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Arson attack at Pennsylvania governor's residence prompts an independent security review

world news

Published on Apr 16, 2025 10:31 PM IST

AP |

Group home: HC notice to Chandigarh admn on plea challenging ₹20-L security deposit

The HC bench of justice Kuldeep Tiwari has sought response from the Chandigarh administration by April 22 and the case has been ordered to be clubbed with a PIL already pending adjudication before the court

The plea has been filed by four Chandigarh residents alleging that the condition of demanding <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>20 lakh as security is unreasonable, unjustified and arbitrary. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

cities

Published on Apr 10, 2025 10:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Movie Review: Jonathan Majors plays a man on the edge in the dark drama ‘Magazine Dreams’

entertainment

Published on Mar 20, 2025 01:38 AM IST

AP |

Minnesota bill seeks to classify 'Trump Derangement Syndrome' as mental illness

A new bill by Minnesota Senate Republicans aims to label Trump Derangement Syndrome as a mental illness.

The introduction of a bill by Minnesota Senate Republicans to categorize Trump Derangement Syndrome as a mental illness has ignited controversy.( (Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP))

world news

Updated on Mar 15, 2025 08:42 PM IST

ByBhavika Rathore

Influencer dies after telling fans she was starving, unable to pay rent

A 24-year-old cosplay influencer died due to her financial struggles and mental health battle.

Shi held a livestream, cosplaying as one of her favourite anime characters, a day before her death.(Reddit/@EpicGamer0622)

trending

Updated on Mar 10, 2025 09:56 AM IST

BySimran Singh

UP woman dies by suicide after cat's death, kept pet's body for 3 days

The woman's family members said that she had adopted the cat nearly two years ago and raised it "like her own child".

A woman in Uttar Pradesh refused to bury her cat for three days after it died, before eventually committing suicide(Representative/Shutterstock)

india news

Updated on Mar 04, 2025 09:25 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Give report on Sector-31 group home operation: Human rights panel to Chandigarh admn

Punjab and Chandigarh Human Rights Commission says the ₹35-crore project remains inaccessible and non-functional due to Chandigarh administration's inaction and financial barriers

In a complaint to Punjab and Chandigarh Human Rights Commission, a PU professor said despite being completed in July 2024, the group home for individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental illness in Sector 31 remains locked, unused, and without an official inauguration date. (HT Photo)

cities

Published on Feb 21, 2025 08:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Unmarried people more depressed? Study reveals why singles are at higher risk

The study uncovered particular risk factors which are responsible for depression in singles.

Single, unmarried people are more likely to be depressed because of the absence of emotional support that a marriage can provide. (Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Feb 04, 2025 12:57 PM IST

ByHT Lifestyle Desk | Edited by Adrija Dey

Woman turns pain into beauty, crafts paper stars during her mental hospital stay

A woman found solace in crafting paper stars during her stay in a mental hospital.

A woman found comfort and healing by crafting paper stars during her time in a mental hospital.
(Instagram/squishiesophie)

trending

Published on Jan 28, 2025 12:40 PM IST

ByMahipal Singh Chouhan

Journalist cites Musk's this behaviour could have ‘enormous consequences’ for US

Journalist Seth Abramson warns Elon Musk's erratic behaviour may threaten the U.S., suggesting his influence could extend to political power.

Concerned journalist claims Elon Musk's instability could threaten U.S. governance, calling for the Biden administration to act(REUTERS)

world news

Published on Jan 08, 2025 08:12 AM IST

ByTuhin Das Mahapatra

Germany: Berlin police detain man who attacked 2 people with a knife

A police statement called it an "attempted murder" after a man allegedly stabbed two people with a knife stolen from a supermarket, near a hotel, before noon.

Berlin media outlets earlier reported that the man appeared to be randomly attacking. They reported that several passersby pounced on the attacker and overpowered him until police arrived. (File)(AFP)

world news

Updated on Dec 31, 2024 10:57 PM IST

AP |

Oppn vs DMK over ‘gang rape’ of mentally ill college student in Chennai

Two accused, Naresh and Suresh, have been arrested and efforts to nab at least seven others are underway, police said.

The survivor was facing several health issues, including stomach pains, after the incident. (Representative Image)

india news

Published on Dec 09, 2024 10:26 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Noida man attempts to jump from 14th floor, rescued by residents | Video

A man, allegedly attempting suicide, was trying to jump off the 14th floor of a building but was saved by the residents.

The man was pulled back in by residents (Screengrab from video)

india news

Updated on Oct 22, 2024 09:28 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Heartstopper season 3 review: Queer teen romance shows growth, not maturity

Heartstopper season 3 review: Netflix adaptation of Alice Osman's graphic novel still has its trademark sweetness, even as it explores more mature themes.

Joe Locke and Kit Connor in a still from Heartstopper season 3.

entertainment

Published on Oct 05, 2024 03:18 PM IST

BySantanu Das

Punjab: 45-yr-old woman kills self, 2 children after spat with husband

Police officials, meanwhile, claimed the woman was mentally ill and had mistakenly added a poisonous substance to the milk which the trio drank

The trio was rushed to a hospital where they were declared brought dead, police informed. (HT File)

cities

Updated on Sep 26, 2024 07:22 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Batala

California passes law to ban or restrict smartphones in school

CALIFORNIA-EDUCATION-CELLPHONES:California passes law to ban or restrict smartphones in school

education

Published on Sep 24, 2024 05:58 AM IST

Reuters |

California passes law to ban or restrict smartphones in school

CALIFORNIA-EDUCATION/CELLPHONES:California passes law to ban or restrict smartphones in school

education

Published on Sep 24, 2024 05:57 AM IST

Reuters |

Woman with mental illness raped by 3 relatives in Chhattisgarh: Police

Locals said two of the accused were involved in the illegal sale of country-made liquor in their village in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district

According to police, the woman was in her early twenties. (Representational image)

cities

Updated on Sep 04, 2024 06:29 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Graham Thorpe 'took his own life', tried to kill himself 2 years ago

Graham Thorpe 'took his own life', late cricketer's wife Amanda Thorpe said.

Graham Thorpe passed away on August 5(Getty)

cricket

Published on Aug 12, 2024 01:57 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

One day for friends, one with no plan: 5 important days to set aside every month

From downtime to self-care to quality time with loved ones, here’s a guide to 5 essential days you need in a month to keep your life balanced and fulfilling.

Check out 5 essential days to make every month unforgettable and productive.(Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Aug 07, 2024 12:26 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

Puja Khedkar got disability certificates from Ahmednagar dist hospital

Puja Khedkar under scrutiny for allegedly manipulating disability and OBC quotas for civil services. Authorities investigating, including UPSC and local police.

UPSC has roped in All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, as the nodal agency for checks on candidates seeking disability certificates. Khedkar had allegedly not turned up for the medical tests despite many calls from the hospital. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Jul 14, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByNadeem Inamdar, Shrinivas Deshpande

My daughter has 40% visual impairment: Father of trainee IAS

Khedkar also said his daughter has “a certain category of mental illness which was also verified by medical professionals before the disability certificate was issued”

Dilip Khedkar, who retired from Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), in 2020, claimed his daughter was a victim of a conspiracy being hatched to target his family by “someone”. (HT PHOTO)

cities

Updated on Jul 14, 2024 05:56 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Assam police arrest 5 men for gangraping homeless woman with mental illness

Police said the woman was sent to Silchar Medical College and Hospital with severe injuries, and she is undergoing treatment

Police said the alleged incident happened at around 2am on Sunday but they received a complaint only on Tuesday night. (Representative image)

cities

Updated on Jul 03, 2024 02:16 PM IST

ByBiswa Kalyan Purkayastha

‘Figments of imagination’: Delhi HC junks plea seeking PM Modi’s disqualification

The petitioner alleged that the Prime Minister was attempting to kill him with the help of a former Chief Justice of India

For representational purposes only. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

cities

Published on Jul 03, 2024 01:43 PM IST

ByShruti Kakkar

How to offer emotional support to someone struggling with mental health issues

Navigating how to provide meaningful emotional support to someone grappling with mental health challenges requires sensitivity and understanding.

Providing emotional support to someone facing mental health challenges can be complex, but it is essential for their recovery.(Pixabay)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 22, 2024 03:09 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

Dispatches from the struggle to treat mental illness

In “Strangers to Ourselves”, Rachel Aviv explores “unsettled minds”

What if the diagnosis of a mental illness does not help a patient? (Pixabay)

health

Published on Jun 02, 2024 08:00 AM IST

The Economist

Man beats his parents to death with iron rod in MP’s Morena, arrested: Police

Morena ASP said that the accused is a person with mental illness and is being examined by a clinical psychologist

cities

Updated on May 15, 2024 07:18 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Sydney knife attack: Stabber Joel Cauchi suffered schizophrenia

A serious mental disorder, schizophrenia can cause hallucinations, delusions and disordered behaviour. It requires lifelong treatment.

People walk on Community Reflection Day at Westfield Bondi Junction shopping centre as it re-opens to the public for the first time after the stabbing attacks which killed several people at the shopping centre, in Sydney, Australia(REUTERS)

world news

Published on Apr 21, 2024 02:02 PM IST

AFP |

Low self-reporting in mental health: Challenges and solutions

Breaking the silence: Psychiatrists shed light on the causes behind low self-reporting of mental health issues in India and offer strategic solutions for it

Low self-reporting in mental health: Challenges, tips to tackle taboo, strategies for change, solutions (Photo by Dan Meyers on Unsplash)

lifestyle

Published on Mar 10, 2024 03:51 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Katt Williams likens Kanye West to someone with ‘mental illness’

‘If you say somebody got special needs, then why would you be watching them and holding them accountable like everybody else?’ Katt Williams argued

Katt Williams shares his brutally honest thoughts about Kanye West and his controversial antics

entertainment

Published on Jan 04, 2024 11:30 PM IST

ByArya Vaishnavi

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Latest from mental illness

Arson attack at Pennsylvania governor's residence prompts an independent security review

The HC bench of justice Kuldeep Tiwari has sought response from the Chandigarh administration by April 22 and the case has been ordered to be clubbed with a PIL already pending adjudication before the court

Movie Review: Jonathan Majors plays a man on the edge in the dark drama ‘Magazine Dreams’

A new bill by Minnesota Senate Republicans aims to label Trump Derangement Syndrome as a mental illness.

A 24-year-old cosplay influencer died due to her financial struggles and mental health battle.

The woman's family members said that she had adopted the cat nearly two years ago and raised it "like her own child".

Punjab and Chandigarh Human Rights Commission says the ₹35-crore project remains inaccessible and non-functional due to Chandigarh administration's inaction and financial barriers

The study uncovered particular risk factors which are responsible for depression in singles.

A woman found solace in crafting paper stars during her stay in a mental hospital.

Journalist Seth Abramson warns Elon Musk's erratic behaviour may threaten the U.S., suggesting his influence could extend to political power.

A police statement called it an "attempted murder" after a man allegedly stabbed two people with a knife stolen from a supermarket, near a hotel, before noon.

Two accused, Naresh and Suresh, have been arrested and efforts to nab at least seven others are underway, police said.

A man, allegedly attempting suicide, was trying to jump off the 14th floor of a building but was saved by the residents.

Heartstopper season 3 review: Netflix adaptation of Alice Osman's graphic novel still has its trademark sweetness, even as it explores more mature themes.

Police officials, meanwhile, claimed the woman was mentally ill and had mistakenly added a poisonous substance to the milk which the trio drank

CALIFORNIA-EDUCATION-CELLPHONES:California passes law to ban or restrict smartphones in school

CALIFORNIA-EDUCATION/CELLPHONES:California passes law to ban or restrict smartphones in school

Locals said two of the accused were involved in the illegal sale of country-made liquor in their village in Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district

Graham Thorpe 'took his own life', late cricketer's wife Amanda Thorpe said.

From downtime to self-care to quality time with loved ones, here’s a guide to 5 essential days you need in a month to keep your life balanced and fulfilling.

Puja Khedkar under scrutiny for allegedly manipulating disability and OBC quotas for civil services. Authorities investigating, including UPSC and local police.

Khedkar also said his daughter has “a certain category of mental illness which was also verified by medical professionals before the disability certificate was issued”

Police said the woman was sent to Silchar Medical College and Hospital with severe injuries, and she is undergoing treatment

The petitioner alleged that the Prime Minister was attempting to kill him with the help of a former Chief Justice of India

Navigating how to provide meaningful emotional support to someone grappling with mental health challenges requires sensitivity and understanding.

In “Strangers to Ourselves”, Rachel Aviv explores “unsettled minds”

Morena ASP said that the accused is a person with mental illness and is being examined by a clinical psychologist

A serious mental disorder, schizophrenia can cause hallucinations, delusions and disordered behaviour. It requires lifelong treatment.

Breaking the silence: Psychiatrists shed light on the causes behind low self-reporting of mental health issues in India and offer strategic solutions for it

‘If you say somebody got special needs, then why would you be watching them and holding them accountable like everybody else?’ Katt Williams argued

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