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‘Burkhe wali ko bewakuf…’: Uber driver refuses to switch on AC for woman. Video

A woman in Pune shared her unpleasant Uber experience, where the driver refused to turn on the AC, claiming it was only for Premier rides.

A woman claimed that the Uber driver dropped her off mid-journey after refusing to switch on the AC(Instagram/@thehijaban_111)

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Updated on Jan 08, 2025 03:32 PM IST

BySanya Jain

Video: Delhi man dies after AC falls on his head from second floor

An 18-year-old man died after an air conditioning unit fell on his head from the second floor of a building in Karol Bagh area on Saturday.

CCTV footage showed that an 18 year old man died in a tragic accident after an air conditioning unit fell on his head from the second floor of a building

india news

Updated on Aug 19, 2024 07:54 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Olympic gold medallist sleeps in park following dire living conditions

Paris Olympics 2024: Thomas Ceccon from Italy was seen sleeping in a park following the bad living condition at the Olympic village.

Paris Olympics 2024: Thomas Ceccon was spotted sleeping in a park.

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Published on Aug 05, 2024 07:02 PM IST

ByVrinda Jain

AC-proof your skincare routine for summer and dryness dilemma

Try these skincare tips to prevent AC-induced dryness this summer

Tips for radiant skin despite air conditioning: Skincare routine to combat dry summer skin (Photo by Elizabeth van Renterghem)

lifestyle

Published on Jul 18, 2024 07:55 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi

Indian AC industry likely to double in value over next 4 years: Blue Star

The growth of India's AC industry would be from growing middle-class consumers with “high disposable incomes”, especially from smaller Tier III, IV & V markets.

Air conditioners installed at a building near Jhandewalan, in New Delhi (Photo by Biplov Bhuyan/ Hindustan Times)

business

Published on Jul 14, 2024 08:00 PM IST

PTI |

Beryl leaves hot misery in the Houston area. It still threatens flooding on its path northward

world news

Updated on Jul 10, 2024 12:18 AM IST

AP |

Beat the heat: How solar panels can cool your home cost-effectively

Air conditioning is energy intensive, expensive and can overload the grid. Could they run on solar instead?

Residents in South Korea installing solar panels beside their air conditioner.(YNA/dpa/picture alliance)

lifestyle

Published on Jul 06, 2024 01:27 PM IST

ByDeutsche Welle | Posted by Akanksha Agnihotri

How cities can beat the heat with passive design

Investing in insulation, optimising thermal mass, and fostering natural ventilation has enduring benefits for both your finances and the environment.

FILE PHOTO: FILE PHOTO: A worker carries an air cooler for delivery to a customer during the heat wave in Ahmedabad, India, May 30, 2024. REUTERS/Amit Dave/File Photo/File Photo (REUTERS)

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Published on Jul 04, 2024 09:14 PM IST

BySanjay Seth, Sheen Pandita

Unexpected AC demand forces manufacturers to airlift components from abroad

Companies are airlifting components from many countries like China, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan as traditional delivery via ocean takes more time.

Air conditioners installed at a building near Jhandewalan, in New Delhi (Biplov Bhuyan/ Hindustan Times)

business

Published on Jun 19, 2024 08:12 PM IST

PTI |

Heat wave in Delhi pushes peak power demand to all-time high of 8,656 MW

cities

Updated on Jun 19, 2024 07:40 PM IST

PTI |

Indians on UK heatwave alert at 26 degrees: ‘2 degrees above our AC setting'

Indians have been sharing witty responses to a foreign publication’s report on a heatwave alert in the United Kingdom at 26 degrees Celsius.

UK's heatwave alert at 26 degrees Celsius elicited numerous reactions from Indians, including one from an IFS officer who termed the temperature in Britain as

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Updated on Jun 18, 2024 04:06 PM IST

ByArfa Javaid

How too much air conditioning can ruin your health; know 7 side effects

From premature skin ageing to allergies and infections, here's how excess air conditioning is impacting your health. Know from an expert.

Too much AC use can lead to loss of moisture from skin, hair, nose and throat. It can basically dry out the mucus membranes which then in turn lose their ability to protect you from harmful bacteria and viruses(Freepik)

lifestyle

Published on Jun 07, 2024 12:37 PM IST

ByParmita Uniyal, New Delhi

Air India flight delayed by 8 hours, people fainted with no AC, claim passengers

Air India flight chaos: The passengers were made to board the AI183 New Delhi- San Francisco Air India flight and sit without air-conditioning.

Passengers were stranded at Delhi airport(X/ @39Abhishek)

india news

Updated on May 31, 2024 10:35 AM IST

ByShobhit Gupta

Heatwave risk hovers over Paris Olympics

environment

Published on Feb 05, 2024 07:02 AM IST

AFP |

Best AC brand in India: Choose from top brands like LG, Carrier and more

Best AC brand in India: Looking to upgrade, but cannot decide which air conditioner to buy? Choose from our recommendations of the most trusted AC brands.

technology

Updated on May 01, 2024 07:07 PM IST

ByNivedita Mishra

Life hack to stay cool without an air-conditioner in the US, here's how

The situation from heatwave is especially grim in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic in USA.

Heatwave and extreme temperature is breaking records in the United States(Getty Images)

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Published on Jul 28, 2023 04:13 PM IST

ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

Home decor, interior design: Tips and tricks to cool-off your space this summer

Some cannot afford air conditioning or prefer to use sustainable solutions. Home decor, interior design experts share tips to cool-off your space this summer

lifestyle

Published on May 17, 2023 08:56 PM IST

ByZarafshan Shiraz, Delhi

A billion new air conditioners will save lives but cook the planet

Demand for air conditioners is surging in markets where both incomes and temperatures are rising.

By one estimate, the world will add 1 billion ACs before the end of the decade.

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Published on May 17, 2023 04:49 PM IST

Bloomberg |

Making sustainable cooling affordable in India

This article is authored by Aarti Nain and Shikha Bhasin from CEEW.

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Published on May 04, 2023 10:06 AM IST

ByHindustan Times

Forecast for skincare: Are you keeping up with the climate?

Dust storms, heat waves, freak rain. Don’t let the erratic weather take its toll on your skin. Here are tips to stay a step ahead

Spray thermal water mists at regular intervals to gently wipe sweat and dust off the face when you are outdoors. (Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Jul 21, 2023 06:07 PM IST

ByRiddhi Doshi

Delhi HC flags unpaid dues related to Chhattarpur Covid-19 centre

The high court directed the Delhi chief secretary to resolve the issue related to unpaid dues of a company that installed air conditioners at the 10,000-bed Sardar Patel Covid Care at Radha Swami Satsang Beas, Chhattarpur

The petitioner-company had moved court in 2021 claiming that while the political parties took the credit for the facility, it was not given the relevant work order and papers to claim their dues and expenses incurred in the work. (HT Photo)

cities

Updated on Apr 01, 2023 12:02 AM IST

ByRicha Banka

How Mona Lisa keeps a smile ?

Second to the eyebrows, Mona Lisa's smile is perhaps the most noticeable feature in the Leonardo da Vinci's 16th century Renaissance era portrait painting.

The celebrated Mona Lisa painting is kept at Louvre Museum in Paris.(REUTERS)

technology

Updated on Aug 01, 2022 11:46 AM IST

AP | | Posted by Singh Rahul Sunilkumar

Why Ola, Uber cab drivers are refusing to switch on their ACs in Bengaluru

The country's two most-used hailing apps Ola and Uber are under fire as cab drivers have adopted a ‘no AC’ policy amid fuel price hikes and low commissions.

Ola and Uber cab drivers adopt a ‘no AC’ policy amid fuel price hikes and low commissions.(Parveen Kumar/HT photo)

cities

Updated on Apr 09, 2022 04:34 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Innovation at the core of IPLTech’s operating philosophy: Sid Das

IPLTech Electric is the first company globally to put heavy duty electric vehicles in commercial operation for clients like ACC in the Delhi-Gurgaon region.

Chetan Singhal, Sid Das and Subodh Yadav (from Left to Right) with IPLT Rhino 5536 Electric Truck.(IPLTech Electric Pvt Ltd)

brand post

Updated on Sep 18, 2020 04:33 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

A high-performing engine, stunning interiors, and unbeatable fuel efficiency – why The New ŠKODA RAPID TSI is a complete package

At an introductory price of ₹7.49 lakh, the car packs the best-in-class features. So when are you gliding into your parking lot in this beauty?

The New ŠKODA RAPID TSI incorporates the latest in automobile technology and offers a wide range of premium features.(ŠKODA)

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Published on Sep 07, 2020 03:15 PM IST

ByBrand Post

SDMC likely to look at open-air dining proposal at next meeting

According to SDMC officials, the policy allowing restaurants and eateries to serve food in open spaces is more relevant during the Covid-19 crisis as there is a lower risk of the virus spreading in open areas than in closed rooms with air conditioning.

Under the policy, the municipality plans to allow open-air dining at restaurants under its jurisdiction with certain riders. There are nearly 2,000 restaurants and eateries in south Delhi.(Getty Images)

cities

Updated on Jul 11, 2020 02:11 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Covid-19: Staying at home and want to use AC? Here’s what you need to know

A recent study in China suggested that air conditioning aided the transmission of coronavirus infection between people in a restaurant.

A man wearing a face mask looks out from a gate during lockdown to prevent the spread of new coronavirus in Hyderabad, on Saturday.(AP Photo)

india news

Updated on Apr 19, 2020 09:47 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

BMC’s plan for air-conditioned general wards needs to be studied

Some doctors, who have opposed the proposal, have said that the installation of a ventilation system in general wards might spread hospital-acquired infections

In 2018, a study commissioned by the BMC and Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that one in ten municipal clinics need major structural changes to prevent transmission of airborne diseases.(HT File)

cities

Published on Mar 09, 2020 12:37 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByManoj R Nair

In a slowing economy, the quest for sustainability

India needs a new consensus on its energy and economic transition for a sustainable future. Time is running out

Clean tech developers must find niches in the economy that will drive growth(Getty Images/iStockphoto)

columns

Published on Feb 23, 2020 10:32 PM IST

ByArunabha Ghosh

March of metallics: Holographic shine and glittery sequins eclipse New York Fashion Week 2020

It’s hard to miss the ‘90s grunge effect permeating the style landscape. Stylists Edward Lalrempuia, Akshay Tyagi and Raghav Tibrewal give their two cents on the trend.

The Christian Siriano collection is modeled during Fashion Week, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in New York. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)(AP)

lifestyle

Updated on Sep 14, 2019 10:49 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Delhi | ByManish Mishra

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A woman in Pune shared her unpleasant Uber experience, where the driver refused to turn on the AC, claiming it was only for Premier rides.

An 18-year-old man died after an air conditioning unit fell on his head from the second floor of a building in Karol Bagh area on Saturday.

Paris Olympics 2024: Thomas Ceccon from Italy was seen sleeping in a park following the bad living condition at the Olympic village.

Try these skincare tips to prevent AC-induced dryness this summer

The growth of India's AC industry would be from growing middle-class consumers with “high disposable incomes”, especially from smaller Tier III, IV & V markets.

Beryl leaves hot misery in the Houston area. It still threatens flooding on its path northward

Air conditioning is energy intensive, expensive and can overload the grid. Could they run on solar instead?

Investing in insulation, optimising thermal mass, and fostering natural ventilation has enduring benefits for both your finances and the environment.

Companies are airlifting components from many countries like China, Taiwan, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan as traditional delivery via ocean takes more time.

Heat wave in Delhi pushes peak power demand to all-time high of 8,656 MW

Indians have been sharing witty responses to a foreign publication’s report on a heatwave alert in the United Kingdom at 26 degrees Celsius.

From premature skin ageing to allergies and infections, here's how excess air conditioning is impacting your health. Know from an expert.

Air India flight chaos: The passengers were made to board the AI183 New Delhi- San Francisco Air India flight and sit without air-conditioning.

Heatwave risk hovers over Paris Olympics

Best AC brand in India: Looking to upgrade, but cannot decide which air conditioner to buy? Choose from our recommendations of the most trusted AC brands.

The situation from heatwave is especially grim in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic in USA.

Some cannot afford air conditioning or prefer to use sustainable solutions. Home decor, interior design experts share tips to cool-off your space this summer

Demand for air conditioners is surging in markets where both incomes and temperatures are rising.

This article is authored by Aarti Nain and Shikha Bhasin from CEEW.

Dust storms, heat waves, freak rain. Don’t let the erratic weather take its toll on your skin. Here are tips to stay a step ahead

The high court directed the Delhi chief secretary to resolve the issue related to unpaid dues of a company that installed air conditioners at the 10,000-bed Sardar Patel Covid Care at Radha Swami Satsang Beas, Chhattarpur

Second to the eyebrows, Mona Lisa's smile is perhaps the most noticeable feature in the Leonardo da Vinci's 16th century Renaissance era portrait painting.

The country's two most-used hailing apps Ola and Uber are under fire as cab drivers have adopted a ‘no AC’ policy amid fuel price hikes and low commissions.

IPLTech Electric is the first company globally to put heavy duty electric vehicles in commercial operation for clients like ACC in the Delhi-Gurgaon region.

At an introductory price of ₹7.49 lakh, the car packs the best-in-class features. So when are you gliding into your parking lot in this beauty?

According to SDMC officials, the policy allowing restaurants and eateries to serve food in open spaces is more relevant during the Covid-19 crisis as there is a lower risk of the virus spreading in open areas than in closed rooms with air conditioning.

A recent study in China suggested that air conditioning aided the transmission of coronavirus infection between people in a restaurant.

Some doctors, who have opposed the proposal, have said that the installation of a ventilation system in general wards might spread hospital-acquired infections

India needs a new consensus on its energy and economic transition for a sustainable future. Time is running out

It’s hard to miss the ‘90s grunge effect permeating the style landscape. Stylists Edward Lalrempuia, Akshay Tyagi and Raghav Tibrewal give their two cents on the trend.

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