Gender Norms

Finance Ministry approves senior IRS officer's request to change name, gender in landmark ruling

July 11, 2024

Finance Ministry approves senior IRS officer's request to change name, gender in landmark ruling

M Anusuya, a 2013 batch IRS officer sought to change the name to M Anukathir Surya and the gender from female to male.

June 30, 2024
Food for thought: Kerala looks to bring ergonomic revolution to home kitchens

The state coordination committee has given the nod to explore factors to be incorporated in ensuring gender-neutral spaces in households.
June 24, 2024
From gender neutrality to SC orders, Kerala school curriculum teaches new lessons now

The second part of the Class 9 Social Science textbooks will include topics which would provide basic awareness on gender spectrum.
May 06, 2024
Advantage Alfiya: Smashing notions to smithereens in a wheelchair

A fall from the fourth floor of a building had left Alfiya paralysed waist-down, Alfiya was not ready to give up. Her indomitable spirit and her will to overcome adversity, is what has led her to success.
May 01, 2024
Premature surgical menopause may raise muscle disorder risk

Premature surgical menopause can significantly raise the risk of muscle disorders like chronic musculoskeletal pain and sarcopenia.
April 28, 2024
After viral dance, Leelamma is all set to make it to the big screen

Breaking into a dance to the tune of evergreen Malayalam retro hit ‘Oru Madhurakinavin’ the 64-year-old woman unleashed her talent at a wedding reception and the 'rest is history'.
April 17, 2024
Sweden passes law to make it easier for people to change legal gender

Swedes have been able to change legal gender since 1972.

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