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Everyday explained: 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)
Published on Aug 08, 2026 12:27 pm IST

SBI plans to buy 24 apartments put out for sale by MHADA in Mumbai

The State Bank of India (SBI) has expressed interest in purchasing 24 Mumbai apartments put out for sale by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) under its First Come, First Served (FCFS) basis scheme. (Picture for representational purposes only)
Published on Aug 07, 2026 04:57 pm IST

Why do garbage bags have that white string?

Here's the reason why you will find a white string on a garbage bag.
Published on Aug 07, 2026 11:59 pm IST

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

Abhishek Sharma dropping a catch in Indian colours.
Updated on Aug 06, 2026 11:29 pm IST

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

Shreya Kalra shared her experience of surviving the show for six weeks.
Updated on Aug 06, 2026 04:38 pm IST

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.
Published on Aug 07, 2026 02:59 pm IST

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.
Published on Aug 06, 2026 12:16 pm IST

Why LPG cylinders are painted red

In India, red is used because it instantly signals danger, helping users stay alert while handling the cylinder.
Published on Aug 06, 2026 04:59 pm IST

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

Charan Singh's 1979 Independence Day speech
Published on Aug 05, 2026 10:19 am IST

IKEA plans 30 India stores by 2030, bets on locations near metro stations

IKEA plans to expand aggressively to 30 India stores by 2030, focusing on locations near transit hubs "where not everybody has to drive," Patrik Antoni, CEO, IKEA India, told HT Real Estate.
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 11:34 pm IST

Why mosquitoes bite some people more than others

Mosquitoes are attracted to certain chemical signals that humans naturally produce. (AI-generated image)
Updated on Aug 06, 2026 04:58 pm IST

1978 I-Day Speech: 'People Must Be Brave…' - PM Desai's Emergency-Linked Message

Revisiting PM Morarji Desai's 1978 Independence Day speech
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 06:34 pm IST

1965 Independence Day Speech: PM Shastri On Make In India, China, Kashmir

1965 Independence Day Speech: PM Shastri On Make In India, China, Kashmir
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 11:51 am IST

Watch: PM Nehru's Last-Ever Independence Day Speech

Revisiting PM Nehru's Last-Ever Independence Day Speech
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 06:34 pm IST

1948 Independence Day Speech: Watch What PM Nehru Said On Religious Hate

1948 Independence Day Speech: What Nehru Said On Religious Hate On 1st I-Day After 1947 Liberation
Updated on Aug 04, 2026 06:34 pm IST

Why Indian trucks have ‘Horn OK Please’ sign

The phrase 'Horn OK Please' painted on the back of an Indian truck.
Updated on Aug 06, 2026 04:58 pm IST

Akanksha Choudhary predicted her enemy would come in Lock Upp 2 | Exclusive

Akanksha Choudhary spoke about her fight with Suzzane in Lock Upp.
Updated on Aug 01, 2026 09:19 pm IST

Hyderabad woman compares corporate life with husband’s government job

A Hyderabad woman compared her corporate career with her husband’s government job and discussed their finances.
Published on Jul 24, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Indian-origin woman in the US shares how 3 lay-offs reshaped her career

Vinita Kuhikar shares her US career comeback story.
Updated on Jul 24, 2026 03:00 pm IST

Mick Jagger is awed by Indian musicians devoting lives to learning | Exclusive

At 82, Mick Jagger is still creating music.
Updated on Jul 20, 2026 12:16 pm IST

NBCC to e-auction 262 ultra-luxury apartments in Delhi’s Chanakyapuri

NBCC will e-auction 262 ultra-luxury apartments, each measuring over 4,000 sq ft (saleable area), in Delhi's upscale Chanakyapuri, with a starting price of 15 crore per unit. (Photo for representational purposes only)
Updated on Jul 22, 2026 09:29 am IST

EXCLUSIVE | Mick Jagger on social commentary in songs, being a rockstar at 82

Mick Jagger, the lead singer of The Rolling Stones, talks about their new music.
Updated on Jul 17, 2026 04:49 pm IST

Raghav Juyal says audiences need Govinda-style entertainers again | Interview

Raghav Juyal in a still from Bhai Tera Star Hai.
Updated on Jul 17, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Sakshi Sindwani gets honest about reality behind the glamour: '50 stitches...'

Sakshi Sindwani's evolution in fashion showcases her quest for authenticity, moving beyond labels like 'body-positive'. (Instagram/ Sakshi Sindwani)
Published on Jul 14, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Payal Rohatgi says Ektaa Kapoor turns reality shows into TV serials | Exclusive

Payal Rohatgi hopes Ektaa Kapoor doesn't turn Lock Upp 2 into a serial.
Published on Jul 11, 2026 06:04 am IST

Amritsar to TIME100: Vikas Khanna isn’t just cooking, he’s curating culture

Celebrated chef Vikas Khanna is rewriting the global chef playbook. (Photo credit: Deepak Das Photography)
Published on Jul 14, 2026 10:31 am IST

2026 half-yearly round-up: Ranking the worst Hindi films of the year

The Kerala Story 2 makes it to the list.
Updated on Jul 10, 2026 12:54 pm IST

2026 half-yearly round-up: Ranking the best Hindi films of the year

Main Vaapas Aaunga is one of the finest films of the year so far.
Updated on Jul 08, 2026 10:58 am IST