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Evening briefing: Rajnath reacts to Indo-China truce, SC's on NCP party symbol

Here's a brief of today's biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items that you should check out.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. (Rajnath Singh | Official X account)

Published on Oct 24, 2024 06:44 PM IST

19-year-old Karnataka woman becomes British High Commissioner for a day

The British High Commission in India has been organising the event annually since 2017 to mark the International Day of the Girl Child.

Nidhi Gautam, 19, was chosen from a pool of more than 140 applications from around the country.(www.gov.uk)

Updated on Oct 11, 2024 09:36 AM IST

Zomato co-founder Akriti Chopra quits after 13-year tenure

Zomato co-founder Akriti Chopra has stepped down after 13 years with the company, effective September 27, 2024.

Akriti Chopra, co-founder and Chief People Officer of Zomato, has resigned after a 13-year tenure. Effective September 27, 2024, she plans to pursue other interests while thanking CEO Deepinder Goyal for her enriching journey.

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Updated on Sep 27, 2024 08:40 PM IST

ByMallika Soni

BJP MLA Munirathna and six others booked for alleged sexual harassment case

A case of sexual harassment has been registered against BJP MLA and former minister Munirathna and six others in the Ramnagar district of Karnataka.

Updated on Sep 19, 2024 11:16 AM IST

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Man, 30, jumps in front of Bengaluru Metro train, service resumed in 17 minutes

The man jumped onto the Bengaluru Metro track at the Jnanabharathi station which is on the Purple Line.

The incident took place on Bengaluru Metro's purple line.

Updated on Sep 17, 2024 05:06 PM IST

Jared Isaacman makes history with first private walk in space; internet reacts

Fintech billionaire Jared Isaacman led the first-ever private spacewalk, taking non-professional astronauts to new heights, here's what people are saying

Published on Sep 13, 2024 05:25 PM IST

ByAadrika Sominder

DU to submit report on irregularity in 12 fully funded colleges to govt

In a joint meeting of the Academic Council (AC) and Executive Council (EC), the members unanimously accepted the findings of a 10-member committee.

Delhi University (DU) said it has accepted a report on the alleged irregularities in 12 of its colleges fully funded by the Delhi government and will submit the findings to the government. (File Photo)

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Published on Aug 23, 2024 03:26 PM IST

PTI | , New Delhi

Here's what's hot: From pee-stained boxers to a dessert perfume scent

From the controversial pee-stained underwear by Willy Chavarria to Plum Vanilla Caramel perfume, discover the latest fashion news and products.

Updated on Aug 12, 2024 12:17 PM IST

ByAkshita Prakash

Pashmina Roshan: When I was starting out, rejections would really bog me down

Speaking about her journey into Bollywood, actor Pashmina Roshan tells us, “It’s definitely been an uphill climb.”

Published on Jul 29, 2024 11:48 AM IST

ByMugdha Kapoor

Mirzapur, Panchayat, Gullak, Kakuda: Why small town India is OTT’s new darling

The rising fascination for stories from India’s heartland, it is believed, comes with rising internet penetration in the country.

Published on Jul 21, 2024 11:42 AM IST

ByMugdha Kapoor

Delhi monsoon: Youngsters in Delhi NCR make shelters for stray dogs

As the Capital grapples with the after-effects of heavy rains in June, animal lovers in Delhi NCR are helping the community and stray dogs by building shelters.

Youngsters across Delhi-NCR are building shelters for community and stray dogs to help them stay protected from the heavy rains.

Published on Jul 03, 2024 07:05 PM IST

ByKriti Kambiri

Gen Z relies on influencers and comments for news and fact checks: Google report

Gen Z users often rely on social validation from their peers or the influencers they follow and the comments they read to fact check information.

Gen Z internet users rely on influencers more than traditional media outlets to get news. (Unsplash)

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Published on Jun 26, 2024 10:00 AM IST

ByHT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan

5 schools in Delhi, 1 in Noida receive bomb threats; list here

Delhi School News: All schools have been evacuated after local police was informed about the emails, Delhi Police officials said.

Police and fire department personnel outside Mother Mary's School at Mayur Vihar after multiple schools received a bomb threat in Delhi-NCR(PTI)

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Updated on May 01, 2024 02:31 PM IST

PTI | , New Delhi/noida

Australia miffed with Facebook's plan to stop paying for news content

Meta will discontinue a tab on Facebook which promotes news in Australia and the United States, it said in a statement.

Meta Platforms said it will stop paying Australian news publishers for content that appears on Facebook(Reuters)

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Published on Mar 01, 2024 08:17 PM IST

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Giorgia Andriani breaks silence on ex Arbaaz Khan's second wedding

Giorgia Andriani opens up about her breakup with Arbaaz Khan weeks after his second wedding. She also reacts to rumours of her now dating 'a certain actor'.

Giorgia Andriani talks about ex-boyfriend Arbaaz Khan, who married Sshura Khan around Christmas 2023.

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Published on Feb 02, 2024 10:16 AM IST

ByHT Entertainment Desk

Afternoon briefing: What rescuers are up to after Uttarkashi mission

A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news events you should check out.

International tunnelling expert Arnold Dix(PTI)

Published on Nov 30, 2023 12:59 PM IST

Colonel Manpreet Singh’s grief-struck family proud of his 20-year service

The Colonel’s mortal remains are scheduled to arrive at the Army Headquarters in Chandigarh on Friday morning, with the cremation ceremony set to take place during Friday afternoon

Colonel Manpreet Singh had himself joined the army in 2003 as a Lieutenant and was serving in Anantnag for the past four years. Hehad visited his native Bharaunjian village near Mullanpur, Mohali, on leave around seven months ago. (HT file)

Published on Sep 15, 2023 04:06 AM IST

ByRobert Abraham, Chandigarh

Morning brief: Boy found hanging at Assam BJP MP's house; probe begins

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from the Hindustan Times.

Published on Aug 27, 2023 08:53 AM IST

Geetanjali is letting her work do the talking

Geetanjali Mishra, known for her roles in Ludo and Abhay 2, prefers to let her work speak for itself rather than relying on publicity. She recently took on a television role and is enjoying the new way of working. Mishra is also glad that her recent OTT releases have been well-received and is excited for upcoming projects. She has a personal connection to Lucknow and enjoys shopping in its markets.

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Updated on Aug 24, 2023 12:47 PM IST

ByS Farah Rizvi

Evening brief: SC questions police role in Manipur sexual assault case

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Published on Jul 31, 2023 05:04 PM IST

Daily brief: Navy abandons colonial practice, officers to stop carrying batons

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar (ANI)

Published on Jul 29, 2023 09:04 PM IST

How can FCU decide what is fake, false, misleading, HC asks Centre

A division bench of justice Gautam Patel and justice Neela Gokhale was hearing a petition filed by satirist Kunal Kamra who had challenged the amended Information Technology (IT) Rules which enabled the Central government to constitute a fact checking unit (FCU) to identify fake or misleading posts on social media and direct intermediaries like Facebook and Twitter to take those down

Updated on Jul 08, 2023 12:53 AM IST

ByK A Y Dodhiya

Afternoon brief: ‘Will rebuild NCP’, says Sharad Pawar in show of strength

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar. (ANI)

Published on Jul 03, 2023 01:02 PM IST

Evening brief: Armed rioters open fire on security forces in Manipur's Kangpokpi

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times

Army personnel patrol during a combing operation at Kanto Sabal village near Imphal. (AFP)

Published on Jun 29, 2023 05:03 PM IST

Evening brief: Baghel's rival on Congress CM face in Chhattisgarh

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times

Chhattisgarh Congress leader and state health minister TS Singh Deo. (PTI PHOTO.)

Published on Jun 28, 2023 05:07 PM IST

Evening brief: US 'knew plans of Wagner chief's rebellion against Putin'

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of the Wagner Group military company.(AP)

Published on Jun 27, 2023 05:11 PM IST

Evening brief: Delhi minister Bharadwaj questions LG on DU student's murder

Here are today’s top news, analysis, and opinion. Know all about the latest news and other news updates from Hindustan Times.

Services minister Saurabh Bharadwaj. (ANI)

Published on Jun 19, 2023 05:01 PM IST

PM Modi to Asaduddin Owaisi, this week's top 5 newsmakers

Here are the list of top 5 newsmakers this week.

PM Modi to Asaduddin Owaisi - here are the list of people who made news this week.(HT File Photo)