New Year

Friday, Apr 19, 2024 | Last Update : 01:46 AM IST

For us, here in India, 2024 is likely to be the single most significant year in the nation’s history. (Image by starline on Freepik)

Shobhaa De | 2024 is almost here… Are you ready for it?

What happens in April-May will set the country on a course which some believe may mark a journey of no return for the next 50 years.

30 Dec 2023 1:24 AM

Sanjeev Ahluwalia | What lies ahead: India to grow, inequality will rise

India will continue to enjoy the benefits, and suffer the downsides, of political stability

27 Dec 2023 11:10 PM

Farrukh Dhondy | Ringing in 2022 amidst the spectre of Covid, Omicron

My Christmases and New Years are pleasantly haunted by the ghosts of Christmases and New Years past

01 Jan 2022 12:25 AM

Shobhaa De | 2021 was better than 2020! Will 2022 sizzle & crackle?

Europe shuts down, New Year’s parties are cancelled across the globe, we in India are less despondent and generally optimistic about 2022

25 Dec 2021 2:40 AM

With all the calorie-intake, everyone’s now off on detox breaks. (AA Image)

Deepavali Detox

First came the Deepavali indulgence and then the comfort food binge with the onset of rainy weather, and now everyone’s in detox mode

24 Nov 2021 4:44 PM

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Party-pooper club rules

So, Ramesh and Suresh came to us, and very politely asked us for a dance. But they were instantly turned down by my friend.

12 Jan 2020 1:02 AM

As the clock struck 12, the protesting crowd burst into a cheer to greet the fellow protesters the new year, and moments later broke into the national anthem in unison which was followed by the slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad'. (Photo: PTI)

Anti-CAA protesters usher in New Year at Delhi's Shaheen Bagh with national anthem

Several roamed around waving national flags while others displayed creative placards against the new law and chanted 'Aazadi, Aazadi'.

01 Jan 2020 9:15 AM

The year 2019 has just gone past and we have barely stepped into 2020, with all its fanfare and undoubtedly with new expectations.

Mystic Mantra: On making New Year plans and resolutions

Thus, in the New Year, one of our resolutions should be to keep God, not just while planning things, but in the centre of everything.

01 Jan 2020 1:40 AM

You’ve got the look!

Here is our guide on how to get the look right for New Year’s Eve.

30 Dec 2019 6:28 AM

In addition to a year that is beautiful and joyful, we should wish for our loved ones a year that is auspicious — shubhamand joyful. (Representational image)

Mystic Mantra: Bring fresh outlook and vision to New Year

It is only when we seek and work for something greater, higher and nobler that we can accomplish a qualitative change in our life.

20 Dec 2019 1:36 AM

Festive must-haves

Our fashion expert offers tips on how get your wardrobe for the spate of upcoming X-Mas and New Year parties.

12 Dec 2019 12:51 AM

Google in years past has created New Year’s Eve Doodles that feature birds, but this year the search giant chooses baby elephants to welcome 2019.

Doodle’s baby elephants kick-start NY’s sparkles

Google is doodling in the New Year in its traditional party animal style.

02 Jan 2019 8:50 AM

Consumers, in 2019, will be more conscious about their user data as privacy concerns finally hit mainstream in 2018.

Tech cos need to weather controversies from 2018

Trust needs to be rebuilt, privacy needs to be addressed.

02 Jan 2019 8:44 AM

Eggnog is cold and sweet beverage consumed as a riff on classical French vanilla ice cream or custard.

Eggnog is the addiction to new year

Rich in milk, cream, and whipped egg whites eggnog is surely the beverage for new year.

31 Dec 2018 3:54 PM

Originally the intention behind celebrating the New Year was moving with the rhythm of nature. (Representational Images)

Mystic Mantra: Renew yourself every moment

There are a number of new years even in India according to the various cultures and systems.

31 Dec 2018 6:41 AM

Floral prints and geometric patterns gained popularity in 2018.

Feel fresh at home

It’s very important to rejuvenate your home. Here’s how you can give your home a makeover to welcome New Year.

30 Dec 2018 7:01 AM

Here are some vacation plan hacks that may help you moonwalk your way to the upcoming year.

New Year 2019: Here are weekender plans to make most out of your upcoming vacation

People who are in charge with planning the vacation party are the ones who stay on edge and for them the stakes are always high.

28 Dec 2018 2:14 PM

Here are 9 awesome spots to celebrate New Year's Eve in the US

US hosts some of the biggest and most widely televised New Year’s Eve events in the world.

27 Dec 2018 4:15 PM

Thailand approved marijuana for medical use and research, the first legalisation of the drug in a region with some of the world’s strictest drug laws.

Marijuana legal for medical use and research in Thailand

Thailand parliament voted to amend Narcotic Act of 1979 in extra parliamentary session handling rush of bills before New Year’s holidays.

26 Dec 2018 12:24 PM

The apps mentioned are some quick fixes to make your yearend easier.

New Year blues? Apps that can come to your rescue

Apps that can help you survive the New Year’s Week and Eve.

22 Dec 2018 1:54 PM

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