Times Special Stories
'Auto-suggestion Meditation' for joy and happiness
Experience deep relaxation through focused breathing and body awareness, achieving peace and discovering your true, blissful self.
- Surakshit Goswami
- The Speaking Tree
Buddha, the man who took a giant stride for mankind
Siddharth's journey from birth to Enlightenment highlights his teachings on understanding suffering and cultivating happiness, impacting humanity profoundly.
- Thich Nhat Hanh
- The Speaking Tree
Why are doctors hopeful though cancer cases rise in India? 60% are preventable, they say
Expert Dr Harit Chaturvedi discusses rising cancer cases in India, prevention, early detection, and cost of treatment, stressing 60% of cancers are preventable and early detection key to survival.
- Durgesh Nandan Jha
- Times Network
Poverty, IIT, love: How TOI report sparked heart-warming story
Against all odds, Raju and Reshma's love story blossomed from a Facebook friend request to a beautiful relationship, breaking caste barriers and inspiring hope in their village.
- Rashi Lal
- Times Network
Sologamy: How Baroda girl married herself against all odds
Kshama Bindu's groundbreaking self-marriage in India celebrates self-love, drawing mixed reactions from society and sparking online debate.
- Tushar TereSrirupa Ray
- Times Network
The Mothers Left Behind: Our girls are not safe anywhere, says Nikki Yadav’s mother
Mothers of Nirbhaya, Nikki Yadav, Megha Thorvi, and the 16-year-old survivor share their stories of grief and loss
- Times News Network
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
The right company or nothing? Maybe not
Reunions with old friends revive cherished memories, yet parting again brings melancholy, highlighting the deep bonds and timeless joy of true friendship.
- Times News Network
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Cancer in children: How to detect, how to fight
Childhood cancer in India: 75,000 cases reported annually, low survival rates. Expert Dr. Manas Kalra shares symptoms to watch out for, treatment options and importance of early detection.
- Rumu Banerjee
- Times Network
Spiritual Cricket: Where there’s no competition, only joy & bonding in playing the game
Reinvented cricket: fun, non-competitive, and bonding. Perfect for all ages to stay active and connect through "spiritual cricket."
- Mona Mehta
- The Speaking Tree
Biggest obstacle to love today is the idea of romance in our heads, says Jay Shetty
Jay Shetty's "8 Rules of Love" explores modern romance, emphasizing self-awareness and redefining love beyond societal expectations.
- Sneha Bhura
- Times Network
Once Upon My Time: Power And Influence Of Story
Explore the power of Story in our lives through 'Once Upon My Time,' focusing on the importance of Story Listening.
- Marguerite Theophil
- The Speaking Tree
How timely CPR could help in case of sudden cardiac arrest
Cardiac arrest in young people is rising. Timely CPR and lifestyle changes can improve survival and prevent incidents.
- Saqib Rafiqi
- Times Network
Why diplomacy is sometimes a laughing matter
Humor and wit in diplomacy, from Jaishankar’s quip on oil to Avvayaar’s ancient tact, defuse tensions and avert conflicts.
- Times News Network
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Charles Sobhraj: Two former cops recount his criminal deviousness
Charles Sobhraj, notorious criminal known as the Serpent, evaded capture, committed numerous murders, and manipulated his way through prison.
- Srirupa RaySharmila Ganesan Ram
- Times Network
Being Vijay Mallya’s son: Sidhartha Mallya opens up about PTSD & his book
Sidhartha Mallya, son of Vijay Mallya, opens up about his struggles with depression, OCD, and PTSD in his memoir, If I'm Honest.
- Jyotsna Mohan
- Times Network
Food of Gods: What Radharaman Temple in Vrinadavan teaches about history
The kitchen of the 500-year-old Radharaman Temple in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh gives unique insights into food habits of Medieval India and the history of Indian food.
- Times News Network
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
How telescopes in UP village astronomy labs are bringing stars closer, boosting education
Astronomy labs in government schools in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, are inspiring curiosity about space among students and locals, providing hands-on learning experiences and boosting self-esteem and confidence.
- Sandeep Rai
- Times Network
Bollywood to Hollywood: Why Priyanka Chopra Jonas calls her book ‘Unfinished’
Priyanka Chopra Jonas discusses her memoir Unfinished, her journey, resilience, and personal insights in a candid Times Literature Festival interview.
- Vinita Dawra Nangia
- Indiatimes
How Afghanistan before Taliban, US during 9/11 embrace in Nadia Hashimi’s book
Afghan-American returns to Kabul seeking family truth in Nadia Hashimi's "Sparks Like Stars," exploring 1970s Afghanistan's rich, complex history.
- Times News Network
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
How villains enlivened Bollywood, from Gabbar to Teja to Mogambo
Balaji Vittal's "Pure Evil" explores the evolution of Bollywood villains, linking their roles to India's socio-political changes.
- Avijit Ghosh
- Times Network