News / Author / Ht Correspondent

HT Correspondent

Articles by HT Correspondent

Riots cases to be withdrawn only after court nod: Siddaramaiah

Siddaramaiah’s remarks came in response to a planned agitation by the BJP leaders, who opposed clemency to some accused involved in the 2022 Hubballi riots

Police detain Hubli-Dharwad West MLA Arvind Bellad during a BJP protest against CM Siddaramaiah in Hubballi on Sunday. (PTI)

India News

Updated on Oct 14, 2024 12:45 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Bengaluru

Poll defeat has left Cong chief ideologically bankrupt: Nadda

BJP's JP Nadda criticizes Congress leader Kharge for desperation after electoral losses, calling his "terrorists" claim a reflection of ideological bankruptcy.

India News

Updated on Oct 14, 2024 01:01 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, New Delhi

Nagina MP Azad in Lucknow, demands ₹50 lakh ex gratia, govt job for Dalit man’s kin

SP’s Mohanlalganj MP RK Chaudhary also visits deceased’s family, demands strict action against culprits

Lucknow

Published on Oct 13, 2024 10:20 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

4 cops booked as Dalit man’s death sparks protest in Lucknow

Family alleges police assault led to Aman Gautam’s death; police say it was a heart attack as per autopsy report

The family of the deceased alleged that police assault led to Aman’s death . (For Representation)

Lucknow

Published on Oct 13, 2024 09:55 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Notorious criminal shot dead in police encounter in U.P.’s Bulandshahr

Wanted in 50 cases of murder, robbery and dacoity, Rajesh Aheria was carrying ₹1.50 lakh award on his head

Bulandshahr SSP Shlok Kumar said criminal Rajesh Aheria was active in Bulandshahr and Aligarh districts. (For Representation)

Lucknow

Published on Oct 13, 2024 09:49 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Meerut

Bengal govt calls doctors’ organisations for talks as stir intensifies

The doctors’ organisations did not clarify till 8pm whether they will attend the meeting at Sasthya Bhawan, the headquarters of the health department, at 12.30 pm on Monday.

The indefinite hunger strike by junior doctors seeking reforms at medical colleges and hospitals entered its eighth day on Sunday. (PTI)

Kolkata

Published on Oct 13, 2024 09:16 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Couple found dead in Rajasthan’s Barmer; suicide suspected: Police

Police said prima facie, it seems that the couple was in love and took the extreme step fearing opposition from their families over their relationship

Police said they have registered the death as a case of suicide. (Representational image)

Jaipur

Published on Oct 13, 2024 07:20 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 14 October 2024

The day of Oct 14 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

HTCity Delhi Junction

Published on Oct 13, 2024 06:58 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Stage set for new chief ministers to take over in Haryana, J&K

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the oath taking ceremony of the new Haryana government along with chief ministers of NDA ruled states on October 17

Nayab Singh Saini (left) and Omar Abdullah (right). (File Photos)

India News

Published on Oct 13, 2024 04:45 PM IST

ByHT Correspondents

Delhi’s minimum temperature dips below 20°C, heralds start of winter

he minimum temperature was recorded at 18.6°C, two degrees below normal, marking the first sub-20°C reading this season

Temperatures are expected to stay in the same range for another week. (HT File Photo)

Delhi

Published on Oct 13, 2024 04:25 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Saurabh Bharadwaj alleges DDA corruption over flats meant for ‘Jhuggi’ Dwellers

Bharadwaj questioned whether such corruption could have occurred without the involvement of high-ranking DDA officials and the LG

Bharadwaj’s comments have prompted responses from both the LG’s office and the DDA, in which they have separately dismissed the AAP minister’s claims. (File Photo)

Delhi

Published on Oct 13, 2024 07:02 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

CM Shinde requests court to fast-track the case

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, on the other hand, criticised the government and called attention to the “deteriorating law and order situation in the state

Mumbai

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 07:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Monsoon withdrawal symptoms to continue in city

Mumbai's weather alert shifted from green to yellow for thunderstorms, with light rain expected Sunday to Wednesday as monsoon withdrawal continues.

Mumbai

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:54 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Desires of children important but not decisive in custody matters: HC

The Bombay High Court ruled that while children's comfort is important in custody cases, their wishes alone can't dictate access decisions.

Mumbai

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:50 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

NCP leader Baba Siddique shot dead; two suspects arrested

Former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique, 65, was shot dead in Mumbai. His killing, linked to threats and gangland ties, has shocked the city.

A file photo of Baba Siddique during his Iftar Party in Mumbai.(PTI)

India News

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 04:54 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

HC permits abortion for 14-year-old rape survivor to protect her physical well-being

The Bombay HC allowed a 14-year-old rape survivor to terminate her pregnancy, prioritizing her safety and wishes despite a contrary medical opinion.

Mumbai

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:34 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Jind man arrested for giving ‘death threat’ to Haryana CM

A spokesperson of the Jind police said that the accused had posted a message on a WhatsApp group created in the name of newly elected Julana MLA Vinesh Phogat’s husband Sombir Rathi

The threat was posted on October 8, the day the results of the Haryana assembly elections were announced. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:30 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Rohtak

BJP used all tactics to keep Congress away from power: Deepender Hooda

enior Congress leader and Rohtak Member of Parliament (MP) Deepender Singh Hooda said everyone was predicting Congress’s victory in the Haryana assembly polls but the verdict was shocking

Congress leader Deepender Singh Hooda said they received at least 20 complaints from various parts of the state on the process of counting and functioning of EVMs, and that they have taken up the matter with the Election Commission of India. (Deepender Singh Hooda- X)

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:26 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Rohtak

HPSC, HSSC recruits get more time to submit medical, character certificates

While earlier, HPSC, HSSC recruits were required to submit these at the time of appointment, a government spokesperson said the verification of character and antecedents will now be done within a period of three months from the date of joining.

Candidates recommended for Group A, B and C jobs will have to submit a medical certificate within a period of two months from the date of joining. Besides, matching of biometric or facial verification attendance of the candidates sent by HPSC or HSSC will be done within two weeks from the date of joining. (Sourced)

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:22 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Ghaziabad: Man kills neighbour over 2017 attack on kin, held

Investigators said during questioning Sajid broke down soon and revealed that he had planned the murder and also recced the crime scene and arranged a knife

Sajid allegedly lured Shadab to an isolated place near Kudiyagarhi on Thursday evening and made him consume liquor, officers said. (Representational image)

Noida

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:20 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

30 illegal kiosks, 3 nurseries removed from green belts in Gurugram

The encroachments were all located on key roads or on green belts under GMDA jurisdiction, officials said.

A team of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) enforcement wing carrying out demolition on SPR Banjara Market near Vatika Chowk in Gurugram on Thursday. (PARVEEN KUMAR)

Other Cities

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:14 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Teen gang-raped, 2 minors among three held in Ghaziabad

On Saturday, three of the accused were apprehended, while a search is on for the fourth — another minor — who is currently absconding

On October 7,one of the minors had called the teen to a property dealer’s office in Tronica City and promised to help her get in touch with the man. (Representational image)

Noida

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:10 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Chandigarh to host two Indian Polo Association seasons

Several defence and national teams will participate in these events at the Chandigarh Polo Club in Khudda Ali Lahora

Polo games have been played in India since 1956 in various cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:02 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Chandigarh Golf League 2024: Panthers, Captain’s 18 share the spoils as joint champions

Chandigarh Gladiators, meanwhile, secured a third-place finish after winning a tense five-hole playoff against The Mulligans after both the teams were tied as well

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 06:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Wall collapse in Gujarat leaves 9 dead

According to reports, the deceased labourers included two women. They were part of the construction crew of a stainless-steel factory

Rescue operation underway at the site. (PTI)

India News

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 04:13 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

NIA files charge sheet against BKI chief, 5 aides over VHP leader murder

The NIA took over the case from the state police on May 9 and found a transnational conspiracy of BKI behind the attack

Vishwa Hindu Parishad leader Vikas Prabhakar alias Vikas Bagga was shot dead by terrorists belonging to a BKI module at his confectionary shop at Nangal in Roopnagar district in Punjab on April 13. (Representational image)

India News

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 05:44 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Chandigarh tricity skies light up as Ravana meets fiery end on Dussehra

In Panchkula, the tallest Ravana in the tricity region, standing 155 feet tall, was set ablaze after an extraordinary re-erection

Crowds watch an effigy of Ravana going up in flames during Dussehra celebrations in Panchkula on Saturday. (Sant Arora/HT)

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 05:42 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

25-year-old man murdered in road rage incident in Panchkula

According to Panchkula Police, the incident occurred near Amartex when a truck driver abruptly stopped his vehicle, causing an e-rickshaw following behind to halt suddenly, resulting in injuries to its driver

The victim, identified as Pushpinder Singh, was a resident of Sector 20, Panchkula. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 05:34 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Panchkula

‘Drug shipment missed due to incomplete info’

The officer said that they received confirmation about the 100-kg consignment only while interrogating three people arrested earlier in October. Police refused to disclose their names, saying that it would hamper an ongoing probe

Delhi

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 05:28 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Man arrested 11 yrs after contract killing in Tilak Nagar

Raju Banarsi was arrested from a dense forested region of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand border where he had been living using a different name and identity

The killing was executed on the instructions of the victim’s brother Rajesh Singh Lamba over a property dispute, with the mastermind paying <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10 lakh to six contract killers. (Representational image)

Delhi

Updated on Oct 13, 2024 05:16 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Copy

Whatsapp Twitter Facebook Linkedin

HT Correspondent

Siddaramaiah’s remarks came in response to a planned agitation by the BJP leaders, who opposed clemency to some accused involved in the 2022 Hubballi riots

BJP's JP Nadda criticizes Congress leader Kharge for desperation after electoral losses, calling his "terrorists" claim a reflection of ideological bankruptcy.

SP’s Mohanlalganj MP RK Chaudhary also visits deceased’s family, demands strict action against culprits

Family alleges police assault led to Aman Gautam’s death; police say it was a heart attack as per autopsy report

Wanted in 50 cases of murder, robbery and dacoity, Rajesh Aheria was carrying ₹1.50 lakh award on his head

The doctors’ organisations did not clarify till 8pm whether they will attend the meeting at Sasthya Bhawan, the headquarters of the health department, at 12.30 pm on Monday.

Police said prima facie, it seems that the couple was in love and took the extreme step fearing opposition from their families over their relationship

The day of Oct 14 promises to offer loads if you wish to explore the culture of Delhi-NCR. Before you plan your day, check out HT City Delhi Junction on Insta!

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the oath taking ceremony of the new Haryana government along with chief ministers of NDA ruled states on October 17

he minimum temperature was recorded at 18.6°C, two degrees below normal, marking the first sub-20°C reading this season

Bharadwaj questioned whether such corruption could have occurred without the involvement of high-ranking DDA officials and the LG

NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar, on the other hand, criticised the government and called attention to the “deteriorating law and order situation in the state

Mumbai's weather alert shifted from green to yellow for thunderstorms, with light rain expected Sunday to Wednesday as monsoon withdrawal continues.

The Bombay High Court ruled that while children's comfort is important in custody cases, their wishes alone can't dictate access decisions.

Former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique, 65, was shot dead in Mumbai. His killing, linked to threats and gangland ties, has shocked the city.

The Bombay HC allowed a 14-year-old rape survivor to terminate her pregnancy, prioritizing her safety and wishes despite a contrary medical opinion.

A spokesperson of the Jind police said that the accused had posted a message on a WhatsApp group created in the name of newly elected Julana MLA Vinesh Phogat’s husband Sombir Rathi

enior Congress leader and Rohtak Member of Parliament (MP) Deepender Singh Hooda said everyone was predicting Congress’s victory in the Haryana assembly polls but the verdict was shocking

While earlier, HPSC, HSSC recruits were required to submit these at the time of appointment, a government spokesperson said the verification of character and antecedents will now be done within a period of three months from the date of joining.

Investigators said during questioning Sajid broke down soon and revealed that he had planned the murder and also recced the crime scene and arranged a knife

The encroachments were all located on key roads or on green belts under GMDA jurisdiction, officials said.

On Saturday, three of the accused were apprehended, while a search is on for the fourth — another minor — who is currently absconding

Several defence and national teams will participate in these events at the Chandigarh Polo Club in Khudda Ali Lahora

Chandigarh Gladiators, meanwhile, secured a third-place finish after winning a tense five-hole playoff against The Mulligans after both the teams were tied as well

According to reports, the deceased labourers included two women. They were part of the construction crew of a stainless-steel factory

The NIA took over the case from the state police on May 9 and found a transnational conspiracy of BKI behind the attack

In Panchkula, the tallest Ravana in the tricity region, standing 155 feet tall, was set ablaze after an extraordinary re-erection

According to Panchkula Police, the incident occurred near Amartex when a truck driver abruptly stopped his vehicle, causing an e-rickshaw following behind to halt suddenly, resulting in injuries to its driver

The officer said that they received confirmation about the 100-kg consignment only while interrogating three people arrested earlier in October. Police refused to disclose their names, saying that it would hamper an ongoing probe

Raju Banarsi was arrested from a dense forested region of Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand border where he had been living using a different name and identity

Join Hindustan Times

Create free account and unlock exciting features like