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HT Picks; New Reads

This week’s pick of interesting reads includes a portrait of Mirra Alfassa, a volume that shows how mate choice has shaped the world, and a book by a practising polyamorist. (Akash Shrivastav)
Updated on Mar 28, 2025 10:26 PM IST

Puducherry is world’s second-best city to visit: Here's how to explore the place

The French Quarter lies on one side of the canal that separates the town from the Indian Quarter.
Published on Nov 06, 2024 06:25 PM IST

HT Archives: 140-year French rule ends, Pondicherry merges with India

Thousands of people cheered, and a 21-gun salute was fired as the Tricolour went up. (HT Archives)
Updated on Nov 02, 2024 05:52 AM IST

HT This Day: October 22, 1954 -- Agreement signed on transfer of French enclaves to India

HT This Day: October 22, 1954 -- Agreement signed on transfer of French enclaves to India (HT)
Published on Oct 21, 2024 02:30 PM IST

India can develop one of world’s major cruise tourism destination: Official

Every year, India receives international cruises from Europe via the Red Sea, from Gulf Countries as well as cruise ships from Singapore and SouthEast Asia (Representative Photo)
Published on Jul 05, 2024 07:06 PM IST