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Stop blaming BMC alone, monsoon waterlogging our own creation, says HC

The court remarked that Mumbai “was destined to witness rainwater on the roads,” as people had encroached upon public lands, blocked drainage lines and converted footpaths into parking and hawking zones. (Raju Shinde/HT Photo)
Published on Jul 08, 2026 02:31 pm IST

CM orders faster grievance redressal in Gurugram, resolves 13 of 16 complaints

CM reviewed 16 complaints, sought action on pending cases and ordered closer monitoring of road and civic infrastructure issues. (HT Photo)
Published on Jun 02, 2026 09:15 am IST

As water reaches parched areas of south Pune, CM hails citizens, local forums for their role

As water reaches parched areas of south Pune, CM hails citizens, local forums for their role
Published on May 17, 2026 06:14 pm IST

Participation in elections vital but citizens cannot be compelled to vote: SC

The court pushed back against suggestions that non-voters should face punitive consequences or be denied state benefits. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Apr 17, 2026 07:26 am IST

‘Stay indoors’: India’s alert for citizens in Iran as Trump warns of strikes

India Raises the Alarm in Iran With 'Stay Indoors, Avoid Military Sites', As Trump Goes Ballistic
Updated on Apr 07, 2026 10:00 pm IST

Mind The Gap: Identity under scrutiny

File photo
Published on Mar 23, 2026 08:00 am IST

Chandigarh: UIDAI gets new seva kendra in Sector 17

Equipped with modern facilities and enhanced operational capacity, the new centre will offer seamless Aadhaar enrolment and update services for residents of Chandigarh and neighbouring areas. (HT File)
Published on Dec 07, 2025 07:04 am IST

Mind The Gap: A week of pure good news

Harmanpreet Kaur (L) and Deepti Sharma after the dismissal of South African skipper Laura Wolvaardt
Published on Nov 10, 2025 07:00 am IST

Make dashboard citizen-centric for road works, BMC told

Make dashboard citizen-centric for road works, BMC told
Published on Sept 24, 2025 07:41 pm IST

China accuses New Zealand over airport 'harassment'

Wellington in response insisted all people entering the country had to abide by laws and regulations.
Updated on Sept 17, 2025 09:34 am IST

Borderlands 4: Release date, time, where to play, editions and more

Borderlands 4 release date, time and more
Published on Sept 08, 2025 09:20 pm IST

Gurugram residents launch drive to fix potholes, improve sanitation

Over 100 employees of PRP Group filled potholes on MG Road and cleared garbage near the Guru Dronacharya Metro station.
Published on Sept 08, 2025 03:44 am IST

Beware of ‘property tax agents’: PMC

The civic body clarified that no scheme exists to reduce property tax or lower dues. (HT)
Published on Aug 20, 2025 03:38 am IST

No constitutional visualisation of any authority above Parliament: Jagdeep Dhankhar

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar. (PTI)
Published on Apr 22, 2025 04:00 pm IST

Forest dept registers offence against one for setting up forest fire in Undri 

The incident took place on Sunday around 5:30 pm when the residents of the Undri area saw three people including two teenagers and one adult setting up fire to the dry grass in the forest area. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 07:54 am IST

PCMC scraps plan to set up waste collection unit in Charholi 

The PCMC area daily generates 1150 metric tonnes of waste, out of which 700 tonnes is dry waste and 450 tonnes is wet waste. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 21, 2024 05:24 am IST

BEST Bachao movement: Citizens to stand with QR code placards to save fleet

BEST Bachao movement: Citizens to stand with QR code placards to draw people’s attention to ailing fleet
Updated on Jul 19, 2024 10:01 am IST

BEST unions seek Mumbaikars’ help in reviving dwindling fleet

Mumbai, India - August 08, 2022: Visitors takes a look at the miniature BEST bus during the 75th anniversary of BEST Bus at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Prabhadevi, in Mumbai, India, on Monday, August 08, 2022. (Photo by Anshuman Poyrekar/ Hindustan Times) (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jul 16, 2024 09:16 am IST

Mohol instructs PMC to finish incomplete road work 

Many Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and citizens present for the meeting expressed displeasure and raised the issue of ongoing road works in the city during the rainy season.   (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 06:30 am IST

Haryana citizens create ‘Green Manifesto’ before election

Over the next few weeks, the People for Aravallis team has said it will undertake a “massive outreach” to experts across various fields, youth, farmers, citizen groups, and representatives of vulnerable working sections like gig and sanitation workers across rural and urban areas of Haryana. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 07:10 am IST

RTO launches WhatsApp helpline for auto, cab complaints 

However, the commissioning of a WhatsApp number will address the genuine concerns and bring control over the errant auto drivers.  (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 30, 2024 06:20 am IST

UPSRTC’s Margdarshi App coming soon: Minister

For representation only (HT FIle Photo)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 08:47 pm IST

FIIDS USA urges Biden administration to extend immigration relief to

DACA recipient Javier Quiroz Castro introduces U.S. President Joe Biden, before the announcement an executive action to provide immigration relief for spouses of U.S. citizens, coinciding with the 12th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, at the White House in Washington, U.S., June 18, 2024.
Published on Jun 21, 2024 11:17 pm IST

China, Australia to issue 5-year visas to citizens for tourism, business

China, Australia announce 5-year multiple-entry visas for tourists and business travellers
Published on Jun 21, 2024 03:11 pm IST

PMC initiates re-inspection of properties left out of 40% tax rebate

According to tax department officials, the re-inspection will continue till August 15 this year. (HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 21, 2024 05:48 am IST

Take measures to prevent waterlogged roads: Dy CM Ajit Pawar 

Dy CM Ajit Pawar on Friday directed departments to take immediate measures to prevent waterlogging issues in Pune. (HT)
Updated on Jun 15, 2024 09:42 am IST

A day after woman dies on the spot, citizens protest at Gangadham Chowk

The citizens held a ‘rasta roko’ at Gangadham Chowk from 8 am to 10.30 am on Thursday. Officers of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and traffic police were present on the occasion. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/HT PHOTO)
Updated on Jun 14, 2024 06:50 am IST

NEET paper leak: Massive protest in Meerut

The protest march in Meerut. (HT)
Published on Jun 12, 2024 10:28 pm IST

Pune forest dept issues notice to 3 officials in tree felling activity at Taljai Hills

Citizens alleged that the initiative to remove at least 200 Gliricidia trees from Taljai hills on March 17 saw the felling of other trees than the specified species which caused extensive damage to the hill biodiversity. (HT FILE)
Published on Jun 12, 2024 10:20 pm IST

Irony on World Environment Day: U.P. Forest Corporation to auction 400 green trees in Lucknow on June 5

Trees at UPSRTC regional workshop at Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jun 04, 2024 08:20 am IST