Articles

Safety & advice for your rishta search

Practical articles from the Live Rishta safety team: how to spot fake profiles, verify a match, handle first meetings and plan a cross-border marriage.

Safety & Scams

Spot a Fake Matrimonial Profile: 9 Warning Signs

Nine warning signs of a fake or fraudulent matrimonial profile, from stolen photos to money requests, and what to do if you suspect one.

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How to Verify a Match Before Meeting for a Rishta

A stage-by-stage checklist for verifying a prospective match: identity, work, marital status and family, plus tips for meeting safely the first time.

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NRI Marriage Fraud: Common Scams and How to Avoid Them

Common NRI marriage scams, including gift, emergency money and hidden-marriage frauds, the red flags to watch for and where to get help.

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Match Asked for Money? What to Do and Where to Report

If a matrimonial match asks for money, treat it as a scam. Steps to take now, where to report it, and how to avoid it next time.

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First Steps

What Happens at a First Rishta Meeting

What to expect at a first rishta meeting, how to prepare, what to talk about and how to decide afterwards, for individuals and families.

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Talking to Your Parents About Choosing Your Own Match

How to talk to your parents about having a say in your marriage: choosing the moment, listening, offering a middle path and handling hard reactions.

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How to Write a Matrimonial Profile That Gets Replies

Practical advice for writing an honest matrimonial profile: photos, the About Me section, partner preferences, privacy and verification.

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Community & Region

NRI Rishta Timelines, Travel and Paperwork

A realistic guide to cross-border rishtas: timelines, the paperwork to prepare, questions to settle early and how to protect yourself.

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Choosing a Match as a Doctor or Engineer

How doctors and engineers can choose a compatible match: schedules, relocation, household roles and money, with questions to ask early.

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