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The Trump family is now going all-in on crypto projects | Full details here
US President Donald Trump and his family have taken a interest in just about every corner of the crypto industry.
Published on Apr 14, 2025 12:25 PM IST
Bloomberg |
Why are stock markets falling today, are Trump's tariffs to blame?
Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China has so far sent global financial markets reeling and has pushed North America ever closer to a trade war.
Published on Mar 04, 2025 12:20 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Dust from car brakes is damaging your lungs. Here's what can be done
Dust from your car brakes are polluting the air and is worse than exhaust fumes while electric vehicles are not as green as you think; all you need to know.
Updated on Feb 17, 2025 11:59 AM IST
One hour in polluted air, even at home, could dull: Here’s what you should know
Is your home’s air secretly making you dumber? One hour of air pollution (even indoors) can cloud your mind, wreck your focus and cause brain fog.
Updated on Feb 13, 2025 02:47 PM IST
2025 predictions from Baba Vanga: Wars, alien contact and a near-apocalypse
It's too early to give up on the 'new year, new me' vibe but the 2025 bingo card vetted by the likes of Baba Vanga and Nostradamus predict a near-apocalypse
Published on Jan 03, 2025 04:28 PM IST
Your home AQI is more polluted than you think? 5 ways you are making it worse
The air in your home could be as polluted as the outdoor AQI. Here's what you are doing wrong and need to stop doing now!
Published on Oct 24, 2024 12:15 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Turbulent skies in Delhi, Mumbai: Unpacking the patterns behind recent storms
Recent weather events in Delhi and Mumbai are reminders of the dynamic and changing nature of urban environments under the influence of global climate patterns
Published on May 15, 2024 01:18 AM IST
Tackling asthma: Expert insights on better managing chronic respiratory disease
Not many are aware that Asthma is not a disease that can be permanently cured but can only be managed better with right intervention and medication.
Published on May 09, 2024 06:06 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Slight improvement in Delhi’s AQI as easterly winds bring respite from heat
The minimum temperature was recorded at 26°C on Thursday, a notch above normal, though it’s a tad below Wednesday’s minimum of 27.5°C, the highest so far this season
Published on May 09, 2024 09:47 AM IST
Mercury climbs to 42°C as dry, dusty winds bring Delhi AQI down to ‘very poor’
IMD said Delhi’s maximum should drop marginally around May 12 due to a western disturbance, which may bring light rain and overcast skies
Updated on May 08, 2024 05:02 AM IST
Prayagraj Old City: Broken, dusty roads poll issue for residents here
The number of such patients is in the hundreds and many more are approaching doctors, residents said
Published on May 03, 2024 07:50 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Prayagraj
Air quality to deteriorate in Pune in next 24 hours
‘Poor’ air quality in Shivajinagar and Hadapsar while the air quality is expected to fall to ‘worse’ in Bhosari
Updated on Feb 02, 2024 08:14 AM IST
Visibility suffers due to pollutants, weather
Mumbai's air quality remains moderate but visibility is poor due to heavy concentration of pollutants, dust, and weather conditions. Haze likely to persist.
Updated on Jan 03, 2024 08:10 AM IST
Sabah Virani
Statues installed at prominent locations in Pune city gather dust, residents demand better upkeep
These statutes are installed at Karve Road, Yerawada, Kasba Peth, Central Peth areas, Kothrud, Mandai, and Shivajinagar with funds from the state government, donations and under corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative
Updated on Nov 26, 2023 06:38 AM IST
Nadeem Inamdar
HT Reality Check: Despite pollution fine, dust & disarray persist at under-construction flyover site
While the dust never settles near the flyover construction site on Ring Road, PWD officials pledge swift resolution to pollution woes amidst safety concerns.
Updated on Nov 09, 2023 06:24 AM IST
Sreya Deb
Hertz all over: Swetha Sivakumar, on what goes on in a microwave oven
What exactly do these rays heat, and how? Why are eggs, meat and fish so tricky, but veggies and papad so easy to ace? See what happens after the beep.
Updated on Aug 19, 2023 11:32 AM IST
Swetha Sivakumar
Portion of 45-yr-old abandoned bldg collapses on Carter Road; no casualties
Local authorities and emergency services rushed to the site to assess the situation and ensure the safety of nearby residents. The damaged portion of the compound wall was cordoned off, and officials are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any further collapse or accidents
Updated on Jul 31, 2023 12:30 AM IST
Sabah Virani
When a camera takes a selfie, and reveals a star
In 2022, NASA's Near Infrared Camera took its own selfie for "engineering and alignment purposes.” Will the wonders of this space explorer never cease?
Updated on Aug 29, 2024 10:51 AM IST
Paroma Mukherjee
‘Heavy’ dust pollution leaves Lucknow gasping, air quality close to ‘poor’ category
With an AQI of 206, Lalbagh experienced the worst air quality, followed by Talkatora (202), according to the UPPCB data.
Updated on Jun 17, 2023 12:37 AM IST
Anupam Srivastava, Lucknow
Light drizzle brings down NCR’s AQI to ‘moderate’ after facing two hazy days
On May 16, the three cities—Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, and Noida—recorded AQI levels of 296 (in the “poor” category), 318 (in the “very poor” category), and 292 (in the “poor” category), respectively. While on May 17, the three cities recorded “very poor” AQI levels of 317, 339, and 324, respectively
Updated on May 18, 2023 11:19 PM IST
Microsoft's new taxonomy for hackers brings a storm of weather-themed monikers
Microsoft is shaking up the cybersecurity world with a new naming system for hackers based on weather events
Published on Apr 20, 2023 09:22 PM IST
Paurush Omar
Building collapses in W Delhi, none hurt
Police said that the insurance department of a bank, a gymnasium, a parlour, and a cosmetics shop operated from the building
Updated on Apr 18, 2023 12:35 AM IST
Delhi forests to be upgraded in eco-friendly manner
The department has already begun revamping the 17 forests in the city, with changes that include the creation of amphitheatres and eco-huts, bio-toilets, solar-powered lighting, and water bodies
Updated on Apr 17, 2023 12:11 AM IST
Fire-Boltt Sphere makes a ruggedness pitch which most affordable watches do not
The design of the watch is the first hint at its ruggedness aspect, which should be good news for those who need a watch that can withstand rough usage, but don’t want to spend a lot of money
Updated on Apr 03, 2023 12:52 PM IST