Babar Rather

Babar Rather (he/him) is a Kashmir-based journalist with extensive experience covering legal affairs. His work has been featured in Village Square India and other publications.

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Babar Rather 18 Sep 2026

Rape laws for women do not apply to trans women, argues accused; J&K court grants bail

Bail order reasons that sexual abuse against trans women is covered by Trans Act. But it leaves open the question of whether they can access stronger rape laws for cis women
Law
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Babar Rather 09 Apr 2026

Many trans people in Kashmir have no desire to medically transition. What does the new trans act mean for them?

The amendment’s push for medical validation clashes with how gender identity is lived in the region.
Law

Babar Rather

Rape laws for women do not apply to trans women, argues accused; J&K court grants bail

Many trans people in Kashmir have no desire to medically transition. What does the new trans act mean for them?

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