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Pak media doubts India's claim, says attack eclipses Modi-Sharif initiative
Two days after the Gurdaspur terror attack, the Pakistan media on Wednesday cast serious doubts on India’s assertion that terrorists involved in the Gurdaspur terror attack originated from Pakistan, but was unequivocal in calling the latest incident “another rock in the way of the road to peace”.
Updated on Jul 30, 2015 09:22 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
Archie comics set to get hipster makeover
Last year, Archie Andrews took a bullet for a friend at Pop Tate's in Riverdale. He was 74 years old. That was the end of the red-haired freckled clumsy Archie that we knew. This year at Comic Con in San Diego, the publishers unveiled the first issue of an Archie remake. The aim is to make the characters relatable to today's youth.
Updated on Jul 17, 2015 07:06 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
Two arrested with narcotics in Punjab
Two persons on Tuesday were arrested in two seperate incidents with 320 grams of narcotics in Moga, the police said.
Updated on Jun 23, 2015 03:03 PM IST
PTI | Abhimanyu Kulkarni Abhimanyu Kulkarni Abhimanyu Kulkarni Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Moga (punjab)
As Kirron Kher turns 60, we take a look at some of her popular roles in Bollywood
Kirron Kher has enthralled us with her acting in a number of movies. Nobody plays a Punjabi mom like her. She has made us laugh, she has made us cry.
Updated on Jun 14, 2015 08:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni
IPL Qualifier 2: 5 things to watch out for in Bangalore vs Chennai match
Despite topping the points table in the league phase, CSK is taking the longer route to try and book their spot in the final, after losing their first qualifier to the Mumbai Indians. On the other hand, the RCB had put in an all-round performance against the Rajasthan Royals to reach the qualifier.
Updated on May 23, 2015 03:29 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Manoj Bhagavatula and Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
World Book Day: 10 movies which can be turned into books
Books have repeatedly been a source of inspiration for filmmakers. Take the example of 3 Idiots, Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! and Devdas. But how about taking a look at the other side of the hedge?
Updated on Apr 23, 2015 09:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
Let’s celebrate Earth Day everyday!
The first Earth Day was celebrated on April 22, 1970. This day in many ways marks the start of “environmental activism” as we know it today
Updated on Apr 23, 2015 09:12 AM IST
Hindustantimes.com | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
World Book Day: Five Indian novels every bibliophile must try
We often shower accolades on the likes of JK Rowling, Jeffrey Archer and Hillary Mantel, yet, most of us might not be aware of some of the literary gems that our country has produced. Indian writers have been making a mark at the global circuit for years. Know more.
Updated on Apr 23, 2015 08:14 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
Crowdfunding campaign aside, India ice hockey team needs more love
The cash-strapped Indian ice hockey team has so far managed to raise a meagre Rs 7 lakh with only a week to go before the Asia Cup in Kuwait. And it is clearly not enough for the players in the cricket-mad country.
Updated on Apr 09, 2015 07:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Gurgaon
Young innovations offer tech treat
Albert Einstein once said, “All of science is nothing more than the refinement of everyday thinking” and the tech fest by Chandigarh University made an attempt at proving him right.
Updated on Apr 04, 2015 12:01 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Sas Nagar
Rain, Duckworth-Lewis inflict familiar World Cup pain on South Africa
South Africa were going great guns against New Zealand in the semifinal at Auckland's Eden Park, when rain made an appearance at the end of the 38th over on Tuesday. A familiar South African bogey — Messrs Duckworth-Lewis — kicked in when play resumed and the Proteas got just 5 overs to go hammer and tongs.
Updated on Apr 09, 2015 01:50 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
The ways and means of Dhoni, Clarke, De Villiers and McCullum
And then there were four: Brendon McCullum, AB de Villiers, Michael Clarke and MS Dhoni. The four have marshalled their warriors to the cricket World Cup semi-finals, displaying leadership traits that are different yet similar enough in being effective.
Updated on Mar 24, 2015 01:20 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
World Cup: South Africa put Duminy, Tahir choke on Lanka
South Africa have fought an uncomfortable 'chokers' tag for years, but this squad is different. At least, skipper AB de Villiers is convinced that it is.
Updated on Mar 18, 2015 07:45 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Status of Indian women's hockey: Overflowing goals, empty stands
The World Hockey League final between India and Poland was scheduled to start at 8pm. The venue Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in New Delhi had more Polish supporters than Indian supporters at 7.30pm.
Updated on Mar 17, 2015 01:36 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Chak De: Indian eves beat Poland to clinch World Hockey League round 2
Roelant Oltmans may be no Kabir Khan, but he achieved a feat as grand as his when Indian women's team beat Poland 3-1 in the final of the FIH World Hockey League Round 2 at Major Dhyan Chan stadium, New Delhi on Sunday.
Updated on Mar 16, 2015 01:21 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Mahendra 'the finisher' Dhoni hits purple patch before knockouts
When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Nobody amplifies this quote better than Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Updated on Mar 15, 2015 09:46 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Sound artist: Dhoni makes best use of stump mic in Irish encounter
India beat Ireland by 8 wickets on Tuesday to register their ninth consecutive World Cup win - an Indian record, if one takes the 2011 edition into consideration as well. Skipper MS Dhoni overtook Sourav Ganguly, who had led India to 8 successive wins in the 2003 World Cup.
Updated on Mar 11, 2015 12:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
World Cups, South Africa and Duckworth-Lewis: Rain brings no joy to the rainbow nation
Saturday’s loss to Pakistan in the rain-marred Pool B World Cup game would have reopened old wounds for South Africa.
Updated on Mar 24, 2015 10:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Will travel for the love of cricket
Whoever thought cricket is ‘just a game’, should think again! Cricket is religion in our country and Sachin Tendulkar, our God.
Updated on Feb 18, 2015 04:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni
World Cup fever grip tricity: Jerseys fly off shelves, Indo-Pak match on Sunday
With the high voltage India-Pakistan cricket World Cup match set to be aired at 9am on Sunday, the bats are out and fans are padded up for what could be one of the most watchable matches since 1992.
Updated on Feb 15, 2015 03:19 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
10 chartbuster clashes that lit up the event
Kapil Dev's 175* against Zimbabwe in 1983 will topline any such list in India, but that's a standalone story in itself. That said, there have been many other mouthwatering contests in the World Cup. Here's a pick of 10.
Updated on Apr 09, 2015 01:59 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
Omitted Yuvraj's top World Cup performances
Fiery and temperamental, Yuvraj Singh has won many matches for India in his over 14-year international career. Remembering some of Yuvraj’s best one-day knocks, we list his top five innings in the three World Cups that he has played so far
Updated on Jan 14, 2015 05:04 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, Chandigarh
Sachin’s Nov date: Debut this day 25 years ago, retirement anniversary tomorrow
This day 25 years ago, Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar made his debut in Karachi against Pakistan and the rest, as experts acknowledge, is cricketing history. Tomorrow he completes a year of retirement.
Updated on Nov 15, 2014 04:22 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Welcome without warmth for Oz-beating Indian hockey team
The lukewarm response Indian team skipper Sardar Singh and his boys received Tuesday at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on their triumphant return from Australia paints a sorry picture.
Updated on Nov 11, 2014 05:34 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
World Chess Championship game 2: 'Whiz kid' Magnus Carlsen draws first blood, beats Viswanathan Anand
Defending champion Magnus Carlsen outplayed Viswanathan Anand on Sunday in 35 moves in the second game of the World Chess Championship being held at Sochi.
Updated on Nov 13, 2014 06:06 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
Anand to start with white pieces against Carlsen in World Chess Championship
Viswanathan Anand will be playing with white pieces against Norwegian Magnus Carlsen in the first game of the World Chess Championship 2014 at the Olympic Media Center in Russia's Sochi on Saturday. All you need to know about Anand-Carlsen encounter
Updated on Nov 08, 2014 02:59 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni and Vignesh Radhakrishnan, New Delhi
World Chess Championship: Anand 'the phoenix' has risen again
Magnus Carlsen beat Vishwanathan Anand 6.5-3.5 in the 2013 World Chess Championship after which critics asked him to retire. Anand decided to let his actions do all the talking and has claimed his spot to challenge Carlsen for the 2014 World Championship in Sochi.
Updated on Nov 08, 2014 02:46 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
So you think Chess is all about brains, you couldn't be more wrong
Chess, unlike popular notion, is not only brains. There is a fair bit of brawn. It is a non-contact sport, but players fight it out tooth and nail. Over the years, the Chess World Championships have produced some truly unforgettable battles.
Updated on Nov 07, 2014 01:27 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
In Pics: Killer Indonesian volcano erupts after 400 years
Indonesia Mount Sinabung has erupted four times in the past two weeks. It has not only claimed over 50 lives, but engulfed the island of Sumatra in billowing smoke and incandescent lava. These photos display the terrifying, yet surreal scenes in Sumatra.
Updated on Oct 15, 2014 11:58 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi
In pics: AP, Odisha reel under the aftermath of Hudhud
Two days after cyclone Hudhud battered the coast, residents of Visakhapatnam continue to live in darkness. Here are some photos that bring out the plight of those who are recuperating from the damage that Hudhud wreaked upon them.
Updated on Oct 17, 2014 07:08 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhimanyu Kulkarni, New Delhi