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'Was told not to go to Noida': Yogi Adityanath recalls rejecting ‘superstition’

Yogi Adityanath said that he believes in his faith, not superstitions.
india news
Published on Mar 31, 2026 12:02 pm IST

Why I consider 13 to be my lucky number

Historically, the significance of 13 stretches back into the mists of time. Most people believe it has Biblical connotations. (AP)
opinion
Updated on Jan 18, 2026 12:04 am IST

Review: The Case of the Mysterious Witches by Mallika Ravikumar

PREMIUM
A photograph from December 2013 of Shanti Sandipurti from Bandgaon in Jharkhand. She was accused of being a witch. (Ramesh Pathania/Mint Archive)
books
Updated on Jan 15, 2026 06:13 am IST

Eating 12 grapes more: 5 New Year’s superstitions for good luck

Each grape is believed to represent a month of the new year and is meant to bring prosperity and good fortune.
us news
Published on Jan 01, 2026 11:59 am IST

Can you shower or wash dishes on New Year’s Day? Folklore beliefs explained

There is no scientific evidence that cleaning, washing dishes or showering on New Year’s Day affects luck or fortune.
us news
Updated on Jan 02, 2026 05:59 am IST

2 booked for claiming prayer cures cancer at public event

According to the police, the incident took place on December 21 at around 10am at the R Cube Cultural Hall in Mohan Nagar. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
pune news
Published on Dec 24, 2025 04:20 am IST

Property dealer chops 17-yr-oldgrandnephew into pieces toward off ‘planetary troubles’

The accused, Sharan Singh, in police custody on Thursday. (HT)
lucknow news
Published on Aug 28, 2025 07:49 pm IST

Why is Friday the 13th considered unlucky? All you need to know

Why is Friday the 13th considered unlucky?
us
Published on Jun 13, 2025 06:43 pm IST

Pune ‘miracle tree’ with holy water turns out to be leaking pipe, video viral

Believing that "miracle water" with “healing powers” was flowing from the trunk, many began worshipping it with traditional offerings.
trending
Updated on Jun 10, 2025 02:52 pm IST

Missing veggie seller: How a deleted phone mssg helped crack ‘sacrifice’ of 8-yr-old

The cycle and the box used in the crime (Sourced)
lucknow news
Published on Feb 06, 2025 10:15 pm IST

Tale of fraud, fake murder unravelled: 5 of a gang nabbed for duping Badaun farmer

The farmer lodged an FIR under BNS sections 318 (4) for cheating, 316 (2) for criminal breach of trust and 388 (2) for demanding extortion by putting person under fear of getting framed in a murder case at Baradari police station on Wednesday. (Pic for representation)
lucknow news
Published on Feb 01, 2025 07:02 am IST

Does the evil eye really protect you? Tracing it's lore beyond the closet

Has fast fashion diluted the legend-attested efficacy of the the evil eye?
htcity
Published on Dec 30, 2024 03:27 pm IST

Wear that lucky shirt! It's good to be superstitious once in a while

Fingers crossed, some simple superstitions may even help find confidence.
health
Updated on Nov 22, 2024 04:00 pm IST

Man kills grandmother in Chhattisgarh, offers blood in superstitious ritual

Chhattisgarh man allegedly murders grandmother in ritualistic superstition incident. (File Photo)
india news
Published on Oct 20, 2024 03:30 pm IST

Why is Friday the 13th considered unlucky?

Today in Friday the 13th, the first of 2 this year with another scheduled for December
htcity
Published on Sept 13, 2024 02:31 pm IST

Friday the 13th: Here's what the internet is saying about this myth-filled day

Friday the 13th sparks superstitions and social media buzz.
trending
Updated on Sept 13, 2024 01:14 pm IST

SC emphasises need for education, refuses to entertain PIL on superstition

The Supreme Court emphasised that courts have limitations and cannot entertain every issue. (HT PHOTO)
india news
Updated on Aug 02, 2024 12:20 pm IST

Aunt, her mother held for human sacrifice of two minor siblings in Muzaffarnagar

Aunt, her mother held for human sacrifice of two minor siblings in Muzaffarnagar (PIC FOR REPRESENTATION)
others
Updated on May 22, 2024 07:43 pm IST

Why ‘Beware the Ides of March’? Historical significance and other unlucky dates

A turning point in Roman history recreated in Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar, which again popularised the line "Beware the Ides of March".
us news
Published on Mar 15, 2024 08:53 pm IST

Is Friday the 13th truly unlucky? Why so?

The Ominous Date: Fear of Friday the 13th
trending
Published on Oct 14, 2023 06:05 am IST

‘Dr Dabholkar’s work is rooted beyond Maharashtra’

The mastermind of Dr Dabholkar’s death is still at large. His son Hamid Dabholkar who carries his mantle now and heads the Andha Shraddha Nirmoolan Samiti, says that while the violence against the rationalists underlined the changing social atmosphere in the country, the job of the rationalists has only got tougher. (AP)
mumbai news
Updated on Aug 20, 2023 12:28 am IST

Zero convictions in cases registered under Anti-Black Magic Act in Pune

The Black Magic Act was enacted to combat the rampant prevalence of superstitious practices that exploited individuals’ fears and convictions. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
pune news
Updated on Aug 20, 2023 12:03 am IST

Casteism, superstition: Thought-provoking play ‘Bayan’ compels audience to ponder

Artists of National School of Drama staging ‘Bayen’ at the Sangeet Natak Academy on Thursday. (HT Photo)
lucknow news
Updated on May 25, 2023 11:30 pm IST

‘Make sure of ghar wapsi…’: Bageshwar Dham Sarkar accepts ‘miracle’ challenge

Bageshwar Dham Sarkar, was at an event in Chhattisgarh's Raipur when he urged for “boycotting those who speak against Sanatana Dharma”.
india news
Published on Jan 20, 2023 01:29 pm IST

Myths related to sexual and reproductive health of women

Myths related to sexual and reproductive health of women 
health
Updated on May 26, 2022 07:44 am IST

The Taste with Vir Sanghvi: From zero to gau mutra

The Taste with Vir Sanghvi: From zero to gau mutra
opinion
Updated on May 19, 2021 06:34 pm IST

Here’s how superstitions spread in society

Builders often omit the thirteenth floor from their floor plans, and many pedestrians go well out of their way to avoid walking under a ladder.
relationships
Updated on Apr 22, 2019 12:14 pm IST

Telangana assembly elections 2018: Politicians take to superstitions to ensure victory

TRS president and chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao is known for his staunch faith in customs and rituals.
telangana assembly election 2018
Published on Nov 14, 2018 08:42 am IST

Lunar eclipse: Astronomers dispel superstition about eating during the eclipse

A full moon is seen during a lunar eclipse in Beijing, China January 31, 2018.
science
Updated on Jul 26, 2018 09:30 am IST

Superstition reigns as Bundelkhand prays for rain

While unseasonal rains wreaked havoc in 2016, the last two seasons have seen Bundelkhand not getting enough rain, which has deepened the water crisis.
lucknow news
Published on Jul 19, 2018 02:26 pm IST
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