Daily brief: How Amritpal Singh escaped to Haryana from Punjab, and all the latest news

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Hijacked bike at gunpoint: How Amritpal Singh escaped to Haryana

Amritpal Singh fled in a bike on Saturday and then travelled in a motorised three-wheeler cart. This photo surfaced on Wednesday after the bike was found.

While the hunt for fugitive pro-Khalistani leader Amritpal Singh entered its sixth day, it has emerged that the ‘Waris Punjab De’ president may have crossed the border to neighbouring Haryana. Read more

Opposition leaders raises concern over EVM's efficacy

Opposition leaders have raised concerns over the viability of the electronic voting machines (EVM) and said that they will urge the Election Commission of India (ECI) to clarify their suspicion over the use of voting machines in elections. Read more

Guneet Monga wants Shah Rukh Khan's hug in person after Oscar win: 'I am waiting for that'

After the historic Oscar wins for India by the films The Elephant Whisperers and RRR, Shah Rukh Khan was one of many Indian celebrities that sent out congratulations to them. Read more

Home decor, interior design tips: How to pick the perfect artwork for your home?

“A thing of beauty is a joy forever,” said John Keats and so, irrespective of the décor type or interior theme, a carefully picked artwork would multiply the aesthetic appeal of your home with its sheer grandeur and unique charm. Read more

‘I’m thoroughly impressed by India’s domestic players’: Grace Harris

For many, Grace Harris going at ₹75 lakh in the auction was a major steal by UP Warriorz. The Australian all-rounder has established herself as arguably the most powerful hitter in the game, as was evident in her sensational 59 not out off 26 balls in UPW’s first win of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) against Gujarat Giants. Read more