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HT Evening Brief Sep 19: ABVP sweeps DUSU polls, Asian Games 2026 declared open

Yash Dabas, an ABVP candidate, has been elected president of DUSU; the Asian Games have been declared open in Japan.

Updated on Sept 20, 2026 06:35 pm IST

Mamata's TMC faction quits Nandigram bypoll; Gondhal is India's 2027 Oscar entry

Marathi film Gondhal is India's official Oscars 2027 entry; TMC founder Mamata Banerjee said that her faction had decided not to contest the Nandigram bypolls.

Published on Sept 18, 2026 09:44 pm IST

How the Houthis have opened a new front in the war in West Asia

This handout picture released on September 15, 2026 by Ansarullah Media Centre reportedly shows burning military vehicles that they targeted in al-Jawf. The Houthis have been engaged in renewed fighting with Saudi-backed government forces since Yemen's civil war reignited in July, when the group declared a maritime blockade on Riyadh and began targeting its ships in the Red Sea.

Updated on Sept 16, 2026 11:03 pm IST

After Mayawati's diktat, nephew Akash Anand's father-in-law announces retirement from politics

After Mayawati's diktat, nephew Akash Anand's father-in-law announces retirement from politics

Published on Sept 10, 2026 09:33 am IST

How Britain handed Hong Kong to China in 1997, and what followed

Former Hong Kong Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa attends the funeral of Cheng Yu-tung, founder of Hong Kong property group New World Development, in Hong Kong, China October 13, 2016.

Updated on Sept 09, 2026 06:48 pm IST

Germany’s AfD nears power. Why Merz, Europe and the world are watching

An Alternative for Germany (AfD) party flag and the German national flag on a flagpole in Bellingen, Germany, on Sept. 6, 2026.

Published on Sept 07, 2026 11:51 pm IST

Which GOP candidates are skipping Trump’s midterm convention? What we know

Republicans are gathering in Dallas for a two-day midterm convention, but several key candidates are choosing to skip the event.

Published on Sept 05, 2026 03:15 am IST

Did Trump’s ex-labor secretary force a staffer into a strip club? Shock report

Former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned in April 2026 amid misconduct allegations detailed in a new OIG report.

Published on Sept 05, 2026 12:38 am IST

Could Trump lose more top aides? Mass exodus looms as 'most' WH staff want out

White House staffers are reportedly planning to leave amid rising tension in the Trump administration.

Published on Aug 31, 2026 04:17 am IST

Trump suggests renaming Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ amid US-Canada trade war

"The United States is giving serious consideration to changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America," Trump said.

Published on Aug 26, 2026 08:55 am IST

Natalie Harp update: More than 150 January 6 posts show fierce Trump loyalty

Natalie Harp, a close aide to President Donald Trump.

Updated on Aug 23, 2026 07:37 am IST

Natalie Harp 'seen running behind Trump's golf cart' in new photo

Trump aide Natalie Harp is seen running after his golf cart at Turnberry, Scotland, in a photo.

Published on Aug 22, 2026 09:00 pm IST

Trump wants US to vote like India: About SAVE Act & why analogy doesn't hold up

President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, July 24, 2026.

Published on Aug 18, 2026 04:28 pm IST

Who is Natalie Harp? Meet Trump aide at center of latest political controversy

Natalie Harp, Trump's close aide, has drawn attention after Senator Jon Ossoff referenced her in a campaign rally speech.

Published on Aug 18, 2026 07:13 pm IST

Poonawalla explains why he quit BJP, says ‘will continue to back its ideology'

Shehzad Poonawalla quit BJP, he announced via a social media on Monday.

Updated on Aug 18, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Andy Beshear slams Mitch McConnell's silence over health concerns

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says he has received no response from Sen. Mitch McConnell.

Published on Aug 17, 2026 01:37 am IST

Juan Merchan: Trump's hush-money judge’s daughter’s firm under federal probe

Judge Juan Merchan has been the target of repeated attacks by Donald Trump after overseeing the hush-money case.

Updated on Aug 15, 2026 11:52 pm IST

None serious about youth issues: Mayawati urges Gen Z to stay away from BJP-Cong

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) National President Mayawati asked the younger generation to not get caught up in politics.

Updated on Aug 11, 2026 04:23 pm IST

Who is Riley Roberts? What to know about AOC's fiance

AOC opens about freezing her eggs.

Published on Aug 09, 2026 11:44 pm IST

Before the vote, another vote: How US primaries decide who gets to run

Michigan Democratic Senate primary winner Abdul El-Sayed speaks during a press conference in front of the Spirit of Detroit statue.

Published on Aug 07, 2026 10:41 am IST

House of the Dragon S3 E7 ending explained: Rhaenyra faces biggest betrayal

House of the Dragon Season 3 Episode 7 ending explained: Is Sunfyre alive? What it means for Aegon and Rhaenyra Targaryen ahead of the finale.

Updated on Aug 03, 2026 04:33 pm IST

Bernie Moreno breaks silence, says ex-son-in-law ‘should not serve'

Max Miller has denied domestic abuse allegations amid a bitter custody battle with ex-wife Emily Moreno.

Published on Aug 02, 2026 11:32 pm IST

GOP senator says Mitch McConnell 'will be back' as psychic offer goes viral

Senator Mitch McConnell's health remains a topic of speculation as colleagues offer updates.

Published on Aug 02, 2026 12:18 am IST

Why was Zohran Mamdani blocked from speaking at fallen NYC soldier's funeral?

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a food distribution center on July 27, 2026 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.

Updated on Aug 01, 2026 07:27 pm IST

Mitch McConnell's 'gorgeous signature' on Trump letter fuels speculation

Mitch McConnell's office has refused to confirm whether his signature on a recent letter to Trump was real or autopen.

Published on Aug 01, 2026 05:33 am IST

Candace Owens drops defiant Charlie Kirk message after device seizure warning

American conservative political commentator Candace Owens, attends a session at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 4, 2026. REUTERS/Anastasia Barashkova

Published on Jul 31, 2026 09:27 pm IST

Who is Max Miller's ex-wife Emily Moreno? Court filings detail abuse allegations

Max Miller and Emily Moreno

Updated on Jul 28, 2026 08:59 am IST

Mitch McConnell releases new photo from hospital: Is he getting back to work?

Senator Mitch McConnell shared new photo

Updated on Jul 29, 2026 04:55 pm IST

Hunter Biden, Nick Fuentes interview highlights

Hunter Biden and Nick Fuentes sat down for a tense, wide-ranging conversation with Andrew Callaghan.

Published on Jul 26, 2026 05:01 am IST

Troy Jackson: Policies, background of Maine's new Democratic Senate nominee

Troy Jackson, former Maine Senate president, has been chosen as the Democratic nominee.

Published on Jul 26, 2026 01:34 am IST

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