Edit Profile
crown
Subscribe Now
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
Get App
Copyright © HT Digital Streams Ltd. All rights reserved.
Sign in

    App Exclusive News

    Why do old books smell so good?

    That magical old book smell? It's vanilla, almond and chocolate notes from decaying paper. Science calls it 'material degradomics'. (Freepik)
    Lifestyle
    Published 16 hours ago

    Everyday explained: Why do we yawn when we see someone yawning?

    It is difficult to stop yawning when you see someone else yawn.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 1 day ago

    Why do ceiling fans usually have three blades? Here’s the science behind it

    Your ceiling fan has three blades for a reason.
    Lifestyle
    Published 2 days ago

    Everyday explained: Why are there yellow tiles on metro platforms?

    The yellow tiles with raised patterns are to help the visually impaired navigate the urban landscape.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 3 days ago

    Why do the panels on an airplane wing open mid-air before landing?

    Learn why the flaps open on an aircraft before landing.
    Lifestyle
    Updated 5 days ago

    Why are manhole covers always round and not square or rectangular?

    The circular shape of manhole covers enhances load distribution and prevents falling through openings.
    Lifestyle
    Published 6 days ago

    Why do Indian sweets have silver layer on top?

    Edible silver, known as vark, is a traditional element in Indian sweets.
    Lifestyle
    Published 7 days ago

    ‘Beginning of another’: How Hindustan Times reported freedom on August 15, 1947

    Hindustan Times newspaper on the morning of August 15, 1947.
    India News
    Updated 8 days ago

    'I ask parents of terrorists…" : PM Modi's first Independence Day speech

    'I ask parents of terrorists…" : PM Modi's first Independence Day speech
    India News
    Updated 8 days ago

    Why do petrol pumps ask you to switch off car engine?

    File: A petrol pump attendant refuels a vehicle at a Bharat Petroleum (BP) gas station in Delhi
    Lifestyle
    Updated 8 days ago

    'Navy's 1st nuclear submarine…': On 2013 I-Day, PM Manmohan's military message

    'Navy's 1st nuclear submarine…': On 2013 I-Day, PM Manmohan's military message
    India News
    Updated 8 days ago

    Why do airplane windows have rounded edges?

    Find out why aircraft have round windows.
    Lifestyle
    Published 9 days ago

    'Pakistan exporting terror': On 1995 I-Day, PV Narasimha Rao's warning

    'Pakistan exporting terror': On 1995 I-Day, PV Narasimha Rao's warning
    India News
    Updated 9 days ago

    'Foreign infiltrators…': on 1996 I-Day, PM Deve Gowda's Northeast alert

    'Foreign infiltrators…': on 1996 I-Day, PM Deve Gowda's Northeast alert
    India News
    Updated 9 days ago

    'Indian economy 4th largest today'– Atal Bihari Vajpayee's last Aug 15 speech

    'Indian economy 4th largest today'– Atal Bihari Vajpayee's last Aug 15 speech
    India News
    Updated 9 days ago

    'Those who consider corruption…': PM Gujral's appeal in 1997 I-Day Speech

    'Those who consider corruption…': PM Gujral's appeal in 1997 I-Day Speech
    India News
    Updated 10 days ago

    Manav Sardana to Shikhar Dhawan: Prominent homebuyers at DLF’s The Dahlias

    The Dahlias is currently under construction.
    Trending
    Updated 11 days ago

    Why airplane lights are dimmed during takeoff and landing

    As the plane takes off, the cabin lights are dimmed immediately.
    Lifestyle
    Published 12 days ago

    Why you have to stop storing onions and potatoes together

    We’ve all done it. But storing onions and potatoes together makes both spoil faster. Keep them separate to avoid waste. (Freepik)
    Lifestyle
    Published 13 days ago

    'Separatism In Kashmir, Punjab…': In 1990 I-Day speech, VP Singh's warning

    'Separatism In Kashmir, Punjab…': In 1990 I-Day speech, VP Singh's warning
    India News
    Updated 14 days ago

    Why do elevators almost always have mirrors?

    Elevator mirrors aren’t just for selfies. Learn the psychology, safety, and accessibility reasons behind this design trick. (Unsplash)
    Lifestyle
    Published 14 days ago

    Why do garbage bags have that white string?

    Here's the reason why you will find a white string on a garbage bag.
    Lifestyle
    Published 15 days ago

    Rajiv Gandhi's 1989 Independence Day speech

    Rajiv Gandhi's 1989 Independence Day speech
    India News
    Updated 16 days ago

    Great Indian catching slump: T Dilip leaves behind a crisis demanding answers

    Abhishek Sharma dropping a catch in Indian colours.
    Cricket
    Updated 16 days ago

    Lock Upp 2 winner Shreya Kalra calls out ‘selective hypocrisy’ of inmates

    Shreya Kalra shared her experience of surviving the show for six weeks.
    Entertainment
    Updated 16 days ago

    What is the unique number on trains?

    From 1989 to 2010, long-distance passenger trains used four-digit numbering, which has now changed to five digits.
    Lifestyle
    Published 16 days ago

    Pankaj Tripathi recalls how a Hindustan article changed his life in his 20s

    Pankaj Tripathi will be honoured by the Government of Victoria in Australia.
    Entertainment
    Published 16 days ago

    Space push, cricket World Cup &…: Indira Gandhi's 1983 I-Day speech

    Space push, cricket World Cup &…: Indira Gandhi's 1983 I-Day speech
    India News
    Updated 16 days ago

    Why LPG cylinders are painted red

    In India, red is used because it instantly signals danger, helping users stay alert while handling the cylinder.
    Lifestyle
    Published 17 days ago

    'If corruption…': In 1979 I-Day speech, then-PM Charan Singh's stern message

    Charan Singh's 1979 Independence Day speech
    India News
    Published 18 days ago
    Home / Topic / App Exclusive / News
    • mint-logo
    • HH-logo
    • mint-lounge
    • HT_Auto
    • httechlogowhite
    • ht-bangla
    • healthshots
    • OTT-icon
    • slurrp-icon
    • smartcast-logo
    • ht-kannada
    • ht-tamil
    • ht-telugu
    • ht-marathi
    • logo-fab-play
    • VCCircle_logo-white
    • TechCircle_logo_white
    • VCCEdge_logo_white
    • edge-insights-logo
    • shineLogo
    © 2026 HindustanTimes