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T20 World Cup: Time India roll out the best eleven

India fielded the same side in the home T20 series versus South Africa, but Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami are yet to play together

Virat Kohli has played just two out of the 14 matches India have played since their 2021 T20 World Cup ouster(BCCI)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 09:57 PM IST

Understanding the Agnipath protests

Economic vulnerability, especially unemployment and the social value of government jobs, lie at the heart of the ongoing stir against the scheme. Protesters are driven by the desire for social prestige and the chance of upward mobility

The path to reform doesn’t lie in piecemeal contractualisation of the State. It has to be rooted in the real challenges of the Indian economy, the aspirations of mobility and the social value of government jobs (Sameer Sehgal/HT Photo)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 09:23 PM IST

WTO agreements will shape government policy

There is plenty to ponder about the implications of the outcomes of MC12 on India. How they’ll play out over the next few years and shape government policy and negotiation stances will be important to watch

The 12th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO), or MC12, raised questions about the ability of its members to arrive at decisions. (file photo)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 08:38 PM IST
ByBiswajit Dhar and KM Gopakumar

Prolonged war will hurt India

The continuation of the conflict in Ukraine will also put greater pressure on India’s new partnerships with the West, which have grown in importance in the past decade. Delhi must be alert

Firefighters work at the site of fire after Russian shelling in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, June 18, 2022 (AP)
Updated on Jun 21, 2022 09:33 AM IST
ByHT Editorial

For reforms, laying groundwork is key

While it is possible the opposition to such reforms was inevitable, it is also possible that their intensity might have been diminished through a consultative process involving all stakeholders

Irrespective of the merits of the scheme, the concerns over it, the demands of the protesters, or the presence of political and commercial forces behind the agitation — the administration’s response has focused on all four — it is difficult to ignore the fact that this is the third big reform by the Modi-led government to face serious opposition. (PTI)
Updated on Jun 21, 2022 09:35 AM IST
ByHT Editorial

Yoga: A powerful tool to improve health

On the International Day of Yoga, WHO is privileged to celebrate the physical and mental health benefits of yoga and highlight its contributions to lifelong health and well-being, promoting healthier populations, and a healthier, more equitable and sustainable region and the world

Schools, workplaces, civil society organisations and communities should consider incorporating yoga into daily activities, supporting each country’s mission to achieve a 15% relative reduction in physical inactivity by 2030 — the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) target. (AFP)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 08:37 PM IST
ByPoonam Khetrapal Singh

Life outside the bio-bubble brings welcome relief to players

For the first time in almost two years, SA and Indian players got a taste of normalcy on tour.

The India-SA series progressing smoothly without any bio-bubble in place must certainly come as a relief to the players(AP)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 11:38 PM IST

That magic touch: How Chandu Pandit’s teams dominate the Ranji Trophy

When MP face Mumbai, it will the fifth time in last six seasons that a team coached by the former India and Mumbai wicketkeeper-batter will be playing in the final.

Chandrakant Pandit has built his reputation as one of the most reputed and sought-after coaches in domestic cricket.(PTI)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 11:39 PM IST

Essay: The history of the politics of blasphemy in the Indian subcontinent

Alleged blasphemy sparked the reactions to Salman Rushdie’s novel The Satanic Verses in 1988-89 and to former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma’s recent comments. A look at the significant role that the issue has played in the history of the Indian subcontinent

The ironies and the horrors of the issue as it has played out in the modern history of the region. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 06:29 PM IST
BySamrat Choudhury

Make no mistake: Russia's war on Ukraine is not a regional one

Unlike regional conflicts of the 20th century, the recent developments with NATO, along with the multipolarity of the world order, indicate that Russia's war on Ukraine may have far-reaching consequences. 

The world may never go back to a pre-war situation, and the consequences of the war will be far deeper than Putin could have anticipated when he invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022. (AFP)
Published on Jun 20, 2022 04:49 PM IST

Hutong Cat | The relevance of the Brics summit 

The Brics summit on June 23 will take place under pulls and pressures, with the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the India-China border standoff, and the economic downturn faced by two bloc members have taken a toll on the internal unity of the bloc. 

Given the global situation, not many are expecting more than diplomatic rhetoric on “true multilateralism” and — the Chinese version of — how to work closely together to face a “turbulent” world. (AP)
Published on Jun 20, 2022 04:36 PM IST

New in Northeast | An annual tragedy that is seeing unrelenting devastation 

While floods and rainfall (which bring with them, death and destruction) are common to the Northeast region, this time, the scale has been much higher. Here are the numbers: 

Thirty-three of Assam’s 35 districts is currently reeling under floods, which includes 5,137 villages in 127 revenue circles.
Published on Jun 20, 2022 04:14 PM IST

Anxiety over quality and quantity of jobs may be behind Agnipath protests

The reforms were announced at a time with the economy is coping with the pandemic’s disruption which has heightened economic anxieties, especially for those at the bottom of the pyramid. Here are four charts which explain this in detail

A transport vehicle after it was set on fire by protesters during Bihar Bandh, called to protest against Centre's Agnipath scheme, in Jehanabad, Saturday, June 18. (PTI)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 02:17 PM IST
ByRoshan Kishore and Abhishek Jha

‘No good outcome can arise from an India-China conflict’: Singapore foreign min

As the Covid situation improves, India and Singapore will have many opportunities to reboot and pursue wide-ranging projects to support our people and strengthen economies, said Singapore foreign minister Vivian Balakrishnan.

Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan with BJP national president JP Nadda in New Delhi during his visit to India. (ANI Photo)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 01:45 PM IST
By, New Delhi

UN study points to difficulties in breeding cheetahs in captivity

As of now, cheetah experts, two from South Africa and one from Namibia, are studying the changes made in the Kuno habitat for cheetah relocation and breeding.

India is getting six cheetahs from South Africa and four from Nambia in the first tranche.(Shutterstock)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 01:40 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Delhiwale: Sartre in Sarai

Sidewalk joints of a south Delhi village

The new thing about Lado Sarai is the increasing visibility of cool sidewalk cafés, a pandemic era development, as suggested by an eatery owner.(HT)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 01:45 PM IST
ByMayank Austen Soofi, New Delhi

Mandala art, flora, festivals: Tunnel’s walls swap staid with style

As one enters the tunnel from the Purana Qila end, a giant image of a peacock, the national bird, greets commuters leading them to a section interspersed with visuals of birds, flowers, and panels depicting various festivals such as Bihu, Baisakhi and Christmas among others.

A car moves inside the newly opened main tunnel of Pragati Maidan Integrated Transit Corridor Project, in New Delhi.(PTI)
Updated on Jun 20, 2022 01:44 PM IST
BySadia Akhtar

Activating subnational climate action in India

Public participation is central: In the absence of public support, political aspirations will drive planning and derail execution

For any local climate action plan to succeed, coalitions working with state and city governments must pressure developed countries to meet their financial pledges made under the Paris Agreement of 2015. (Amal KS/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 19, 2022 10:35 PM IST
ByDamodar Pujari

Treading softly on the Brics expansion

India should ensure that the opening up of the grouping is in line with its original mandate.

India must proceed cautiously on any move to expand Brics, lest it leads to an organisation that only mirrors the interests of Russia and China. (AP)
Published on Jun 19, 2022 10:31 PM IST
ByHT Editorial

Agnipath: End the violence

Concerns must be allayed through discussion and the protesters should exercise restraint

There is no justification for the violent protests, but the belated and scattershot response in some cases indicated that state and local authorities were either caught unprepared or didn’t anticipate the scale of resentment. 
Published on Jun 19, 2022 10:31 PM IST
ByHT Editorial

Agnipath is a pivotal reform for India’s youth

The scheme envisages the role of Agniveers as the backbone of combat units, paving the way for a combat-effective force, while also prioritising the resettlement of demobilised Agniveers

The scheme will be open to men and women and their intake will be decided by the armed forces in keeping with their own needs and assessments. (AP Photo)
Published on Jun 19, 2022 10:29 PM IST
BySujan Chinoy

Roger Federer will be missed at Wimbledon, but show will go on: Vijay Amritraj

"The grace and elegance he brought to tennis and to show that he can be a master at it as well, winning it as many times as he did. So, will we miss him? Absolutely. Will the tournament go on at its best even without him? Absolutely," says the former India tennis great in this interview.

Roger Federer in action.(AP)
Published on Jun 19, 2022 09:04 PM IST
ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

MP spinner Kumar Kartikeya: Taking every tough turn in his stride

The left-arm tweaker surmounted hurdles early in life to live his cricket dream and bowling Madhya Pradesh into the Ranji Trophy final is the latest reward for his focus and expanding of skill level.

Kumar Kartikeya(Twitter/BCCIDomestic)
Updated on Jun 19, 2022 11:44 PM IST

IPL’s media rights windfall: Where does the money go?

BCCI should make IPL teams partners of state associations and give them a meaningful role in domestic cricket. Currently their engagement is limited to hosting seven home games and they have an uneasy tenant-landlord kind of relationship

Image used for representational purpose
Updated on Jun 19, 2022 06:20 PM IST
ByAmrit Mathur

Book Box: The beginner's guide to audiobooks

Six reasons why you should listen to audiobooks, with audiobook recommendations for every mood. Also meet Sagar Arya, the voice behind The Satanic Verses, the Amish series and others. 

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Published on Jun 19, 2022 03:33 PM IST

‘I play less but that means I’ve more energy for events that I play’

Anand is currently in New Delhi for the inauguration of the torch relay ahead of the 44th Chess Olympiad that will be held in Mahabalipuram from July 28 to August 10.

Former world champion Viswanathan Anand addresses a press conference ahead of torch relay for the 44th Chess Olympiad, at Hotel Lalit, in New Delhi on Friday.(Amit Sharma)
Published on Jun 19, 2022 12:02 AM IST
By, New Delhi

It’s getting harder to live in the now, says Charles Assisi

Life Hacks: In a system designed for infinite growth, there is no room for pause. But we must defiantly buck this trend, if we are to make the most of our brief and fleeting time here.

Much of today’s clamour, online and offline, comes from advertisements and commodified content. That’s a vital clue, for those seeking respite. (Shutterstock)
Updated on Jun 18, 2022 08:18 PM IST
ByCharles Assisi

The lie of the land: The Wknd Puzzle by Dilip D’Souza

Two tribes, two traditions, two replies. Your escape route depends on how well you can tell the truthers from the liars. Can you figure it all out with just one question?

 (Shutterstock)
Updated on Jun 18, 2022 08:29 PM IST
ByDilip D’Souza

Sodium takes the podium: Swetha Sivakumar on salt

See how ancient seawater created salt mines, learn the difference between refined and unrefined, and see why salt - unlike sugar - has no substitutes, in this week’s Sound Bites.

 (Shutterstock)
Updated on Jun 18, 2022 08:12 PM IST
BySwetha Sivakumar

Mind games: VR therapy is helping people navigate phobias

Virtual-reality programs are being used to help those with agoraphobia, acrophobia, aquaphobia, claustrophobia. A new study finds that performing a daunting task in a virtual world can make it seem less daunting in the real world too.

 (Shutterstock)
Updated on Jun 18, 2022 08:06 PM IST
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