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Govt report flags limited access to digital learning in 503 distts during pandemic

At a time when the pandemic forced schools to shut and shift classes online, students in 503 districts in the country had very limited access to digital learning, with 240 of them scoring less than 10%, according to a government report released on Sunday.

Alert sounded, parts of Punjab brace for floods

A high alert was sounded on Sunday for several districts across Punjab, including Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Nawanshahr, Ropar, Mohali, Amritsar and Tarn Taran, as heavy rainfall in the catchment areas of the Bhakra Dam reservoir, the Sutlej, Beas and Ravi rivers and several smaller rivulets led to a flood-like situation in the region.

10 die, infrastructure caves in as heavy rain batters north India

Heavy rains lashed large swathes of North India on Sunday, leaving at least ten people dead , with rivers in spate, urban infrastructure buckling under the weight of the incessant downpour, and widespread damage to property. The worst damage came from the hill states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir, with homes and shops, even a section of the National Highway 3 to Manali being submerged in angry rivers, with the administration sounding warning for people to stay off the roads and take shelter.

With tomato priced out of kitchen, pumpkin steps up

In the battle for tomatoes, the pumpkin has emerged as a winner.

Chronicling living history of cities

A growing community of architecture and history enthusiasts is using Instagram to record the built heritage of their cities

Tuition teacher held for rape of 10-year-old in East Delhi

A tuition teacher has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 10-year-old student in east Delhi's New Ashok Nagar, police said on Sunday. A case of sexual assault was registered on Sunday under Section 354(b) of the Indian Penal Code and Section 8 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POSCO) Act at the New Ashok Nagar police station, the police said.

Yamuna may hit danger mark on Tue: Advisory

The water level mark in the Yamuna will likely cross the danger mark (205.33 metre) on Tuesday even as more than 150,453 cusecs of water was released from Hathnikund barrage in Haryana’s Yamuna Nagar, according to an advisory issued by the Central Water Commission (CWC) on Sunday.

Atishi cites record rain for water woes, BJP to protest today

With the city receiving incessant rainfall over the past two days, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led government and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) attacked each other over the waterlogging in Delhi.

IIT student dies by suicide at hostel room, say police

PRIMA FACIE, IT APPEARS THAT THE STUDENT TOOK THE EXTREME STEP BECAUSE HE FAILED AN EXAM, SAID THE POLICE

LG nod for stringent Gujarat law in Delhi, MHA gets proposal

THE LAW ALLOWS POLICE TO DETAIN 'BOOTLEGGERS' 'DANGEROUS PERSONS' AND 'DRUG OFFENDERS' AS A PREVENTIVE MEASURE

Schools across NCR to remain shut

All schools across Delhi and the National Capital Region will be closed on Monday, July 10, after Delhi recorded more than 261mm of rain — 125% of the amount it receives on average over the entire month of July — between 8.30am on Saturday and 5.30pm on Sunday.

NCR inundated after downpour, agencies in damage control mode

The Capital’s civic agencies began the repair and damage control work in their respective areas on Sunday even as incessant rains battered Delhi for the second consecutive day, leading to severe waterlogging in key areas and stretches and subsequent traffic congestion.

Violence continues in Bengal, several areas to vote again

The West Bengal state election commission (SEC) ordered repolling on Monday at 697 booths in 19 districts where voting for the rural elections has been declared void, a notification, seen by HT, said hours after a meeting of the commission on Sunday evening during which it took stock of vote-tampering and violence across the state.

PM housing scheme to be completed by Dec

The Narendra Modi government’s target to construct 29.3 million houses for all rural poor is expected to be completed by December 2023, as the popular scheme has gained momentum, received additional resources and is being closely supervised.

Record rain batters Capital, rivers in spate across North

Four people were killed as Delhi recorded a little over 261mm of rain, or 125% of the amount it receives on average over the entire month of July, between 8.30am on Saturday and 5.30pm on Sunday in one of the wettest spells the Capital has ever recorded.

Webanyama's security to not be charged: Cops on the Britney Spears incident

After pop star Britney Spears alleged being \"backhanded in the face\" by basketballer Victor Wembanyama's security person, the Las Vegas Police Department said the latter will not be charged for the incident that happened on Wednesday evening.

Shahid says he was 'destroyed' when picture of him kissing his then-girlfriend surfaced online

In a recent interview, Shahid Kapoor spoke about some of the most challenging times he has faced in the industry.

MANNAT MAANGI THI, TOH AANA HI THA: GURMEET-DEBINA

In Varanasi for their daughters' mundan ceremony, the actor-couple feels a special connection with the holy city

Here's how to conquer 10,000 steps when it pours

The monsoon brings relief from the scorching summer heat and the season is associated with chai, pakora and paper boats.

Fruits to spices: Know gut-friendly monsoon foods

As the monsoon season sets in, it becomes crucial to prioritise our gut health, recognising its pivotal role in maintaining overall well-being.

AGE-OLD WISDOM: THE MINDFUL WAY TO BEAUTY

Gen Zand millennials have reclaimed ancient beauty rituals that promise holistic and long-lasting benefits

Delusionship, fake breakups: Beware of these toxic dating trends that can break your heart

Finding a genuine relationship with a strong connection is a task that seems almost impossible in the fast-paced modern world.

CLEARING THE AIR ON AIR FRYING

Air frying is known to lend food a crisp texture, sans the oil. But, air fried food could also have harmful effects on health in some cases. Here's what the experts say

GLAZED DONUT: THE RAGING TREND IS NOW IN OUR HAIR!

Forget glazed donut nails. The glazed donut hair trend is having a moment with all the 'it' girls voting for its superstar sheen

'Not detached from box-office results of my films'

'ONE HAS TO ACCEPT FAILURE AND MOVE ON' | The actor, who has faced many ups and downs in his career so far, believes in persevering

Shot putter Karanveer in doping net, dropped

Shot putter Karanveer Singh has tested positive for doping and he has been dropped from the India squad for the Asian athletics championships starting in Bangkok on July 12, Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Adille Sumariwala said on the eve of the contingent's departure.

Some slip and slide as grass gets greener for No.1 Alcaraz

Far from perfect but Spaniard overcomes Chile's impressive Jarry in four sets to reach fourth round

Desperate England chase 251 after late Head knock

Travis Head played a lone hand as Australia huffed and puffed to 224 nearing the end of Day 3 of the third Ashes Test in Leeds, leaving England 251 runs to get in two days to pull one back after losses in Edgbaston and Lord's.

India hoping for Mandhana to regain spark versus Bangladesh

Smriti Mandhana has been the most consistent batter in the Indian women's cricket team in recent years. Her success in all formats, including the four Tests she has played, has made Mandhana the poster girl of this era.

South Zone edge out North, face West in final

Tamil Nadu's R Sai Kishore came up with a splendid all-round show as South Zone trumped North Zone by two wickets on a rain-interrupted but thrilling last day of the Duleep Trophy semi-final here on Saturday.