India’s politicians need a lot of time to attend to 1.4 billion people. And with corruption widespread, those without families are often seen as less likely to steal.
Tag: Marriages
Thousands of Brides in India Are Abandoned by Husbands Overseas
Thousands of Indian women have been abandoned by men working overseas, leaving them trapped in their in-laws’ homes and often defrauded of dowry money.
No Shame. No Sorrow. Divorce Means It’s Party Time in Mauritania.
It is common for people in this West African desert nation to divorce many times. And when they do, the women celebrate.
India’s Top Court Begins Hearing Same-Sex Marriage Case
The Supreme Court in recent years has struck down a ban on consensual gay sex. A ruling in favor of legalizing gay unions would make India an outlier in Asia.
In China, Marriage Rates Are Down and ‘Bride Prices’ Are Up
China’s one-child policy has led to too few women. Grooms are now paying more money for wives, in a tradition that has faced growing resistance.
My Friend Helped Me Carry My Burdens. His Proved Too Heavy.
He was a precious lifeline for me during the Covid lockdown in India, but he struggled with family pressures and heartbreak.
Cuba Approves Same-Sex Marriage in Historic Vote
The sweeping 100-page law will also allow same-sex couples to adopt and includes measures that expand protections for women, children and the elderly.
Lily Safra, Star-Crossed Socialite and Philanthropist, Dies at 87
Her life was marked by tragedy, including the bizarre death of her fourth husband, but that did not stop her from giving away millions.
China Offers Women Perks for Having Babies, if They’re Married
Beijing is giving incentives to stem a demographic crisis, but its control over childbirth and its suppression of women’s rights are making it difficult for some aspiring parents to start a family.
How Sabyasachi Made the Sari Haute
As his country’s most famous designer, Sabyasachi has persuaded Indians to see the luxury in their fashion heritage. Can he persuade Americans too?