Hindustan Times Lucknow - February 13, 2025
Hindustan Times Lucknow - February 13, 2025
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February 13, 2025
Students' safety paramount, action soon against institutes flouting norms: DM
A day after HT published a report of 17 prominent coaching institutes flouting fire safety norms at their Aliganj centres despite warnings, Lucknow district magistrate Vishak G said definite action would be taken against such institutes.
1 min
New schedules in the works, airlines jostle for prime slots
From March 1, runway to stay shut from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for over 4 months; 60-70% of flights may operate during night hours
1 min
Court orders survey of illegal buildings in Lko
The HC criticised profit-driven builders and officials for failing to perform their duties and suggested that they should compensate affected buyers.
1 min
Spiritually Fulfilled, Kalpvasis Return Home as Month of Austerity Ends
Prem Kumar Jha and his wife Gauri Devi from Borghat, a hamlet in Bihar's Madhubani, completed their month-long stay on the banks of the Sangam on Wednesday.
2 mins
CM Yogi Monitors Snan Bandobast, Issues Real-Time Instructions
Chief minister Yogi Adityanath convened a meeting in the war room at his official residence, 5 Kalidas Marg, in the early hours of Wednesday to closely monitor arrangements in Prayagraj on the occasion of the Magh Purnima Snan Parv.
1 min
Ravidas Touched Pinnacle of Success Through Karma: CM
The CM Stressed That Teachings of Ravidas Focused on Spiritual Purity and Dedication to Work
1 min
A fearless sadhu who spoke his mind
Chief priest of Ayodhya's Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Acharya Satyendra Das, 87, passed away at the Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) in Lucknow on Wednesday, said a press statement issued by the institute.
2 mins
250 Japanese Firms to Explore Investment Opportunities in UP
Deputy governor of Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture, Ko Osada on Wednesday said 250 CEOs from Japan will visit Uttar Pradesh to explore investment opportunities in the state.
1 min
Yogi Flays Oppn For Misleading People On Mahakumbh
The count of devotees bathing at Sangam will cross 50 crore by Thursday, says CM
2 mins
BJP's list of new district chiefs ready
Though the party has 98 organisational districts, the list to be announced may have only 75-80 names
1 min
Rape survivors have right to say 'no' to motherhood: HC
When stepping out this Valentine's Day don't just click photos, but also get an opportunity to flaunt your style on the ramp at a duo fashion show that will be organised as part of the 'Dil Ki Baat Dil Se' initiative of Hindustan Times at Saharaganj Mall on Friday.
2 mins
LDA to develop marriage lawn at Gomti Riverfront
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) will develop a marriage lawn on a 2-acre site near the 1090 intersection at Gomti Riverfront. The venue will host weddings and events.
1 min
Male tiger carcass found in Sitapur
The carcass of a male tiger was found in the forest area of the Machreta block, under the Madhwapur forest block, in Sitapur district, on Tuesday evening.
1 min
Vikas Nagar Road Cave-In: Repair of Sewer Line Completed
Major repair work of the road cave-in in front of Punjab National Bank in Vikas Nagar has been completed by a private company associated with Jal Nigam.
1 min
SC rejects Indrani's travel plea over risk of absconding
The Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected a request from former media executive Indrani Mukherjea to travel abroad, expressing concern that she might not return to face trial for the alleged murder of her 25-year-old daughter, Sheena Bora, in 2012.
1 min
Boost to defence ties: India offers rocket launcher
INDIA AND FRANCE WELCOME THE ONGOING TALKS ON MISSILES, HELICOPTER AND JET ENGINES
2 mins
HC calls AI 'a dangerous tool'
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a dangerous tool in anybody's hand, the Delhi high court remarked on Wednesday as it ordered the Union government to respond to a petition demanding a ban on DeepSeek, an AI chatbot developed by Chinese entities, in India.
1 min
Advisory Urges Shunning Stunts, Fireworks on Shab-e-Barat
Guidelines have been issued to ensure that the festival of Shab-e-Barat, celebrated on February 13 evening, passes off peacefully.
1 min
Maya expels nephew Akash's father-in-law for 'anti-party' activities
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Wednesday announced the expulsion of Ashok Siddharth, father-in-law of her nephew Akash Anand, from the party on charges of engaging in \"anti-party activities\".
2 mins
Actor's Remark on Wishing for a Grandson Draws Flak
Telugu actor Chiranjeevi's remarks about his wish for a grandson to continue his legacy triggered a row on Wednesday, with the opposition YSR Congress Party in Andhra Pradesh criticising him for his \"medieval\" thoughts.
1 min
RLD Celebrates 86th Birth Anniversary of Ajit Singh
The Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) celebrated the 86th birth anniversary of its former national president, Chaudhary Ajit Singh, as Sankalp Diwas across the state.
1 min
5 Kerala nursing students held for brutal ragging
THE COMPLAINT ALSO STATED THAT SENIOR STUDENTS REGULARLY EXTORTED MONEY FROM JUNIORS TO BUY ALCOHOL AND ASSAULTED THEM
1 min
Pradeep Sharma seeks Param Bir's statements
Former encounter specialist Pradeep Sharma has moved a special National Investigation Agency court, urging it to direct the agency to submit the statements of former Mumbai police commissioner Param Bir Singh and former ACP Avinash Dharmadhikari in connection with the 2021 murder case of Thane trader Mansukh Hiran.
1 min
SC Quashes the Appointment of Homoeopathy Body Chairman
Public appointments made contrary to the eligibility requirements amounts to a fraud on the public, the Supreme Court held on Wednesday as it set aside the appointment of chairman of National Commission for Homoeopathy.
1 min
Simple language, 'tax year' idea in I-T bill set to be tabled today
Key aspects of the Bill
4 mins
Pawar's praise for Shinde irks Sena (UBT)
The Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena (UBT) on Wednesday expressed strong disapproval of its ally and NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar felicitating rival Shiv Sena chief and Maharashtra deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde during an event in Delhi on Tuesday.
2 mins
Centre, Uttarakhand defend UCC and prohibition of close-relative marriages
The Uttarakhand high court on Wednesday issued notices to the Union and state governments, seeking their responses within six weeks on a petition challenging various provisions of Uniform Civil Code, which was implemented in the Himalayan state on January 27.
1 min
Day temps above normal in many parts, says IMD
Daytime temperatures have been above normal by 3 to 6 degree C in several parts of northwest, central and east India over the past two days, data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) showed on Wednesday.
1 min
Are freebies creating a class of parasites: SC
The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday strongly criticised the practice of political parties announcing \"freebies\" before elections, warning that such measures might discourage people from working and contributing to the nation's development, while creating a class of \"parasites\".
3 mins
Focus on boost to infra, agri as Bengal tables ₹3.89L-cr budget
West Bengal finance minister Chandrima Bhattacharya on Wednesday presented a ₹3.89-lakh crore state budget for 2025-26, unveiling a series of infrastructure and agricultural development projects, allocating significant funds for rural connectivity, river erosion control, and agrarian support initiatives.
2 mins
SC Relaxes Conditions Set Over Height of School Buildings
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ended the stipulation that nursery and elementary schools in the country must be of a maximum height of up to two floors in view of the 2016 building bye-laws approved by the Centre permitting construction beyond this height.
1 min
SC Rap for Bombay HC Over Misogynistic Labels Used in Alimony Case Order
SC Held That Such Terms Violate Women's Fundamental Rights and Are Deeply Inappropriate
2 mins
Manipur flux continues, Oppn eyes legal options
AROUND 250 PEOPLE HAVE DIED IN CLASHES THAT BEGAN BETWEEN THE MEITEI AND THE KUKI COMMUNITIES BUT HAVE SINCE ENGULFED THE ENTIRE STATE.
3 mins
No defence for failing the forces
A comprehensive audit of defence PSUs would help to understand the reasons for delay in production and to fix accountability
2 mins
High court's marital rape exceptionalism
Under Indian laws, if a person commits actions that result in the death of another person, they are liable to be punished for a minimum of five years in jail and a maximum of life imprisonment.
1 min
For gig workers, e-Shram registration is just the start
In a major development for platform workers amid the discussions on the 2025 Union Budget, four major aggregators – Urban Company, Zomato, Blinkit and Uncle Delivery – have registered their workers on the e-Shram portal, joining an initiative of the ministry of labour and employment to register themselves and their gig employees.
3 mins
AI Can Reinstate India at the Intellectual Summit
By combining the wisdom of ancient texts with cutting-edge AI, India could unlock breakthroughs in philosophy, science, and medicine
3 mins
India-US partnership in a post-liberal world
American politics is undergoing a radical transformation.
4 mins
$1.8tn budget deficit: Musk says US will go 'bankrupt' without cuts
Tech billionaire Elon Musk, who has been tapped by President Donald Trump to lead federal cost-cutting efforts, said on Tuesday that the US would go \"bankrupt\" without budget cuts.
1 min
Paul Kapur Likely to Get Trump's Nod for Crucial South Asia Job
S Paul Kapur, an expert on India-Pakistan security and nuclear issues, is likely to be the assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, the top job for the region in America's diplomatic arm, people familiar with the development said.
1 min
Mediators Push to Salvage Gaza Deal
Hamas said on Wednesday it would not bow down to threats from Israel and the United States, which demanded the militant group release hostages this weekend or face a return to war in Gaza.
1 min
Serious rights violations during B'desh protests
The brutal response was a calculated strategy by the former government to hold onto power in the face of mass opposition. VOLKER TURK, UN rights chief
2 mins
Trade war looms as Trump readies reciprocal tariffs
Donald Trump's trade advisers were finalising plans on Wednesday for the reciprocal tariffs the US president has vowed to impose on every country that charges duties on US imports, ratcheting up fears of a widening global trade war and threatening to add to already-sticky US inflation.
1 min
Trump Says Negotiations to End Ukraine War Will Begin
US Prez first spoke to Putin and agreed to begin talks to end war before speaking with Zelensky for an hour
2 mins
Ashok Leyland Beats Q3 Profit View on Higher Exports
India's Ashok Leyland reported a bigger-than-expected third-quarter profit on Wednesday as a rise in exports more than offset sluggish domestic demand for its trucks and buses.
1 min
India gas demand to rise by 2030, doubling LNG imports
INDIA'S NATURAL GAS DEMAND ROSE MORE THAN 10% IN THE PAST TWO YEARS
1 min
India Expects to Have 'Bumper' Sugar Crop, May Allow Exports Next Season
India expects to have enough sugar for export next season as favorable weather conditions help farmers boost acreage, according to a government official.
1 min
MF Investors Pivot to Safety of Largecap Stocks Amid Market Slide
Investors in Indian mutual funds pivoted towards the safety of largecap stocks and gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in January as markets turned volatile, data released on Wednesday showed.
1 min
ONGC-NTPC Joint Venture Powers Up With Ayana Deal
ONGC NTPC Green Pvt. Ltd (ONGPL) has inked a deal to buy National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Ltd (NIIF)-backed Ayana Renewable Power Pvt. Ltd for an equity value of ₹6,600 crore, two people aware of the development said.
1 min
India May Pause Ecomm Policy on Trump's Return
India's proposed comprehensive e-commerce policy that has drawn strong interest from global entities such as Amazon and Walmart may be put on the back-burner, two people aware of the matter said, as countries pause and reassess priorities in the wake of an eventful regime change in the US.
2 mins
Jan Inflation Eases to Five-Month Low of 4.3%
Industrial growth continues to be weak amid concerns of a cyclical slowdown
2 mins
India Counts Gains in Their Clean Sweep Versus England
Shubman's hundred powers India to a 142-run win in the third and final ODI at Ahmedabad
3 mins
Strac withdraws, Smith to lead Oz
Steve Smith-led Australia will be without their frontline pace attack at the Champions Trophy after fast bowler Mitchell Starc withdrew from the tournament citing personal reasons.
1 min
Healy-less Warriorz eye top spot after poor show in 2024
UP Warriorz find themselves at a critical stage as they prepare for their third appearance in the Women's Premier League (WPL).
1 min
Bumrah's absence leaves Shami to step up on return
They waited as far as possible to see if they could bring a fit-again Jasprit Bumrah back on the park. But once medical experts sounded a note of caution, it was decided that it wasn't worth risking the career of India's biggest bowling weapon in the Champions Trophy.
2 mins
Torrent Buys 67% of Gujarat Titans
Healthcare and energy conglomerate Torrent Group on Wednesday announced acquisition of a majority stake in IPL franchisee Gujarat Titans for an undisclosed sum, marking the Ahmedabad-based firm's foray into the sports sector.
1 min
Kerala Enter Ranji Trophy Semi-finals
Kerala produced a doughty batting effort to hang on to a draw against Jammu and Kashmir, and progressed to the Ranji Trophy semi-finals on the back of a slender 1-run first innings lead here on Wednesday.
1 min
Kiss and don't tell: Shop for smudge-proof lipsticks
Whether it's sound-healing therapies or relaxing hot stone treatments, let wellness be your love letter on Valentine's Day—sealed with the warmth of self-acceptance
1 min
'Sam was there when I needed him the most'
Here's how to celebrate the day with the gals
1 min
What's The Deal With Block Bookings?
The terms 'block bookings' and 'corporate bookings' have created a lot of buzz recently. It began when trade analyst Komal Nahta accused the makers of actors Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya's recent film Sky Force of resorting to booking out theatres in order to paint a rosy picture in the film's box-office report.
2 mins
Scared Ram might have another girl: Chiranjeevi draws ire for misogynistic comments
Actor Chiranjeevi sparked controversy after expressing his disappointment over not having a grandson during a film launch event in Hyderabad on Tuesday.
1 min
Every day should be V-Day, say Sunny and Daniel
After 16 years together and 13 years of being married, actor Sunny Leone and producer Daniel Weber are still very much in love.
1 min
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