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Sirsa ASI booked for ‘siphoning off’ seized opium, SHO suspended over supervision lapses

An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) posted at Ding police station in Sirsa district was dismissed from services for allegedly siphoning off a portion of an opium seizure and manipulating official records on Monday, while the station house officer (SHO) was suspended. (Representational image)
Published on Jun 16, 2026 05:22 am IST

Row erupts as idol of goddess Vagdevi placed inside Bhojshala complex

Following the High Court's decision to declare Bhojshala a temple, Hindus continue to worship at the complex.
Published on Jun 08, 2026 11:14 pm IST

Have repeatedly told Delhi Golf Club not to obstruct tomb visitors: ASI chief

ASI director-general Yadubir Singh Rawat battles encroachments, religious disputes and controversies surrounding the hosting of events at Delhi's ancient monuments
Updated on May 30, 2026 11:39 am IST

ASI’s killing in Amritsar: Police say probing all angles

The slain officer’s family ruled out any personal enmity and described the incident as a direct assault on the police force.
Published on May 28, 2026 08:16 am IST

Faridkot: Woman ASI suspended for tying 5-year-old granddaughter to gate

Faridkot: Woman ASI suspended for tying 5-year-old granddaughter to gate
Published on Apr 16, 2026 07:40 am IST

MP High Court bench to visit disputed Bhojshala complex before April 2

Police personnel stand guard during preparations for Saraswati Puja at the disputed Bhojshala complex (File photo for representation).
Published on Mar 17, 2026 07:13 am IST

Supreme Court revives Bhojshala case, allows prayers at site

Devotees make preparations for Saraswati Puja at the disputed Bhojshala complex, revered as Saraswati temple, on the eve of Basant Panchami, in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026.
Published on Jan 23, 2026 05:26 am IST

The tomb of Lodi dynasty founder lies neglected in isolated lanes of Chirag Delhi

The compound is in a dilapidated condition. (Arvind Yadav/HT Photo)
Published on Jan 18, 2026 03:34 am IST

ASI does not maintain any inventory of privately-owned heritage homes: Govt tells Parliament

ASI does not maintain any inventory of privately-owned heritage homes: Govt tells Parliament
Updated on Oct 07, 2025 02:25 am IST

Delhi's Sunder Nursery turns swimming pool? Viral video sparks outrage online

A screengrab (inset) of visitors entering and splashing about in the heritage pond of Delhi's Sunder Nursery.
Published on Jul 01, 2025 12:31 pm IST

Mohali: ASI runs over vigilance inspector during bribe trap

The accused, identified as ASI Kamalpreet Sharma, is currently absconding. (HT)
Published on Jun 06, 2025 09:50 am IST

SHO, ASI booked for ‘torturing peddlers’

The victims’ families have alleged that the accused officers subjected the detainees to physical torture and coercing them into unnatural sexual acts. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Published on May 09, 2025 08:16 am IST

Bisleri signs MOU with ASI to revive water bodies at heritage sites across India

Bisleri's MoU with ASI will help in reviving water bodies across India, furthering the country's goal of environmental restoration.
Published on Feb 20, 2025 06:59 pm IST

SC issues notice in Sambhal Shahi Jama Masjid well dispute, orders status quo

A view of Shiv-Hanuman Temple which was discovered during an anti-encroachment drive by Sambhal police and administration on 14th December, in Sambhal on Thursday.
Published on Jan 10, 2025 01:09 pm IST

Visuals surface from ancient stepwell ASI found in Sambhal's Chandausi

Workers during excavation work at a site at Chandausi area, in Sambhal district on Sunday.
Updated on Dec 23, 2024 10:16 am IST

‘There is Krish koop…’: ASI surveys Sambhal's 'Kalki Vishnu' temple

ASI team members conduct a survey at the ancient Kalki Vishnu temple, in Sambhal.
Updated on Dec 21, 2024 05:12 pm IST

ASI survey says 18 protected monuments not in ‘good state of preservation’

Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat stated that an ASI survey had identified issues in the preservation of 18 monuments
Published on Dec 13, 2024 12:25 am IST

B R Ambedkar's kin calls notice to Ajmer Dargah, an ‘insult’ to the Constitution

The Ajmer Dargah has been issued a notice by a lower court in relation to a petition about the dargah being allegedly built over a Shiva temple
Published on Dec 12, 2024 12:34 am IST

Sambhal violence: 400 identified, will put up posters of those involved, says DM

State police personnel deployed outside the Shahi Jama Masjid following religious violence in Sambhal on November 25, 2024.
Updated on Dec 05, 2024 12:46 pm IST

'Born to do this': Masayoshi Son's SoftBank to invest $1.5 billion into OpenAI

SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son has also publicly expressed admiration for OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman and said he frequently talks to him
Updated on Nov 28, 2024 03:29 pm IST

Punjab: Unidentified man snatches ASI’s pistol near Golden Temple, kills self

The police suspect the deceased to be a migrant labourer and said a probe to ascertain his identity is underway. (HT File)
Published on Sept 22, 2024 10:19 pm IST

‘Failing 10th class and applying for PhD’: Owaisi's dig at ASI over Taj Mahal

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi.
Updated on Sept 15, 2024 11:47 am IST

VB nabs ASI accepting 10,000 bribe

State Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Saturday arrested an ASI, posted at Guruharsahai police station in Ferozepur district, while accepting a bribe of 10,000 (HT File)
Published on Aug 17, 2024 10:58 pm IST

Water bottles not allowed on main Taj platform, tourism bodies flay decision

Tourists consuming water before moving for white marble platform of Taj on Tuesday. (Ranvijay Singh)
Updated on Aug 07, 2024 09:38 am IST

VB arrests ASI for accepting a bribe of 10,000

Punjab vigilance bureau (VB) on Thursday has arrested assistant sub inspector (ASI) posted at police station Ferozepur city for demanding and accepting a bribe of 10,000. (HT File)
Published on Jul 18, 2024 10:37 pm IST

Jagannath temple's Ratna Bhandar reopened for second time in 46 yrs. Here's why

The shifting is imperative for Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to carry out conservation work inside the inner chamber, to prepare an inventory and repair its structure. (PTI)
Updated on Jul 18, 2024 02:14 pm IST

How the Ellora caves are facing the brunt of security risks and a lack of funds

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A group of devotees gathered in Ellora caves
Published on Jul 12, 2024 09:00 am IST

ASI demanded 40k as bribe for tweaking medical report in accused’s favour: CBI Report

However, following the ASI’s demise, CBI has moved file for cancellation of the FIR. Another ASI, Satish, rounded up after the ASI had fled the police station before the CBI raid on Tuesday, was let off the same day after questioning. (HT)
Published on Jul 11, 2024 09:00 pm IST

Chandigarh: ASI ends life after CBI’s sting operation over bribery allegations

The cop was discovered unconscious in a parked car on the Sector 41/42 dividing road in Chandigarh. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 08:00 am IST

Ludhiana: Six days on, ASI facing graft charges surrenders before Vigilance Bureau

Accused was posted at Division Number 5 police station. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 10:58 pm IST