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Lt Gen BS Raju said inconvenience to civilians is kept to a minimum during terror encounters (ANI)

Watch: How Army tracks, eliminates terrorists in J&K, explained by top officer

PUBLISHED ON JAN 17, 2021 10:17 PM IST

Trump was charged with ‘incitement of insurrection’ over the deadly mob siege of the U.S. Capitol last week

Trump impeached for inciting Capitol riots: What happens next l Explained

PUBLISHED ON JAN 14, 2021 02:22 PM IST

India is all set to begin the first phase of Covid vaccination from January 16th

Stage set for Covid vaccination drive in India: All you need to know

PUBLISHED ON JAN 14, 2021 08:05 AM IST

Bird flu has hit the country amid the Covid-19 pandemic (Agencies)

Bird flu: Threat to humans, precautions, & how to cook chicken | Explained

PUBLISHED ON JAN 13, 2021 07:56 PM IST

India will begin Covid-19 immunisation from January 16 (HT)

Explained: India announces Covid vaccination launch date; who's first in line?

UPDATED ON JAN 09, 2021 06:41 PM IST

<p>Just days after Indian regulators cleared the Covaxin and Covishield vaccines for emergency use in the country, the chiefs of two top vaccine-makers engaged in a spat. Krishna Ella, chairman and MD of Bharat Biotech, and Adar Poonawalla, CEO of Serum Institute of India, exchanged veiled barbs over issues like vaccine efficacy, safety, and the risks their respective companies took. Eventually, the two buried the hatchet, releasing a joint statement affirming their commitment to smooth rollout of vaccines in India. Bharat Biotech has developed Covaxin - India's first indigenous Covid-19 vaccine - while SII is manufacturing Covishield, the vaccine developed by Oxford University and pharma major AstraZeneca. Watch the full video for more.</p>

War of words between Indian vaccine-makers SII & Bharat Biotech, then truce

UPDATED ON JAN 06, 2021 08:34 AM IST

<p>In a major boost for the Narendra Modi administration, the Supreme Court cleared the Central Vista project which seeks to revamp the seat of power in India. While dismissing a batch of 10 petitions, the top court said that clearance of the Heritage Conservation Committee (HCC) would be required before initiation of development work. The construction of a new Parliament building, a common Central Secretariat, and residences of the Prime Minister and Vice President are part of the plan. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Explained: SC win for Modi govt; new Parliament & Central Vista plan cleared

UPDATED ON JAN 05, 2021 05:18 PM IST

<p>After the electoral setbacks in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, many had predicted that the BJP's dominance in national politics was waning. Protests over the Citizenship Amendment Act, the farm related acts, the slowdown in the economy, the Covid crisis and the exodus of migrant exodus that followed the imposition of nationwide lockdown had led many to question the BJP's electoral chances in Bihar and the other states where bypolls were held. However, the BJP's dominant performance in Bihar and the near sweep in the bypolls held in several states have put all speculations to rest. So what does the BJP's electoral victory mean for the saffron party as it turns its focus to West Bengal. Watch the latest edition of HT Explains for all the details.</p>

HT Explains: Modi magic helps BJP reassert its dominance in Bihar & beyond

UPDATED ON NOV 17, 2020 04:53 PM IST

<p>After an intensely fought election, the Bihar election results are out. The NDA is set to return to power - but with a weaker chief minister. The RJD-led alliance failed to muster up a majority — but Tejashwi Yadav's campaign has made him a leader in his own right. From the Left to Asaduddin Owaisi, other formations too have made a mark in the election. What do the results signify? To discuss the Bihar outcome, HT's political economy and data editor, Roshan Kishore, joins this edition of HT explains.</p>

Bihar Mandate: What it means for Nitish Kumar, Tejashwi Yadav and Owaisi

UPDATED ON NOV 13, 2020 06:06 PM IST

<p>One of the most consequential elections in the United States ever has revealed a divided country. Joe Biden is ahead, but hasn't won in the landslide pollsters expected; Donald Trump seems down but not out, relying on legal challenges; and there remains uncertainty in key swing states. What does this election tell us about the US? And what will the next presidency mean for the US and the world? In this edition of HT Explains, HT's Consulting editor Pramit Pal Chaudhary joins editor-views Prashant Jha to discuss the landscape in the US.</p>

US Elections 2020: Biden ahead, Trump down but not out; what next?

UPDATED ON NOV 06, 2020 12:06 PM IST

<p>A big political war has broken out over the arrest of Arnab Goswami in a 2018 suicide case. A 53-year-old interior designer Anvay Naik had died by suicide, while his mother was also found dead at their home. In the suicide note , Naik had alleged he was being forced to take this step as he was not paid dues collectively amounting to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>5.40 crore by Goswami and two others. Naik was the managing director of Concorde Designs Private Limited, which rendered services for Republic TV. Along with Republic channel, Naik had dues with two other companies namely Smartworks and IcastX/Skimedia. Anvay Naik's wife then lodged a complaint with Alibaug police against Arnab Goswami, Feroz Shaikh and Nitish Sarda for allegedly abetting their suicide. Later in April 2019, the police closed the case and cvited a lack of evidence against the accused for doing so. The case was taken up after a video posted by the late interior designer's wife was retweeted by the Maharashtra Home Minister who promised justice for the family. Watch the full video for all the details.</p>

Explained: The 2018 Anvay Naik suicide case that led to Arnab Goswami’s arrest

UPDATED ON NOV 05, 2020 01:24 PM IST

<p>The narrative around the Bihar assembly polls, starting today, has shifted from being seen as a straightforward contest where an NDA victory was all but inevitable to a close contest, with anti-incumbency and the emergence of new players. In this edition of HT explains, Roshan Kishor and Prashant Jha examine the personalities, social equations, issues, and possible outcomes in Bihar</p>

HT Explains: As Bihar votes, here are all the key details you need to know

UPDATED ON OCT 28, 2020 04:35 PM IST

<p>In the inaugural edition of HT Explains, HT's editor in chief R Sukumar speaks to Prashant Jha about the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR annually, the factors driving it, and what can be done to address it.</p>

HT Explains I Delhi Pollution: All you need to know

UPDATED ON OCT 20, 2020 07:06 PM IST

<p>From not finding any traces of organic poison in Sushant Singh Rajput's body, to the discovery of lapses in the autopsy conducted by Mumbai's Cooper Hospital - news reports have shed light on what the forensic analysis by All India Institute of Medical Science, Delhi may contain. AIIMS was approached by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to vet the findings of the first report which suggested that the probable cause of the actor's death was asphyxia due to hanging. Recently, the lawyer of Sushant's father tweeted that an AIIMS doctor had told him that the actor was strangled to death as per photographic evidence. In response, the counsel for Sushant's girlfriend and main suspect in the case, Rhea Chakraborty, said that a new medical board must be formed to prevent partiality in the probe. A day earlier, Maharashtra's Home minister had taken a jibe at the CBI for not presenting its conclusions in the case despite probing it for around a month and a half. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Sushant death | Poison test to lapses, AIIMS’ forensic findings: Reports

UPDATED ON SEP 30, 2020 01:05 AM IST

<p>In a bid to step up surveillance of Chinese vessels in the Indian Ocean Region, India provided Maldives with a Dornier maritime surveillance aircraft. The plane was provided as per a government-to-government agreement for which talks had started in 2016. The plane will be operated by the Maldives National Defence Forces, while India will bear the running costs. The Indian Navy is training 7 Maldives personnel, including pilots, air observers, and engineers to operate the aircraft. Apart from keeping an eye on China amid persisting tension, the plane is also expected to help Male in anti-terror operations. In April 2020, ISIS had claimed responsibility for an arson attack at Mahibadhoo harbour. 4 speedboats, a sea ambulance and 2 dinghies had been set on fire. Maldives police said extremists or traffickers could have been responsible for the attack. The Dornier will help keep a watch on the isolated islands of the archipelago. Watch the full video for more.</p>

To keep eye on China ships, India gives Dornier surveillance plane to Maldives

UPDATED ON SEP 29, 2020 08:02 PM IST

<p>The Modi government is facing the fury of farmer groups over three farm related bills that have been passed in the Lok Sabha. While the government argues that the bills are in the farmers' interests and will help them earn more for their produce, several farmer groups across the country are not convinced. Farmer group[s have threatened to intensify their agitation if their concerns are not addressed. PM Modi has said that these farmers are being misled by opposition parties. Harsimrat Kaur has resigned from the cabinet as a mark of protest against the bills. The opposition meanwhile has attacked the Modi government saying that the bills show the Modi government's hatred towards the farmers of the country. So what are these three bills that have led to massive farmer protests in parts of Punjab, Haryana and some other states? What has forced the farmers to take to the streets and threaten of further protests? Watch the full video to find out all you need to know about the three farm bills.</p>

Why the uproar over Farm Bills 2020: Here’s all you need to know

UPDATED ON SEP 18, 2020 06:44 PM IST

<p>Days after India and the United States of America reprimanded Pakistan for not taking action against terrorism emanating from its territory, Delhi embarrassed Islamabad further by walking out of an international meeting. The latest diplomatic altercation between the two Asian neighbours occurred at a virtual meeting of national security advisors of member-states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. Moeed Yusuf, Pakistan's representative, used an incorrect map of the country as his backdrop. The map had been released by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan in August this year. It laid claim to Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and parts of Gujarat. After raising objections against the map and pointing out to the host country - Russia - that the map violated SCO meeting norms, the Indian side, led by Ajit Doval, walked out of the meeting in protest. As per sources, Russia sympathised with India's stand and even tried to persuade Pakistan to not use the map. Watch the full video for more.</p>

After USA rebuke, India snubs Pak & walks out of meet over fake map | Explained

UPDATED ON SEP 16, 2020 12:26 AM IST

<p>Amid the continuing tension between India and China at the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh, the name of a secretive unit of the Indian Army - the Special Frontier Force - has been cropping up, especially with regard to Indian troops' action on the intervening night of August 29 and 30. The SFF played a key role in Indian soldiers gaining control of strategically important heights on the southern bank of the Pangong Tso. This Army unit, also known as Establishment 22, and Vikas Regiment, was set up in the wake of Chinese aggression in 1962. Ever since then, it has seen action on many occasions and combat theatres, but experts believe that this is the first time that the SFF has been deployed directly against the Chinese. What makes this fact special is that the SFF mainly consists of Tibetans, many of whom had to take refuge in India due to Chinese occupation of their land. Thus, their deployment in Ladakh amid the ongoing face-off is also a political message to Beijing from Delhi. Watch the full video for more about the SFF's history and the significance of their deputation to Ladakh during the current standoff. Chinese military images courtesy: eng.chinamil.com.cn</p>

Explained: Indian Army’s secretive Tibetan squad; why it’s key in China tussle

UPDATED ON SEP 10, 2020 07:41 PM IST

<p>Kangana Ranaut has been in the midst of a raging controversy over her 'Mumbai-PoK' remark and criticism of the Mumbai police. The actor and some leaders from the Shiv Sena have exchanged barbs over Kangana's statement. However, this is not the first time that Kangana Ranaut finds herself embroiled in a controversy. The Queen actor has been outspoken on many issues including nepotism in Bollywood, the 'movie-mafia'. She has also been vocal about her relationships, one of which also led to a legal battle with Hrithik Roshan. She has also hate a love hate relationship with the media. She once had n altercation with a reporter during the press release of her movie and she was banned by the Entertainment Journalists' Guild. Kangana however refused to apologise and instead sent a legal notice to the EJG asking them to withdraw their ban. She has also faced accusations of excessive interference from her colleagues during the making of 'Manikarnika'. Watch this video to find out the top five controversies that Kangana has been involved in the past.</p>

Sushant death, nepotism row, Hrithik Roshan: How controversies follow Kangana

UPDATED ON SEP 10, 2020 07:20 PM IST

Hindustan Times

Explained: Behind China’s LAC dares, a nefarious plot to destabilize India

PUBLISHED ON SEP 08, 2020 06:12 PM IST

<p>Bollywood actor Kanagana Ranaut will be given Y-plus category security amid the escalating war of words with some political leaders over her recent controversial comments. The actor who has offered to help the Narcotics Control Bureau probe the drug menace in Bollywood had said that she is more scared of the Mumbai police than the movie mafia gang and had requested the Central government to provide her security. With Y-plus category security, Kangana will now be guarded by 11 personnel including one or two commandos. Kangana is all set to return to Mumbai on 9th September and has dared politicians questioning her to try and stop her. She also thanked Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the decision and said that he has proved that a patriot's voice cannot be suppressed by fascists in the country. So what are the different security categories in India and how is it allotted? Watch this video to find out all you need to know about the security categories provided on the basis of threat perceptions in India.</p>

Watch: Kangana Ranaut gets Y-plus category security l All you need to know

UPDATED ON SEP 07, 2020 08:22 PM IST

<p>The Indian government has announced a ban on 118 more mobile applications made by Chinese companies. This is the third instance of a ban on apps of Chinese origin. The first list contained 59 apps, including popular social media platform TikTok, and the second list had clones of the previous applications. The latest targets hugely popular mobile game PUBG, along with others like Xiaomi's ShareSave, WeChat, and Baidu. The government has claimed that the apps steal and surreptitiously send users' data abroad and pose a threat to national security. The move comes in the backdrop of fresh provocation by China along the Line of Actual Control in Ladakh. Indian Army said that Chinese forces tried to 'unilaterally change facts on the ground' in the intervening night of August 29 and 30. India's digital offensive has inspired other nations like the United States of America as well, with the Donald Trump administration targeting TikTok. Watch the full video for more.</p>

Explained: India bans PUBG, 117 more Chinese apps amid fresh border tussle

UPDATED ON SEP 02, 2020 10:03 PM IST

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