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Airbnb host alleges guests vandalised property and assaulted caretaker

The host urged other homestay owners in Shillong and Meghalaya not to accept their bookings.
Updated on Jul 13, 2026 12:01 pm IST

Lincoln Memorial Pool: Trump's renovation lawsuit, arrests explained

Visitors look at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, July 7, 2026, in Washington.
Updated on Jul 08, 2026 11:46 pm IST

Ludhiana: Spat breaks out between Hindu outfits, Nihang group outside CP office

Police have registered an FIR against four persons in connection with Monday’s alleged vandalism of the pilot vehicle. (HT File)
Published on Jun 24, 2026 04:08 am IST

23 arrested in 11 cases related to vandalism, attacking buses

Mumbai, India. June 20, 2026 - Employees of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking continued their indefinite strike for the second consecutive day on Saturday. The strike disrupted bus services citywide, leaving thousands of commuters unable to reach their offices and destinations. Mumbai, India. June 20, 2026. (Photo by Raju Shinde/HT Photo) (Raju Shinde)
Published on Jun 21, 2026 06:42 am IST

Trump blames 'vandalism' after admitting Reflecting Pool ‘real problems’

The president also referred to "86 47" being etched into a nearby stretch of grass before claiming the newly renovated pool had been deliberately damaged.
Published on Jun 21, 2026 02:22 am IST

Bihar court grants interim relief to Khan Sir in coaching institute firing case

The Patna Police also issued an appeal to the student community, urging them not to get swayed by professional rivalries or competition between various coaching centres.
Updated on Jun 20, 2026 12:26 pm IST

Bengaluru man says building owner vandalised car, etched 'No Parking' on bonnet

The man also shared a video showing scratches across multiple parts of the vehicle.
Updated on Jun 14, 2026 10:30 am IST

'Khan Sir' coaching institute in Patna vandalised, pelted with stones

'Khan Sir' coaching institute in Patna vandalised, pelted with stones
Updated on Jun 03, 2026 04:36 pm IST

Court acquits four of vandalism charges in 2020 Delhi riots case

The case stems from two complaints related to an incident of violence on February 25, 2020. (Shutterstock)
Published on May 21, 2026 04:54 am IST

Chandigarh: Masked youths throw ink at BJP office in Zirakpur

Saini alleged that the incident was an attempt to intimidate political workers during election season. (HT File)
Published on May 12, 2026 06:12 am IST

Fact check: Was Trump's golden statue at Doral vandalized? Here's the truth

Donald Trump speaks at an event hosting the 2026 College Football Playoff national champions Indiana University.
Updated on May 12, 2026 04:24 am IST

Is ‘86 47’ graffiti targeting Donald Trump? Lincoln Memorial case sparks probe

The phrase “86” is commonly used in American slang to mean “get rid of” or remove something.
Published on May 02, 2026 02:56 am IST

Sopore :Five more held for ‘vandalism’ during protest against ‘sexual harassment’ of student

A case was registered against the accused lecturer and he was also suspended. (File)
Published on Apr 16, 2026 06:52 am IST

Six held for ‘plotting violence’ during IMT Manesar wage protests

Accused allegedly used worker groups to provoke clashes; all unemployed and not tied to companies involved in protests. (Parveen Kumar/HT)
Published on Apr 14, 2026 06:53 am IST

IMT Manesar protest: Police arrest 6 for instigating violence

Contractual workers in Gurugram’s industrial hub of IMT Manesar protested for higher wages. (HT sourced photo)
Published on Apr 13, 2026 02:03 pm IST

55 arrested by police for IMT Manesar violence

A damaged a police PCR van seen after the protest on Thursday (Parveen Kumar/HT)
Published on Apr 11, 2026 03:50 am IST

FIR against 12 for alleged assault on shopkeeper’s family in Ludhiana

Investigating officer ASI Gurmeet Singh said police have examined CCTV footage and two suspects have been identified. (HT File)
Published on Apr 08, 2026 05:30 am IST

Ambedkar statue vandalised in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur, SFJ claims responsibility

Punjab Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Avtar Singh Karimpuri (in blue turban) with supporters at the site in Noorpur Jattan village of Hoshiarpur district on Tuesday, while workers restore the glass casing around Dr BR Ambedkar’s bust. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 31, 2026 02:46 pm IST

Delhi riots case: Two acquitted as court finds gaps in prosecution evidence

Delhi riots case: Two acquitted as court finds gaps in prosecution evidence
Published on Mar 18, 2026 07:19 pm IST

Delhi: Man wanted in connection with hotel robbery arrested after months on the run

Delhi: Man wanted in connection with hotel robbery arrested after months on the run
Published on Mar 15, 2026 02:55 pm IST

Lord Hanuman idol at historic Hyderabad temple vandalised, sparking outrage

Hyderabad police are conducting an investigation to identify the perpetrators.
Published on Feb 26, 2026 02:20 pm IST

Tension in MP town after communal clash; police use tear gas, arrest 49 people

Tension in MP town after communal clash; police use tear gas, arrest 49 people
Published on Feb 20, 2026 04:57 pm IST

Right-wing youth group members vandalise Bangladesh food stall during university event

Right-wing youth group members vandalise Bangladesh food stall during university event
Published on Feb 12, 2026 07:36 am IST

Child's ‘vandalism’ act on IndiGo flight raises concerns about Indian parenting

Read more to find out how internet users reacted!
Published on Feb 09, 2026 05:04 pm IST

Bhujbal seeks action against vandals who attacked Phule’s statue in T’gana

Chhagan Bhujbal (HT Photo)
Published on Feb 09, 2026 05:02 am IST

UP: Four booked after illegal dairy row leads to vandalism, razing of wall

Residents alleged that buffaloes from an illegally run dairy were being taken through narrow lanes, causing inconvenience and safety concerns. (For Representation)
Published on Feb 09, 2026 04:06 am IST

JNU suspends five member of student union for ‘vandalism’ of central library

Allegations were made regarding “vandalisation of the facial recognition technology (FRT) based access gates installed at the central library”.
Published on Feb 03, 2026 06:29 am IST

Woman filmed defacing ‘Melania’ documentary poster in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Metro officials have confirmed that advertisements for the Melania documentary have been repeatedly vandalized at bus stops.
Published on Feb 02, 2026 02:48 pm IST

Mussoorie’s 100-year-old sufi shrine desecrated, case filed

File photo of Mussoorie
Updated on Jan 26, 2026 06:34 am IST

KGMU OPD shutdown threat deferred till Jan 14 after VC’s assurance

According to the joint committee, troublemakers engaged in large-scale vandalism and indecent behaviour with women inside the KGMU campus on January 9. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)
Published on Jan 13, 2026 06:32 am IST