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Why power banks are being banned on flights: Essential facts you should know
Airlines are tightening rules on power banks mid-flight. Wondering why these portable chargers face bans? Here's what passengers need to know before boarding
Published on Apr 09, 2025 04:15 PM IST
Stripped, isolated and accused: Indian woman alleges racism after US detention
Indian entrepreneur Shruti Chaturvedi details her 8-hour detention at a US airport, alleging racial profiling after a power bank was found in her friend's bag.
Updated on Apr 09, 2025 09:55 AM IST
Canada woman stopped at airport for carrying power bank mistaken for sex toy
The Canadian woman said that she was “horrified” when the security at airport mistook her power bank for sex toy, adding that it “will haunt her for a while”.
Published on Jul 04, 2024 07:06 PM IST
The Brunch round-up: The week and how it made us feel
This week, we’re watching out for Wonka, rethinking generic presents, fact-checking Sean Paul and can’t believe the year’s over
Updated on Dec 22, 2023 08:54 AM IST
HT Brunch Team
Power banks that charge smartphones on the go, top picks
Power banks are both portable and support fast charging, allowing users to charge their devices on the go.
Published on Oct 27, 2021 06:32 PM IST
Shreya Garg
Bag with power bank triggers security scare at Supreme Court
Power banks have in the past led to security scare at high-security areas like airports.
Updated on Feb 14, 2020 01:38 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | HT Correspondent
My Honor and I take over Christmas
In this festive season, get set to capture the mood with your Honor 20i, which comes with a stunning triple camera, brilliant design and a ton of amazing features.
Updated on Dec 23, 2019 04:30 PM IST
Promotional Feature, HT Brand Studio
Techilicious by Rajiv Makhni: Eight crappy tech gifts you should stay away from buying this Christmas!
Gadgets not to buy as gifts or indulgences
Updated on Dec 07, 2019 10:15 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Rajiv Makhni
OPPO A9 2020 – The smartphone designed to take on challenges.
The smartphone scores high in all departments—be it camera, design, or battery. Read on to find out more.
Updated on Sep 15, 2019 09:13 AM IST
Partnered Feature, HT Brand Studio
Help your gadgets weather the monsoon
The monsoon is notorious for ruining our gadgets. Here’s a way to keep them safe and a guide on what the waterproof devices to invest in
Published on Jun 29, 2019 06:45 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Abhishek Baxi
Training differently abled to find new avenues for growth
ATPAR launched Network of Entrepreneurs with Disabilities for Assistance and Rehabilitation - NEDAR, to enable such participants to come together as a forum on Saturday.
Updated on Jun 02, 2019 02:06 PM IST
New Delhi | Vatsala Shrangi
Delhi woman arrested after power bank she threw explodes at IGI
A woman, angry at being asked by security personnel to remove a power bank from her check-in baggage, smashed the device on a wall, causing it to emit sparks and smoke.
Updated on Aug 30, 2018 11:21 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Anvit Srivastava
Watch: Power bank explodes in man’s bag on a bus in China
The man escaped unhurt.
Published on Jun 11, 2018 05:39 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | HT Correspondent
Power banks in check-in baggage trigger chaos at Delhi’s IGI airport
Power bank is a restricted item and therefore, the in-line baggage system started rejecting bags carrying the them.
Updated on Mar 29, 2018 11:37 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Hindustan Times | HT Correspondent