The Supreme Court has ruled that access to menstrual hygiene products and facilities is part of the right to life under Article 21, saying lack of access harms the dignity of girl children ...

The court’s reasoning is anchored in the concept of “substantive equality”. While Article 14 of the Constitution guarantees equality before the law, the court noted that treating everyone exactly the ...

The Supreme Courts recognition of menstrual hygiene as a right to life is a landmark step for womens dignity and stigma-free education, said public health experts on Saturday.

The Supreme Court on Friday delivered the judgment on pan-India implementation of the Centre's policy 'Menstrual Hygiene ...

Supreme Court rules menstrual hygiene a fundamental right, ordering free sanitary pads, proper toilets, and dignity for girls ...

Hopefully, the apex court’s directive would lead to an improvement in menstrual infrastructure in educational institutions: ...

The Supreme Court’s ruling last week that the right to menstrual hygiene and health is an integral part of the Right to Life ...

The Supreme Court mandated free biodegradable sanitary pads for all girl students in government and private schools. Schools must provide gender-segregated, accessible toilets with water, handwashing ...

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 diseas ...

Doctors highlight moringa-based sanitary pads as a skin-friendly option that may lower irritation and infection risks while ...

The Constitution of India is a noble document that seeks to promote equality, dignity, and harmony among the people, while ...

The Supreme Court has ruled that access to menstrual hygiene and menstrual products is a fundamental right under Article 21, ...