Himanshi Dhawan
Auto driver to juice shop owner, they’re taking on bulldozer raj
Battle is far from won but SC brakes give hope to those who have lost homes and livelihoods
Are Indian workplaces having their MeanToo Moment?
The dhobi list of complaints put out by SEBI employees recently captures problems that many Indians have been grappling with. Sunday Times examines the toll of toxic workplaces
For 80L gig workers in India, no fixed salary, job security or basic benefits
In the absence of regular employment opportunities, gig work has become more than a side hustle for lakhs across India. Many are forced to take on temporary, low-paying jobs sans health insurance or pension benefits because there is a lack of any alternatives
Kolkata case shows how business of rape videos is flourishing online
There was a spike in searches for ‘rape videos kolkata’ and other related searches like the victim’s name have been trending all week. Social media channels and porn sites are helping perpetrators monetise this dark trade.
Why regime changes come with selfies and toppling of statues
Mob madness or revolutionary joy? Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other sites of uprisings may be very different but bring up similar visuals and emotions
In praise of Vinesh & all other ‘difficult’ women
Wrestlers’ sexual harassment case grinds on. #MeToo helped. But speaking up is still hard for women as they continue to be disbelieved, unless they are demanding & obstinate
When mum's mum: Munro case shows culture of silence around child sexual abuse
Revelations of Munro’s daughter haven’t just knocked the literary hero of a pedestal, but also highlighted how common it is for families to silence the survivor
Why India is godmen’s own country
Self-styled gurus like Bhole Baba have millions under their spell. Sunday Times decodes their appeal which is a complex mixture of social factors and their ability to provide instant gratification to followers.
Milord, lawyers are going back to cram school
As July 1 deadline looms for three new criminal laws, even experienced advocates and professors are reliving their law school swotting days
How a girl from a sleepy UP village made MMA history
Puja Tomar took to martial arts for money and respect. As Budhana greeted the first-ever Indian woman to win a UFC bout with garlands and dhols, it was also a kick for patriarchy
Doctors, students and activists team up to lead fight against NEET irregularities
From providing legal assistance to students and filing petitions, to raising their voices online and demanding a fairer investigation, a group of people have emerged as helping hands
How Rahul and Congress flipped the narrative in 2024 polls
The shift was orchestrated by a dedicated war room and savvy marketing professionals who knew how to use humour and a little drama
And the winner is? From Sangam to satta, how India predicts an election
The absence of scientific, reliable surveys and the Indian obsession to know the answer to the tantalising question 'Who is the winner?' has led us to use unconventional methods, like bellwether seats, parrot fortune tellers and even onion prices to predict election outcomes
- Himanshi DhawanRajiv ManiAjay Singh
- TNN & Agencies
Jatt but no Juliets: Haryana’s singles stay away from ballot box
Brides have been a poll issue in the past as well in the state where the sex ratio is horribly imbalanced due to a traditional preference for sons.
Meet the couples who are fighting to legalise same-sex marriage
Same-sex couples in India seek legal marriage recognition to secure parental rights and equality in daily life and legal matters.
- Himanshi DhawanSneha Bhura
- Times Network
Brij Bhushan effect: In Haryana’s akhadas, aspiring Sakshis rethink their dreams
Sakshi Malik’s gold had emboldened many young women to hit the mat, but the sport is losing its lustre after the sexual abuse row
Move over Scotch snobs. Indian single malt is now ‘the good stuff’
Made in Rampur, sold in Manhattan. UK might dismiss our quick-maturing ‘spirits’ but desi craft whiskies are barreling down in both the domestic and international market
- Himanshi Dhawan
- Times Network
ND Tiwari to Gopal Kanda: Why sex scandals don’t hurt politicians
As another scandal rocks Karnataka, a look back at how such exposés have played out in the past
Dadi cool: Mountains to marathons, these grannies ace fitness
Breaking stereotypes: Inspiring stories of senior women defying norms, from marathons to dance, embracing active, vibrant lives.
- Himanshi Dhawan
- Times Network