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HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 19

Published on Jun 19, 2024 06:30 AM IST

The day of June 19 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

ByHT Correspondent

Tunisian art installation '1001 Bricks' celebrates diversity and inclusivity

The "1001 Bricks" installation in the old medina of Tunis is transforming public space and highlighting the talents of marginalised creators.

Tunisians attend the inauguration of the '1001 Bricks Fresco', a participatory artwork by more than 500 inhabitants of Tunis led by Swiss artist Anne Francey, illustrating the diversity of the city, with the bas relief installed on the edge of the medina, the old town listed by UNESCO, in the capital's El-Hafsia district on June 7, 2024. The installation showcases the talents of

Published on Jun 18, 2024 06:03 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

Sustainable Gastronomy Day: Chefs talk of their sustainable gastronomy practices

Chefs across the world are now including sustainability as best practice - reducing carbon footprint, sourcing local produce, planting their own herb gardens.

On Sustainable Gastronomy Day, 7 chefs from around the world talk of their sustainability practices and the most sustainable dish on their menu.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 18, 2024 01:14 PM IST

ByPreeti Verma Lal, Delhi

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 18

The day of June 18 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Published on Jun 18, 2024 06:30 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Amazon deals on handcrafted crafts by Indian artisans: Get up to 73% off on them

Amazon deals on handcrafted crafts by Indian artisans: Find huge savings on exquisite, artisanal treasures that enhance home decor with authentic charm.

Discover Amazon's deals on handcrafted crafts by Indian artisans for stunning home decor.

Published on Jun 17, 2024 04:46 PM IST

ByKanika Budhiraja

Alia Bhatt turns author, releases debut book: Price, theme, details to know

Alia Bhatt released her debut novel a day back, on Father's Day. Here's all that you need to know about The Adventures of Ed-a-Mamma: Ed Finds a Home.

Alia Bhatt announced the release of her debut novel on Instagram.(Instagram/@aliaabhatt)

Published on Jun 17, 2024 02:44 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 17

The day of June 17 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Published on Jun 17, 2024 06:30 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Vintage charm: 10 home decor tips on integrating retro and antique art pieces

Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with these tips. Discover how to seamlessly integrate retro and antique art pieces to create a nostalgic atmosphere.

Add a touch of nostalgia to your home with vintage home decor expert tips.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 16, 2024 03:51 PM IST

ByAkanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the U.S.A.': A misunderstood anthem

As the album gets a special edition reissue marking its 40th year, its eponymous track has its own storied reception.

74-year-old Bruce Springsteen is currently touring with the E Street Band in Europe.(MPI/KE/MPI//Captital Pictures/picture alliance )

Published on Jun 16, 2024 02:35 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Tapatrisha Das

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 16

The day of June 16 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Published on Jun 16, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Eid ul Adha 2024 traditions: Bakrid rituals, meaning and spiritual significance

Eid ul Adha 2024 traditions explained: Here's all you need to know about the rituals performed on Bakrid, their meaning and spiritual significance of sacrifice

On the occasion of the upcoming Bakri Eid ( 17 June) , people from the Muslim community are seen at the goat market to buy goats, in Thane, Mumbai, India. Eid ul Adha 2024 traditions: Know all about Bakrid rituals, meaning and spiritual significance of sacrifice (Praful Gangurde / HT Photo)

Published on Jun 15, 2024 09:13 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Know strings attached: Simran Mangharam, on familiarity in love

Familiarity in a relationship can be a double-edged sword. It brings comfort. But it can also make one feel unseen and unheard.

Familiarity can also lead to one person over-accommodating the other. That can strain a relationship over time, as it does with Amy Lau (Ali Wong) and George Nakai (Joseph Lee) in the 2023 Netflix series Beef.

Updated on Jun 15, 2024 02:56 PM IST

BySimran Mangharam

Teeming with flavour: Swetha Sivakumar on insects as food

You don’t have to swallow a cicada. Foods such as ground cricket flour are becoming popular as a source of protein, in some smoothies, protein bars.

If you do like a bit of crunch with your protein, stalls in countries such as China offer snacks like the skewered scorpions above. (Pexels)

Updated on Jun 15, 2024 02:55 PM IST

BySwetha Sivakumar

Swiss museum set to remove five paintings linked to Nazi looting

A renowned Swiss museum, Kunsthaus Zurich, will remove five paintings after a provenance review revealed ties to Nazi looting, following new guidelines.

Kunsthaus Zurich, one of Switzerland's most esteemed art museums, will remove five paintings after a provenance review connected them to Nazi looting.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 15, 2024 02:30 PM IST

AFP | | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

With love, from Chennai: An ode to the city through art, verse, postcards

Dr Nirosha Shanmugam’s work captures the city through her eyes. This year, for Madras Day, her plans include songs too.

The Marina Beach postcard that Dr Shanmugam created. Last year, about 500 people around the world received her postcards of mornings at the beach. (Dr Nirosha Shanmugam)

Updated on Jun 15, 2024 02:51 PM IST

BySukanya Datta

It’s ’bout time: Rudraneil Sengupta writes on Puja Tomar’s UFC win

The 28-year-old has become the first Indian to win such a bout. It’s not her win, she said, through tears, but a statement ‘for all Indian fans and fighters’.

With great flurries of punch combinations and explosive kicks, Puja Tomar beat Rayanne Amanda dos Santos of Brazil at the Ultimate Fighting Championship in Louisville. (Getty Images)

Updated on Jun 15, 2024 05:29 PM IST

ByRudraneil Sengupta

On the banned wagon: An exhibition reimagines covers of forbidden books

Photographer Rohit Chawla’s project includes the usual suspects (Animal Farm, Perspepolis) and more innocuous titles such as Black Beauty.

Thirty book covers feature in Chawla’s exhibition, titled Banned. (Shaswat Kakkar)

Updated on Jun 15, 2024 02:53 PM IST

ByDipanjan Sinha

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 15

The day of June 15 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Published on Jun 15, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Not performing Hajj this year? 6 Islamic rituals for Muslims to do at home

Arafah Day, Hajj 2024: Key Islamic rituals for Muslims to do at home to reap benefits of 9th Dhul Hijjah, even when not performing Hajj at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Not performing Hajj this year? 6 Islamic rituals for Muslims at home on Arafah Day to reap benefits of 9th Dhul Hijjah (Photo by rawpixel)

Published on Jun 14, 2024 09:41 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Eid ul Adha 2024 crafts: Creative projects for kids and adults

Eid ul Adha 2024: Here's how children can harness their creative energies by making their own prayer mats, paper mosques and Eid-themed wall hangings.

Celebrate Eid Ul Adha with creative DIY decor at home.(Unsplash)

Published on Jun 14, 2024 03:00 PM IST

ByTapatrisha Das, Delhi

Vroom in: Check out images captured by India’s bus, train and plane spotters

Rare routes, dramatic cityscapes, treks around a waterfall - one never knows where the search for the perfect public-transit image may lead. Take a look.

A drone shot of the Marudhar Express as it passes Sambhar Lake, en route to Varanasi from Jodhpur. The EMD (electro-motive diesel) class engine is one of train spotter Dhanush Chandan’s favourites, for its look and the sweet chugging sound it makes. (Dhanush Chandan)

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 04:00 PM IST

ByNatasha Rego

Along for the ride: Meet India’s train and plane spotters

They stare at the sky, trek miles, befriend drivers, all to get that perfect shot. Who needs a ticket, when you know exactly what’s whooshing past next?

A Boeing 787-8 flies over Dombivli in Thane district, in an image captured by Roshan Rajeev.

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 04:05 PM IST

ByNatasha Rego

Everest, everywhere, all at once: Lessons in attitudes and altitudes

From the world’s tallest mountain to its highest garbage dump, a lot has changed since the mountain was first summited in 1953. A view from the top.

Everest as seen from Gokyo valley. Today, climbers get endless oxygen supply, are airlifted beyond Base Camp, hire Sherpas to do the heavy lifting. The result: alarming numbers of climbers this spring. (Adobe Stock)

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 04:45 PM IST

ByShail Desai

How the World Was Born: Read an excerpt from a book on Indian creation myths

Who protects boats in Odisha’s Chilika Lake from the vagaries of the weather? Through the unfortunate tale of a new bride, see how Kalijai Island got its name.

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 01:25 PM IST

ByLopamudra Maitra

And so it began...: A new book offers insight into rich Indian creation legends

Lopamudra Maitra’s collection draws from little-known communities and forgotten myths. Starting points matter, she says, as do the journeys our tales take.

A historian, ethnographer and author, Maitra, 46, became interested in such lore while studying Ancient Indian history at Kolkata’s Presidency College. (HT Photo: Samir Jana)

Updated on Jun 14, 2024 01:20 PM IST

ByDipanjan Sinha

Art and football meet in immersive exhibition

In an exhibition at the German Football Museum in Dortmund, visual art and football merge in symbiotic artistry.

Banksy's 'Football Terrorist' (Raimund Franken/imageBROKER/picture alliance )

Published on Jun 14, 2024 11:06 AM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Tapatrisha Das

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 14

The day of June 14 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Published on Jun 14, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Home decor: 9 budget friendly tips for luxurious interior design

Want to create a luxurious home interior space on a budget? Check out these 9 pocket-friendly decor tips for a luxurious design

Published on Jun 13, 2024 02:00 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on June 13

The day of June 13 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Published on Jun 13, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Hajj 2024: Step-by-step guide to rituals of Muslims' pilgrimage to Mecca

Hajj 2024: From Ihram to Tawaf, here's all you need to know about the key rituals of 5-day Hajj - their meanings and symbolism for Muslims pilgrimage to Mecca

Water mist is sprayed on Muslim pilgrims as they pray on the rocky hill known as the Mountain of Mercy, on the Plain of Arafat, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on June 27, 2023. Hajj 2024: Step-by-step guide to rituals of Muslims' pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, their meanings and symbolism (AP Photo/Amr Nabil, File)

Published on Jun 12, 2024 08:07 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

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The day of June 19 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

The "1001 Bricks" installation in the old medina of Tunis is transforming public space and highlighting the talents of marginalised creators.

Chefs across the world are now including sustainability as best practice - reducing carbon footprint, sourcing local produce, planting their own herb gardens.

The day of June 18 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Amazon deals on handcrafted crafts by Indian artisans: Find huge savings on exquisite, artisanal treasures that enhance home decor with authentic charm.

Alia Bhatt released her debut novel a day back, on Father's Day. Here's all that you need to know about The Adventures of Ed-a-Mamma: Ed Finds a Home.

The day of June 17 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Add a touch of vintage charm to your home with these tips. Discover how to seamlessly integrate retro and antique art pieces to create a nostalgic atmosphere.

As the album gets a special edition reissue marking its 40th year, its eponymous track has its own storied reception.

The day of June 16 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Eid ul Adha 2024 traditions explained: Here's all you need to know about the rituals performed on Bakrid, their meaning and spiritual significance of sacrifice

Familiarity in a relationship can be a double-edged sword. It brings comfort. But it can also make one feel unseen and unheard.

You don’t have to swallow a cicada. Foods such as ground cricket flour are becoming popular as a source of protein, in some smoothies, protein bars.

A renowned Swiss museum, Kunsthaus Zurich, will remove five paintings after a provenance review revealed ties to Nazi looting, following new guidelines.

Dr Nirosha Shanmugam’s work captures the city through her eyes. This year, for Madras Day, her plans include songs too.

The 28-year-old has become the first Indian to win such a bout. It’s not her win, she said, through tears, but a statement ‘for all Indian fans and fighters’.

Photographer Rohit Chawla’s project includes the usual suspects (Animal Farm, Perspepolis) and more innocuous titles such as Black Beauty.

The day of June 15 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Arafah Day, Hajj 2024: Key Islamic rituals for Muslims to do at home to reap benefits of 9th Dhul Hijjah, even when not performing Hajj at Mecca in Saudi Arabia

Eid ul Adha 2024: Here's how children can harness their creative energies by making their own prayer mats, paper mosques and Eid-themed wall hangings.

Rare routes, dramatic cityscapes, treks around a waterfall - one never knows where the search for the perfect public-transit image may lead. Take a look.

They stare at the sky, trek miles, befriend drivers, all to get that perfect shot. Who needs a ticket, when you know exactly what’s whooshing past next?

From the world’s tallest mountain to its highest garbage dump, a lot has changed since the mountain was first summited in 1953. A view from the top.

Who protects boats in Odisha’s Chilika Lake from the vagaries of the weather? Through the unfortunate tale of a new bride, see how Kalijai Island got its name.

Lopamudra Maitra’s collection draws from little-known communities and forgotten myths. Starting points matter, she says, as do the journeys our tales take.

In an exhibition at the German Football Museum in Dortmund, visual art and football merge in symbiotic artistry.

The day of June 14 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Want to create a luxurious home interior space on a budget? Check out these 9 pocket-friendly decor tips for a luxurious design

The day of June 13 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Hajj 2024: From Ihram to Tawaf, here's all you need to know about the key rituals of 5-day Hajj - their meanings and symbolism for Muslims pilgrimage to Mecca

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