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My fiancé wants me tested for HIV – should I agree?

STDs/STIs
Auntyji, I am getting married. My fiancé has asked me to get tested for HIV. He says everyone should get it done before marriage. I am too shocked. Riya (23), Orrisa.

Why do people cheat?

Relationship problems
If you've ever been cheated on – or were the one doing the cheating – you probably want answers. Here are three science-based theories on why we cheat.

‘A Small Nick or Cut, they say…’

Female body
The film features Dawoodi Bohra women and men speaking, boldly and earnestly, about the need to end Khatna, or Type I Female Genital Cutting.

In love with my married friend - should I tell him?

Love and relationships
Auntyji, I began chatting with my ex-classmate recently and have developed feelings for him. He is married and belongs to Muslim religion. Should I confess my love to him? Alice (26), Aligarh.

Sex with your ex: helpful or harmful?

Breaking up
Does sleeping with a past partner make it more difficult to get over them? Sex with your ex might not be so bad after all, recent research shows.

Is it OK to have sex without being in love?

Making Love
Is it wrong to have sex without being in love? I like a girl and we’ve had sex a couple of times but I feel guilty and judged. Please help! Tushar (23), Kolkata

When she offered me money for sex!

Making Love
Aviv thought he was going out to party with his friend on that particular Friday night. He didn’t know how different the “fun” was going to turn out. He shares his story with us.

The four ways a relationship can change you

Love and relationships
Your relationship can change you – for better or worse. New research reveals why that should matter to you and your partner.