Afternoon brief: Ukraine is using these weapons to fight Russian invasion and all the latest news

Here are today’s top news, analysis and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Here are today’s top news, analysis and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

A member of the Ukrainian military surveys an area next to a residential building hit by an intercepted missile, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, in Kyiv, (REUTERS)

What weapons is Ukraine using to fight Russian invasion | See list

President Joe Biden promised $800 million in weapons to Ukraine to fight 'war criminal' Vladimir Putin. The new batch will include 800 Stinger anti-aircraft systems, 2,000 Javelin rockets, 100 'tactical' drones, 20 million rounds of small arms ammo, and 25,000 sets of body armor. This is what we know about the weapons that will be provided (or have already been provided) to Ukraine, not just by the United States but also by other countries. Read more

India celebrates Holi with traditional fervour as wishes pour in from leaders

The nation is celebrating the festival of colours Holi with much fervour. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his holi wishes to the countrymen. In a tweet, PM said that Holi is a festival of 'mutual love, affection and brotherhood'. Watch more

WI vs ENG: Joe Root scripts incredible world record with Bridgetown masterclass against West Indies

England captain Joe Root on Thursday scripted an incredible world record en route to his spectacular knock against West Indies in the first innings of the second Test against West Indies in Bridgetown. Root's knock helped England finish with 507 for nine before they declared their innings. Read more

Lamborghini ups speed, reports 2021 as its best year ever for sales and profit

Lamborghini is in the fast lane the world over with the US, China and Germany continuing to power bulk of the sales. The success of Lamborghini Urus SUV continues to help prospects. <strong>Read more</strong>

When Shashi Kapoor said Shabana Azmi 'wasn't particularly good looking', told Zeenat Aman she 'can't act for peanuts'

Late actor Shashi Kapoor had once told veteran actor Shabana Azmi that she wasn't 'particularly good looking' but was 'very fine actress'. In an old interview, he had revealed that he told actor Zeenat Aman that she is a good-looking woman but can't 'act for peanuts'. Read more

Alia Bhatt displays floral magic on Holi in ₹3 lakh strapless red mini dress and oversized jacket: See pics, video

Alia Bhatt displayed floral magic on the occasion of Holi, dressed in a strapless red mini dress and a matching oversized jacket. She wore the ensemble, worth ₹3 lakh, to attend Apoorva Mehta's birthday bash. Read more