Overuse of digital devices affects romantic relationships: Survey
New Delhi: While digital devices have helped couples to communicate and stay connected to each other, these have also led to arguments between nearly 60 per cent of romantic partners on overuse and cybersecurity issues, revealed a survey.
The survey led by Kaspersky Lab showed that over 50 per cent have argued about a device being used during a meal or face-to-face conversation.
Nearly 60 per cent of couples that live together, have argued with their partner due to too much time being spent on a device compared to 49 per cent of those who are dating but live separately.
This suggests that people don't like feeling neglected and want their partner's attention to be on them when they are together, the survey showed.
"These digital devices which help couples to secure their love when they are apart, can also cause arguments when they are used irresponsibly," Dmitry Aleshin, VP for Product Marketing, Kaspersky Lab, said in a statement on Thursday.
Nearly a quarter of couples have argued after one person infected the device with malware and 19 per cent have rowed after one partner lost money online by mistake or because of malware.
On the other hand, 8-in-10 people revealed that they always stay in touch with their partner online when they are apart from each other.
This digital devotion also extends to shared devices, as 53 per cent of people say their relationship has improved since sharing their online activities, such as accounts and devices.
"By making a conscious effort to take care of their digital lives -- including devices, accounts and online activities -- and to not neglect their partners in the physical world, people can enjoy the many benefits that the digital world offers without upsetting their other half," Aleshin suggested.
The survey was conducted on 18,000 people from 18 countries around the globe who have been in relationships for more than six months.
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Allahabad HC orders police protection to married couple apprehending 'honour killing'
Prayagraj (PTI): The Allahabad High Court has granted protection to a married couple who expressed fear that they may be killed by the woman's family.
The order was passed by a division bench comprising Justice JJ Munir and Justice Tarun Saxena on March 25.
"No individual can make an 'honour issue' out of a consenting adult marrying a person of their own choice. It is the state's duty to protect the life, limb, and property of such persons even against their own family members," the bench said.
The court was hearing a petition filed by Prachi Agrawal and her partner, who sought relief in connection with an FIR filed under Section 87 of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for kidnapping, and abducting or inducing a woman to compel her marriage.
The couple submitted that they married at an Arya Samaj temple and possessed a marriage registration certificate issued under the Uttar Pradesh Marriage Registration Rules, 2017.
The petitioners alleged that the woman's family members were averse to their marriage and lodged a bogus FIR against them.
The couple further submitted a joint affidavit expressing apprehension of an honour killing by the woman's family.
The court said that a prima facie case was made out and issued notice to the private respondent and granted two weeks to file a counter-affidavit.
Meanwhile, as an interim measure, the court granted the petitioners protection from arrest.
The court also explicitly ordered the woman's family members and relatives not to harm the petitioners, enter their matrimonial home, or establish contact with them directly or through any electronic means.
The bench directed the Aligarh senior superintendent of police to ensure that no harm comes to the couple and posted the matter for hearing on April 8.
