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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)

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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.

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Published on Jul 05, 2024 07:06 PM IST