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Guest Column| Rebuilding Punjab for a new generation

The trajectory of Punjab’s future will be determined by the kind of governance it sees in the coming years. The state requires an administration that prioritises long-term strategic growth over short-sighted populist politics. (Representational photo)
Published on Jul 13, 2026 04:32 pm IST

Quote of the day by Sushmita Sen: ‘If you lose yourself, what have you gained…’

Sushmita Sen, known for her phenomenal performance in Bollywood movies.
Updated on Jul 14, 2026 12:00 am IST

How long before Brazil's sixth star? Ancelotti may be building the way back

Neymar reacts after losing the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match between Brazil and Norway.
Updated on Jul 06, 2026 05:57 am IST

Who was Seth Scott Hatfield? Montreal shooting suspect was an 'incel' follower

Montreal police work the scene of a shooting the day before, in Montreal on Tuesday, June 23.
Updated on Jun 23, 2026 11:36 pm IST

Human remains found at Olympic National Park identified after 26 years

Representational image.
Updated on Jun 11, 2026 11:40 pm IST

Ex-Amazon employee reflects on quitting job, choosing slow living instead

Ex-Amazon employee reflects on leaving corporate life.
Published on Jun 04, 2026 06:16 pm IST

Who was Isaac Seekell? 21-year-old pilot killed in Westerly plane crash

Representational image.
Updated on May 19, 2026 11:51 pm IST

HT Picks; New Reads

On the reading list this week is a tale about a young magician, a book that traces trauma in Indian lives, and a novel about immigration and identity. (Akash Shrivastav)
Published on May 16, 2026 03:06 pm IST

UW stabbing victim identified as trans student as suspect surrenders

UW stabbing victim Juniper Blessing (L) and suspect Christopher Leahy (R).
Updated on May 15, 2026 12:16 pm IST

Woman outside Google’s New York office says Indians must stop making jobs their

A woman shared how status obsession made people fragile when their company took away their professional identity.
Published on May 13, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Therapist shares 5 reasons why it is difficult to end long-term relationships

Letting go after a long-term relationship hurts both partners.
Published on Apr 16, 2026 06:13 pm IST

Seema Haider names newborn son ‘Bharat’, says proud of her new identity

Pakistan's Seema Haider has named her sixth child "Bharat".
Published on Apr 03, 2026 08:13 pm IST

Guest Column| Rooted in reality, AI can navigate Punjab’s future

Human intelligence ensures that politics remains grounded in reality and values, while artificial intelligence ensures that it is informed, efficient, and forward-looking. (Representational photo)
Published on Apr 01, 2026 03:45 pm IST

‘I’m very much a Bangalore girl with a British accent’: Akshata Murty

Murty also spoke about a message shared by PM Modi that shaped her perspective on identity.
Published on Mar 26, 2026 11:59 am IST

Mind The Gap: Identity under scrutiny

File photo
Published on Mar 23, 2026 08:00 am IST

Quote of the day by Kangana Ranaut: ‘We need to encourage our women for being…’

Kangana Ranaut at the Parliament premises during the February 2026 Budget Session, in New Delhi.
Updated on Mar 24, 2026 12:00 am IST

Quote of the day by Maya Angelou: ‘You may not control all the events that…’

Read more to find out what Maya Angelou's words mean!
Updated on Mar 23, 2026 08:59 am IST

Weekend events you can’t miss in Delhi (March 20-22)

Known for his relatable material, Sebastian’s performances draw from everyday quirks, relationships and personal anxieties. (Kenny Sebastian | Facebook)
Published on Mar 19, 2026 09:06 am IST

Trans activists slam proposed amendment bill, call it regressive, unconstitutional

Trans activists slam proposed amendment bill, call it regressive, unconstitutional
Updated on Mar 15, 2026 06:14 pm IST

Report: Ubud Writers & Readers Festival

The Ladies of the Booker Prize session featuring Deepa Bhasthi (second from left), Jenny Erpenbeck (centre) and Banu Mushtaq (second from right). (Courtesy UWRF)
Updated on Jan 30, 2026 01:18 pm IST

Quote of the day by Sushmita Sen: ‘Be accepting of yourself so that you are…’

Sushmita Sen's words are a powerful reminder that being accepting of yourself is the only way to accept others.
Published on Jan 22, 2026 12:00 am IST

Weekend events you can’t miss in Kolkata (Jan 16-18)

Expect shifts in tone and texture, showcasing Abish Mathew ’s range beyond traditional comedy. (Abhish Mathew Facebook)
Published on Jan 15, 2026 03:18 pm IST

Reporter’s diary: Beyond Gurugram’s high-rises, lies a city left behind

A waterlogged stretch with cratered road near Sectors 37 C-D in Gurugram (Parveen Kumar/HT)
Published on Oct 27, 2025 08:33 am IST

Indian woman's homecoming post after 5 years abroad strikes chord online

The post has resonated with many who shared similar experiences.
Updated on Oct 23, 2025 09:00 pm IST

Review: A Stone Thrown in a Pond edited by Ritu Menon

A painting from Giorgio De Chirico's Piazza d'Italia series (Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Im)
Published on Oct 04, 2025 03:42 am IST

Review of Amitesh Grover’s ‘Mehroon’: A poignant tale of desire and freedom

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A scene from the play ‘Mehroon’. (Amitesh Grover)
Updated on Sept 24, 2025 05:40 pm IST

'Phillies Karen' could be identified soon; company offers $5K for home run ball

The woman identified on the internet as 'Phillies Karen'.
Published on Sept 10, 2025 12:35 am IST

Tash Aw: “Most of us are not comfortable with our bodies”

Author Tash Aw (Courtesy The Booker Prizes)
Published on Aug 30, 2025 03:46 am IST

Taste of Life: Issues of Marathi and Marathisation ‘alive in letter and spirit’

For Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, the assimilation of English, Persian, and Urdu words into Marathi was a symbol of the domination of foreign powers and the defeat of Indians. (Hindustan Times Archives)
Published on Aug 07, 2025 03:02 am IST

Accused of wife’s murder in 2004, Delhi man finally caught in Lucknow

(For representation)
Published on Aug 05, 2025 10:00 am IST