Condoms

China slaps 13% tax on condoms and other contraceptives amid falling birth rates: Why Beijing's move has triggered mockery?

For many Chinese citizens, the move feels contradictory. The same state that is urging people to marry and have children is now making contraception more expensive.

Bangladesh has just 39 days of condoms left: Why the country’s ‘protection’ is running out

For a nation that has long projected its family planning programme as a public health success story, the shortage threatens to undo years of progress.

Chennai user bought condoms worth over Rs 1 lakh on Instamart in 2025, placed 228 orders

Last year, Instamart's top spender on condoms hailed from Bengaluru. The 2025 report analysed millions of orders placed between January and November across more than 120 cities.

Condom manufacturer delivers samples to Bold Care founder at 2.30pm, asks for feedback by 5pm

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Rahul Krishnan recounted an incident where a new condom manufacturer visited his office to deliver a large box of samples. Later that same day, the manufacturer texted him to inquire if he had already tested the products.

Paris Olympics 2024 gave out 2,20,000 male and female condoms to athletes: 'Let's stay responsible'

The packaging of the contraceptives use a mix of 'playful captions but also sober reminders for everyone to be respectful and careful in the heady Olympic summer days in France's City of Love,' Olympics.com stated.

HIV misconceptions: Does it always mean AIDS? Is it a death sentence?

Myths and facts of HIV: It is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, sharing needles, and from mother to child during childbirth or breastfeeding. Here are some common misconceptions related to HIV infection.

Zika virus: Symptoms, risks and preventive measures

Zika Virus: Following the recent case in western India, where a Pune-based Dr and his teenage daughter tested positive for zika virus infection, there is now an urgent need to comprehend and prevent its spread. Here are risks linked to zika virus and essential tips for its prevention.

Sexually transmitted infections: Watch out for unusual bleeding, pain during intercourse

STIs can also be transmitted through non-sexual means such as sharing needles, from mother to baby during childbirth or breastfeeding, and rarely through blood transfusions. Early detection and treatment are crucial to managing STIs and preventing their spread. Some STIs are curable with antibiotics, while others, like HIV, are manageable with ongoing treatment. Here are some common signs of STI

Man accidentally orders condoms to his home address. RIP brother, says Internet

A man accidentally ordered condoms to his home address and the package was received by his mother. A post of the same was shared on Twitter by a user named Elena.