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menstruation
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July 29, 2026
Kerala High Court urges government to consider menstrual leave for KSRTC women conductors
The petitioners had also told the court that around 3,000 women staff work in the operating sector of KSRTC. Despite the pleas to the government, no decision had been taken on it
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May 28, 2026
Why the Supreme Court’s latest observation on menstruation matters beyond hygiene
The larger and deeper impact of the Supreme Court’s observation lies in dismantling barriers faced by adolescent girls, so they can thrive with courage and dignity
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May 15, 2026
From UTIs to fertility issues: The hidden health risks of poor menstrual hygiene
Poor menstrual hygiene can increase the risk of infections, urinary tract issues, pelvic inflammatory disease, and even long-term reproductive health complications
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March 16, 2026
Menstrual leave: A choice rather than privilege? Women’s take on SC order
The SC cautioned that making menstrual leave mandatory through legislation could lead employers to become hesitant about hiring women, highlighting the need for careful consideration of such policies
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February 15, 2026
PMS isn’t 'just mood swings': What’s REALLY happening before your period
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) affects millions of women, causing mood swings, bloating, fatigue, and emotional distress in the days before a period
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February 06, 2026
HPV vaccine rollout a mirage; why menstrual hygiene may be India’s low-hanging cervical cancer key
While the Supreme Court’s pronouncement as a right is an in-principle win, there is much ground to be covered. The first step is ending the coyness in public discourse in talking about 'women's diseases'
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January 30, 2026
Menstrual hygiene is a fundamental right under Article 21, rules Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has ruled that access to menstrual hygiene and menstrual products is a fundamental right under Article 21, linking it to dignity, privacy, equality and education
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January 30, 2026
Moringa for menstrual health: How these new sanitary pads combat UTIs and period inflammation
Medical experts are increasingly advocating for moringa-based sanitary pads as a natural, skin-friendly solution to resolve recurring menstrual health issues
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November 20, 2025
Menstrual leave in India: Progressive reform or workplace setback?
Debate on menstrual leave in India highlights the need for a thoughtful, balanced national policy that supports women’s health without reinforcing workplace discrimination or stigma
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November 10, 2025
Relief for working women: Karnataka’s new paid menstrual leave policy sparks national conversation
Karnataka has become the first state to approve one day of paid menstrual leave every month to all women employees across the government and private sectors
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October 23, 2025
Explained | Is Karnataka's paid menstrual leave policy a leap towards equality or a source of new biases?
The Karnataka government’s recent decision to grant one day of paid menstrual leave every month has reignited public debate on whether menstrual leave is a step towards equality or a potential source of new biases at work
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May 28, 2025
Beyond blood: The emotional toll of menstruation
A new report by period care brand Mahina sheds light on the mental load, emotional strain, and daily disruptions faced by women in Indian cities—pushing the conversation beyond hygiene and access.