ban'

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees has officially withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, a move prompted by a legal notice from the actor and significant intervention from leading industry bodies, signalling a potential resolution in the Don 3 dispute.

Does Your Partner Ignore House Chores?

Does Your Partner Ignore House Chores?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

rediffGURU Anu Krishna suggests how to deal with a partner who doesn't contribute to house chores.

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

The Doctor Who Saved Thousands Of Babies

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

Thousands and thousands and thousands of adults owe their lives to the commitment and medical fervour of Dr Armida Fernandez, who a grateful nation honoured with the Padma Shri this year.

'My Wife Posts Everything On Social Media'

'My Wife Posts Everything On Social Media'

Rediff.com11 May 2026

rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of online dating web site Quack Quack and Rebounce, a matrimony platform counsels a married man how to explain to his wife about privacy and boundaries in a relationship.

Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari on System: 'There Is Hope After Every Setback'

Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari on System: 'There Is Hope After Every Setback'

Rediff.com22 May 2026

'It's so liberating when there are two heroes in the film who are walking along and being each other's strength. When that happens, it shows on screen.'

What To Do When Parents Disapprove Of Your Partner

What To Do When Parents Disapprove Of Your Partner

Rediff.com3 Oct 2025

You need to first answer an important question -- what matters most for your long-term happiness? Your parents' wishes or staying with a partner you love, advises rediffGURU Kanchan Rai, founder of the Let Us Talk Foundation.

Why Chinnaswamy lost IPL 2026 final? BCCI explains decision

Why Chinnaswamy lost IPL 2026 final? BCCI explains decision

Rediff.com7 May 2026

IPL chairman Arun Singh Dhumal explains the reasons behind shifting the IPL final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, citing higher seating capacity and an ICC board meeting.

No longer CM, but will keep an eye on Bihar's development: Nitish Kumar

No longer CM, but will keep an eye on Bihar's development: Nitish Kumar

Rediff.com20 Apr 2026

JD(U) president Nitish Kumar has stated his intention to continue monitoring development work in Bihar, despite stepping down as chief minister. He plans to spend most of his time in Bihar, ensuring the continuation of previous good work under the new government.

UN chief 'deeply troubled' by Trump's Iran remarks, urges Hormuz freedom

UN chief 'deeply troubled' by Trump's Iran remarks, urges Hormuz freedom

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed deep concern over US President Donald Trump's warning to Iran and appealed for the re-establishment of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

'BF Checks My Phone Without My Permission'

'BF Checks My Phone Without My Permission'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

If your partner doubts you when you haven't done anything wrong, you may need to address their behaviour and communicate how you feel, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

'Thank You For Every Sleepless Night, Every Hug'

'Thank You For Every Sleepless Night, Every Hug'

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Film folk have been celebrating Mother's Day on Sunday, and posting loving pictures on social media.

Still Want To Buy Gold? 5 Tips To Reduce Your Cost

Still Want To Buy Gold? 5 Tips To Reduce Your Cost

Rediff.com15 May 2026

With duties at 15%, GST at 3%, and making charges running as high as 20% -- the gap between a smart purchase and a careless one can easily be Rs 30,000 to Rs 50,000 on every Rs 1 lakh invested. And most of that gap is entirely avoidable. Ramalingam Kalirajan explains the math.

Wife Thinks I'm Dating My Co-worker

Wife Thinks I'm Dating My Co-worker

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

Sometimes, in marriages, people start to feel less valued and trust issues can stem from that same feeling, observes rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO of Quack Quack, an online dating web site, and Rebounce, a matrimony platform.

Why Professionals Are Returning to Flipkart

Why Professionals Are Returning to Flipkart

Rediff.com13 Apr 2026

Homegrown e-commerce giant Flipkart is experiencing a significant trend of senior leaders rejoining the company, driven by its people-first culture, opportunities for growth with ownership, and the chance to solve problems at an India scale.

Can Women Over 40 Have A Normal Delivery?

Can Women Over 40 Have A Normal Delivery?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

While fertility does decline with age, many women have successfully delivered babies after the age of 40, notes Dr Rohan Palshetkar, consultant IVF specialist at Bloom IVF and Palshetkar Patil Nursing Home.

Check Margins To Choose Right Tax Regime

Check Margins To Choose Right Tax Regime

Rediff.com29 May 2025

Besides wrong selection of ITR form, many professionals claim deductions they are ineligible for.

Forced to Buy Home Loan Insurance? Know Your Rights

Forced to Buy Home Loan Insurance? Know Your Rights

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Ask rediffGURU Naveenn Kummar your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

War fears cloud Iran's FIFA World Cup trip to the USA

War fears cloud Iran's FIFA World Cup trip to the USA

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Eighteen months of preparation hang in the balance at a Tucson-based multi-use sports facility, where organisers say they remain in daily contact with FIFA about hosting Iran's national soccer team, even as geopolitical turmoil threatens to upend their World Cup plans.

How Sleep, Screen Time Affect Your Sex Life

How Sleep, Screen Time Affect Your Sex Life

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Burnout reduces pleasure, curiosity, and the ability to feel desire, even in healthy relationships.