A social evil that still exists behind the name of “tradition.” Even today, in modern India, many marriages are still connected with money, gifts, cars, and social status. Despite education and strict laws, dowry continues to exist in different forms, sometimes openly, sometimes hidden behind the word “gifts.” Every year, many women face […]
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Every time a horrific rape case shocks the country, people demand justice, stricter laws, and stronger punishment. Social media fills with anger, protests begin, and leaders promise change. But after some time, the outrage fades, while the fear many women live with every day remains the same. Can India Actually Become a Rape-Free
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In a world where women are constantly told to “push harder” and “do more,” Palak Sachdeva, Founder of Fitwithpalak, is gently shifting the narrative towards balance, self-awareness, and true healing. Her journey is not just about fitness. It’s about helping women reconnect with their bodies, understand their health, and choose themselves without guilt. “I’m
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When love starts feeling like confusion, guilt, and emotional exhaustion. Sometimes, a relationship doesn’t hurt you loudly. It confuses you quietly. You’re not being shouted at. You’re not being hit. But you constantly feel: Drained Guilty Overthinking everything And the most dangerous part? You start believing it’s your fault.
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By Team SheLit Success is often seen as a straight path, but for many women, it is a journey filled with patience, resilience, and the courage to rise after setbacks. Mehak Garg, a Chartered Accountant from Delhi currently working as a Finance Analyst at McKinsey & Company, represents the strength and determination that
Every year on March 8, the world celebrates International Women’s Day. Social media fills with purple posts, inspiring quotes, and messages praising women as strong, powerful, and unstoppable. Flowers are given, speeches are made, and companies post their “support” for women. But behind the celebration, a deeper question remains: Is Women’s Day
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By Team SheLit In a digital world obsessed with perfection, Jevan Bhatti is choosing something different, growth. A data science student at Simon Fraser University, working in hospital staffing and operations, and building a fitness-driven online presence, Jevan represents a new generation of women who are balancing ambition, resilience, and authenticity. But
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Useful for teens and parents When we talk about child safety in India, one law stands out as a strong shield for children: The POCSO Act. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 was made to protect children from sexual abuse, harassment, and exploitation. Many people have heard the name
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In the early 20th century, when women’s education was considered unnecessary and even “dangerous,” one Bengali woman stood up against the system with nothing but courage, intellect, and her pen. Begum Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain (1880–1932) was a writer, educator, and social reformer who became one of the strongest voices for women’s rights in South Asia.
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Periods are natural. They are biological. They are normal. And yet, in India, menstruation is still treated like a “secret,” a “shame,” or worse, something impure. For centuries, women and girls have been forced to suffer silently because of myths, restrictions, and misinformation. From being told not to enter temples to being discouraged
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