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Resurrecting the American dream
Updated on Aug 02, 2023 12:42 PM IST
In the past two decades, protectionist US policies on immigrants forced tech founders and engineers to move away. Now, a new California law hopes to change that
![Indian H1-B holders have to wait as long as 89 years for their permanent residency visas according to the Cato Institute(PTI) Indian H1-B holders have to wait as long as 89 years for their permanent residency visas according to the Cato Institute(PTI)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/550x309/PTI06_22_2023_000372B_1690811337154_1690811345546.jpg)
New forest bill can hurt tribals. Debate it in detail
FCA amendment bill has the potential to hasten the diversion of forests for non-forest purposes, especially where forest land has been classified as degraded
Published on Jul 31, 2023 10:30 PM IST
Arbitration law needs to tackle a key concern
The arbitration law has undergone repeated amendments with only one aim — making India the hub of international arbitration.
![The A&C Act can offer a broad definition of the term commercial to include investment (Getty Images/iStockphoto) ) The A&C Act can offer a broad definition of the term commercial to include investment (Getty Images/iStockphoto) )](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/148x111/Gavel-aLast-week--the-police-had-informed-the-cour_1679932963380_1690811730401.jpg)
Published on Jul 31, 2023 10:29 PM IST
The Art and Science of Fitness | Busting myths on resistance training
As individuals start resistance training, no matter how light the weight is, it is effective at improving strength, building muscle size, and improving function
![As we grow up, society repeatedly tells us that push-ups are very difficult to do as we are too weak to do them, and we spend a lifetime following this self-fulfilling prophecy.(Pixabay) As we grow up, society repeatedly tells us that push-ups are very difficult to do as we are too weak to do them, and we spend a lifetime following this self-fulfilling prophecy.(Pixabay)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/148x111/pushup_1690819098080_1690819098232.jpg)
Published on Jul 31, 2023 09:57 PM IST
Overhauling Indian military structure, HR is vital to tackle future challenges
Incorporating disruptive tech and innovative HR policies will be vital in building a lean and effective Indian military that readily tackles future challenges
![Military history is replete with examples when disruptive thinking by leaders in campaigns has led to resounding victories despite heavy odds. (PTI) Military history is replete with examples when disruptive thinking by leaders in campaigns has led to resounding victories despite heavy odds. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/148x111/PTI01-23-2023-000099A-0_1674461922909_1674461922909_1690805146437.jpg)
Published on Jul 31, 2023 06:07 PM IST
Gig law can shape 21st century welfare models
The Rajasthan law is a stepping stone towards understanding and learning how to help gig workers as they deal with dynamic income insecurity
![The term gig workers refers to those who are engaged in any income-generating activity as freelancers or on a temporary basis. (Shutterstock) The term gig workers refers to those who are engaged in any income-generating activity as freelancers or on a temporary basis. (Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/148x111/The-term-gig-workers-refers-to-those-who-are-engag_1672166837992_1690774205958.jpg)
Published on Jul 31, 2023 09:24 AM IST
Climate is at core of India’s G20 agenda
Discussions and outcomes during India’s G20 presidency can become global markers to measure progress in critical areas
![The G20 summit logo. (File) The G20 summit logo. (File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/148x111/The-G20-summit-logo---File-_1683744494799_1690773773295.jpg)
Updated on Jul 31, 2023 10:39 AM IST
Manipur’s crisis shows ethnic rivalries must be brought to an end
The fires in Manipur might spread to Mizoram and neighbouring areas. That is why it is critical to put a stop to the current storm of ethnic rivalry.
![The Manipur police along with security forces have launched a series of operations across the state (File Photo) The Manipur police along with security forces have launched a series of operations across the state (File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/31/148x111/The-Manipur-police-along-with-security-forces-have_1687965737010_1690773921328.jpg)
Published on Jul 31, 2023 09:01 AM IST
Just Like That | The life and times of Inder Kumar Gujral
IK Gujral unexpectedly became PM after HD Deve Gowda's resignation. He was known for his gentlemanly demeanour, astute political skills, and the Gujral Doctrine
![Even his enemies would agree that IK was a thorough gentleman.(HT Archive) Even his enemies would agree that IK was a thorough gentleman.(HT Archive)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/10398-03268-000-000_1690642614749_1690642638912.jpg)
Published on Jul 29, 2023 08:54 PM IST
EV adoption guidelines must be more practical
A phased approach, prioritizing infrastructure development, cost-effective EV models, and collaboration is necessary for a successful EV transition in Delhi
![A successful and speedy transition to EVs in Delhi requires a comprehensive and well-sequenced approach (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE) A successful and speedy transition to EVs in Delhi requires a comprehensive and well-sequenced approach (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/Pimpri-Chinchwad-Municipal-Corporation--PCMC--on-F_1689441943086_1690642435313.jpg)
Published on Jul 29, 2023 08:54 PM IST
The intriguing twists of Ambedkar’s career
A book reveals lesser-known aspects of BR Ambedkar, including his role in the freedom struggle and his struggle to be part of the Constituent Assembly.
![Imagine what would have happened if Ambedkar hadn’t made it? (HT Archives) Imagine what would have happened if Ambedkar hadn’t made it? (HT Archives)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/Dr-BR-Ambedkar-believed-that-education--which-is-a_1681383254503_1690642124352.jpg)
Published on Jul 29, 2023 08:54 PM IST
India’s economy can scale new highs. Here’s a plan
India must keep its GDP growth high, generate mass employment, overhaul education, focus on environmental sustainability, and safeguard its social fabric
![India will need to generate mass employment that guarantees a base minimum income.(HT Archive) India will need to generate mass employment that guarantees a base minimum income.(HT Archive)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/20220525_DLI-RKR-MN_Weather_Delhi-01_1690641847411_1690641857547.jpg)
Keeping up with UP | Decoding the Maya factor as the battle lines for 2024 are d
The BSP chief and former UP CM will play spoiler in the northern region as she will cut into Opposition votes
![Mayawati, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) national president, is a Dalit icon in northern India. (Twitter/@Mayawati) Mayawati, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) national president, is a Dalit icon in northern India. (Twitter/@Mayawati)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/BSP-supremo-Mayawati--Twitter--Mayawati-_1682245971251_1690620340357.jpg)
Published on Jul 29, 2023 02:48 PM IST
The Taste With Vir: If Sudha Murthy doesn't want to smell meat, it is her right
I find it offensive to pass judgements on people’s food choices. Food is a personal matter. And that is how it should remain.
![Sudha Murthy said, in a video clip that has gone viral, that she is a ‘pure vegetarian’ and that, when she travels, she prefers to go to vegetarian restaurants because otherwise she fears that the spoons with which she is served might previously have been used to serve meat. (HT Photo/ Jagadeesh NV) Sudha Murthy said, in a video clip that has gone viral, that she is a ‘pure vegetarian’ and that, when she travels, she prefers to go to vegetarian restaurants because otherwise she fears that the spoons with which she is served might previously have been used to serve meat. (HT Photo/ Jagadeesh NV)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/sudha-murthy_1690614288732_1690614288896.jpg)
Published on Jul 29, 2023 12:39 PM IST
Vir Sanghvi, Delhi
From a bird to a letter: the journey of a logo and a brand
Brands change. Logos change. The more impactful name changes are where they signify a deeper change in what is being offered to customers
![Twitter logos hang outside the company's offices in San Francisco, (AP) Twitter logos hang outside the company's offices in San Francisco, (AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/29/148x111/Twitter-Fidelity-0_1685664641563_1690611155579.jpg)
Published on Jul 29, 2023 11:53 AM IST
Manipur’s crisis needs a proactive government
Ethnic conflict in Manipur, sparked by a court ruling on the inclusion of the Meitei community in the Scheduled Tribe list, must be addressed proactively.
![Manipur was one of the most insurgency-ridden states with about 15 outfits representing different tribes or communities. Manipur was one of the most insurgency-ridden states with about 15 outfits representing different tribes or communities.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/28/148x111/thumb_1690480585509_1690555369999.jpg)
Published on Jul 28, 2023 10:28 PM IST
Digital payments can usher in an era of prosperity
During its G20 presidency, India, through the use of open technologies and sharing knowledge about DPIs freely, can bring global prosperity
![Whether it is the coconut seller who accepts payments via QR code, or a luxury e-commerce app, a rising tide lifts all boats.(HT Archive) Whether it is the coconut seller who accepts payments via QR code, or a luxury e-commerce app, a rising tide lifts all boats.(HT Archive)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/28/148x111/20161208_Mum_KP_MN_CashLess_023_1690561333854_1690561344347.jpg)
Published on Jul 28, 2023 10:27 PM IST
Politicisation is hurting rights bodies. Fix them
Statutory bodies meant to protect vulnerable communities in India have failed to provide adequate support in cases of sexual assault and violence in Manipur
![Statutory bodies safeguarding human rights and vulnerable communities are indispensable for pluralism, diversity, and accountability which are core to a democracy. (PTI) Statutory bodies safeguarding human rights and vulnerable communities are indispensable for pluralism, diversity, and accountability which are core to a democracy. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/28/148x111/The-National-Human-Rights-Commission-has-told-Biha_1681486824433_1690555450011.jpg)
Published on Jul 28, 2023 10:26 PM IST
Terms of Trade | Two realpolitik questions on the Manipur tragedy
One: Why is Biren Singh still CM? Two: Why has the gender violence in Manipur not seen nationwide protests?
![Manipur has been witnessing ethnic violence since first week of May (File Photo) Manipur has been witnessing ethnic violence since first week of May (File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/28/148x111/Manipur-has-been-witnessing-ethnic-violence-since-_1690468590066_1690543695399.jpg)
Published on Jul 28, 2023 05:46 PM IST
End the whataboutery around Manipur crisis
A viral video has sparked a political war; parallels are being drawn with other states. But Manipur needs accountability instead
![The Manipur Students’ Union at a protest against the ongoing violence, in Imphal. (ANI) The Manipur Students’ Union at a protest against the ongoing violence, in Imphal. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/27/148x111/The-Manipur-Students--Union-at-a-protest-against-t_1690312095723_1690469326944.jpg)
Published on Jul 27, 2023 09:54 PM IST
A prescription to curb caste bias on campuses
A recent spate of suicides by students from marginalized communities in elite institutions highlights the lack of policies to address discrimination.
![On July 6, the top court started hearing a petition by the mothers of Rohith Vemula, who died by suicide at the University of Hyderabad(HT Archive) On July 6, the top court started hearing a petition by the mothers of Rohith Vemula, who died by suicide at the University of Hyderabad(HT Archive)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/27/148x111/shadow-decision-noose-while-making-suicide-hangman_50456e60-bda1-11ea-b1db-f4c281a9a9e5_1690469521814.jpg)
Published on Jul 27, 2023 09:54 PM IST
Enable cities to better tackle climate extremes
With India's urban population expected to grow to over 800 million by 2050, inclusive infrastructure that supports natural resources is crucial.
![Global research has confirmed that unusual and extreme weather events are due to the impact of the climate crisis.(HT file photo) Global research has confirmed that unusual and extreme weather events are due to the impact of the climate crisis.(HT file photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/27/148x111/A-guesthouse-owner-at-Kulga-village-in-Kullu-distr_1690279633083_1690469605318.jpg)
Published on Jul 27, 2023 09:54 PM IST
We're worried about population explosion. So let's talk brass tacks
A simple indicator of Indian men's involvement in family planning is male sterilisation numbers. What explains the abysmal numbers?
![The decline in male sterilization or vasectomy, subsequently, was dramatic and, as it has been so far the case, irreversible.(Shutterstock) The decline in male sterilization or vasectomy, subsequently, was dramatic and, as it has been so far the case, irreversible.(Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/26/148x111/_d0496162-4480-11e8-9c90-d40a08109dff_1690404118012.jpg)
Published on Jul 27, 2023 10:21 AM IST
NEP will play a pivotal role in propelling India
NEP 2020 in India has brought significant changes to the education system, including flexible curricula, assessment reforms, and increased learner empowerment
![NEP 2020 is helping schools and colleges, too, to become enablers of solution-driven grassroots innovation.(Getty Images/iStockphoto) NEP 2020 is helping schools and colleges, too, to become enablers of solution-driven grassroots innovation.(Getty Images/iStockphoto)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/26/148x111/The-entrance-test-for-admission-in-government-scho_1677430912528_1690401728312.jpg)
Published on Jul 27, 2023 01:35 AM IST
Qin’s removal reveals a messy portrait of China
China's foreign minister, Qin Gang, has been removed from his position and replaced by Wang Yi, sparking speculation about the reasons behind his removal
![China removed foreign minister Qin Gang and appointed Wang Yi (AP File) China removed foreign minister Qin Gang and appointed Wang Yi (AP File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/26/148x111/China-removed-foreign-minister-Qin-Gang-and-appoin_1690298174699_1690389032108.jpg)
Published on Jul 26, 2023 10:13 PM IST
Raj laws can spur a new welfare model
Laws on a minimum income and benefits for gig workers bring the conversation on rights and citizenship into the core of the welfare debate
![Rajasthan’s laws are a reminder of the centrality of social movements in shaping welfare.(Shutterstock) Rajasthan’s laws are a reminder of the centrality of social movements in shaping welfare.(Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/26/148x111/The-term-gig-workers-refers-to-those-who-are-engag_1672166837992_1690386315638.jpg)
Published on Jul 26, 2023 10:13 PM IST
Manipur viral video | When rape is political crime, it requires a political solu
In times of ethnic and communal clashes, rape is a political tool, used to humiliate and establish dominance. In the bargain, women are dehumanised further
![The Manipur Students’ Union at a protest against the ongoing violence, in Imphal. (ANI) The Manipur Students’ Union at a protest against the ongoing violence, in Imphal. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/26/148x111/The-Manipur-Students--Union-at-a-protest-against-t_1690312095723_1690355101719.jpg)
Published on Jul 26, 2023 12:45 PM IST
Scientifically Speaking | The Mysterious Cases of Algal Infections
The lesson is that our planet is full of many life forms that continue to surprise us. Even the most unlikely organisms—such as algae—can threaten human health
![Prototheca appears to have developed a mechanism to elude detection by the immune system. (CDC) Prototheca appears to have developed a mechanism to elude detection by the immune system. (CDC)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/26/148x111/Prototheca_1690354891316_1690354899355.gif)
Published on Jul 26, 2023 12:45 PM IST
SDGs are unlikely to be met. What comes next?
The world is falling short on Global Goals, with a massive funding shortfall. Donors must meet commitments and identify the best investments for the most impact
![The beauty of the goals is that they forced the world to agree on what matters and on the measures of progress. (Shutterstock) The beauty of the goals is that they forced the world to agree on what matters and on the measures of progress. (Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/25/148x111/shutterstock_2090608270_1657803485938_1690296607527.jpg)
Published on Jul 25, 2023 10:11 PM IST
Mathematical equality can’t be the goal of UCC
UCC could have implications for freedom of religion. Reasonable classification and unity in diversity are important considerations in this debate.
![But first, does UCC mean all religious laws will be set aside and a separate legal code be applicable to all? (Shutterstock) But first, does UCC mean all religious laws will be set aside and a separate legal code be applicable to all? (Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2023/07/25/148x111/At-the-time-the-Constitution-was-being-framed--the_1672152815714_1690296664017.jpg)
Published on Jul 25, 2023 10:11 PM IST
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