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Hindustan Times Ranchi
Why Opposition parties seem to lose the plot against BJP
These days, Tejashwi Yadav is the target of intense trolling. Before him, the Hooda family in Haryana and the Thackerays in Maharashtra were subjected to the same treatment. So, is the battle of victory and defeat in electoral politics a tussle between dynasts versus the rest? Absolutely not.
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December 01, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
'Dinosaur tartare' and holograms: Dubai AI chef sparks awe and ire
A Dubai restaurant has opened that prides itself on having the world’s “first AI chef”, the latest ostentatious dive into new technology in a city obsessed with being on the cutting edge of the future.
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December 01, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Zohran Mamdani struggles with Bollywood quiz after viral 'Dhoom Machale' moment
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, son of filmmaker Mira Nair, fumbled on Bollywood trivia in a recent interview, revealing his musical knowledge isn’t as strong as his viral victory speech suggested.
1 min |
November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Inglorious ways of showcasing power
While this is perhaps a universal phenomenon, Indians, I suspect more than anybody else, revel in the paraphernalia of power.
3 min |
November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
FROM VIDARBHA TO LONDON: A STORY OF ACCESS, IDENTITY AND OPPORTUNITY
Founder and CEO of the Eklavya India Foundation, Raju Kendre's journey is truly inspirational. Rising from a tribal community, he has reached remarkable heights. In this conversation, he speaks to us about his life, education, and future plans.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
David Beckham on his love for Indian food and people
Former footballer David Beckham visited Mumbai, to soak in the city's culture, support philanthropic events.
1 min |
November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
1 nation, a billion views
On a November morning in 1924, readers of Hindustan Times opened their newspaper and discovered a milestone in the story of Indian journalism.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Grammy award winning guitar icon Tom Morello to tour India with son
Grammy award-winning musician Tom Morello shares fans’ excitement ahead of his first India tour.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Choreographer denies cheating claims at Palaash-Smriti's wedding
Amid growing rumours about their postponed wedding, cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palaash Muchhal have updated their Instagram bios with an evil eye emoji.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Axis of good emerges in climate diplomacy
At Belém, India’s focus on equitable finance, technology access, and practical partnerships reflected the growing maturity of climate diplomacy — one defined less by rhetoric and more by results
4 min |
November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
PELPUM IN TREND BUT WITH A CHIC, MODERN TWIST
A style that keeps reinventing itself, is returning to celebrity wardrobes once again with a sharper, modern twist
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Imran Khan’s son asks Pak govt for proof of life
Pakistan's jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's son has demanded the government to present proof that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder is alive, Press Trust of India (PTI) reported.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
SLURRP GREAT INDIAN COOKOUT 4.0 WRAPS NATIONWIDE TOUR AS DELHI CROWNS FINAL CHAMPION
The Slurrp Great Indian Cookout 4.0 concluded its four-city culinary journey on November 22 at Radisson Hotel Delhi MG Road, crowning Neha Gupta as the Delhi champion after a fierce competition amongst home chefs from across the capital.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Those were the days, we thought they'd never end
Do you remember the days when a bottle of Coke would cost four annas? That's 25 paise in today’s money. Even at the time, this was not an insignificant sum. I would have to cajole Mummy to buy me a Coke. And it wasn't just my teeth she was concerned about!
3 min |
November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
'IN 100 MORE JANAMS, I'D STILL WANT TO BE RAJINIKANTH'
Rajinikanth was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 56th International Film Festival of India, celebrating 50 years in cinema
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Defending champions MI face RCB in opener
WPL 2026 schedule
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
When the internet allows weaponisation of intimacy
Had she seen the video, a colleague asked. She had not and when she did, she had to sit down. The 13-second clip had been shot, surreptitiously, by her then boyfriend, a year senior in college. When he went abroad for further studies, the relationship ended and he uploaded the clip. For two years, it was viewed on porn channels and social media.
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November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Randeep-Lin announce pregnancy on second wedding anniversary
Actor Randeep Hooda and his wife, actor-entrepreneur Lin Laishram, took to Instagram on Saturday to announce their pregnancy. The couple is expecting their first child.
1 min |
November 30, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
'A caste census cannot achieve social justice'
In his new book The Caste Con Census, Anand Teltumbde argues that enumerating castes in the 2026-27 census is a retrograde step that will only solidify boundaries
3 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Meet some noise makers
Foley artists are finally sharing their sound-effects secrets on Insta. Listen in to their creative hacks
3 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Embracing the miracles of daily life
The sub-genre of memoir writing, within the larger genre of nonfiction, has become quite popular in India over the past decade. Biographies, memoirs and historical nonfiction now flood the market, and according to publishing sources, are very popular. It is in this light that I contextualise There's a Ghost in My Room, the debut book by Sanjoy K Roy.
3 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
'I'M EXCITED TO CALL HER MY WIFE'
A personal celebration of love, tradition, and family—Bhavin Bhanushali on his wedding, 'not a means of monetisation'
1 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
For democracy, X marks the spot. But only for now
The user-location feature X rolled out gives democracy hope, but need tosee if itis withdrawn/weakened
4 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Taming abuse and hate online
The apex court's directive on user-generated content is timely — but policy should be nuanced to filter bad content and not throttle free speech
2 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Cash in, don't crash out
So, you've won the lottery. Congrats! Here’s how to protect your crores, your privacy and your peace of mind. Let’s manifest together
3 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Altar your plans
Can the Big Indian Wedding really be mindful of the planet? Bridal couples now send e-invites, put the baraat on e-bikes and do beach clean-ups. See how they celebrate love without leaving a landfill behind
4 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
LANKA DEPLOYS TROOPS FOR RESCUE OPS AS FLOOD TOLL RISES TO 80
Sri Lanka deployed the military for relief and rescue operations on Friday as the death toll from floods and landslides across the island rose to 80, while 34 remain missing .
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November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Hook, line and sinker
Fried fish is a local favourite in Japan and India, Britain’s national dish, anda taco filling in Mexico. Who invented it? The answer swims around the globe
4 min |
November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Ignoring judicial nudge for queer-inclusive education
Even in 2025, educational spaces remain alien to queer lives. A study reveals the heightened fear of harassment, outing, and erasure experienced by queer students.
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November 29, 2025
Hindustan Times Ranchi
Diplomat for difficult times, and a friend for all seasons
He had ceased to communicate about a year ago. By which I mean, he had stopped replying to mails and messages. This was uncharacteristic of PS Raghavan.
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