Wouldn't it be better to join the celebrations with the vast Hindu majority while at the same time criticising Mr Modi/BJP/RSS for politicising it? notes Shekhar Gupta.
The Southern actress makes her Bollywood debut with Chashme Baddoor this week.
India must evolve its own standards on how democracy must be ranked in a diverse and multi-religious, multi-ethnic, multi-lingual and pluralistic idea called India, suggests R Jagannathan.
'Garm Hava understands that the scorching, hate-filled, doubt-filled affair between Hindus and Muslims is our national love affair.' Sreehari Nair revisits M S Sathyu's classic film, featuring the incomparable Balraj Sahni at his finest in his final role.
A rotating chief ministership as a way to appease factions can work only if there is a credible guarantor, explains Aditi Phadnis.
Director Dasaradh gives us a peek into his upcoming film Greeku Veerudu starring Akkineni Nagarjuna and Nayanthara.
Robot girlfriends, wish granting stars, creepy aliens, private detectives, brace yourself for unlimited excitement on OTT this week.
BJP candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar's wife and son who keep themselves far from the political limelight reveal what it is like to campaign for the first time.
The actress shares her experience of shooting for Mogudu
Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Telugu cinema, right here.
'In KBC, the scripts are a small part of the game show, but he used to correct each and every word with so much dedication!' 'He would do that to avoid fumbling during the shooting.'
Kajal Agarwal talks about her films and venturing into Bollywood.
Indian archer Prathamesh Jawkar signs off with silver at World Cup Final; Verma, Aditi, Jyothi falter
'Can Trudeau's evidence hold up? If not, he's finished.'
Gandhi also said such controversies seem to play out every time his party raises concerns of "crony capitalism".
The tallest fashionistas take their rightful place on our style chart.
The 67-year-old gave the example of two neighbouring states, Kerala and Tamil Nadu, to buttress his point on why seat-sharing pattern of the INDIA bloc will vary from state to state.
Want to buy the Millionaire Speedy? Well, you probably can't, because it's MTO -- meaning 'made-to-order' and is specifically for extraordinarily special VIP LV clients, says Sandeep Goyal.
With changes to Delhi's architectural map, a re-naming rash, and more Hindu symbolism in secular spaces, the government is making it clear it wants a clean break with post-colonial India, asserts T N Ninan.
England will 'play cricket that gets a result, our way', said their inspirational captain Ben Stokes, strengthening the team's commitment to stick to the hotly-debated 'Bazball' approach.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday said he does not get 'intimidated' and fights for truth even if the world stands against it, remarks that come amid repeated confrontations between his party and the Himanta Biswa Sarma-led Bharatiya Janata Party government in Assam during the 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra'.
Bolly duos gave new meaning to couple fashion at HT India's Most Stylish Awards 2023.
In Maharashtra, Bhagat Singh Koshyari has done pretty much as he liked, observes Aditi Phadnis.
It is a perfect city car for both your daily office commute and fun weekend drives.
It's Game Day, and Priyanka Chopra doubles up as a cheerleader for husband Nick Jonas's baseball game.
Chef par excellence Satish Arora recalls his days working as a chef to prime ministers to Chandrima Pal.
By refusing to follow the pack and remain politically correct, Aamir Khan has paid a price. A fascinating excerpt from Shobhaa De's new book, Insatiable.
Curbing the federal deficit is the government's absolute priority on February 28.
For her Big Day will the Jugjugg Jeeyo actress call on her good friend Manish Malhotra to make the Big Costume?
It's been 10 years since Ayan Mukerji's blockbuster Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani released in theatres, and the lead cast, including Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Aditya Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin -- got together to celebrate its success yet again.
'Just because of my background and poor academic qualifications, most people disbelieve what I have done.'
Saif, Kareena, Taimur, Jeh, Sara and Ibrahim are enjoying the London summer.
'He wanted to learn all the time.'
'Just imagine Mr Sudhir Mishra and Mr Sooraj Barjatya having a baby. What would that be like?' 'That's Jehanabad for you.'
'If we want our economies to be strong, we need to invest in young people who are our future.'
'He made me feel like a crorepati even without sitting in the hot seat.'
Will India retain the same playing XI?
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