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‘Reckless’: Mufti doubles down on IWT revocation amid war of words with Omar

Published on May 16, 2025 08:08 PM IST

Mehbooba Mufti clashed with CM Omar Abdullah over the Tulbul navigation project and the benefits of Indus Waters Treaty

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti addresses a press conference regarding the India-Pakistan conflict and the killing of civilians, at party headquarters in Srinagar.(PTI file)

Congress says PM wants to extract ‘political mileage’ out of Operation Sindoor

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh pointed out the need for a special session of Parliament to discuss Operation Sindoor while backing move to send delegations

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned why PM Modi will be meeting only NDA chief ministers over Operation Sindoor.(PTI )
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:39 PM IST

GRAP-1 returns to Delhi as dust from Pakistan takes city's AQI to poor category

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday that dust advected from North Pakistan is moving towards Delhi-NCR via Punjab and Haryana.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 278 on 16 May, prompting immediate action.(HT photo)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:57 PM IST

Man who stabbed Salman Rushdie, blinding him in one eye, gets 25 years in jail

The man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie on stage, causing permanent blindness in one eye, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.

Author Salman Rushdie (left) and Hadi Matar (right), who blinded him in one eye by stabbing.(AP File)
Updated on May 16, 2025 09:04 PM IST

Amid ‘Laxman Rekha’ row, Tharoor named in delegation to expose Pak on terrorism

The government has reached out to MPs from multiple political parties, seeking their participation in the diplomatic mission.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress MP Shashi Tharoor during the inauguration of the Vizhinjam International Seaport, in Thiruvananthapuram. (PTI File)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:39 PM IST

‘It listened…’: What is Akashteer, India’s silent warrior that rattled Pakistan?

Akashteer is India’s fully indigenous, automated air defence system that precisely intercepts and neutralises incoming aerial threats in real time.

Ministry of Defence hails Akashteer as a breakthrough, saying it “sees, decides, and strikes faster than anything the world has fielded.”(X-@SpokespersonMoD)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:40 PM IST

Why is Tom Cruise hanging out with Indian influencers? Internet has theories

Tom Cruise's promotional tour for Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning has included engaging with Indian influencers like Avneet Kaur and Niharika NM. 

Tom Cruise invited Avneet Kaur, Niharika NM and Jannat Zubair to the sets and premiere of Mission Impossible 8.
Updated on May 16, 2025 09:00 PM IST

Bin Laden's final hideout was near Pak army base: 5 revelations from new series

A new Netflix docuseries reveals CIA's surveillance leading to the 2011 raid that killed al-Qaeda founder Osama bin Laden, the mastermind of 9/11 attack.

Ayman al-Zawahiri with Osama bin Laden during a 2001 interview (Reuters)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:58 PM IST

Shastri reached out to Rohit in Mumbai, told him he didn't agree with Gambhir

Ravi Shastri told Rohit Sharma that had he still been the head coach of the Indian team, he would have never…

Ravi Shastri, left, has often conducted tosses featuring Rohit Sharma(AFP)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:44 PM IST

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Ananya Panday opens up about all the chatter around her changing body

Published on May 16, 2025 08:06 PM IST

Ananya Panday addresses body shaming and societal pressures on women, sharing her experiences of being criticized for her changing body. 

Ananya Panday highlights the unrealistic beauty standards set by the industry and emphasises her commitment to embracing her natural self amidst constant scrutiny.(PTI)

Surbhi Jyoti reveals she and husband Sumit Suri have separate rooms at home

In an interview, actor Surbhi Jyoti revealed that she has a separate room from husband Sumit Suri because they both like their ‘own space’. 

Actor couple Surbhi Jyoti and Sumit Suri tied the knot in 2024.
Updated on May 16, 2025 07:33 PM IST

Shubman Gill, Sudharsan to join India A squad for 2nd match; Easwaran to lead

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan will join the India A squad ahead of the second match against England Lions. Abhimanyu Easwaran to lead. 

Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan will join the India A squad ahead of the second match.(REUTERS)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:07 PM IST

Doha Diamond League 2025 LIVE: Neeraj leads 4-member Indian team, Arshad absent

Neeraj Chopra Doha Diamond League 2025 LIVE: The Tokyo 2020 gold medallist will be in action, alongwith Kishore Jena in the men's javelin throw event. Meanwhile, Parul Chaudhary and Gulveer Singh are the other Indian athletes in action on Friday. Follow live updates of the Doha Diamond League 2025.

Live live Neeraj Chopra Doha Diamond League 2025 LIVE: Parul Chaudhary, Neeraj Chopra, Kishore Jena and Gulveer Singh will be in action on Friday.(AFP/PTI/SAI)
Updated on May 16, 2025 09:02 PM IST

World Hypertension Day: Doctor shares 7 tips to manage high blood pressure

World Hypertension Day 2025: Know the ways high blood pressure can be prevented.

Observed every year on May 17, World Hypertension Day aims to raise awareness about the risks associated with high blood pressure.(Shutterstock)
Published on May 16, 2025 06:01 PM IST

Cricket

RCB provide crucial Hazlewood update ahead of IPL resumption: 'He's trying to…'

Updated on May 16, 2025 06:46 PM IST

IPL 2025, RCB vs KKR: RCB Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, provides crucial update regarding Josh Hazlewood. 

RCB Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, provides crucial update regarding Josh Hazlewood(AFP)

Rohit invites parents, asks them to unveil Wankhede stand named after him

Rohit Sharma's parents inaugurated the stand in cricketer's name at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Friday.

Rohit Sharma's parents inaugurate the Rohit Sharma stand, with cricketer's wife, Ritika Sajdeh (R), also present on the occasion(X)
Published on May 16, 2025 06:15 PM IST

'Hardik has turned on his back whenever there's been drop catch…': Gavaskar

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar hails Hardik Pandya's captaincy for Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 season. 

Sunil Gavaskar hails Hardik Pandya's captaincy for Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2025 season. (AFP)
Updated on May 16, 2025 06:44 PM IST

'I didn't want to come as replacement...': Patidar reveals being ‘angry’ at RCB

Rajat Patidar is currently leading the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, as the side looks set to qualify for the playoffs.

Rajat Patidar plays a shot during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru(AFP)
Published on May 16, 2025 03:59 PM IST

Mustafizur cleared to represent Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025, but there's a catch

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman granted NoC by BCB and hence the pacer is now available for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025, but there's a catch. 

Mustafizur Rahman granted NoC by BCB and hence the pacer is now available for Delhi Capitals(REUTERS)
Updated on May 16, 2025 04:56 PM IST

Entertainment

Dadasaheb Phalke's grandson expresses displeasure at SS Rajamouli over biopic

Updated on May 16, 2025 09:04 PM IST

Dadasaheb Phalke's grandson Chandrashekhar Srikrishna Pusalkar batted for Aamir Khan's Phalke biopic over SS Rajamouli's for this reason. 

SS Rajamouli and Aamir Khan are reportedly both making biopics on Dadasaheb Phalke.

Why is Tom Cruise hanging out with Indian influencers? Internet has theories

Tom Cruise's promotional tour for Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning has included engaging with Indian influencers like Avneet Kaur and Niharika NM. 

Tom Cruise invited Avneet Kaur, Niharika NM and Jannat Zubair to the sets and premiere of Mission Impossible 8.
Updated on May 16, 2025 09:00 PM IST

Ananya Panday opens up about all the chatter around her changing body

Ananya Panday addresses body shaming and societal pressures on women, sharing her experiences of being criticized for her changing body. 

Ananya Panday highlights the unrealistic beauty standards set by the industry and emphasises her commitment to embracing her natural self amidst constant scrutiny.(PTI)
Published on May 16, 2025 08:06 PM IST

Sonakshi Sinha, Gulshan Devaiah excited as Dahaad gets renewed for season 2

The crime thriller Dahaad, featuring Sonakshi Sinha and Gulshan Devaiah, has been renewed for a second season.

A still from 2023 crime thriller Dahaad starring Sonakshi Sinha and Gulshan Devaiah.
Updated on May 16, 2025 07:59 PM IST
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Surbhi Jyoti reveals she and husband Sumit Suri have separate rooms at home

In an interview, actor Surbhi Jyoti revealed that she has a separate room from husband Sumit Suri because they both like their ‘own space’. 

Actor couple Surbhi Jyoti and Sumit Suri tied the knot in 2024.
Updated on May 16, 2025 07:33 PM IST

Trending

Mama cat turns back to check on kitten crossing narrow high beam. Video

Published on May 16, 2025 08:15 PM IST

A touching video showed a mother cat cautiously leading her kitten on a high beam, turning back often to ensure its safety.

A mama cat carefully guided her kitten along a narrow beam, frequently checking on it. (X/@AMAZlNGNATURE)

Crack this challenging maths brain teaser to prove you’re next-level smart

A maths brain teaser shared on X confused users with tricky number patterns.

A maths brain teaser shared on X puzzled internet.(X/@brainyquiz_)
Published on May 16, 2025 07:15 PM IST

Just in: Vikrant Massey roped in to lead KJo's Dostana 2 with Lakshya

Dostana 2 is off the back burners and how! Vikrant Massey set to lead the big banner Karan Johar film

Vikrant Massey roped in to lead Karan Johar's Dostana 2 with Lakshya
Published on May 16, 2025 06:22 PM IST

Uber driver pulls gun on passengers after dispute over directions in Florida

Uber driver pulled a gun on Miami rapper and her friend during a ride in North Miami.

A viral video showed an Uber driver pulling a gun on passengers in North Miami.(Instagram/krissycelessss)
Published on May 16, 2025 06:00 PM IST

Anupam Mittal books Srinagar flight amid mass cancellations after Pahalgam

In the wake of rising cancellations post-Pahalgam terror attack, Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal urged tourists to support Kashmir by continuing to travel.

Anupam Mittal shared a photo of his Srinagar flight tickets on X. (X/@Anupammittal )
Published on May 16, 2025 05:19 PM IST
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India News

Man who stabbed Salman Rushdie, blinding him in one eye, gets 25 years in jail

Updated on May 16, 2025 09:04 PM IST

The man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie on stage, causing permanent blindness in one eye, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison.

Author Salman Rushdie (left) and Hadi Matar (right), who blinded him in one eye by stabbing.(AP File)

India Pak news live: ‘We’ve only shown a trailer’ Rajnath Singh on Op Sindoor

India Pakistan news live: Locals in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch have started coming back to their homes. One of the residents of Poonch's Salotri village urged the government to build bunkers. 

live India Pakistan news Live: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with Soldiers at Bhuj Air Force Station, in Bhuj on Friday.(PIB)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:58 PM IST

GRAP-1 returns to Delhi as dust from Pakistan takes city's AQI to poor category

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Thursday that dust advected from North Pakistan is moving towards Delhi-NCR via Punjab and Haryana.

The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 278 on 16 May, prompting immediate action.(HT photo)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:57 PM IST

Muttaqi rejected Pak's allegations that Indian missiles hit Afghanistan: Sources

Muttaqi rejected Pak's allegations that Indian missiles hit Afghanistan: Sources

Muttaqi rejected Pak's allegations that Indian missiles hit Afghanistan: Sources
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:47 PM IST
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‘It listened…’: What is Akashteer, India’s silent warrior that rattled Pakistan?

Akashteer is India’s fully indigenous, automated air defence system that precisely intercepts and neutralises incoming aerial threats in real time.

Ministry of Defence hails Akashteer as a breakthrough, saying it “sees, decides, and strikes faster than anything the world has fielded.”(X-@SpokespersonMoD)
Updated on May 16, 2025 08:40 PM IST

Astrology

3 Zodiac signs will prevail in luck and abundance tomorrow, May 17, 2025

Published on May 16, 2025 05:08 PM IST

The Sun conjunct Uranus on May 17, 2025, and three zodiac signs are set to experience a wave of emotional abundance and familial warmth.

Keep reading to find the favourable outcomes in the family for the three zodiac signs.

That one zodiac sign will receive financial gains before the weekend

According to daily astrological predictions by our astrology expert, Dr Prem Kumar Sharma, the cosmos hints that Aries might be lucky on May 16.

Lucky zodiac sign today on May 16, 2025.(Freepik)
Published on May 16, 2025 01:58 PM IST

Tarot Horoscope Today: Zodiac Sign Predictions for May 16, 2025

Tarot Horoscope Today: Here's your tarot readings based on zodiac sign says for May 16, 2025.

Read about the tarot horoscope for Virgo 2025 for each month.
Updated on May 16, 2025 11:13 AM IST
ByNeeraj Dhankher

Love and Relationship Horoscope for May 16, 2025

Love Horoscope Today: A romantic aura for these sun signs today. Find daily astrological predictions for all sun signs.

Your love language according to your zodiac sign(Freepik)
Updated on May 16, 2025 11:11 AM IST
ByNeeraj Dhankher

Career Horoscope Today for May 16, 2025: A day for quiet development

Daily Horoscope Today, May 16, 2025: Your career horoscope today with astrological guidance for career and monetary prosperity.

Read daily money and career horoscopes for all zodiac signs and know your fortune for today at Hindustan Times.
Updated on May 16, 2025 11:08 AM IST
ByNeeraj Dhankher

Zodiac signs and their emotional triggers

Each sun sign has its own way of reacting to stress or discomfort. Keep reading to find out the emotional trigger of each zodiac sign. 

Zodiac signs and their emotional triggers(Freepik)
Published on May 16, 2025 11:06 AM IST

Lifestyle

Psychiatrist shares 4 sleep deprivation risks in new moms, and how to manage

Updated on May 16, 2025 08:59 PM IST

Sleep deprivation in new mothers affects overall wellbeing. Know how to manage it.

Sleep needs to be prioritised as it is the fundamental pillar of entire wellbeing.(Shutterstock)

World Hypertension Day 2025: Can PCOS increase hypertension risk?

World Hypertension Day 2025: Gynaecologist explained the lesser-known link between the hormonal disorder PCOS and high blood pressure.

High blood pressure affects one in three adults.(Shutterstock)
Updated on May 16, 2025 07:45 PM IST

Urvashi Rautela hits back at people trolling her Cannes outfit with parrot

In an interview with Hindustan Times, Urvashi Rautela talks about her outing at the Cannes Film Festival this year, and goes on to defend her look.

Urvashi Rautela walked the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival on the opening day.(Instagram)
Published on May 16, 2025 07:36 PM IST

World Hypertension Day 2025: Can smoking cause high blood pressure?

World Hypertension Day 2025: From narrowing of the arteries to passive smoking’s toxic effects, know all about smoking's link to hypertension here.

Smoking is one of the most harmful contributors to elevated blood pressure.(Shutterstock)
Published on May 16, 2025 07:00 PM IST

Are you a Guns N’ Roses fan?Rock the night in these concert-ready looks

Heading to the Guns N’ Roses concert in Mumbai? Here are some rock-ready concert looks to help you dress loud, wild and unforgettable.

Guns N’ Roses concert in Mumbai: Rock the night in these concert-ready looks (Pexels)
Updated on May 16, 2025 06:54 PM IST

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Education

Mohan Babu University, Penn State University partner to offer joint degree prog

Published on May 16, 2025 07:02 PM IST

Students from India will get the global exposure and a top-ranked U.S. degree at nearly half the cost, along with access to world-class academics, and more. 

From Left: Vinay Maheshwari, ED MBU, Dr. Vahid Motevalli, Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Penn State University, Dr. M. Mohan Babu, Chancellor, MBU, Dr. David M. Callejo Pérez, Chancellor, Penn State University, Vishnu Manchu, Pro-Chancellor, MBU, during the MOA signing.

Govt approves IIFT's proposal to open first offshore campus in Dubai

'The Dubai campus will serve the dynamic needs of the Indian diaspora and global learners and strengthen India's educational footprint in the Gulf region'

IIFT has campuses in Delhi, Kolkata, and Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh)
Updated on May 16, 2025 06:17 PM IST
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Lovely Professional University suspends MoUs with Türkiye and Azerbaijan

The decision by LPU comes in response to the pro-Pakistan stance of Türkiye and Azerbaijan following the heightened Indo-Pak tensions.

A total of 6 MoUs have been suspended which includes the immediate termination of student and faculty exchange programs, and more. (PTI)
Published on May 16, 2025 06:02 PM IST

PSEB 10th Result 2025 Live: Punjab Board Matric results declared, link here

PSEB 10th Result 2025 Live: Punjab Board Class 10 result declared. The link is available at pseb.ac.in. Follow the blog for latest updates on results, direct link and more. 

live PSEB 10th Result 2025 OUT Live: Direct link for Punjab Board Matric result activated, download marks now
Updated on May 16, 2025 05:29 PM IST

TN 11th HSE Result 2025 OUT Live: Direct link to check Tamil Nadu Class 11 marks

TN 11th HSE Result 2025 OUT Live: Tamil Nadu Class 11 results declared. Follow the blog for latest updates on results, direct link and more. 

live TN 11th HSE Result 2025 OUT Live: Check Tamil Nadu Class 11 marks here via the direct link
Updated on May 16, 2025 05:28 PM IST
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