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‘They are living life, we are surviving it’: Indian man rants after Europe trip
An Indian man expressed envy for Europe’s work-life balance and infrastructure after visiting cities like Zurich and Paris.
Updated on Mar 31, 2025 10:17 AM IST
Delhi voters have made their choice: Governance priority No. 1
For effective planning, there is a need to envision an active role for the National Capital Region Planning Board, which was reconstituted last year.
Updated on Feb 27, 2025 04:54 PM IST
Santosh Nargund
Happiness in poorer countries does not follow typical U-shaped curve − people are often happiest in middle age
Happiness in poorer countries does not follow typical U-shaped curve − people are often happiest in middle age
Published on Feb 03, 2025 08:49 AM IST
PTI |
Guest Column | Are we a metro to have a Metro
Chandigarh has grown and, with satellite cities of Mohali and Panchkula mushrooming on both ends, the place is now referred to as tricity; however, the culture of nine to five remains dominant
Updated on Nov 10, 2024 07:38 AM IST
Col Avnish Sharma (retd)
Indian techie wants to move from Europe to Bengaluru. What Reddit told him
An Indian man's post about a shift to Bengaluru from Europe drew negative comments from users flagging concerns over work-life balance and quality of life.
Published on Oct 17, 2024 01:19 PM IST
Muskaan Sharma
Odisha brings out guidelines for geriatric care training
In 2011, Odisha had 39.8 lakh persons aged 60 years and above, constituting 9.5% of its total population, which is higher than the national average of 8.6%. By 2031, this number is expected to rise to 17 %
Published on Oct 07, 2024 03:42 PM IST
Debabrata Mohanty
Switzerland is world's best country in 2024, India drops three spots: Survey
Switzerland has placed first in the Best Countries Ranking 2024 for the third year in a row, while India ranks at 33, three spots below last year
Updated on Sep 10, 2024 03:04 PM IST
Ria Amol Wadikar
NRI couple says moving to Australia gave them better quality of life, but…
An NRI couple talks about the difference in life in Australia vs India
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 05:12 PM IST
Bengaluru couple moves to Luxembourg for better quality of life, lower taxes
Prateek Gupta and Neha Maheshwari moved from Bengaluru to the small European country of Luxembourg, trading bigger paychecks for superior quality of life.
Updated on Sep 11, 2024 10:05 AM IST
Delay in joint replacement surgery increases complications: Experts
“In cases of both first time joint replacement and revision replacement surgery , if there is unwarranted delay the complications at the time of surgery increase. They only add to time taken for recovery hence it is advised to get timely surgery done for best results,” said Prof Ashish Kumar, HoD orthopaedic surgery at King George’s Medical University (KGMU).
Published on Sep 01, 2024 10:30 PM IST
The Mumbai Puzzle: What makes the city tick despite adverse conditions?
How and why does Mumbai rank better in terms of economics and human capital despite having one of the worst rankings on the quality of life?
Updated on Jun 04, 2024 09:23 AM IST
India inches up 1 place on UN HDI, is now placed 134
India improved its global ranking on UN Human Development Index, with progress in life expectancy, education & income, but lags behind South Asian neighbours.
Updated on Mar 15, 2024 01:29 AM IST
Zia Haq, New Delhi
Group rehabilitation boosts quality of life for long-term covid patients: Study
A study in The BMJ suggests that an online program for physical and mental health rehabilitation could improve the quality of life for those with long covid.
Published on Feb 08, 2024 04:55 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Washington Dc
Smart Cities Mission: A SWOT analysis
A look at what the NDA government's flagship programme has managed to achieve in 100 cities across the country — and what still remains to be done
Updated on Jan 26, 2024 09:09 PM IST
Less than one percent needy get palliative care: Experts
Doctors expressed their views at a lecture organised at KGMU, Lucknow, to mark World Hospice & Palliative Care Day on Oct 14
Updated on Oct 15, 2023 07:26 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
PM Modi launches week-long ‘Sankalp Saptaah’ for aspirational blocks
According to official press release, Sankalp Saptaah is closely aligned with the nationwide Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP).
Updated on Sep 30, 2023 12:15 PM IST
List of top 10 countries for best quality of life
There are various factors which ensure a high standard life, including the country of one's residence.
Updated on Sep 19, 2023 05:14 PM IST
Adarsh Kumar Gupta
BJMC & SGH to study role of gut microbiome in kids with ASD
The Microbiology and Psychiatric Department of the BJMC will begin the study that will include more than 100 children - both with special needs with ASD and without ASD
Published on Sep 11, 2023 11:51 PM IST
Vicky Pathare
Seeking the perfect home? Explore the Top 10 cities to live in the USA
US News & World Report reveals the best places to live in the US. Affordable housing and thriving job markets await in these top cities.
Published on May 16, 2023 05:47 PM IST
India poised to become 3rd largest construction market in next 2-3 yrs: Goyal
Goyal pointed out that the Real Estate sector is one of the critical sectors that will serve to ensure good quality of life for people.
Published on Apr 16, 2023 02:08 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Yagya Sharma
‘Drainage Master Plan 2051 to end waterlogging, other civic woes in Lucknow’
“A proper drainage network is a prime necessity for the state capital where waterlogging is reported in low-lying areas after heavy rainfall, said municipal commissioner Inderjeet Singh.
Updated on Apr 06, 2023 08:51 PM IST
Nature-based activities boost senior citizens' health and quality of life: Study
Studies have demonstrated that spending time in nature has positive psychological, emotional, and physical effects. Researchers found that seniors should spend as much time in nature as possible to maximise its health benefits.
Published on Feb 25, 2023 07:50 PM IST
ANI | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri, Pennsylvania
Sport improves concentration, quality of life in primary school pupils: Study
The results of the study have shown that the higher the level of children's physical fitness, the better they can concentrate and the higher their health-related quality of life.
Published on Apr 06, 2022 08:27 PM IST
ANI |
African-American cancer survivors tend to survive more with social needs: Study
A study from the American Cancer Society claims about the relationship between lower health-related quality of life with social needs factors of African-American cancer survivors.
Updated on Nov 29, 2020 02:55 PM IST
Michigan [US] | Asian News International | Posted by Jahnavi Gupta
Diwali pollution: Delhi-NCR exhibits irresponsibility, again | HT Editorial
If both governments and citizens are so lackadaisical about air pollution and its ill effects, even in the midst of a raging climate crisis and a pandemic, the Delhi-NCR region will struggle to get the clean, blue skies, good air, and the quality of life that it should aspire to.
Updated on Nov 16, 2020 04:31 PM IST
Hindustan Times
Why the new climate centre for cities matters | HT Editorial
Already bearing the impact of the climate crisis, it can help cities bridge gaps
Updated on Jul 28, 2020 06:13 AM IST
Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent
The story of my campaign: How I created a drive to provide sanitisers across police stations during coronavirus pandemic
During such difficult times, the police officials are at the forefront, protecting the citizens across communities who have been affected during the global pandemic and helping in distributing resources. Read on.
Updated on Apr 27, 2020 02:17 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Shounak Malhotra
Horoscope Today: Astrological prediction for April 22, what’s in store for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs
Horoscope Today: Are the stars lined up in your favour? Find out the astrological prediction for Aries, Leo, Virgo, Sagittarius and other zodiac signs for April 22.
Updated on Apr 22, 2020 06:49 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Dr. Prem Kumar Sharma & Manisha Koushik
Build smart, but also slow, cities | HT editorial
Adopt a slow pace of growth and shift focus to the quality of life
Updated on Jan 17, 2020 08:27 PM IST
Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent
Five healthy lifestyle habits to follow for a longer life
Researchers have found that maintaining five healthy habits may increase years lived free of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Updated on Jan 11, 2020 03:33 PM IST
New York | Indo Asian News Service