Roli Mahajan

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That romantic winter night on train

Love and relationships
Rima and Sahil met online and had never seen each other. On a cold, foggy, January night, she decided to surprise him by taking a train from New Delhi to Kolkata. But anyone who has lived in North India knows travelling in the winter can be an adventure. Rima tell us about the journey she’d never forget!

My erection trouble - which doc to see?

Sex Problems: how to overcome them
As kids, don't we all love joking about the sexologist advertisements on the streets? 'Trouble with your private parts? Call for help!' But when Abhinav really had trouble 'performing' in bed with his girlfriend, he had no idea where to go for help.

Panditji to the rescue: The twist in my beta-shadi-kar-lo tale!

Love and relationships
Most Indian parents turn to their family panditjis when they want to get some ‘heavenly’ advice on career or marriage for their children. But something unusual happened with Himani, when her dad returned from a meeting with the panditji. What did he predict?

No ‘room’ for love

Love and relationships
Aaradhya*, a 30-year-old Delhi professor, reminisces about how she had to lie to her parents to spend some ‘exclusive’ time with her partner. However it wasn’t a choice she made willingly.

I thought I was ready for sex until I saw his penis!

Making Love
Aarti thought she was ready for sex but chickened out at the last minute. Read on to find out what got Aarti to press the retreat button!

The night I broke the rules

Sexual Harassment
Living in Delhi comes with a set of 'rules' for women – especially going out late at night is a big no-no. But what happens when you yearn for just a bit of fun? Shreya Sharma shares the story of the night when she gave into temptation.

Why I said no to my marriage

Thinking about Marriage
Srinivas met a girl and decided to marry her. Soon after, his old friend called him. That call made Srinivas say no to the marriage. Read more to hear their unlucky story…

Living as an independent genderqueer lesbian in India

Sexual Diversity
How does it feel to grow up as a genderqueer butch lesbian in India? This week, we share a personal account of a writer from Delhi who’s lost hope in finding true love…

Menstrual cups: Women’s stories

Female body
Menstrual cups are not just economical but can also be stress-free. We asked young Delhi girls why they use or refuse menstrual cups during their periods.

Online harassment: Top five facts

Sexual Harassment
Got an online profile and worried about being harassed, stalked or bullied? You’ve got a reason to be anxious. Read our top facts to stay alert… 

My FB profile had naked images!

Sexual Harassment
Arshita didn’t use Facebook or internet regularly. But one day while returning from college, her friend sent her a shocking message that changed her life.

My marriage is my decision

Thinking about Marriage
Mira was shocked to learn that her supportive parents were discussing her marriage behind her back. Find out how she decided to tackle the parental pressure…