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Chhattisgarh HC upholds validity of banners against pastors

The court order, dated October 28, read, “the hoardings appear to have been installed by the concerned Gram Sabhas as a precautionary measure to protect the interest of indigenous tribes and local cultural heritage.” (Wikimedia Commons)

Published on Nov 02, 2025 05:40 AM IST

‘Karnataka stands for excellence and progress’: PM Modi's Rajyotsava message

PM Modi said that Kannada Rajyotsava was a celebration of the “spirit of excellence and industrious nature” that defines the people of Karnataka.

Published on Nov 01, 2025 10:46 AM IST

Youth festivals connect Haryana’s youth to their ancestral values: CM Saini

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini attending the youth festival in Kurukshetra University on Tuesday. (HT Photo)

Published on Oct 29, 2025 04:50 AM IST

Kranti Prakash Jha on PM Narendra Modi sharing his Chhath song: It’s humbling

Actor Kranti Prakash Jha and the in the still from song Pahile Pahil Chhathi Maiya, sung by the late Sharda Sinha, that was shared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi (inset)

Updated on Oct 25, 2025 07:35 PM IST

GST Rate Restructuring: a bargain for the tourism sector

Travel has become more affordable for middle-class families and budget travellers. (Shutterstock)

Updated on Oct 23, 2025 09:19 PM IST

Diwali special | Aahana S Kumra: I am in charge of the Diwali puja at home

Aahana S Kumra(Instagram)

Updated on Oct 18, 2025 08:12 AM IST

Capture Deepotsav memories at Ramayana-themed selfie points in Ayodhya

A chariot carrying idols of Lord Rama, Goddess Sita, Lord Lakshman and Lord Hanuman with other Hindu deities is seen during preparations for ‘Deepotsav’ in Ayodhya, on October 17. (PTI)

Published on Oct 18, 2025 05:40 AM IST

Assam govt to introduce bill in assembly for land rights to tea garden workers

Assam govt to introduce bill in assembly for land rights to tea garden workers

Published on Oct 16, 2025 07:37 PM IST

Relax and unwind: IIAS opens ‘Sunset View Café’

The Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS) in Shimla is an esteemed institution dedicated to research and scholarship that is nestled in a historic mansion, formerly the Viceregal Lodge. (HT File)

Published on Oct 12, 2025 04:54 AM IST

Mahim Fort to get a facelift

Mumbai, India - April 26, 2017: Mahim fort in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday, April 26, 2017. (Photo by Satish Bate/Hindustan Times) (Satish Bate/HT Photo)

Published on Oct 10, 2025 05:52 AM IST

Work to preserve heritage of Punjab: CM Mann to teachers

Chief minister Bhagwant Mann during his visit to the Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib. (PTI)

Published on Oct 06, 2025 04:34 AM IST

Play key role in perpetuating heritage of Punjab: CM Mann to teachers

Play key role in perpetuating heritage of Punjab: CM Mann to teachers

Published on Oct 05, 2025 07:55 PM IST

From hills to homes: Meghalaya crafts a new story of culture and community

From hills to homes: Meghalaya crafts a new story of culture and community

Published on Oct 04, 2025 11:03 AM IST

100 years of the RSS: The spirit remains unchanged

The RSS has always fought for strengthening India. During the 1975 Emergency, the Sangh became the resistance’s backbone. (PTI)

Published on Oct 02, 2025 09:05 PM IST

UN special rapporteur flags change of Tibetan exhibits’ names at Paris museums

Special Rapporteur Xanthaki emphasised that replacing Tibetan-preferred terminology with terms more acceptable to Chinese authorities undermines the rights of Tibetans to access and enjoy their cultural heritage and compromises their right to self-determination. (File)

Published on Sep 30, 2025 11:36 PM IST

Artist Rajendra Prasad brings nostalgia alive at painting exhibition in Lucknow

Artist Rajendra Prasad, curator Vandana Sehgal, chief guest and actor Anil Rastogi and others at the Lokik Alokik painting exhibition underway at Kokor Art Gallery in Lucknow

Updated on Sep 30, 2025 06:09 PM IST

Why cities struggle to preserve their stories

In a country with few museums dedicated to telling the story of its cities, Mumbai’s Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum, housed in a Victorian building in Byculla, stands apart. (Raju Shinde/HT Photo)

Published on Sep 29, 2025 05:00 PM IST

PM Modi writes foreword to Giorgia Meloni’s memoir, calls it “Her Mann Ki Baat”

PM Modi also expressed his “respect and admiration” for Meloni describing her as a “patriot”. (Reuters photo)

Published on Sep 29, 2025 10:06 AM IST

Navratri 2025| Temples, rural and jungle themes at Durga Puja pandals in Lucknow

Durga Puja preparations at Jankipuram, Lucknow(Deepak Gupta/HT)

Updated on Sep 26, 2025 07:16 PM IST

Guest Column | Turnaround in tourism testament to Centre’s Viksit Bharat vision

The Ridge at Shimla is a popular destination with tourists. After a lull of two months, hoteliers are upbeat that tourism is set to get a boost this festive season with the GST rate cut coming into effect on Monday. (Deepak Sansta/HT file)

Published on Sep 26, 2025 06:14 PM IST

Fairs, festivals backbone of rural economy: Himachal guv

Himachal Pradesh governor Shiv Pratap Shukla. (File)

Published on Sep 19, 2025 06:20 AM IST

Fairs, festivals are backbone of rural economy: Himachal Guv at Sair Fair in Bilaspur

Fairs, festivals are backbone of rural economy: Himachal Guv at Sair Fair in Bilaspur

Published on Sep 18, 2025 11:12 PM IST

5 Elegant threadwork kurta sets to shop now: Best picks for this festive season

Threadwork kurta sets

Updated on Sep 18, 2025 06:13 PM IST

Rishi Sunak’s parents visit Mysuru temple with Narayana Murthy. See pics

Yashvir and Usha Sunak, parents of ex-UK PM Rishi Sunak in Mysuru on Monday.

Published on Aug 19, 2025 06:43 PM IST

Delhi: ‘Freedom incomplete till Yamuna becomes clean and alive again’

The Yamuna Arti at Vasudev Ghat in north Delhi on Friday. (Vipin Kumar/HT Photo)

Published on Aug 16, 2025 03:04 AM IST

HT Explainer: UT heritage committee: Facts vs fiction

Chandigarh Heritage Conservation Committee (CHCC) was set up by the UT administration in 2012 to protect and preserve the city’s cultural heritage. (HT File)

Published on Aug 15, 2025 07:38 AM IST

Heartbroken over SC order, Bhumi Pednekar shares story of her own indie dog

Bhumi Pednekar feels removing stray dogs will not solve the root issues but create more cruelty and displacement.

Published on Aug 13, 2025 12:50 PM IST

Dia Mirza Rekhi: Style is a reflection of your journey, your individual voice

Outfit: Rohit Bal
Jewellery: Kishandas & Co.
Dia stands out in a signature black jacket from Rohit Bal’s ICW collection, Kashgul, embellished with vivid floral embroidery that echoes the lush beauty of Kashmir. Her look is perfectly punctuated with a statement choker by Kishandas & Co., strung with rubies, pearls, and glistening diamond clusters.

Published on Aug 10, 2025 12:33 AM IST

Fans angered by demolition of Dr Vishnuvardhan's resting place in Bengaluru

The incident reignited property disputes, with the Vishnuvardhan Fans Association calling it a betrayal of their ongoing struggle for a permanent memorial in Bengaluru. (HT/Representational image)

Published on Aug 09, 2025 11:00 AM IST

North America’s tallest Lord Ram idol to be unveiled in Toronto area

The 51-foot tall statue of Lord Rama installed at the Hindu Heritage Center prior to the formal ceremony, on Sunday. (Hindu Heritage Center)

Updated on Aug 01, 2025 05:00 PM IST

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