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future tech

Published on Jun 25, 2026 04:02 pm IST

Social Security paper checks will end in 2026 as all payments become electronic

Social Security will stop paper checks by the end of 2026. (Photo by SAUL LOEB / AFP)

us news

Published on Jun 12, 2026 01:37 am IST

Ajit Pawar retained free hand in Pune district administration

Known for his deep familiarity with the district, Ajit Pawar closely tracked developments across Pune, Pimpri-Chinchwad and rural areas. (Hindustan Times)

pune news

Published on Jan 29, 2026 06:34 am IST

Trump administration to create registry for people living illegally in US

Immigration authorities said Tuesday that the Trump administration is establishing a register for all those who are in the country unlawfully and that those who fail to self-report may be subject to penalties or legal action.

world news

Published on Feb 26, 2025 12:36 pm IST

Hegseth replaces military lawyers saying they were not ‘well-suited’

Pete Hegseth, the defence secretary, announced on Monday that he was replacing the senior military attorneys because he didn't believe they were "suited" to make suggestions when legal directives were issued.

world news

Published on Feb 25, 2025 01:26 pm IST

Trump administration targets China with new trade and investment restrictions

The Trump administration targeted China with a number of trade, investment, and other policies that increase the likelihood that relations between the US and its main economic adversary could soon deteriorate.

world news

Published on Feb 24, 2025 12:35 pm IST

Trump administration terminates Biden-appointed attorneys across US

The Trump White House on Wednesday handed termination warnings to at least a few U.S. Attorneys nationwide who had been nominated by Democratic President Joe Biden.

world news

Published on Feb 13, 2025 11:10 am IST

Trump administration using federal prisons for immigration detainees

The federal Bureau of Prisons announced Friday that President Donald Trump's administration is reverting to a practice that sparked accusations of abuse during his first term by utilising federal prisons to house some of the individuals detained in its immigration operation.

us news

Published on Feb 07, 2025 11:10 pm IST

Meta responds after Instagram users claim they were forced to follow Trump

Social networking giant Meta has denied complaints from some users that they are being forced to follow accounts belonging to the new administration of US President Donald Trump

world news

Published on Jan 23, 2025 05:33 pm IST

Canadian ministers head to Florida for talks with incoming Trump administration

For the discussions this week, Dominic LeBlanc, the new finance minister, and Mélanie Joly, the foreign minister, will go to Palm Beach, Florida on Thursday, according to LeBlanc spokesperson Jean-Sébastien Comeau.

world news

Published on Dec 27, 2024 07:51 am IST

Donald Trump picks new US ambassadors to Portugal, Malta

A special envoy for Latin America and new US ambassadors to Portugal and Malta are among the important appointments that US President-elect Donald Trump has made for his impending Trump 2.0 cabinet.

world news

Published on Dec 26, 2024 06:57 am IST

Biden to act on land protections, clemency, and AI in final weeks of Presidency

President Joe Biden outlines his plans to implement land protections, clemency, and artificial intelligence in the closing weeks of his administration in an effort to solidify his legacy before to Donald Trump's inauguration.

world news

Published on Dec 16, 2024 08:07 am IST

Trump's transition team finalises deal with DOJ for nominee background checks

Former Representative Matt Gaetz, US attorney general nominee for US President-elect Donald Trump, center, departs with Senator JD Vance, a Republican from Ohio and US Vice President-elect, left, following meetings with Republican Senators at the US Capitol in Washington, DC, US,

world news

Published on Dec 04, 2024 11:23 am IST

Trump announces 7 picks in series of high-profile announcements; Who are they?

Trump named author and Johns Hopkins surgeon Marty Makary, who opposed COVID-19 lockdowns, to lead the US Food and Drug Administration.

us news

Published on Nov 23, 2024 04:16 pm IST

Donald Trump’s White House team: Who are top contenders for key roles?

US President-elect Donald Trump watches a video screen in Salem.

world news

Published on Nov 08, 2024 08:34 am IST

Dist admn reviews progress, functioning of STPs, SPSs after Lko rainfall, waterlogging

Dist administration officials meeting at the Smart City office in Lucknow on Wednesday (HT Photo)

lucknow news

Published on Aug 07, 2024 09:44 pm IST

Chandigarh: Illicit liquor seized from multiple vends

Excise and taxation commissioner Rupesh Kumar emphasised that the department is committed to eradicating illegal activities related to liquor. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jul 28, 2024 08:30 am IST

Major reshuffle in Chandigarh police, over 2700 personnel transferred

This reshuffle, approved by the Police Establishment Board (PEB), aims to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the police force. (HT file photo)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jul 24, 2024 08:46 am IST

Power demand in India to double by 2035: Khattar

Manohar Lal Khattar underlined the importance of the vision of new and young professionals at a function held at Sushma Swaraj Bhavan, in New Delhi, on Saturday. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jul 15, 2024 06:12 am IST

Withdraw order on pensioners’ verification: Tarigami

CPI (M) leader Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami has urged the administration to withdraw its order concerning pensioners to be physically present before the treasury officers for verification. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jul 12, 2024 06:48 am IST

Out to fetch water, four family killed after vehicle plunges into gorge

Locals said they have to walk around 1.5 km every day to fetch water. (File)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jul 10, 2024 07:04 am IST

Pinarayi Vijayan faces rare censure within CPI(M) after LS polls drub

india news

Updated on Jun 21, 2024 08:50 am IST

Akhnoor bus mishap: Traffic DSP suspended for dereliction of duty

Taking serious note of a bus accident near Akhnoor on May 30, the administration has suspended a traffic police official for dereliction of duty. (ANI File)

chandigarh news

Updated on Jun 21, 2024 07:30 am IST

Four medical college students expelled from hostel, fined for ragging in U.P.’s Prayagraj

The action was taken after the four were found guilty of having ragged their juniors by the MLNMC’s anti-ragging committee (For Representation)

lucknow news

Updated on Jun 01, 2024 09:13 pm IST

Under the shadow of gun Rajouri-Poonch gear up for polling

The region has witnessed a spike in terror attacks in recent times. (HT File)

chandigarh news

Updated on May 24, 2024 01:53 pm IST

Disabled climbs onto rooftop of Pune railway station, brought down safely

After several attempts, railway police safely brought down the disabled who climbed onto the rooftop of the Pune station premises on Thursday. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

pune news

Updated on May 24, 2024 09:12 am IST