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No cause for panic over the new Covid variant

The emergence of a new Covid variant JN.1 has sparked some concern, particularly in light of the year-end holidays and festivities. The World Health Organization (WHO) classified JN.1 as a separate variant of interest (VOI) on December 19, distinct from the parent lineage BA.2.86.

India-Pakistan ties, as seen by Nawaz Sharif

More than any other political figure in Pakistan, the mantle of advocating a minimally stable relationship has fallen on the former PM

264 questions raised by suspended Oppn MPs removed from records

A total of 264 questions raised by suspended Opposition MPs were deleted from the list of queries in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha in three days, during the recently concluded winter session of Parliament, according to information available on the websites of the two Houses.

Govt-governor tussle marks convocation of Jadavpur varsity

The standoff between West Bengal government and Raj Bhavan over the appointment of interim vice-chancellor of Jadavpur University took a fresh twist on Sunday, as the state administration overturned governor CV Ananda Bose's removal of Buddhadeb Sau from the institution a day ago.

Maran's remarks on Hindi speakers fan row

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Bihar deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday slammed Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP Dayanidhi Maran over his purported statement that people who study only Hindi in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh “build houses” and “clean toilets” in Tamil Nadu.

1-month-old who died alone at hospital among the buried

At the site of a mass burial site in Churachandpur's Sehken, among the many victims of the Manipur clashes, a headstone says Baby Isaac, 1 month. The infant from the Hmar tribe is the youngest victim of ethnic clashes in the northeastern state. At least 187 have died and around 50,000 displaced in the violence that started on May 3.

How ideology shapes Indian politics

Ideology is intrinsic to the Indian political landscape and the BJP and the issues it emphasises have an outsized role in determining the country's ideological structure

Across 3 states, kin of soldiers killed in Poonch ambush grapple with loss

Grief and shock echoed through the villages of the four soldiers who lost their lives in the December 21 terror ambush in Poonch district of Jammu & Kashmir, as the army on Sunday began the process of handing over their mortal remains to the families.

'For the first time, cities were at the centre of climate discussion'

From record-breaking heat to intense rain, from cyclones and floods to long dry spells, 2023 had its share of worst weather extremes. Their impact was magnified in cities due to population density, income inequalities, insufficient public services, and civic mismanagement. While the urgency for accelerated climate action in urban spaces is now understood, its roadmap, the issues of monetary and technical support, and the challenge to ensure an equitable and humane approach to implementing solutions demand more clarity and unanimity.

Police booths in city fail to live up to the hype

The Delhi Police’s all women pink booths and integrated facilitation centres, launched over the last two years for enhanced safety of women in public spaces and to provide doorstep services to citizens in the national capital are battling several issues such as irregular working hours and poor deployment of staff, a spot check by Hindustan Times of several such booths across the city has shown.

Worker alleges molestation in govt hospital; health min orders probe

A woman working as a housekeeping staff on a contract basis at a government hospital in Burari has accused her manager and three supervisors of molesting and harassing her and two other employees, police officers aware of the case said on Sunday.

17-yr-old dies 8 days after assault by group of teens

ACCORDING TO THE POLICE, THE 17-YEAR-OLD VICTIM HAD A VERBAL SPAT OVER A TRIVIAL ISSUE WITH ONE OF THE TEENAGERS THREE DAYS BEFORE THE ASSAULT ON HIM

Staying afloat: Lessons from flood-prone cities

Mitigation of and adaptation to weather extremes are a tall order for administrations at the local level because of unpredictability of climate variability, and their own constraints. Despite challenges, some cities are working to reduce vulnerability to these changes.

Terrorists gun down retired J&K cop during prayer call

A retired senior superintendent of police was shot dead inside a mosque on Sunday morning in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district while giving a call for prayers, a murder that shocked the region and came during a spree of terror attacks in Jammu & Kashmir.

Air remains 'severe', slight improvement likely today

Delhi's air quality remained in the \"severe\" zone for the third straight day on Sunday as weak winds locked in local emissions and extended residents' exposure to a host of respiratory illnesses.

300 Indians quizzed in France over suspicion of trafficking

Four French judges on Sunday began questioning more than 300 Indians travelling on a plane detained near Paris over suspicions of human trafficking, people familiar with the matter said.

PM set to hold a roadshow, rally in Ayodhya on Dec 30

AYODHYA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to hold a roadshow and address a public meeting in Ayodhya on December 30, after inaugurating the Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram International Airport and the redeveloped railway station in the temple town.

Now, I do not have anything to do with wrestling: Brij Bhushan

Former WFI chief reacts after the sports ministry suspended the newly elected Executive Committee

Drone that hit ship was fired from Iran, says US

The drone that struck a Japanese-owned chemical tanker in the Arabian Sea on Saturday was fired from Iran, the US Department of Defense said on Sunday, an attack that came at a time of heightened fears of maritime trade being targeted further west in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

Centre suspends WFI over various violations

Union sports ministry suspends the newly elected WFI executive committee and directs IOA to form an ad-hoc committee to run the federation

Priyanka, Parineeti never offered any help: Meera Chopra

Safed Actor Meera Chopra has claimed that her cousins, actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Parineeti Chopra, have \"never helped her\" and that the feeling of \"sisterhood\" between her and the two is somehow missing.

'THINGS HAVE TAKEN OFF FOR ME THIS YEAR'

Manish Raisinghan talks about his growth as an actor in 2023 and trying his hand at writing

Sweet Jesus! Christmas goodies flying off the shelves

Step into any bakery around Christmas, and you are sure to be greeted by the sight of red and white balloons, precariously perched Santa hats and tinsel-adorned interiors. The aroma of sinfully rich, Christmas-special baked goodies only adds to the attraction, making it irresistible for Delhiites to pay a visit to the city's oldest bakeries and indulge their sweet tooth during the holiday season.

Time for the Athletes Commission to become truly functional: Bindra

Abhinav Bindra, a Beijing Olympics gold medallist and vocal advocate of athletes' rights, has called for a “truly active and functional Athletes Commission” in sports bodies to ensure sportspersons’ rights are safeguarded and incidents of sexual harassment of athletes minimised.

Alvarez brace seals City's Club WC title

Julian Alvarez scored the fastest ever goal in a Club World Cup final as Manchester City thrashed Brazilian side Fluminense 4-0 on Friday to cap a remarkable year by capturing their fifth trophy of 2023.

Harmanpreet's 'magical golden arm' sets up fascinating final day of lone Test vs Aussies

On the field as a substitute, Harleen Deol was shining the ball vigorously as Rajeshwari Gayakwad walked to the top of her run-up. After toiling away for a couple of hours, India had finally broken Australia’s third-wicket partnership in the previous over. With their first innings lead quickly evaporating, the hosts were desperate to strike another blow as Harleen kissed the ball for good luck before tossing it to Rajeshwari.

India will need a dash of the good, old Bumrah wizardry

With Shami missing, the supporting cast isn't as stellar but the pacer isn't called a genius for nothing

Open AI in talks to raise funds at $100bn valuation

OpenAI is in early discussions to raise a fresh round of funding at a valuation at or above $100 billion, people with knowledge of the matter said, a deal that would cement the ChatGPT maker as one of the world's most valuable startups.

Top court declines to fast-track 2020 election interference trial

The US Supreme Court declined on Friday to immediately hear former president Donald Trump's claim that he is immune from prosecution, potentially delaying his 2020 election interference trial.

Israel strikes 2 homes, kill more than 90 Gazans

Israel's offensive has been one of the most devastating military campaigns in recent history, displacing nearly 85% of Gaza's 2.3 million people