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Why is Walmart boycott happening in US and what items are being snubbed?
As the Walmart boycott is set to begin on April 7, the People's Union USA has called on consumers to refrain from spending money at any Walmart stores.
Updated on Apr 06, 2025 12:06 AM IST
Gender parity: Gap between intent and implementation
Despite certain advancements, the overall status and condition of women continues to reflect discrimination and subordination
Published on Mar 13, 2025 08:22 PM IST
Maja Daruwala
International Women's Day protests demand equal rights and an end to discrimination, sexual violence
International Women's Day protests demand equal rights and an end to discrimination, sexual violence
Published on Mar 09, 2025 01:00 AM IST
AP |
Are women freer in free India?: An essay by Begum Hamid Ali from the HT archives
HT’s Republic@75 special: The doors are open. 'We have only to take our rights to freedom equally with men,’ writes Ali, who served on the Planning Commission.
Updated on Jan 25, 2025 12:20 AM IST
Begum Hamid Ali
Equality above all: A call for women’s liberation
The 25th anniversary of our republic highlights women's progress, yet disparities remain in education, employment, and representation in politics.
Updated on Dec 01, 2024 03:49 PM IST
Aruna Asaf Ali
Equality above all: A call for women’s liberation
The 25th anniversary of the republic highlights women's progress since colonial times, but disparities in rights, education, and employment persist.
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 06:24 AM IST
Aruna Asaf Ali
The lodestar of We, the people
On Nov 26, 1949, India's Constitution was approved, guiding democracy for 75 years amid challenges.
Updated on Nov 26, 2024 07:51 PM IST
HT Editorial
India’s founding document sparked a social revolution
Social movements played a crucial role in shaping the constitutional discourse, laying down the foundations of equality, dignity, social justice
Updated on Nov 26, 2024 03:10 PM IST
Anurag Bhaskar
Why diversity, equity, and inclusion are non-negotiable for GenZ
This article is authored by Ankit Aggarwal, founder and CEO, Unstop.
Published on Nov 15, 2024 06:49 PM IST
Viral video: Amritsar men serve banana milkshake at langar, internet reacts
A viral video showed Sikh men in Amritsar serving a unique banana milkshake at langar, delighting visitors and garnering over 11 million views online.
Published on Oct 20, 2024 07:24 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
NYT faces heat for portraying Hezbollah's Nasrallah as champion of ‘equality’
NYT claimed in its article that Shiite Muslims “beloved” Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah for offering “social services” in Lebanon.
Published on Sep 30, 2024 07:39 PM IST
Right to equality guarantees factual not formal equality, individual can be treated as class:SC
Right to equality guarantees factual not formal equality, individual can be treated as class:SC
Published on Aug 01, 2024 07:28 PM IST
PTI |
Melania Trump raises $1.4m in GOP fundraiser at NYC Trump Tower penthouse
For the lavish event, Melania sported a $4,000 red Valentino dress and paired it with white floral heels by Christian Louboutin
Published on Jul 10, 2024 06:10 PM IST
Arya Vaishnavi
Hajj 2024: Significance behind sacred Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia
Hajj as a pillar of Islam and its deep spiritual meaning: Understanding the spiritual importance of Muslims' pilgrimage to Kaaba at Mecca in Saudi Arabia
Published on Jun 12, 2024 04:21 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Need to neutralise anti-national elements, narratives: V-P Jagdeep Dhankhar
Speaking at the 71st annual convocation of Panjab University (PU) on Thursday, V-P Dhankhar said, “Equality before law is an inevitable facet of a democracy. Some people act more privileged than others and this has to stop. People take to the streets, this trend must be neutralised. Challenge to law is a challenge to democracy and right to equality.”
Updated on Mar 08, 2024 09:02 AM IST
Rajanbir Singh, Chandigarh
Zero Discrimination Day 2024: Date, history, significance and theme
Zero Discrimination Day 2024: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and theme of Zero Discrimination Day this year
Published on Feb 29, 2024 04:50 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2024: Wishes, images, messages to share
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2024: Wishes, images and quotes by Guru Ravidas to share with loved ones on the special day.
Updated on Feb 24, 2024 10:10 AM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Important to create genuine equality of opportunity: Michael Sandel
Harvard professor Michael Sandel, known as a philosopher "with the global profile of a rock star", addresses ethical concerns worldwide.
Updated on Feb 22, 2024 05:58 AM IST
Sukhada Tatke, Mumbai
Increasing women's presence in flexi employment
This article is authored by Suchita Dutta, executive director, Indian Staffing Federation, New Delhi.
Published on Jan 11, 2024 10:41 AM IST
Hindustan Times
International Parity at Work Day 2024: Why do we celebrate this day?
International Parity at Work Day 2024: Here's the real reason why this special day is celebrated. It's time to call out discrimination.
Published on Jan 09, 2024 01:43 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
‘India loses more than 1% GDP through the exclusion of LGBT persons’
Economist MV Lee Badgett has studied the economic impact of not extending the social institution of marriage to same-sex couples. An interview
Published on Nov 27, 2023 08:49 PM IST
Neena Gupta calls feminism ‘faltu’, says women are not equal to men
Neena Gupta also shared an example from her own life to prove her point, further stressing that women need men in their lives.
Published on Nov 26, 2023 03:34 PM IST
Spirit of Constitution guides the Republic
On Samvidhan Divas, let us remember the founding document of the nation and build a stronger, more inclusive, and prosperous India for future generations
Taste of Life: Festivals are all about breaking caste barriers
‘Prabodhankar’ Keshav Sitaram Thackeray decided to publicly celebrate the festival of “Navaratra” on a grander scale, where members of all castes could participate
Updated on Oct 19, 2023 06:34 AM IST
Chinmay Damle
India and Bharat no longer that dissimilar
The gap between India and Bharat has narrowed in terms of consumer behaviour due to technology adoption and reverse migration
Updated on Oct 05, 2023 08:38 AM IST
Shuchi Bansal
Congress key panel firms up poll plans, leaders voice concern on AAP tie-up
The resentment underlined how the Congress as well as the INDIA alliance face steep hurdles at the state level ahead of negotiations on seat-sharing.
Updated on Sep 18, 2023 12:33 AM IST
Saubhadra Chatterji, Hyderabad
In a first, three Tamil Nadu women complete training to be priests
The ruling DMK revived the six priest training schools after they formed the government in 2021 after appointing 24 non-Brahmin trained priests in temples across the state
Published on Sep 15, 2023 07:12 PM IST
Kinnar Akhada’s high priest flays Udhayanidhi’s remarks on Sanatan Dharma
He says tongues of those who make such callous statements regarding Sanatan Dharma should be cut off
Updated on Sep 05, 2023 11:25 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Prayagraj
Women's equality - Making inclusive progress through collaboration
This article is authored by Rohit Ramana, co-founder, CFO & CHRO, Mintoak.
Published on Sep 01, 2023 12:30 PM IST
Hindustan Times
Women’s Equality Day 2023: Date, history, significance and celebrations
Women’s Equality Day 2023: Here's all you need to know about the date, history, significance and celebrations of Women’s Equality Day
Updated on Aug 25, 2023 01:17 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
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