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Bathinda: ASI, robbery accused injured in encounter

An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) sustained bullet injuries during an encounter between police and accused involved in a robbery case in Bathinda city

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 07:42 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

BTech student held for killing elderly woman in Jalandhar

A 21-year-old BTech student has been arrested for allegedly killing a 69-year-old woman in Jalandhar’s Mota Singh Nagar

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 07:40 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

J&K govt top brass returns to Srinagar after six month spell in Jammu

Omar said that there is a need for a collective effort to ensure a smooth Amarnath Yatra without any inconvenience to the pilgrims

J&K government chief minister Omar Abdullah during a meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar on Monday. (PTI)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 07:34 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Srinagar

Man stabs 72-year-old neighbour to death

The woman kept some construction material on the common staircase which agitated the accused. An argument broke out between the two, leading to the accused stabbing the woman

Other Cities

Published on May 06, 2025 07:24 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mumbai:

Rounding up of local vendors, tea seller, poniwalas disturbing: Mehbooba

During her visit, Mehbooba met with the locals who risked their lives to protect and save tourists during the tragic incident

Peoples Democratic Party chief Mehbooba Mufti during her visit to Pahalgam following the terror attack on April 22 that claimed the lives of 26 tourists, in Anantnag on Monday. (ANI)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 07:06 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Srinagar

Actor Ajaz Khan booked for rape, days after being named in obscenity case

According to the FIR, the complainant — a struggling actress residing in Kandivali West — had been selected to appear on House Arrest, hosted by Khan. She joined the shoot at Madh Malvani in Malad West on March 17, 2025, but left the show five days later, dissatisfied with the production

Mumbai

Published on May 06, 2025 07:04 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Ghaziabad: FIR against high-rise developer after digging work

Officials said around 30 MLD of drain water, flowing through an old brick-lined channel maintained by the Ghaziabad civic body, gushed into basements

Municipal officials, for their part, acknowledged the ageing condition of the drain but pointed to budgetary constraints. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

Noida

Published on May 06, 2025 06:56 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ghaziabad

Demand of probe into death of 23-yr-old man intensifies in Kulgam

Though the police are yet to issue a formal statement, police sources have claimed that Magray was leading a team of security forces to a militant hideout when he jumped into the stream in Kulgam to escape but was swept away.

A day after demanding a probe, Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti also sought compensation for his family. (File)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 06:54 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Srinagar

Empty out the Congress, Chandrashekhar Bawankule tells partymen

The Congress’ Maharashtra unit chief Harshvardhan Sakpal counter-attacked the BJP. “The ruling party is a witch that swallows Congress leaders and workers, as it knows that it needs them to win the elections despite having prime minister Narendra Modi and chief minister Devendra Fadnavis

Mumbai

Published on May 06, 2025 06:48 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Man, 23, dies in hit-and-run in Western Express Highway

MUMBAI: A 23-year-old motorcyclist, Akshat Singh Bisht, died in a hit-and-run on Western Express Highway. Police are tracing the fleeing driver.

Mumbai

Published on May 06, 2025 06:44 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

DTR records first photographic evidence sand snake in UP

The discovery was made when a joint team from the forest department and WWF India were conducting regular monitoring along a jungle road

Other Cities

Published on May 06, 2025 06:26 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Meerut

HC disposes of petition alleging Rahul Gandhi’s dual citizenship

PIL filed by BJP worker S Vignesh Shishir from Karnataka, claiming that Gandhi is a citizen of Britain as well as India, making him ineligible to contest elections under Article 84 (A) of the Constitution.

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi (File Photo)

Lucknow

Published on May 06, 2025 06:04 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Ludhiana: IMA pays tribute to Pahalgam victims

The candle march witnessed participation of over 50 doctors from the Indian Medical Association and garnered support from the public, demonstrating the collective desire for peace

As many as 50 doctors from the local chapter of the Indian Medical Association participated in a candle march on Sunday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 05:58 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Court orders FIR against three over property grab bid

Dr Sumeet Sofat had moved the seeking directions to the SHO of Sadar police station to act on his complaint dated January 15; despite presenting detailed allegations and documents to the police, the FIR had not been registered

The court order stated that even after preliminary inquiry by police officers confirmed a cognisable offence had occurred, no FIR was registered. (HT photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 05:46 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Allahabad HC adjourns hearing on plea seeking ASI survey of Gyanvapi wazukhana

Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal passed the order in a petition filed by Rakhi Singh who is one of the plaintiffs in the Shringar Gauri worshipping suit 2022

The court set July 4 as the next date of hearing. (For Representation)

Lucknow

Published on May 06, 2025 05:34 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Prayagraj

Inmate alleges sexual assault at Ludhiana Central Jail

The matter came to the fore when the victim shared his ordeal with the jail superintendent, Shivraj Singh Nandgarh, during one of his rounds

Following the complaint, the victim was taken to the civil hospital on Monday for a medical examination. (HT photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 05:32 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Ludhiana: Woman working as house help found dead

According to social activist Charanjit Kaur, who visited the scene, the homeowner claimed that Renu had died by suicide, allegedly hanging herself from a ceiling fan; however, Kaur stated that the homeowner did not immediately inform the police, choosing instead to take the body down himself and later notify the deceased’s family

Victim’s family allege foul play, have refused to cremate body until police register a murder case. (HT photo for representation)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 05:30 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Pune civic body fails to print 40% discount on property tax bills, again

We had put forth the demand that the 40% discount be printed on property tax bills and the same was accepted by the municipal commissioner and PMC staff. However, when I received my own property tax bill, I saw it did not have any such column, says activist

It would have been helpful for citizens to understand whether or not they are getting the tax rebate benefit. (representative photo)

Pune

Published on May 06, 2025 05:28 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Nominee doesn’t have ownership of insurance policy money: HC

The Allahabad High Court ruled that a nominee of an insurance policy does not own the proceeds, prioritizing succession laws over the Insurance Act.

Due to the contradictory judgments of high courts on the issue, the court also said it would be fit to take the matter to the Supreme Court. (File Photo)

Lucknow

Published on May 06, 2025 05:26 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Enhancing women’s safety:Anti-Romeo Squads rebranded as Mahila Suraksha Teams

The new teams will have a broader mandate, including curbing substance abuse near educational institutions, monitoring suspicious activities, ensuring swift action in cases of harassment

The teams have been strictly directed to act with sensitivity, ensuring that their actions don’t create fear but instil confidence among women and the general public,” he stated. (For representation only)

Lucknow

Published on May 06, 2025 05:22 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Plunged into darkness: Strong winds trigger widespread outages across Ludhiana

A senior PSPCL official from the central zone stated that a 132 kV transmission line in Doraha broke down around 8 pm due to the intensity of the winds, plunging nearby areas into darkness

Multiple feeders tripped between 7.46 pm and 10 pm. (HT File)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 05:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Bawankule slams Pune land records dept, hints SIT probe into illegal ownership changes

He alleged that in the past four years, some officials had unlawfully changed the ownership of several plots, creating chaos and causing hardship to homebuyers

Bawankule also pointed out that many officers who recently received promotions had spent their entire careers — 25 to 30 years — posted in urban centres like Pune and Mumbai. “They had no idea where places like Gadchiroli or Nandurbar are. We have now posted them to other regions,” he said. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Pune

Published on May 06, 2025 05:14 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Bawankule urges BJP cadre to bring in Congress leaders, “empty the party”

Reacting to the remarks, Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad said that the Congress is rooted in ideology and belongs to the people. Many have tried to weaken the Congress in the past, but people remain connected to it because of its values

Bawankule while speaking at an event in the city on Sunday encouraged local BJP members to rope in Congress loyalists, suggesting that the defection of such leaders would benefit the saffron party. (HT PHOTO)

Pune

Published on May 06, 2025 05:06 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Ludhiana: Property of jailed drug peddler razed in Transport Nagar

The police team along with Ludhiana municipal corporation (MC) reached the house of the convict Lakhan, son of Heera, a resident of Hari Krishna Colony, who is currently lodged in jail serving a 10-year sentence under the NDPS Act

The illegal structure being demolished in the presence of police and MC officials in Ludhiana on Tuesday. (HT Photo)

Chandigarh

Published on May 06, 2025 05:02 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Ludhiana

Yoga Day now a global movement: U.P. governor

Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel held an online meeting on preparations for International Yoga Day 2025, emphasizing yoga's role in health and lifestyle.

Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel. (HT file)

Lucknow

Updated on May 05, 2025 10:45 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Lucknow

Ticket sales for Neeraj Chopra javelin meet goes live

Bengaluru: Tickets for the Neeraj Chopra Classic on May 24 are now on sale, priced from ₹199 to ₹9,999, featuring top javelin athletes.

Neeraj Chopra at the Paris Olympics. (AFP)

Other Sports

Updated on May 05, 2025 10:39 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Elevator firm staff beaten up over ‘work delay’; building owner, aides booked

Victims rescued after their company’s HR head informed UP112 and a police team reached the spot; accused booked on charges of wrongful confinement, criminal intimidation and assault

The police were verifying the background of the accused, including claims regarding the airline business connection. (Pic for representation)

Lucknow

Published on May 05, 2025 10:16 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Seeking course upgrade, cyber security student loses ₹1.86L in online fraud

The victim, Pratik Bose, an engineer and resident of Georgetown area, is currently pursuing his master’s degree in cyber security from a private university in Massachusetts. The matter came to light after his mother, Reena Bose, filed a police complaint at the George Town police station on his behalf.

Georgetown station house officer (SHO) Santosh Singh confirmed that a case has been registered against the accused, identified as Archit Srivastava alias Archit Nandan of Hazratganj, Lucknow. (Sourced)

Lucknow

Updated on May 05, 2025 09:18 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Prayagraj

Make policing more robust, curb crime against women: Khanna

Encroachments should also be removed from Lucknow so that the problem of traffic jams can be tackled effectively, says minister

The minister said police personnel handling responsibility of law and order should do round-the-clock patrolling. (Sourced)

Lucknow

Published on May 05, 2025 09:13 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Mosque-temple case: Allahabad HC grants time to Sambhal Masjid body to file rejoinder

The matter is being heard on a revision petition filed by Masjid committee challenging an Sambhal court order by which the civil court had directed ASI survey by an advocate commissioner

The bench of Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal fixed May 12 as the next date of hearing. (For Representation)

Lucknow

Updated on May 05, 2025 09:11 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Prayagraj

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An assistant sub-inspector (ASI) sustained bullet injuries during an encounter between police and accused involved in a robbery case in Bathinda city

A 21-year-old BTech student has been arrested for allegedly killing a 69-year-old woman in Jalandhar’s Mota Singh Nagar

Omar said that there is a need for a collective effort to ensure a smooth Amarnath Yatra without any inconvenience to the pilgrims

The woman kept some construction material on the common staircase which agitated the accused. An argument broke out between the two, leading to the accused stabbing the woman

During her visit, Mehbooba met with the locals who risked their lives to protect and save tourists during the tragic incident

According to the FIR, the complainant — a struggling actress residing in Kandivali West — had been selected to appear on House Arrest, hosted by Khan. She joined the shoot at Madh Malvani in Malad West on March 17, 2025, but left the show five days later, dissatisfied with the production

Officials said around 30 MLD of drain water, flowing through an old brick-lined channel maintained by the Ghaziabad civic body, gushed into basements

Though the police are yet to issue a formal statement, police sources have claimed that Magray was leading a team of security forces to a militant hideout when he jumped into the stream in Kulgam to escape but was swept away.

The Congress’ Maharashtra unit chief Harshvardhan Sakpal counter-attacked the BJP. “The ruling party is a witch that swallows Congress leaders and workers, as it knows that it needs them to win the elections despite having prime minister Narendra Modi and chief minister Devendra Fadnavis

MUMBAI: A 23-year-old motorcyclist, Akshat Singh Bisht, died in a hit-and-run on Western Express Highway. Police are tracing the fleeing driver.

The discovery was made when a joint team from the forest department and WWF India were conducting regular monitoring along a jungle road

PIL filed by BJP worker S Vignesh Shishir from Karnataka, claiming that Gandhi is a citizen of Britain as well as India, making him ineligible to contest elections under Article 84 (A) of the Constitution.

The candle march witnessed participation of over 50 doctors from the Indian Medical Association and garnered support from the public, demonstrating the collective desire for peace

Dr Sumeet Sofat had moved the seeking directions to the SHO of Sadar police station to act on his complaint dated January 15; despite presenting detailed allegations and documents to the police, the FIR had not been registered

Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal passed the order in a petition filed by Rakhi Singh who is one of the plaintiffs in the Shringar Gauri worshipping suit 2022

The matter came to the fore when the victim shared his ordeal with the jail superintendent, Shivraj Singh Nandgarh, during one of his rounds

We had put forth the demand that the 40% discount be printed on property tax bills and the same was accepted by the municipal commissioner and PMC staff. However, when I received my own property tax bill, I saw it did not have any such column, says activist

The Allahabad High Court ruled that a nominee of an insurance policy does not own the proceeds, prioritizing succession laws over the Insurance Act.

The new teams will have a broader mandate, including curbing substance abuse near educational institutions, monitoring suspicious activities, ensuring swift action in cases of harassment

A senior PSPCL official from the central zone stated that a 132 kV transmission line in Doraha broke down around 8 pm due to the intensity of the winds, plunging nearby areas into darkness

He alleged that in the past four years, some officials had unlawfully changed the ownership of several plots, creating chaos and causing hardship to homebuyers

Reacting to the remarks, Congress MP Varsha Gaikwad said that the Congress is rooted in ideology and belongs to the people. Many have tried to weaken the Congress in the past, but people remain connected to it because of its values

The police team along with Ludhiana municipal corporation (MC) reached the house of the convict Lakhan, son of Heera, a resident of Hari Krishna Colony, who is currently lodged in jail serving a 10-year sentence under the NDPS Act

Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel held an online meeting on preparations for International Yoga Day 2025, emphasizing yoga's role in health and lifestyle.

Bengaluru: Tickets for the Neeraj Chopra Classic on May 24 are now on sale, priced from ₹199 to ₹9,999, featuring top javelin athletes.

Victims rescued after their company’s HR head informed UP112 and a police team reached the spot; accused booked on charges of wrongful confinement, criminal intimidation and assault

Encroachments should also be removed from Lucknow so that the problem of traffic jams can be tackled effectively, says minister

The matter is being heard on a revision petition filed by Masjid committee challenging an Sambhal court order by which the civil court had directed ASI survey by an advocate commissioner

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