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Would you trade your 9-to-5 for a life of travel? Here’s what it would cost

How much does freedom cost? Know the surprising amount Gen Z and Baby Boomers need to travel full-time.

Survey reveals the true cost of living your travel dream: Can you guess the amount?(Image by Moussa Al Hariri)
Updated on Feb 20, 2025 10:48 AM IST
By | Edited by , New Delhi

Lala Lajpat Rai birth anniversary: 10 powerful quotes by the freedom fighter

Lala Lajpat Rai birth anniversary 2025: Here are a few quotes by the freedom fighter that you should know.

Every year, Lala Lajpat Rai’s birth anniversary s celebrated with a lot of pomp and grandeur.(Pinterest)
Published on Jan 28, 2025 04:09 PM IST
ByTapatrisha Das

India, EU vow to protect, promote human rights

The strengthening of international mechanisms to protect and promote human rights, democracy, freedom and rule of law were in the India-EU Human Rights Dialogue

India, EU vow to protect, promote human rights
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 04:00 AM IST
By, New Delhi

In pursuit of the next big idea to guide and transform the world

The quintessential square of inspiration thus consists of the ability to dream the impossible, the vision to articulate that dream, the pragmatism to execute the vision and the grit to persevere with it in the face of adversity.

The big idea that will see us through the era of tectonic change is conspicuous by its absence (HT Photo)
Updated on Nov 10, 2024 06:38 AM IST
ByManish Tewari

Review: The Continents Between by Bani Basu

First published nearly four decades ago in the original Bangla, this complex novel that traverses an expansive canvas of time and place, is striking for how urgently relevant it still feels

A scene in Calcutta in the 1980s. (Jayant Das/HT Archive)
Published on Nov 06, 2024 07:44 PM IST

HT Picks; New Reads

On the reading list this week is a book that traverses places that played an important role in the Independence movement and those of contemporary significance, a selection of Kiran Nagarkar’s writing, and a novel about migration and belonging

This week’s pick of interesting reads includes a book that focuses on places connected to the freedom movement, a selection of Kiran Nagarkar’s writing, and a novel about migration, belonging and the human connection. (HT Team)
Published on Sep 06, 2024 08:01 PM IST
ByHT Team

Did Beyonce really bail on DNC or was it just a rumour planted by Harris team?

Beyonce's absence from the most important event of Kamala Harris' life disappointed the singer's fan as there were speculations that she will grace the DNC.

Following Beyonce's absence from the DNC in Chicago, Republicans claimed that Democrats were engaged in a complex plot to mislead voters.(AP)
Published on Aug 24, 2024 06:51 AM IST

The loneliness of living in Bengaluru, as revealed by a ‘corporate mazdoor’

The man expressed how being alone gave him a sense of freedom. He also shared how the hustle and bustle of Bengaluru made him feel alone.

The man explained that living in Bengaluru can be lonely.
Updated on Aug 23, 2024 12:15 PM IST

Democrats reclaim freedom with Oprah, Clinton, and younger pool of leaders

Oprah Winfrey paid tribute to those Black girls who were at the forefront of fighting school segregation in the 1950s, and linked it to Kamala Harris’s story

US producer/actress Oprah Winfrey arrives to speak on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on Wednesday. (AFP)
Published on Aug 22, 2024 10:52 PM IST

The complex challenge of women’s safety

Her career has been a journey of evolution – from developer to technical lead, business analyst to product coordinator, and account manager to her current role as associate director of product management with a top Indian firm.

Safety is a far cry for most women, says Parvathi Mohan.
Updated on Aug 17, 2024 08:16 AM IST

Independence Day 2024: Take this quiz to check your knowledge of our history

Check out the quiz given below to learn how much you know about our freedom fighters and their struggle.

August 15 is always a reminder for us to pay our respects and reminiscence the bravery of our freedom fighters who made it possible to free our country from 200 years of colonial rule.(Freepik)
Published on Aug 15, 2024 08:47 PM IST
By | Edited by Tisha Jacob, New Delhi

Michelle Obama shares ‘strange’ experience after spending ‘abnormal’ 8-yr at WH

Michelle Obama spoke candidly about her family's departure from the White House and her newly discovered sense of freedom with “close friend” Melinda Gates.

Michelle Obama and Melinda Gates demonstrated their close relationship on a recent episode of latter's podcast Moments 'That Make Us'.(YouTube)
Published on Aug 08, 2024 04:16 PM IST
ByShweta Kukreti

Kamala Harris launches first campaign ad featuring Trump's mugshot, ‘We choose…’

Harris' campaign video leans into the narrative of her background as a prosecutor, drawing a contrast to the former president's track record of legal woes

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JULY 25: Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the American Federation of Teachers' 88th National Convention on July 25, 2024 in Houston, Texas. The American Federation of Teachers is the first labor union to endorse Harris for president since announcing her campaign. Montinique Monroe/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Montinique Monroe / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP)
Published on Jul 25, 2024 11:10 PM IST
ByArya Vaishnavi

Harris says 2024 race is ‘a choice between freedom and chaos’ at Wisconsin rally

Harris arrived in Milwaukee, having locked up nomination support from Democratic delegates after President Joe Biden dropped his reelection bid on Sunday

Harris is in Wisconsin to start her presidential campaign after effectively clinching the Democratic presidential nomination. (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI / AFP)(AFP)
Updated on Jul 24, 2024 04:39 AM IST
AP | | Posted by Arya Vaishnavi

Beyonce gave Kamala Harris 'permission' to use Freedom in presidential campaign

US Vice President Kamala Harris walked out to Beyonce’s song Freedom during her first official visit to her campaign headquarters on Monday.

Beyonce's song Freedom was used by Kamala Harris in her campaign on Monday.
Published on Jul 23, 2024 11:04 AM IST
By | Edited by Sanya

Biden asks Americans to lower temperature, resolve differences at ballot box

Biden said that investigation agencies, so far, did not know the motivations, opinions, and linkages of the shooter who had attempted to kill Donald Trump

US President Joe Biden addressing the nation from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC. (AFP)
Published on Jul 15, 2024 09:48 AM IST

Celebrating Juneteenth 2024: A comprehensive guide to honouring black freedom

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the historic day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom.

For over a century and a half, Juneteenth has held deep significance within Black communities. (Pixabay)
Published on Jun 19, 2024 02:36 PM IST
AP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Allahabad high court says adults free to marry, live with person of their choice

The Allahabad high court said an adult's right to solemnise a marriage or live with a person of choice is protected Under Article 21 of the Constitution.

A bench comprising Justice JJ Munir and Justice Arun Kumar Singh Deshwal criticised a judicial magistrate for sending a woman (petitioner no. 1) to her uncle's home after the uncle (respondent no. 3) lodged an FIR against her husband (petitioner no. 2). (Photo for representational purpose only)
Published on Jun 10, 2024 01:40 PM IST

Realising the essence of the Sarvodaya ideal

Jyotibhai Desa remained engaged in resisting hatred and violence that became pervasive in his twilight years.

Jyotibhai Desai(HT File)
Published on Mar 04, 2024 08:00 AM IST

Kharge counters nepotism charge; asks PM Modi, ‘Who sacrificed life for India?’

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge countered PM Modi's attack on the grand old party during his reply to the debate on Motion of Thanks in Lok Sabha.

Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge.(AICC)
Published on Feb 05, 2024 11:00 PM IST

‘I am a Hindu, I believe…’: Vivek Ramaswamy opens up about his faith

Vivek Ramaswamy, an Indian-American entrepreneur, also drew parallels between the teachings of Hinduism and Christianity.

Republican presidential candidate businessman Vivek Ramaswamy kisses his three-year-old son Karthik during the Family Leader's Thanksgiving Family Forum on Friday, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo)
Published on Nov 19, 2023 07:55 AM IST

Review: The Roof Beneath Their Feet by Geetanjali Shree

Reflecting Indian mohallas and the joint families who live there, this is a tale of the complexity of female desire and the nature of grief

Freedom to be – Children playing football on a roof in North Kolkata. (Samir Jana/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Oct 26, 2023 05:47 AM IST
BySharmistha Jha

Canada oppn leader says will restore ‘professional relationship’ with India

Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Conservative Party, is favoured to become next PM as his party is leading the incumbent Liberal Party by over double digits

Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre (centre) at a Navratri event in the Greater Toronto Area. (Pierre Poilievre/X)
Updated on Oct 22, 2023 10:31 AM IST

The Art and Science of Fitness | Lessons from ‘The Fault in Our Stars’

Contrary to the 2014 Hollywood film title, it’s not our fate that determines our lives, but our actions or rather our inaction. Put on a smile, and get moving

Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort in a still from The Fault in Our Stars.
Updated on Oct 09, 2023 03:53 PM IST

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.

Hyderabad: (L-R) Congress leaders Pawan Khera, P Chidambaram and Jairam Ramesh duirng a press conference after the CWC meeting.(PTI)
Updated on Sep 18, 2023 12:33 AM IST
By, Hyderabad

Tarot Card Readings: Tarot daily prediction for August 31, 2023

Let us delve into your daily tarot predictions for August 31, 2023.

Read your daily tarot prediction for August 31, 2023(Pixabay)
Published on Aug 31, 2023 12:05 PM IST

3 zodiac signs will embrace independence from love from August 23, 2023

On August 23, three zodiac signs experience a sense of independence from love. On August 23, three zodiac signs experience a sense of independence from love.

Today, three zodiac signs will be strongly inspired by this transit to take action.
Published on Aug 23, 2023 01:46 PM IST

Artists showcase works in colours of unity and freedom

Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi is organizing an art exhibition in Sector 17 Underpass to celebrate 76 years of independence. The exhibition features works of eminent artists from across the country and tricity. The paintings pay tribute to India's heritage and the people who fought for freedom. A one-day art workshop was also organized as part of the exhibition. The exhibition will be open until August 18 from 11am to 7pm.

Some of the artworks on display at the exhibition (HT Photos)
Updated on Aug 16, 2023 08:26 PM IST

Independence Day special: Raashii Khanna says she wanted to be an IAS officer and serve the country

Actor Raashii Khanna however says she is grateful that as an actor now, she can be an IAS officer as well as a politician on-screen.

Raashi Khanna shares her favourite memories from Independence Day.
Updated on Aug 15, 2023 09:54 AM IST

Greatness that’s not only material but also moral and spiritual is our goal

"This is one of the days about which the poet had remarked that to be born in heaven and to be alive is bliss"- GB Pant wrote in 1947

India now or hereafter, the people of today and their descendants, for all time to come will never forget the debt they owe to Mahatma Gandhi. (HT Photo)
Published on Aug 14, 2023 10:11 PM IST
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