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CAQM chooses to not close schools, halt construction

Even as the 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) breached \"severe'' level on Wednesday, and forecasts by central agencies predicted a further deterioration in air quality, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) decided against implementing the third stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (Grap) - measures that would shut in-person classes in primary schools and enforce a blanket ban on construction.

Black Panther 3 to be one of Denzel Washington's last projects before retirement

Hollywood actor Denzel Washington recently revealed that he will be playing a crucial role in the third installment of the Black Panther films.

Suhana, Navya wish Aryan Khan on his 27th b'day with throwback pics

Actor Suhana Khan took a walk down memory lane on Tuesday as she shared a wholesome throwback picture on Instagram to wish brother Aryan Khan on his 27th birthday.

'MY FIRST CHILDREN'S DAY WITH JUNIOR DHAR!'

IT'S ALL IN THE NAME

Use draw against Vietnam as a reference

It is a first since 2014 that India will look to avoid ending a year without a win.

High court issues notice on Punia plea

The Delhi high court on Wednesday issued notice in a plea seeking directions to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) ad hoc committee to conduct fresh selection trials for the upcoming competitions.

Shami makes a subdued return in Ranji Trophy

Mohammed Shami delivered 10 overs on the opening day of Bengal's Ranji Trophy Elite Group C tie against Madhya Pradesh at Indore on Wednesday, the first competitive game for India's experienced pacer who had been sidelined since the ODI World Cup final loss to Australia on November 19, 2023.

All India police meet: Sachin shines with 84.21m in javelin

Javelin thrower Sachin Yadav maintained his impressive performance this year with a winning effort of 84.21 meters in the All India Police Athletics Championships at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Wednesday.

Abdusattorov clinches early lead at Tata Steel

Applause broke out as soon as Vidit Gujrathi and Magnus Carlsen shook hands, bringing an end to an eventful day where the World No 1 was held to a draw in his first two games but showed his class in the final game of the day.

India's southpaws pack a punch before ant attack

Abhishek scores a brisk fifty while Tilak doubles it up to become the youngest man to hit a T20I ton against top nations

Voda Idea Q2 loss shrinks to ₹7,175 cr

Vodafone Idea Ltd's losses narrowed to ₹7,175 crore in the September quarter, down from ₹8,746 crore a year earlier, as revenues edged up to ₹10,932 crore from ₹10,716 crore.

Investors cheer, analysts split as Swiggy lists at a premium

Food-delivery firm Swiggy's shares hit the bourses at ₹420 on Wednesday, a 7.7% premium to the issue price of ₹390, making the listing a major liquidity event for its top investors.

Bears guide benchmark indices to correction Zone

Inflation raises bearish bets; stocks trade over 10% below their peaks

CCI likely to move SC on Amazon, Flipkart case

India's competition watchdog may knock on the doors of the country's top court in an anti-trust case involving e-commerce majors Amazon and Flipkart, and some sellers on their platforms, two persons aware of the development said.

US worker charged with leaking Israel's strike plans on Iran

A man who worked for the US government has been charged with leaking classified information assessing Israel's earlier plans to attack Iran, according to court papers filed on Wednesday.

'META MUST FACE TRIAL OVER INSTA AND WHATSAPP ACQUISITIONS'

Facebook owner Meta Platforms must face trial in a US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit seeking its breakup over claims that it bought Instagram and WhatsApp to crush emerging competition in social media, a judge in Washington ruled on Wednesday.

N2O levels endangering Paris goals: UN report

Without urgent action on rising N2O emissions, there are \"no viable pathways\" to limit global warming to 1.5°C, a new report launched at the UN Conference of Parties currently underway in Baku has warned.

British writer wins the Booker prize for fiction

British writer Samantha Harvey won the Booker prize for fiction on Tuesday with \"Orbital,\" a short, wonder-filled novel set aboard the International Space Station (ISS) that ponders the beauty and fragility of Earth.

Five contradictions that underline Project Trump

Donald Trump's spectacular win was based on sharpening contradictions. His success will depend on reconciling them

Why states must take lead on climate action

While the world awaits decisive action against erratic climate at the 29th Conference of Parties (COP29) in Baku, Madhya Pradesh is aggressively pursuing climate crisis mitigation plans, addressing sustainable development goals.

Public buses as a poll issue in Maharashtra

As Maharashtra gears up for the assembly elections, it remains to be seen whether inclusive access to public transport will become a political priority, as it has in other states.

Human-centric approach is helping India navigate choppy global waters

In the run-up to the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2024, thought leaders and experts share their views on the theme of this year's event

CCPA issues guidelines to ensure transparency across coaching sector

COACHING CENTRES ARE PROHIBITED FROM MAKING ANY TYPE OF GUARANTEED CLAIMS, SUCH AS ASSURED RANKS IN ADVERTISEMENTS

Bulldozer parked forever: Oppn; BJP hails judgment

Opposition leaders on Wednesday welcomed the Supreme Court verdict on bulldozer action, and took swipes at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying the top court has \"parked the bulldozer in the garage forever\".

India, Saudi discuss West Asia conflict, push for early peace

India and Saudi Arabia discussed the Israel-Hamas conflict on Wednesday, with external affairs minister S Jaishankar saying New Delhi backs an early ceasefire in Gaza and the resolution of the Palestinian issue through a two-State solution.

Indians account for a quarter of the world's adult diabetes patients

About a quarter of the 828 million adults globally living with diabetes — either type 1 or 2 — are in India, a paper published in The Lancet said on Wednesday.

Fresh gunfights, arson in Manipur amid Shutdown

Gunfights, arson, and a shutdown rocked Manipur on Wednesday as it continued to grapple with a fresh wave of unrest, which has prompted the Union government to increase the deployment of central forces in the strife-torn state.

MUDA case: 1 booked for 'blackmailing' Sidda

Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) spokesperson M Lakshman has lodged a complaint against activist Snehamayi Krishna, accusing him of \"blackmailing and pressuring\" chief minister Siddaramaiah by making unfounded accusations against him pertaining to the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam.

Will not restore Article 370, Shah asserts in Maha

Union home minister Amit Shah on Wednesday asserted that Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu & Kashmir, will not be restored even if Congress stalwart and late PM Indira Gandhi \"were to return from heaven\".

PM slams JMM alliance for 'helping' infiltrators

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday accused the ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)-led coalition of helping \"infiltrators become permanent citizens\" of the poll-bound state, calling it a \"deep-rooted conspiracy\" which will change Jharkhand's identity.