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A Goa state of mind

The sunshine state is tasked with dispelling the darkness of the year

As the sun threatens to set, you spot yoga fiends contorting their bodies so expertly, it looks like an act of open aggression against the resolutely inflexible(Parth Garg)

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Published on Dec 20, 2020 07:01 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByRehana Munir

Shaheen Bhatt: A second opinion about being a rebel

The mental health champion holds forth on common issues that plague youngsters today

There’s no harm in getting a second opinion before going with a mental heath diagnosis

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Published on Dec 20, 2020 07:01 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByShaheen Bhatt

Upcycling ups Delhi-NCR mood: Pots, cutlery, furniture get a makeover amid pandemic

From simple household furniture such as trunks and cupboards to cutlery and bottles, denizens have given a twist to most, while being on #WFH.

Delhi-NCR denizens, in times of social distancing, have added a dash of colour to old household objects while at home.

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Published on Nov 20, 2020 09:42 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByMallika Bhagat, New Delhi

Living alone in the pandemic? Hacks to help you tackle lockdown loneliness

Unbroken solitude can play tricks on the mind. It helps to record your dreams and fears, make tangible things and, if all else fails, learn to revel in your ability to fight with your back to the wall.

lifestyle

Updated on Oct 11, 2020 04:51 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByParamita Ghosh

HT Brunch Cover Story Summer Fitness Special: The fabulously fit Katrina Kaif

If you think the actor is in top form these days, it’s because she’s taking care of her body, mind and spirit

Katrina Kaif says that fitness has always been a huge part of her life and it’s not just working out at a gym. Make-up by Daniel Bauer; Hair by Franco Vallelonga; clothes and shoes, Reebok(Taras Taraporvala)

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Updated on May 17, 2020 01:05 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByVeenu Singh

World Health Day 2020: Ayurvedic tips to keep calm during lockdown

With an impending sense of negativity, economy on a downward trajectory and new challenges that these difficult times must have thrown at you it is easy to get bogged down. The key is to keep your mind calm and stay positive. This World Health Day, we look at some Ayurvedic tips that are helpful in keeping yourself calm.

The key is to keep your mind calm and stay positive. This World Health Day, we look at some Ayurvedic tips that are helpful in keeping yourself calm.(Unsplash)

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Updated on Apr 07, 2020 04:09 PM IST

ByDr. Partap Chauhan

Guest article by Nandita Das: Manto’s India... present, continuous, tense

The mirror that Manto held up to the country all those years ago still reflects the same issues

For Nandita Das, spreading ‘Mantoiyat’ – the desire to be more honest, courageous and free spirited – was one of the main reasons for making the film on Manto

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Updated on Jan 26, 2020 12:03 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByNandita Das

“I don’t eat anything that doesn’t feel right,” says Amaan Ali Bangash

The sarod player says that pizza, pasta and fried foods are a big no-no for him

Amaan Ali Bangash relaxes by spending time with his nephews. He also believes that short bursts of stress can help one accomplish a goal.

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Published on Jan 25, 2020 05:12 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPurnima Goswami Sharma

Travel: Walking the Camino, twice over!

The Camino del Norte, one of the 30-day walking routes to the Santiago Cathedral in Spain, can lead you to places within yourself. What made this young Indian boy walk the walk a second time?

Visitors can synchronise their morning walk, in the beach town of Pobena, with the sunrise(Gaurav Gupta)

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Updated on Oct 20, 2019 12:16 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByGaurav Gupta

“Clothes don’t define us, we define them”: Bandana Tewari writes an exclusive essay on fashion in times of social media

Bandana talks about fashion and it’s changing scenario with the onset of social media trends

Curating ourselves to perfection can be soul-depleting (Model: Yenifer. On Yenifer: Pants, Rajesh Pratap Singh; ganji, Zara; jacket, NorBlack NorWhite; jewellery, En Inde; shoes, Adidas Originals)(Photo shot exclusively for HT Brunch by Hari Nair)

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Updated on Aug 31, 2019 11:54 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByBandana Tewari

HT Brunch Cover Story: India’s biggest fashion editors write exclusive editorials to explain the ‘September issue’

What makes September the most special month in the fashion calendar? To answer this question, we get three of India’s best-known editors to explain, elaborate and celebrate the September issue.

Three of India’s biggest fashion editors pick out looks and answer the question: what makes September the showstopper in the timeline of high fashion? (Location courtesy: Roseate House New Delhi; Styling: Shamali Singh; Make-up and hair: Leeview Biswas; models: (from left) Tanisha, Yenifer (Anokhi Talents) and Rakshita (Blunt Creatives)(Photos shot exclusively for HT Brunch by Hari Nair)

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Updated on Sep 02, 2019 12:44 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySamreen Tungekar

14 Stages Of Culture

Mumbai is often known as the cultural hub of the country. One reason for this can be that people from various cities migrate here, and bring their cultural sensibilities with them. Culture can be portrayed through plays, paintings and art forms. Moreover, places such as Prithvi Theatre and NCPA present it to the audience in its best form.

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Updated on Aug 29, 2019 05:29 PM IST

Mumbai | ByGayathri Menon

Are you anxious all the time?

If you are worried even in the absence of something to worry about it could be Generalised Anxiety Disorder

The first step in addressing GAD is recognising that this is a disorder, not a state of mind or a response to situations.(istock)

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Published on Aug 24, 2019 07:21 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByDipanjan Sinha

Meet India’s first Marie Kondo-Style tidy-up guide

Gayatri Gandhi is India’s first certified KonMari consultant. Here she clears the air around KonMari Method™, its effectiveness and spills some beans on how to achieve the much-talked Japanese minimalism.

Gayatri Gandhi, India’s first certified KonMari consultant, with Marie Kondo, the popular declutter expert.

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Published on Jul 27, 2019 07:00 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySamriddhi Nandi

Humour: Finding ‘farrago’ in Paris

And how to manage absurdly small trips to overwhelming cities without turning into an Insta-obsessed, currency-converting, overachieving holiday zombie.

In France, the summer solstice is celebrated as the Fête de la musique – a day-long celebration of music(Photo Illustration: Sunil Kumar Mallick)

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Updated on Jul 07, 2019 11:50 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByRehana Munir

HT Brunch Cover Story: Iconic British chef Marco Pierre White on his love for Indian food, and his disinterest in cooking it!

Chef Marco, the youngest to ever win three Michelin stars at 33, is in a different state of mind. In an exclusive chat, he tells us how he loves Indian food, but doesn’t want to cook it. Here’s why.

Chef Marco Pierre White sampling the traditional Onam Sadhya in Bengaluru, India. Photos shot exclusively for HT Brunch by Prabhat Shetty(Location: Riwaz, The Ritz-Carlton Bangalore)

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Updated on Jun 24, 2019 04:51 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByLubna Salim

Sleepless in the sack? See what’s keeping you awake, and how to fix it

One of the casualties of modern living is sleep. Most people aren’t getting enough, and those that are, are having their sleep compromised by elements of their everyday.

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Updated on Jul 12, 2019 04:15 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByDipanjan Sinha

Is modest dressing having a major moment in fashion?

Covered-up sensuality paves the way for the new-age design aesthetic.

Huma Qureshi picked a ruffled dramatic creation by Gaurv Gupta for her Cannes outing.(Instagram/iamhumaq)

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Updated on May 27, 2019 01:44 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByManish Mishra

HT Picks: The most interesting books of the week

Mental health, a murder mystery set in a principality in the Sahayadiris, and a book of short stories on disregarding the 10 commandments on this week’s reading list

On this week’s reading list: mental health, a murder mystery set in the 1920s in a principality in the Sahayadiris, and a book of short stories on disregarding the 10 commandments.(HT Team)

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Updated on May 17, 2019 06:19 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Team

Djokovic says Gimelstob right to quit ATP board, praises contribution

The 42-year-old Gimelstob stepped down from his post amid controversy after pleading no contest in a Los Angeles courtroom to felony assault charges reduced by a judge to a misdemeanour.

sports

Updated on May 07, 2019 09:38 AM IST

Madrid | ByAFP

Mental health: 3 foods to make you brainier

Binge on these to boost your mental health

Foods like ashwagandha, turmeric and walnuts help improve mental well-being(Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Apr 20, 2019 10:27 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByDr Lovneet Batra

Home decor trends 2019: Revamp your home this year with these must-try interior decoration ideas this year

From the Pantone colour of 2019 in your living spaces, to geometric patterns to the return of the classic kitchen, here are some of the top home decor trends likely to be seen in 2019.

Revamp your home this year with these must-try interior decoration ideas in 2019(Unsplash)

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Updated on Jan 13, 2019 10:13 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Delhi | BySaumya Sharma

It’s all in the brow right now: The evolution of eyebrows through decades and the top trends

New trends are born on Instagram everyday and they interest some and some just choose to react to it and not try it out. Quirky eyebrow trends are big on Instagram right now and we aren’t complaining

It’s all in the brow - try these new trends in eyebrow fashion(Instagram)

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Updated on Nov 14, 2018 01:54 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Delhi | BySrishti Jha

If you worry too much, playing Tetris could help calm you down

Researchers found that state of perfect disengagement may improve the otherwise-emotionally unpleasant experience of waiting for uncertain news.

The Tetris study is key because it experimentally manipulates flow and shows effects of that manipulation.

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Updated on Oct 30, 2018 11:52 AM IST

Press Trust of India | ByPress Trust of India, Los Angeles

World Emoji Day: Here are emojis that get celebs talking

From their favourites, to the ones they use when they are most annoyed, here are the emojis that the celebs are using in their chats.

Bollywood celebs tell reveal their favourite emojis.

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Updated on Jul 17, 2018 11:58 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByEtti Bali, New Delhi

A director wanted to see how I look in a nightie, says Mahie Gill

Mahie Gill says that there was a time when she just stopped meeting directors at their office or took a friend along so that no one would act smart.

Actor Mahie Gill will next be seen in Tigmanshu Dhulia’s Saheb Biwi Aur Gangsgter 3.

entertainment

Updated on May 01, 2018 05:24 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByMonika Rawal Kukreja, New Delhi

Varun Dhawan talks marriage plans, working with Alia Bhatt again on birthday

Varun Dhawan is a busy man with two films in his kitty right now and has no time to celebrate birthdays.

Varun Dhawan greets his fans during screening of film October in Mumbai on April 13, 2018.(IANS)

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Updated on Apr 24, 2018 08:55 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByPrashant Singh, New Delhi

‘Lucky’ Lucknow treating me well: Saurabh Shukla

Shooting his fourth film in Lucknow, national-award winning actor Saurabh Shulka is loving his acting stint in Lucknow.

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Published on Apr 13, 2018 04:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Lucknow | ByDeep Saxena

Kapil Sharma said he is not in the right state of mind, claims Bharti Singh

Bharti Singh is the latest one to support Kapil Sharma and requests some “space” for him as he grapples with his health.

Bharti Singh, who has worked with Kapil Sharma, claims she spoke to him after the recent fiasco.

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Updated on Apr 11, 2018 04:21 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Stress can ruin your beauty in the most shocking way: Here’s how to fight back

Stress can make you look much older than your real age, and it can lead to pimples, pigmentation and hair fall.

No matter what you apply on your skin or what you eat, if your state of mind is not healthy and stress free, it will not benefit your skin and hair.(Getty Images)

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Updated on Apr 18, 2018 04:37 PM IST

Hindustan Times | ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

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Latest from state of mind

The sunshine state is tasked with dispelling the darkness of the year

The mental health champion holds forth on common issues that plague youngsters today

From simple household furniture such as trunks and cupboards to cutlery and bottles, denizens have given a twist to most, while being on #WFH.

Unbroken solitude can play tricks on the mind. It helps to record your dreams and fears, make tangible things and, if all else fails, learn to revel in your ability to fight with your back to the wall.

If you think the actor is in top form these days, it’s because she’s taking care of her body, mind and spirit

The mirror that Manto held up to the country all those years ago still reflects the same issues

The sarod player says that pizza, pasta and fried foods are a big no-no for him

The Camino del Norte, one of the 30-day walking routes to the Santiago Cathedral in Spain, can lead you to places within yourself. What made this young Indian boy walk the walk a second time?

Bandana talks about fashion and it’s changing scenario with the onset of social media trends

What makes September the most special month in the fashion calendar? To answer this question, we get three of India’s best-known editors to explain, elaborate and celebrate the September issue.

If you are worried even in the absence of something to worry about it could be Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Gayatri Gandhi is India’s first certified KonMari consultant. Here she clears the air around KonMari Method™, its effectiveness and spills some beans on how to achieve the much-talked Japanese minimalism.

And how to manage absurdly small trips to overwhelming cities without turning into an Insta-obsessed, currency-converting, overachieving holiday zombie.

Chef Marco, the youngest to ever win three Michelin stars at 33, is in a different state of mind. In an exclusive chat, he tells us how he loves Indian food, but doesn’t want to cook it. Here’s why.

One of the casualties of modern living is sleep. Most people aren’t getting enough, and those that are, are having their sleep compromised by elements of their everyday.

Covered-up sensuality paves the way for the new-age design aesthetic.

Mental health, a murder mystery set in a principality in the Sahayadiris, and a book of short stories on disregarding the 10 commandments on this week’s reading list

The 42-year-old Gimelstob stepped down from his post amid controversy after pleading no contest in a Los Angeles courtroom to felony assault charges reduced by a judge to a misdemeanour.

Binge on these to boost your mental health

From the Pantone colour of 2019 in your living spaces, to geometric patterns to the return of the classic kitchen, here are some of the top home decor trends likely to be seen in 2019.

New trends are born on Instagram everyday and they interest some and some just choose to react to it and not try it out. Quirky eyebrow trends are big on Instagram right now and we aren’t complaining

Researchers found that state of perfect disengagement may improve the otherwise-emotionally unpleasant experience of waiting for uncertain news.

From their favourites, to the ones they use when they are most annoyed, here are the emojis that the celebs are using in their chats.

Mahie Gill says that there was a time when she just stopped meeting directors at their office or took a friend along so that no one would act smart.

Varun Dhawan is a busy man with two films in his kitty right now and has no time to celebrate birthdays.

Shooting his fourth film in Lucknow, national-award winning actor Saurabh Shulka is loving his acting stint in Lucknow.

Bharti Singh is the latest one to support Kapil Sharma and requests some “space” for him as he grapples with his health.

Stress can make you look much older than your real age, and it can lead to pimples, pigmentation and hair fall.

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