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30-year-old man dies of drug overdose

chandigarh news

Published on Jul 29, 2025 04:00 IST

A man in his early 30s allegedly died of drug overdose in the city on Monday. His body was found outside the medicine market near the bus stand. The family of the deceased revealed that he had returned from a drug de-addiction centre about 10 days ago. (Representational image)

Backstreet Boys singer AJ McLean talks about sobriety since relapsing in 2021

Backstreet Boys member AJ McLean

Published on Jul 11, 2025 07:59 IST

14-year-old dies by suicide as parents snatch mobile phone

14-year-old dies by suicide as parents snatch mobile phone

Published on Jun 11, 2025 03:06 IST

Doomscrolling got you addicted? Expert shares signs and 4 screen time tips

Doomscrolling alters your brain functions.

Updated on Apr 24, 2025 08:41 IST

No ‘deepmala’ for drug peddlers: Punjab CM reiterates bulldozer justice warning

Khalsa College for Women (KCW) students holding up placards while participating in the anti-drug rally led by Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal at Aarti Chowk in Ludhiana on Wednesday. (ANI Photo)

chandigarh news

Updated on Apr 2, 2025 09:11 IST

Liza Minnelli documentary sheds light on those who helped shape a superstar

Liza Minnelli documentary sheds light on those who helped shape a superstar

Published on Mar 31, 2025 15:26 IST

Senior citizen duped of ₹24.48 lakh; two held in Pune

The accused, Mohammad Hanif Mohammad Afsar (52) and Iftikhar Rahimkhan Pathan (31), both brothers-in-law, manipulated the victim and gained access to his mobile banking details. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Mar 30, 2025 24:00 IST

Craving a glass of soda? Study warns you might fall prey to molecular addiction

Soda can make the body rewire itself at an cellular level to crave more sugar.

Updated on Mar 27, 2025 08:00 IST

20 of 46 OOAT centres in Ludhiana dist running sans counsellors

The guidelines say every OOAT centre must have at least one counsellor. (HT Photo)

chandigarh news

Published on Mar 7, 2025 02:16 IST

Can you survive 3 days without your smartphone? Here's how it affects your brain

Reducing smartphone use for 72 hours triggers brain changes similar to addiction.

Published on Mar 5, 2025 06:26 IST

Hooked to the screen? 6 tips to overcome screen addiction in teens

“Effective coping mechanisms to combat screen addiction can include mindfulness practices, digital detox, and seeking support from mental health professionals," said Urvashi Musale.

Updated on Mar 2, 2025 11:17 IST

Screens and teens: Loneliness to obsessive thoughts, effects on mental health

“Screen addiction is a behavioral addiction characterized by excessive and compulsive use of digital devices," said Urvashi Musale.

Updated on Mar 1, 2025 07:56 IST

Ben Affleck ‘hasn’t ruled out dating’ but prioritises self-care post-divorce

Ben Affleck, recently divorced from Jennifer Lopez, is open to dating but remains cautious as he emphasises sobriety and personal growth.

Published on Feb 28, 2025 11:39 IST

‘Relapsed’: Kanye West hooked on nitrous oxide again

Kanye West has reportedly relapsed. Worried insiders claim that his nitrous oxide addiction was back.

Published on Feb 21, 2025 03:46 IST

Quick to blame others? Study hints at checking your screentime

Blaming others is not seeing their own actions and blindly pointing fingers.

Updated on Feb 20, 2025 08:22 IST

Children glued to screens? Expert shares a guide for parents to help them

Children often have a high screen time, refusing to give their phones to parents.

Updated on Feb 10, 2025 10:49 IST

Ditch the scroll, hit the gym: Exercises that break your Internet addiction

Addicted to screens? Here’s why you should sweat it out instead!

Updated on Feb 7, 2025 07:47 IST

One more episode? Expert reveals the dark side of binge-watching temptation

People often binge-watch for very long periods.

Published on Feb 6, 2025 10:57 IST

Teenager kills self after being stopped from playing mobile game in Kurukshetra

The body was recovered near Dheerpur railway station, about 15 km from Kurukshetra. (iStock)

chandigarh news

Published on Feb 1, 2025 02:18 IST

Adult star Emily Willis ‘permanently disabled’ after ‘ketamine addiction’ rehab

Ex-adult star Emily Willis has since regained consciousness, but a recently filed lawsuit declares her "permanently disabled."

Published on Jan 31, 2025 01:08 IST

Unmet emotional needs in relationship: Study shows people turn to social media

Relationship feels shallow when partners turn to social media.

Updated on Jan 22, 2025 10:50 IST

Cash helps quit smoking? Study says it's particularly effective for these people

Smoking causes deaths and fatal, chronic diseases at an unprecedented rate, globally.

Updated on Jan 20, 2025 10:51 IST

Is social media addiction real? Study explores its effect on adolescents

Social media addiction among adolescents is troublesome.

Updated on Jan 15, 2025 12:40 IST

Are you addicted to compulsive sexual behaviour? Study reveals gender trends

Compulsive sexual behaviour: A new study uncovers surprising gender and age trends.

Updated on Jan 11, 2025 05:27 IST

Gaming addiction? Here's how mindfulness meditation might help break the cycle

Mindfulness meditation shows promise in treating internet gaming disorder.

Updated on Dec 28, 2024 10:46 IST

30-year-old OnlyFans star spends ₹53 lakh to look like 'Barbie for life'

Fetisch Barbie has Botox in her “whole face” along with filler injected in her cheeks, chin, nose and lips too.

Published on Dec 28, 2024 08:25 IST

Feeling Blue: How Coco Mellors crafts flawed but human characters

Coco Mellors is the author of Cleopatra and Frankenstein (2022) and Blue Sisters (2024).

Updated on Nov 8, 2024 19:23 IST

Addicted to Instagram Reels? It could reveal something about your childhood

The instant gratification of the short-duration content makes it an easy distraction.

Updated on Nov 1, 2024 14:00 IST

Over 19 men test HIV positive after contact with same girl in Uttarakhand

Testing showed that many were HIV positive, leading to an investigation that uncovered a shared connection among the cases. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Updated on Oct 31, 2024 04:28 IST

Are you guilty of phubbing too? The latest relationship-killer is your phone

Don't let your phone de-humanise you.

Published on Oct 29, 2024 07:51 IST

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