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Defamation case: Bathinda court directs Kangana to appear in October

The court has ordered Kangana Ranaut to appear physically on October 27. The summons will be served through the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP).

### Background of the Case

The case dates back to January 2021, when Ranaut allegedly defamed an elderly woman farmer on social media during the farmers’ agitation.

### Allegations and Complainant

The defamation complaint was filed by Mahinder Kaur, a 73-year-old resident of Bahadurgarh Jandian village in Bathinda. She alleged that Ranaut had defamed her in a social media post by mistakenly identifying her as Shaheen Bagh protester Bilkis Bano.

Ranaut’s tweet read, “She is the same daadi who featured in Time magazine for being the most powerful Indian. And she is available in 100.”

Feeling harmed by these remarks, Kaur filed the case on January 4, 2021, claiming damage to her reputation.

### Legal Proceedings

In February 2022, the Bathinda court issued summons to Ranaut. Following this, Ranaut approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking relief; however, her petition was dismissed.

She then moved the Supreme Court, which also refused to intervene and upheld the lower court’s order.

Ranaut maintained that she had only reposted a lawyer’s social media post without making any independent remarks. Despite this, the Bathinda court found sufficient grounds to continue the proceedings and rejected her plea for a virtual appearance.

### Supreme Court’s Comments

Earlier this month, Supreme Court Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta commented on the case during proceedings. The bench observed,

*”It was not a simple retweet. You have added spice. What this means is a subject matter of trial. Don’t ask us to comment on what is written in the tweet. It may prejudice your trial.”*

The judges noted that the Member of Parliament from Mandi had not merely shared the tweet but had added her own comment, which is central to the trial.

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The upcoming court date will be critical in determining the next steps in this ongoing defamation case involving Kangana Ranaut.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/bathinda-court-summons-kangana-in-october-in-defamation-case/story

Survey Reveals 40% Of Gen Z Women In Mumbai Rely On Social Media For Fertility Advice

**Mumbai: New Survey Reveals Significant Gaps in Fertility Awareness Among Gen Z Women**

A recent reproductive health survey has highlighted notable gaps in fertility awareness and reproductive health management among Gen Z women in Mumbai. The survey, conducted by Motherhood Hospitals and Nova IVF Fertility across metros and tier-1 cities, polled over 200 women aged 23–30.

For context, “Gen Z women” refers to the demographic born roughly between the mid-1990s and early 2010s.

### Key Findings on Hormonal Health

In Mumbai, the survey found that:

– 35% of respondents believed they had no hormonal issues.
– 40% reported having hormonal issues but said they were managing them.
– 25% admitted to being diagnosed with conditions such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), thyroid disorders, or endometriosis but were not managing them effectively.

These findings shed light on how young women perceive fertility timelines, available options, and their sources of reproductive health information.

### Sources of Reproductive Health Information

The survey revealed a strong reliance on informal channels for reproductive health advice among Mumbai’s Gen Z women:

– 40% relied on social media.
– 35% sought advice from friends.
– 15% depended on TV or movies.
– Only 10% turned to family for information.

Experts have raised concerns that this dependence on informal sources, coupled with a lack of proactive health management, can have serious long-term consequences.

### Expert Insights on Awareness and Testing

Dr. Rita Modi, Senior IVF Consultant at Motherhood Fertility and IVF, Kharghar, emphasized the existing knowledge gaps:
“Over 50% of women have heard of the AMH test, yet many don’t understand its significance. This knowledge gap, combined with untreated lifestyle-related issues such as obesity, PCOS, and thyroid disorders, poses serious risks for future parenthood.”

Dr. Sneha Sathe, Fertility Specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, Chembur, added:
“While 55% of women believe fertility declines only after 35, problems can arise much earlier. Tests like AMH, semen analysis, and ultrasounds provide valuable insights. Alarmingly, 40% of respondents didn’t know what AMH was, and only 20% believed fertility tests should be part of routine health check-ups.”

### Changing Attitudes Towards Parenthood

The survey also reflected evolving views on parenthood among Mumbai’s young women:

– 27% planned to delay having children due to career or financial readiness.
– 18% expressed no desire to have children at all, illustrating the growing popularity of the “DINK” (Double Income, No Kids) lifestyle.

### Call for Increased Awareness and Support

With India’s fertility rate steadily declining, experts are calling for:

– Stronger awareness campaigns on reproductive health.
– Workplace fertility benefits, such as egg freezing.
– Proactive reproductive health education to help young adults make informed decisions about their futures.

As reproductive health becomes an increasingly important topic, addressing these gaps and misconceptions is crucial for empowering Gen Z women in Mumbai and beyond.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/survey-reveals-40-of-gen-z-women-in-mumbai-rely-on-social-media-for-fertility-advice

Social Media Is Changing Japan’s Everyday Language

One question asked whether people truly understood the original meaning of certain words. For example, *tsukanu koto* actually means something unrelated to the conversation so far, though many respondents were unsure.

Language has always evolved, and the rise and fall of words reflects the times. Expressions such as *kogal*, which became popular among high school girls in the late 1990s, or *MD* (Sony’s MiniDisc released in 1992), have already disappeared from dictionaries. Even *Famicom*, Nintendo’s 1983 home console, was among the 1,000 words removed from Sanseido’s *Dictionary of Words That Disappeared*, published in 2023.

At the same time, new expressions continue to emerge with every generation. In the latest survey, more than 70 percent of respondents said new words had increased with the spread of SNS (social networking services). Teenagers gave examples such as *shabai*, used to describe someone being unavailable or a situation being uncool, and *aa-ne*, a shortened way of saying *naruhodo ne* (“I see”).

But the survey also tested whether people understood the original meaning of long-established words. One example was *yakubusoku*. While often used to mean lacking ability, its original definition is that a role is too small for someone’s abilities. Only 45.1 percent of respondents answered correctly.

Another word was *niyakeru*. Many people in their fifties described it as smiling happily or sheepishly, but the original meaning is to be effeminate or weak. Respondents were surprised, though some recalled being told not to *niyakeru* when scolded at school.

Similarly, *shiodoki* is now widely taken to mean the end of something or the time to give up, with nearly half of respondents using it that way. However, the original meaning is the right or favorable time. One respondent in their twenties admitted, “I didn’t really know Japanese. I got it wrong.”

These findings illustrate how language both adapts and drifts from its origins.
https://newsonjapan.com/article/147037.php