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Aditi on meeting Reese Witherspoon: I wish I had auditioned for Legally Blonde

Exclusive | Aditi Bhatia on meeting Reese Witherspoon: I wish I had auditioned for Legally Blonde

Updated on Jul 05, 2026 09:33 am IST

Midnight melodies and morning raags: Inside Lucknow’s first overnight baithak!

A file photo from a baithak concert held in Lucknow. (Inset) Sarod player Pandit Abhijeet Roy Chowdhury, vocalist Varun Mishra, sarod player Smit Tiwari and tabla player Pandit Ravinath Mishra

leisure

Updated on May 21, 2026 05:24 pm IST

On Holi day, Beed village honours son-in-law with unique donkey procession

mumbai news

Published on Mar 03, 2026 03:57 pm IST

Inside 300-year-old ‘gulal gota’ craft keeping Jaipur’s Holi traditions alive

Gulal gotas, originating from the Jaipur royal family, are handcrafted lac balls filled with gulal for Holi celebrations.

art culture

Updated on Mar 04, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Chasing luck like the Polish this 'Fat Thursday'? A Delhi-NCR trail to pick from

htcity foodies

Published on Feb 12, 2026 03:18 pm IST

Try Vegan Ishtu At Home, A Light, Creamy Kerala Stew Recipe For Dinner

Vegan Ishtu Traditional Kerala Stew

lifestyle

Published on Jan 29, 2026 12:32 pm IST

Try This Simple Kashmiri Bottle Gourd Curry For Better Health

Kashmiri Bottle Gourd Curry

recipe

Published on Jan 26, 2026 10:35 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

India does not ask youth to choose between tradition, modernity: Pradhan at Kashi Tamil Sangamam

india news

Published on Dec 30, 2025 09:52 pm IST

Over 30 hurt in annual ‘Hingot’ Diwali fight in Indore. What is the tradition?

Hingot is an age old tradition in the Gautampura village, about 55 kilometre north west of Indore city, when two communities attack each other with fireballs.

india news

Published on Oct 22, 2025 10:36 am IST

5 Banarasi silk sarees for Karwa Chauth: Shop on Amazon Great Indian Festival

fashion

Published on Oct 04, 2025 08:00 am IST

Women perform traditional garba without mic or instrument, video wins hearts

The women relied only on their voices and claps, bringing back traditional garba.

trending

Published on Sept 28, 2025 07:20 pm IST

This 1,000-year-old art style is the hottest trend in home decor today

India’s traditional art forms are inspiring modern creativity.

art culture

Updated on Jun 17, 2025 03:43 pm IST

Why do Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Here is a sneak peak into the history

The United States is filled with vibrant parades, upbeat music, and the aroma of tacos and margaritas on May 5.

us news

Published on May 03, 2025 04:51 pm IST

Do you know that blowing the Shankh activates your Vishuddha (throat) Chakra?

Blowing the Shankh activates your Vishuddha Chakra

astrology

Published on Apr 03, 2025 06:53 pm IST

All that ash: From pyre to ire, row erupts over Kashi’s Masan Holi

According to believers, Masan Holi follows Rangbhari Ekadashi, which will be celebrated on March 10 this year. (Rajesh Kumar/ HT)

others

Updated on Mar 08, 2025 11:26 am IST

Christmas trees at Delhi-NCR hotels: Sustainability, recycling themes rule

Here's a look at some of the Christmas trees put-up at various hotels across NCR.

htcity delhi junction

Published on Dec 24, 2024 07:00 am IST

Sweat before you feast: Why turkey trots are the new Thanksgiving ritual

On Thanksgiving, many families participate in Turkey Trots, combining fitness with tradition.

art culture

Published on Nov 19, 2024 04:03 pm IST

Suruchi Sharma on her short film Gagan Gaman, blending tradition with modernity

Filmmaker Suruchi Sharma speaks to HT about her short film Gagan Gaman and more.

others

Published on Oct 29, 2024 12:39 pm IST

Art of leaf-wrapped cooking: Can this Indian tradition lead to healthier meals?

Culinary art of leaf-wrapped cooking: Why this ancient Indian tradition could be the key to healthier meals

art culture

Published on Oct 22, 2024 01:28 pm IST

Last artisan bagpipe maker in Edinburgh fights to preserve the dying art

Artisan bagpipe maker Ruari Black, the last traditional bagpipe-makers who make everything by hand from start to finish, makes a bagpipe chanter in the workshop of Kilberry Bagpipes in Edinburgh.

art culture

Published on Oct 20, 2024 06:38 pm IST

Handmade cast iron pots from 172-year-old Japanese foundry revive ancient craft

Craftsman Katsunori Suzuki uses a brush to bring up a contour of a cooking pot to make detailed designs as he makes a cast iron pot by hand at the Oigen foundry in Oshu, northeastern Japan.

art culture

Published on Aug 12, 2024 01:09 pm IST