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Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao

Trainee Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital Stream. India's regional languages attract me.

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‘Nothing can disrupt sandwich time’: Man enjoys lunch while rioters, cops clash

Protests in France were sparked by the shooting of a 17-year-old boy, Nahel in Nanterre. Riots spread across Marseille, Lyon, Pau, Toulouse, and parts of Paris.

Man continues to eat his sandwich amid clash between protesters and police in Nanterre, France.(Twitter/@spectatorindex)
Published on Jun 30, 2023 04:27 PM IST

UP CM hands over flats to poor built on land confiscated from Atiq Ahmed

The beneficiaries of these flats will receive a housing unit covering an area of 41 square meters for the affordable price of ₹3.5 lakh.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath with deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya arrives to attend a 'Grih Pravesh' for 76 flats constructed under Pradhan Mantri Aawas Yojna at Lukarganj area, in Prayagraj on Friday.(PTI)
Published on Jun 30, 2023 01:23 PM IST

‘Heart was filled with empathy’: Indrani Mukerjea recalls days in Byculla Jail

Indrani, an accused in the 2012 Sheena Bora case had been in jail since 2015 and was granted bail by the Supreme Court in May of last year.

Indrani Mukherjea. (HT archive)
Published on Jun 29, 2023 09:06 PM IST

Chandrayaan-3 launch likely in mid-July: Isro chief S Somnath

The ISRO chief said that necessary corrections have been made in Chandrayaan-3 to ensure a smooth launch and avoid any potential issues.

ISRO chairmain S Somnath
Published on Jun 28, 2023 09:24 PM IST

NASA warns of solar storm that may cause 'internet apocalypse': Report

These powerful geomagnetic storms can disrupt high-frequency radio communications and GPS systems and also lead to an internet outage or shutdown.

A solar storm occurs when disturbances in the atmosphere happen on Earth due to activities on the Sun, particularly solar flares. (NASA)
Published on Jun 28, 2023 05:32 PM IST

Not just Mumbai and Delhi, these Indian states witnessing heavy rains

This year marked the first time since 1961 that both Delhi and Mumbai were covered by the monsoon together.

Persistent rain spells on Saturday disrupted daily life in the city as heavy traffic was reported across Pune with waterlogging witnessed in several areas. (HT)
Published on Jun 25, 2023 04:07 PM IST

Billionaire Ray Dalio hails India after meeting PM Modi: On the brink of…

Ray Dalio said the challenges within China and the US, place Narendra Modi in a unique position to influence the dynamics of the world order.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meet with investor Ray Dalio during US State visit.(Twitter/@narendramodi)
Published on Jun 24, 2023 11:46 PM IST

Egyptian woman's ‘yeh dosti’ song impresses PM Modi in Cairo: Watch

Members of Indian community gathered at Hotel in Cairo to greet Narendra Modi with excitement. They waved Indian flags and cheered with slogans of “Modi Modi”.

Egyptian woman singing Hindi song to welcome PM Modi in Cairo on Saturday.
Published on Jun 24, 2023 09:17 PM IST

Wagner soldiers on a 'coffee break'? Video reportedly from Rostov in Russia

Russian mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, claimed control of two cities as part of their attempt to “oust military leadership” in Moscow.

“Did Wagner fighters stop for coffee on their way into the Rostov MOD headquarters?” another Twitter user questioned, sharing a photograph sourced to NYT.(Twitter/@anneapplebaum)
Published on Jun 24, 2023 03:30 PM IST

Rare medical condition makes man ‘pregnant’ with twin inside him for 36 years

“Fetus in fetu” is a rare medical condition where an abnormal fetus is discovered inside the body of its twin.

Sanju Bhagat was diagnosed with a medical condition called “fetus in fetu”, commonly known as “vanishing twin syndrome”.
Published on Jun 23, 2023 09:26 PM IST

Mamata Banerjee says ‘Opposition united’, calls BJP govt ‘fascist’. Then warns

Mamata Banerjee affirmed that the Opposition stands united in their fight against BJP saying, “History starts from this meeting.”

West Bengal chief minister and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee during the press conference followed the opposition meeting in Patna on Friday.(ANI)
Published on Jun 23, 2023 06:49 PM IST

Video: Bridge washed away, flood situation worsens in parts of Assam

The floodwaters have submerged 14,091.90 hectares of cropland in the affected districts in Assam.

A bridge located in Tamulpur's Kumarikata area washed away due to flood-like conditions brought about by relentless rainfall in the region. (ANI)
Published on Jun 23, 2023 04:45 PM IST

PM Modi gifts 7.5-carat diamond to US First Lady Jill Biden. Where was it made?

The diamond is a lab-grown 7.5-carat gem produced in Surat and has been certified by the Gemological Lab, IGI.

PM Modi gifted a lab-grown 7.5-carat green 'Made in India' diamond to Jill Biden. (PIB)
Published on Jun 23, 2023 02:58 AM IST

Elon Musk hints at ‘Starlink’ launch in India. Here's what you need to know

Elon Musk, who met PM Modi in the US, hinted at plans to introduce “Starlink” in India - an internet service provider from SpaceX, which he also owns.

Elon Musk, Chief Executive Officer of SpaceX and Tesla and owner of Twitter.(Reuters file photo)
Published on Jun 22, 2023 05:36 PM IST

GE Aerospace, HAL to co-produce F414 engines for fighter jets. 5 things to know

The effort is part of the Indian Air Force's Light Combat Aircraft Mk2 program, according to the press release by General Electric Aeropace.

The F414 provides unrestricted engine performance with rapid throttle response and no throttle restrictions, ensuring power is readily available when needed.(GE Aerospace official website)
Published on Jun 22, 2023 03:49 PM IST

Summer Solstice: Unveiling the science behind June 21 as year's longest day

During summer solstice, Northern Hemisphere is tilted directly towards Sun, resulting in maximum intensity of sunlight and consequently longest day of the year.

As you move closer to the North Pole, the daylight hours become longer during summer solstice. (Twitter/@EH_Stonehenge)
Published on Jun 21, 2023 06:55 PM IST

TN minister Senthil Balaji undergoes coronary bypass surgery

Balaji was arrested by ED earlier this month on money laundering charges, sparking a furious political row between Tamil Nadu's ruling DMK and its rivals.

Balaji was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate earlier this month on money laundering charges. (ANI)
Published on Jun 21, 2023 12:17 PM IST

Google Doodle celebrates Kamala Sohonie's 112th birth anniversary

Google Doodle featured Kamala Sohonie, showcasing her pioneering work on “Neera” - a palm nectar-derived drink known for its high Vitamin C content.

Google celebrates Kamala Sohonie's birthday by sharing inspiring facts about this exceptional Indian woman. (Google)
Published on Jun 18, 2023 05:47 AM IST

‘Not correct’: RBI on reports of missing 500 notes from Indian economy

RBI on Saturday released a statement clarifying that the reports of missing banknotes from Indian economy are “not correct”.

The RTI data claimed that the three mints had issued a total of 8,810.65 million pieces of the newly designed Rs. 500 notes. However, RBI only recorded receiving 7,260 million pieces.(AFP)
Updated on Jun 18, 2023 04:53 AM IST

Watch: Jaishankar shares breakfast at BJP Dalit booth chief's house in Varanasi

S Jaishankar arrived in Varanasi on Saturday to attend the G20 development ministers' meeting scheduled from June 11 to 13.

Jaishankar at BJP dalit booth level worker Sujata's residence.(HT Photo)
Published on Jun 11, 2023 01:28 PM IST

Going on Amarnath Yatra? Check out full list of foods you can and cannot carry

Amarnath Yatra, a 14-kilometre long trek, will span from July 1 to August 31 this year, making it a 62-day pilgrimage.

The banned food items include jalebi, halwa, pooris, and chhola bhaturas. (Representational Image)(HT Photo)
Published on Jun 09, 2023 04:50 PM IST

Caught on camera: Man stabbed in northeast Delhi in full public view

A video showing the victim, Kasim, lying motionless on the street while the accused, a 22-year-old man named Sohaib, was stabbing went viral on social media.

During the incident, no one dared to intervene as the accused stabbed and warned the victim lying on the road. (ANI )
Published on Jun 09, 2023 01:44 PM IST

Google Pay introduces Aadhaar-based UPI activation: Here's how it works

The introduction of Aadhaar-based UPI setup is aimed at broadening the user base and facilitating digital payments.

The new feature allows users to set up a UPI PIN
Published on Jun 09, 2023 11:09 AM IST

Zomato deletes ‘Kachra’ campaign video after facing backlash from netizens

In response to the criticism, Zomato issued an official statement saying that they had no intention of hurting the sentiments of anyone.

Zomato said the intention of the ad was to raise awareness about
Published on Jun 08, 2023 04:17 PM IST

Section 144 in Kanpur after Mukhtar Ansari's aide shot dead in Lucknow court

Gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari's associate Sanjeev Maheshwari, alias Jeeva was shot dead in the Lucknow civil court premises on Wednesday.

Police personnel and lawyers outside the court premises in Lucknow after the murder of gangster Sanjeev Maheshwari alias Jeeva on Wednesday. (ANI PHOTO)
Published on Jun 08, 2023 01:08 PM IST

Insurance coverage for train travel: Claim rules & process during accident

In the event of an eligible claim, the benefits under Indian Railways' insurance policy will be paid within 15 days upon receipt of the required documents.

A drone view shows derailed coaches after two passenger trains collided in Odisha's Balasore district on June 3.(Reuters)
Published on Jun 06, 2023 06:06 PM IST

Karnataka High Court urges legal reforms on 'Necrophilia': What you need to know

The Karnataka High Court cited sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) that do not explicitly address punishment for engaging in “Necrophilic activities”.

On May 30, the Karnataka High Court acquitted a man accused of engaging in sexual intercourse with a dead body.(Getty Images/Picture for representation)
Published on Jun 06, 2023 02:18 PM IST

Arikomban, rice-loving elephant, tranquilised in Tamil Nadu. Meet the jumbo

The 40-year-old jumbo was named ‘Arikomban’ due to its affinity for rice and that gained considerable notoriety for its regular raids on ration shops in Kerala.

Arikomban strayed into Cumbum town in Theni district of Tamil Nadu on May 27.(Twitter/@bydivyac)
Published on Jun 05, 2023 06:27 PM IST

VIDEO | New visuals show wreckage of collapsed Bihar bridge in Ganga

The bridge was supposed to connect Khagaria district with Bhagalpur, incurred a cost of more than ₹1,700 crore.

This is the second time the bridge has collapsed, with a previous incident occurring on April 30 last year. (ANI)
Published on Jun 05, 2023 01:16 PM IST
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