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s. It is a novelty in a village where patriarchal mindsets have long held sway. As Mubin Sumssu poses proudly with his family after the name of his 14-year-old daughter is posted outside his gate, he envisions a new future for her. “I hope she studies well, progresses in life, does a good job, and makes a name for herself.” This is not the life that girls can traditionally aspire to in this Muslim-dominated village, which lies in one of the country’s most backward districts in the northern Haryana state. Many girls do not complete school and their lives revolve...

ss It was a long time ago when women began to wear dresses and gowns on their wedding day. But our society is changing, and so is our confidence to baulk tradition! Nowadays, there are women who want to be less feminine and aren’t comfortable with flowers and lace. They want to present themselves as individuals, and so they opt to wear something that would somewhat show who they are. The number of ladies who ditch gowns for pants is increasing, so it’s not unusual at all anymore. Here are 20 wedding pantsuits that you can use as a pattern...

Do you have a loved one’s birthday coming up in the near future? Then you’ll want to find a gift that they will cherish forever. It’s easy to find a gift that offers a one-size-fits-all solution, but finding one that’s personal to them might be a little more difficult - especially if you don’t have a large budget for the gift.  This is where this article could help. If you’re looking for an extraordinary gift idea, no matter who it’s for or their age, here are some ideas that you can take inspiration from this year that won’t break the...