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]Lucknow on cloud nine as evening rain cools Uttar Pradesh capital after 40.3°C temperature during day
Published on Jun 28, 2024 10:59 PM IST
Lucknow residents welcome rain with joy and enthusiasm, monsoon likely to cover entire Uttar Pradesh by Sunday
![The rain in Lucknow began around 7pm. (Hindustan) The rain in Lucknow began around 7pm. (Hindustan)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/550x309/The-rain-in-Lucknow-began-around-7pm---Hindustan-_1719595743744.jpg)
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
To please farmers, state announces free power for agriculture pumps among other schemes
Maharashtra govt announces 'Mukhya Mantri Baliraja Vij Savlat Yojana' to pay farmers' power bills. Also plans to solarize agricultural grids to reduce costs.
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 10:37 PM IST
Delhi rain hits 88-year high in June rainfall; IMD forecasts more to come
Delhi rain: Capital wakes up to rain havoc. Emergency meetings held to address lack of preparedness. Flights suspended after Terminal-1 roof collapse at IGIA.
![Delhi rain: A woman carries a dog as she wades through a severely waterlogged road following heavy rainfall, in New Delhi on Friday. (ANI Photo/Ishant) Delhi rain: A woman carries a dog as she wades through a severely waterlogged road following heavy rainfall, in New Delhi on Friday. (ANI Photo/Ishant)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/ANI-20240628301-0_1719592670928_1719592718552.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 10:36 PM IST
37 km to be added to metro network this financial year
Mumbai to expand metro network by 37 km this year. PM Modi to inaugurate Metro 3 on July 13. Thane coastal road and Unity Mall in Navi Mumbai announced.
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 10:29 PM IST
Wave of financial fraud cases hits Chandigarh
Rattan Kumar, 59, a resident of Sector 27-D, Chandigarh, was defrauded of ₹17.20 lakh by a cyber criminal posing as his uncle DC Jain
![Police have lodged separate FIRs in connection with these complaints and launched probes. (Stock image) Police have lodged separate FIRs in connection with these complaints and launched probes. (Stock image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Police-have-lodged-separate-FIRs-in-connection-wit_1719593463347.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 10:21 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Chandigarh: After sunny skies, brace for rain from June 29
According to officials at the India Meteorological Department, monsoon is expected to reach Chandigarh by Sunday while bringing along heavy rain (over 60 mm)
![Visitors taking cover under hats at Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh on a sunny Friday afternoon. (Keshav Singh/HT) Visitors taking cover under hats at Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh on a sunny Friday afternoon. (Keshav Singh/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Visitors-taking-cover-under-hats-at-Sukhna-Lake-in_1719592022920.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:57 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Male leopard found dead in Dudhwa buffer zone
During the post-mortem examination, blood clots were detected in the heart area, which indicated death from cardio-respiratory complications
![A one-month-old tiger cub rescued from South Kheri forest division on Friday. (HT Photo) A one-month-old tiger cub rescued from South Kheri forest division on Friday. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/A-one-month-old-tiger-cub-rescued-from-South-Kheri_1719590042434.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:24 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lakhimpur Kheri
Travel agents in Chandigarh told to submit documents in 4 weeks
According to the order issued by Chandigarh district magistrate Vinay Pratap Singh, some travel agents are involved in fraudulent activities by deceiving and cheating citizens on the false pretext of arranging their visa or managing their affairs relating to sending persons abroad and such other activities.
![The order will also apply on IELTS coaching institutes, ticketing agents and general agents. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) The order will also apply on IELTS coaching institutes, ticketing agents and general agents. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/The-order-will-also-apply-on-IELTS-coaching-instit_1719589982301.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:23 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Mohali: GMADA seeks waste mgmt reports from realty developers
Informing the promoters that GMADA was already taking steps to redress the issue of garbage disposal in its area, chief administrator Moneesh Kumar asked them to adopt similar measures on priority for proper disposal of waste in their projects
![The areas under GMADA include Aerocity, IT City, Wave Estate, TDI, GILCO, Sectors 88, 89, 90, 91, 104 and 105, and Balongi. (HT File Photo/for representation only) The areas under GMADA include Aerocity, IT City, Wave Estate, TDI, GILCO, Sectors 88, 89, 90, 91, 104 and 105, and Balongi. (HT File Photo/for representation only)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/The-areas-under-GMADA-include-Aerocity--IT-City--W_1719589262924.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:11 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
Military strategist launches book on war memorials in Chandigarh
“In ‘Lest We Forget’, I aim to honour the courage and sacrifice of countless men and women who laid down their lives for our tomorrow,” remarked military strategist for the Indian Army and writer Lt Gen Harwant Singh (retd).
![(From left) Lt Gen Harwant Singh (retd) with Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh (retd) and Admiral Sunil Lanba (retd) during the launch of his book ‘Lest We Forget’ at Chandigarh Press Club on Friday. (Keshav Singh/HT) (From left) Lt Gen Harwant Singh (retd) with Lt Gen Bhopinder Singh (retd) and Admiral Sunil Lanba (retd) during the launch of his book ‘Lest We Forget’ at Chandigarh Press Club on Friday. (Keshav Singh/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/-From-left--Lt-Gen-Harwant-Singh--retd--with-Lt-Ge_1719588181878.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:53 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Dist admn issues slew of orders to regulate Lucknow traffic
Divisional commissioner Dr Roshan Jacob instructed the additional municipal commissioner to identify the haphazardly parked carts at intersections and relocate them to vending zones
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Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:45 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Chandigarh MC chief reviews preparedness for Swachh Survekshan 2024
During the meeting, the indicators for Swachh Survekshan-2024 were discussed in detail, including parameters, the scheme of marking, and the roles and responsibilities of the departments and wings concerned
![This year’s Swachh Survekshan theme is “RRR – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”, highlighting the importance of sustainable waste management practices. (HT) This year’s Swachh Survekshan theme is “RRR – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”, highlighting the importance of sustainable waste management practices. (HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/This-year-s-Swachh-Survekshan-theme-is--RRR---Redu_1719587281433.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:38 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
Mohali: Protesting sanitation workers dump waste outside MC office
Accusing the authorities of politicising the issue and harassing residents, the workers dumped garbage in front of the office while raising slogans against the Punjab government, mayor and municipal commissioner
![The sanitation workers raised slogans against the Punjab government, Mohali mayor and municipal commissioner. (HT Photo) The sanitation workers raised slogans against the Punjab government, Mohali mayor and municipal commissioner. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/The-sanitation-workers-raised-slogans-against-the-_1719586801677.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:30 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Mohali
UP hosp ranked first in country; health facilities in state awarded
NAQS certificates were awarded to Veerangana Avantibai (women’s) Hospital, community health centre in Sangramgarh in Pratapgarh district and Ayushman Arogya Mandir in Bhoor, Amroha
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 08:07 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Chandigarh: 90 entry-level seats reserved for EWS candidates allotted
Chandigarh school education director Harsuhinderpal Singh Brar said the education department will not hold further rounds of allotment
![At the pre-primary level-1, 89 seats had remained vacant, out of which 84 seats were allotted on Friday. At pre-primary level 2, six seats were vacant and all six were allotted. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) At the pre-primary level-1, 89 seats had remained vacant, out of which 84 seats were allotted on Friday. At pre-primary level 2, six seats were vacant and all six were allotted. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/At-the-pre-primary-level-1--89-seats-had-remained-_1719585240696.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:04 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Chandigarh
KGMU doctors save man who fell onto iron rod
The trauma surgery team and the anesthesia team, managed the patient. The foreign body was removed, and the wound was repaired.
![The KGMU campus in Lucknow (HT File Photo) The KGMU campus in Lucknow (HT File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/The-KGMU-campus-in-Lucknow--HT-File-Photo-_1719585060663.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 08:01 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Combating environmental pollution: UP to set up bioplastic park at a cost of ₹2,000 crore
UP government to establish a ₹2,000 crore bioplastic park in Kumbhi village to combat pollution, create jobs, and promote sustainable plastic use.
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 07:55 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Year on, health minister reaffirms same old promises
Punjab Health Minister promises to develop Ludhiana hospital, reopen ICU, recruit more staff. Criticizes Centre's treatment of Kejriwal, Yediyurappa, and NEET cancellation.
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 07:05 PM IST
, Ludhiana
Rakshit SharmaHemant Soren walks out of jail
The Jharkhand high court turned down the request of ED to stay the bail order for 24 hours while granting bail to the former chief minister
![Former Jharkhand chief minister and JMM leader Hemant Soren waves after being released from Birsa Munda Jail on Friday. (PTI Photo) Former Jharkhand chief minister and JMM leader Hemant Soren waves after being released from Birsa Munda Jail on Friday. (PTI Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Former-Jharkhand-chief-minister-and-JMM-leader-Hem_1719578639233.jpg)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 06:14 PM IST
Maharashtra Budget: Farmer, woman, youth; Pawar picks populism ahead of polls
The budget's unveiling comes at a critical time for the ruling Mahayuti alliance, which secured only 17 out of 48 Lok Sabha seats in recent polls
![Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and Deepak Kerserkar before presenting the budget at Vidhan Bhavan on Tuesday. (Anshuman Poyrekar/ Hindustan Times) Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and Deepak Kerserkar before presenting the budget at Vidhan Bhavan on Tuesday. (Anshuman Poyrekar/ Hindustan Times)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/DyCM-Ajit-Pawar-and-Deepak-Kerserkar-pay-respect-t_1709062592592_1719575551439.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 05:24 PM IST
Maharashtra govt reduces VAT on petrol, diesel in Mumbai region. Check new price
The government said that it is reducing VAT on diesel from 24% to 21% and from 26% to 25% on Petrol for Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
![A worker holds a nozzle to pump petrol into a vehicle at a fuel station in Mumbai.(Reuters/File) A worker holds a nozzle to pump petrol into a vehicle at a fuel station in Mumbai.(Reuters/File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/petrol_price_1719570417449_1719570417647.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 05:08 PM IST
Nitish Kumar leaves for Delhi to attend JD-U’s national executive meet on Saturday
The party’s old demand from the Centre for a special category status to Bihar may come up in the meeting, according to party sources
![Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar. (PTI Photo) Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar. (PTI Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Bihar-chief-minister-Nitish-Kumar---PTI-Photo-_1719573777983.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 04:53 PM IST
Police bust two drug cartels backed by Pakistan-based smugglers, 3 held
Punjab DGP says police teams acted on intel inputs and caught two drug smugglers from Rajasansi area and one from Ranjit Avenue in Amritsar
![Punjab Police on Friday busted two cross-border drug smuggling cartels being operated by Pakistan-based smugglers, arrested three traffickers, and recovered a total of 9.2kg of heroin from them. (Representational photo) Punjab Police on Friday busted two cross-border drug smuggling cartels being operated by Pakistan-based smugglers, arrested three traffickers, and recovered a total of 9.2kg of heroin from them. (Representational photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Punjab-Police-on-Friday-busted-two-cross-border-dr_1719573537998.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 04:49 PM IST
V-C file with govt, communication gap: Himachal CM after governor’s objection
Says governor Shiv Pratap Shukla had expressed displeasure over absence of people holding constitutional posts, including the Shimla mayor, at official function on Yoga Day.
![Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu calling on governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Raj Bhavan in Shimla on Friday. (HT Photo) Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu calling on governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Raj Bhavan in Shimla on Friday. (HT Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/Himachal-Pradesh-chief-minister-Sukhvinder-Singh-S_1719572577839.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 04:33 PM IST
No loud noise, chaos when iron rods fell on cars: Eyewitnesses at Delhi airport
No loud noise, chaos when iron rods fell on cars: Eyewitnesses at Delhi airport
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 04:20 PM IST
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Rain triggers flashfloods in rivulets in Shimla, vehicles stuck in debris
No casualty but water supply to Shimla town affected due the flooding of Churat Nullah and Chamyana rivulet after heavy rain overnight, IMD issues orange alert
![People trying to retrieve their vehicles buried in debris on Friday after flashfloods triggered a landslide following heavy overnight rain at Malyana near Shimla. (Deepak Sansta/HT) People trying to retrieve their vehicles buried in debris on Friday after flashfloods triggered a landslide following heavy overnight rain at Malyana near Shimla. (Deepak Sansta/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/150x84/People-trying-to-retrieve-their-vehicles-buried-in_1719570777972.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 04:03 PM IST
Vijay slams MK Stalin govt over drug menace in Tamil Nadu: ‘Even I am scared’
Vijay says it is the state government's responsibility to protect the young generation from drug abuse and they have failed to do so.
![Vijay urged the students to take an oath in saying no to drugs and to temporary pleasure. Vijay urged the students to take an oath in saying no to drugs and to temporary pleasure.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/Thalapathy_Vijay_1710215984859_1719557469331.jpg)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 03:41 PM IST
Bihar: Bike-borne assailants open fire at patrolling police, 1 constable injured
Superintendent of police Vineet Kumar said that a case of attempt to murder has been registered against unidentified criminals
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Updated on Jun 28, 2024 03:20 PM IST
Mumbai cops jump into sea during high tide to save drowning woman. Watch
Mumbai Police shared a video of how two cops rescued a drowning woman. They added that the woman is now in stable condition.
![The image shows cops in Mumbai bringing the drowning woman to safety with the help of bystanders. (X/@MumbaiPolice) The image shows cops in Mumbai bringing the drowning woman to safety with the help of bystanders. (X/@MumbaiPolice)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/X_Video_Viral_Mumbai_Police_Sea_Drowning_Woman_1719565246062_1719565257368.png)
Published on Jun 28, 2024 03:18 PM IST
Video: Passengers rescued from bus trapped in waterlogged Delhi underpass
Delhi experienced incessant rainfall in the early hours of Friday, resulting in significant waterlogging in several areas of the city.
![A video shared by news agency ANI showed the passengers being rescued from the bus on Friday.(ANI) A video shared by news agency ANI showed the passengers being rescued from the bus on Friday.(ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/28/148x111/Screenshot_2024-06-28_134454_1719562501061_1719562514029.png)
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 03:01 PM IST