Morning brief: Pak leader who mocked ISRO now praises Chandrayaan 3 moon mission; 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.

Published on: Aug 23, 2023, 08:45:00 IST

By HT News Desk

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Chandrayaan 3: Pak leader who mocked ISRO now praises moon mission, calls it ‘historic moment for humankind’

After years of mocking the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), former Pakistan minister Fawad Hussain on Tuesday praised India's third lunar mission ‘Chandrayaan 3’, calling it a “historic moment for humankind”. Read more

Heath Streak, legendary Zimbabwe cricketer, dies at 49

Legendary Zimbabwe cricketer Heath Streak died on Tuesday after fighting a prolonged battle with cancer at the age of 49. He was undergoing treatment in South Africa after being diagnosed with what friends and close ones described as colon and liver cancer. Read more

‘Most important country for me’: What Biden told US ambassador to India

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Tuesday highlighted the profound connection between nations through the Indian diaspora. Delivering the keynote address at the Indiaspora G20 forum, Garcetti said US President Joe Biden had stressed to him the importance of India in the world. Read more

'Kaftan Girls' Malaika Arora, Kareena Kapoor party with Amrita Arora, Karan Johar and Natasha Poonawalla. Who wore what

Kareena Kapoor hosted an intimate party for her friends at her residence in Mumbai, and the pictures from the get-together are going viral on social media. Malaika Arora, Amrita Arora, Natasha Poonawalla, Karan Johar, and Mallika Bhat attended the bash. Read more

Kiara Advani slays in yellow kurta salwar at airport, fans call her ‘prettiest soul alive’. Watch

Kiara Advani is dominating the fashion game in Bollywood with not just her super glamorous photo shoots but also her simple airport looks in casuals or ethnic outfits. Read more

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More