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]Maha Kumbh stampede: Probe hints towards 'conspiracy', BJP MP tells Parliament
At least 30 people lost their lives and 60 were injured in a pre-dawn stampede at Sangam area in Prayagraj on January 29.
![BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad in the Lok Sabha (left) and belongings of those who were trapped in the stampede at Mahakumbh.(Sansad TV & Deepak Gupta/HT) BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad in the Lok Sabha (left) and belongings of those who were trapped in the stampede at Mahakumbh.(Sansad TV & Deepak Gupta/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Maha_Kumbh_stampede_1738576431860_1738576438875.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:18 PM IST
Bus driver told me 'bowl fifth-stump line to Kohli and he'll get out': Sangwan
In a free-wheeling chat with Hindustan Times, Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan opens up on dismissing Virat Kohli and how his life has changed ever since.
![In a free-wheeling chat with Hindustan Times, Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan opens up on dismissing Virat Kohli and how his life has changed ever since. (PTI Photo) (PTI01_31_2025_000131B)(PTI) In a free-wheeling chat with Hindustan Times, Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan opens up on dismissing Virat Kohli and how his life has changed ever since. (PTI Photo) (PTI01_31_2025_000131B)(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/PTI01-31-2025-000131B-0_1738578882216_1738578896378.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:15 PM IST
Step inside Virat Kohli's beautiful and charming new restaurant in Indore
Virat Kohli's newest restaurant offers a calm and serene atmosphere. The cricketer's Indore restaurant is spread across two floors.
![Architectural Digest India has shared photos of Virat Kohli's newest restaurant in Indore. (Pic on right courtesy: Architectural Digest India) Architectural Digest India has shared photos of Virat Kohli's newest restaurant in Indore. (Pic on right courtesy: Architectural Digest India)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Virat_Kohli_restaurant_pics_new_indore_1738577090168_1738577090421.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:15 PM IST
HT Lifestyle Desk | Edited by Sanya Panwar
Namrata Shirodkar, Sitara Ghattamaneni attend Ed Sheeran's concert in Hyderabad
Directors Sukumar and Vamshi Paidipally's daughters also accompanied Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara Ghattamaneni to the Ed Sheeran concert.
![Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara Ghattamaneni with Aadya and Sukriti. Namrata Shirodkar and Sitara Ghattamaneni with Aadya and Sukriti.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Ed_Sheeran_concert_Namrata_Sitara_1738576373914_1738576392856.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:11 PM IST
Akshay-Ananya's Shankaran Nair biopic retitled to Kesari 2: Details inside
It's the era of franchises and the Akshay Kumar-led Shankaran Nair biopic appears to be cashing in on the same. So what's the deal with Kesari 2?
![Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday's Shankara rebranded to Kesari 2(Photos: X, Instagram/ananyapanday) Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday's Shankara rebranded to Kesari 2(Photos: X, Instagram/ananyapanday)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Kesari_2_with_Akshay_Kumar_and_Ananya_Panday_1738577972957_1738577973160.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:09 PM IST
Will Musk-Trump's plan to dismantle USAID put people across world ‘at risk’?
As Elon Musk has revealed the plans to eliminate the US foreign aid organisation USAID, here's how this move will impact the people across the world.
![Musk even accused the USAID of being a “criminal organization”, while Trump claimed that it was “run by radical lunatics”.(AFP) Musk even accused the USAID of being a “criminal organization”, while Trump claimed that it was “run by radical lunatics”.(AFP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/FILES-US-POLITICS-APPOINTMENT-EFFICIENCY-0_1731562163949_1738578891411.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:08 PM IST
Indian billionaire dines with British royal family member in Mumbai, shares pics
Niranjan Hiranandani shared photos from a dinner honoring Prince Edward during his visit to India.
![Prince Edward, the youngest brother of King Charles III, arrived in Mumbai on Sunday as a part of his three-day India visit(Instagram/n_hiranandani) Prince Edward, the youngest brother of King Charles III, arrived in Mumbai on Sunday as a part of his three-day India visit(Instagram/n_hiranandani)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/prince_1738578722384_1738578742021.png)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:07 PM IST
Problematics | Dinner with Oscar non-winners
Here’s an Einstein puzzle that celebrates Alfred Hitchcock, Charlie Chaplin, Marilyn Monroe among 15 legends who never won an Oscar during their lifetimes.
![Welcome to Problematics! (Shutterstock) Welcome to Problematics! (Shutterstock)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Problematics_1682329800164_1738578378113.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:05 PM IST
Man single-handedly pulls out massive python from canal in spine-chilling video
A man calmly pulled a massive python from a canal, dodging its strikes. The viral video gained 36 million views.
![A man calmly removed a massive python from a canal, expertly avoiding its strikes.(Instagram/vishalsnakesaver) A man calmly removed a massive python from a canal, expertly avoiding its strikes.(Instagram/vishalsnakesaver)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/BeFunky-collagesssssssaassssssssssssssssssss_1738578542628_1738578551367.png)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:03 PM IST
World Championship of Legends T20 League to be played across four venues in UK
The World Championship of Legends (WCL) T20 League has returned with an even bigger and more exciting second season.
![The World Championship of Legends (WCL) T20 League has returned with an even bigger and more exciting second season. The World Championship of Legends (WCL) T20 League has returned with an even bigger and more exciting second season.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/AB_de_Villiers_1709738710087_1738578727022.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:02 PM IST
ANI |
Gear up for summer! Up to 50% off at Amazon pre-summer bonanza sale
Enjoy up to 50% off on home and kitchen appliances, including ACs, refrigerators, microwaves, washing machines, and more at the Amazon Sale!
![Big savings on home essentials! Grab up to 50% off on ACs, fridges, microwaves, and more at Amazon’s Pre-Summer Bonanza. Big savings on home essentials! Grab up to 50% off on ACs, fridges, microwaves, and more at Amazon’s Pre-Summer Bonanza.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/summer_sale_1738563441140_1738563445487.png)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 04:00 PM IST
HT This Day: February 4, 1959 -- President inaugurates Rourkela steel plant
Dr Rajendra Prasad paid hand some tribute to the great contribution of the German government and industry in constructing the big plant
![HT This Day: February 4, 1959 -- President inaugurates Rourkela steel plant (HT) HT This Day: February 4, 1959 -- President inaugurates Rourkela steel plant (HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/150x84/HT-This-Day--February-4--1959----President-inaugur_1738578469018.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:57 PM IST
Maha Kumbh: Over 12.5 million devotees participate in final snan on Basant Panch
Over 12.5 million devotees participated in the final Shahi Snan of Mahakumbh at Prayagraj, coinciding with Basant Panchami
![A devotee takes a holy dip on the occasion of 'Basant Panchami' during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, in Prayagraj
(PTI/Gurinder Osan) A devotee takes a holy dip on the occasion of 'Basant Panchami' during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, in Prayagraj
(PTI/Gurinder Osan)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/PTI02-03-2025-000210A-0_1738577712255_1738577744054.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:56 PM IST
ANI |
India’s working community in Saudi Arabia grew by 200,000 in 2023-24
The nearly 10% increase in the number of workers in the last fiscal has taken the strength of the Indian community in Saudi Arabia to 2.65 million.
![A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (REUTERS FILE) A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (REUTERS FILE)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/150x84/A-view-of-Riyadh--Saudi-Arabia---REUTERS-FILE-_1738578288591.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:54 PM IST
PM Modi criticises AAP for prioritising image over students' futures in Delhi
PM Modi criticized AAP for prioritizing its image over student futures, claiming only top-performing students are allowed to progress.
![Prime Minister Narendra Modi harshly criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) administration during a Monday meeting with students in the nation's capital, charging it with putting its reputation ahead of the students' future.(Hindustan times/Sanjeev Verma) Prime Minister Narendra Modi harshly criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) administration during a Monday meeting with students in the nation's capital, charging it with putting its reputation ahead of the students' future.(Hindustan times/Sanjeev Verma)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Narendra-Modi-37_1738409921411_1738577104203.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:54 PM IST
ANI |
Taylor Swift cheers on fellow nominees, 'Shaking off’ no wins at 2025 Grammys
Despite no wins, Taylor Swift was all smiles at the 2025 Grammys, celebrating fellow artists and enjoying the night with infectious joy and positivity.
![Though the night was a star-studded occasion with Taylor nominated for six prestigious awards, including Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, and Record of the Year, she was the picture of grace and positivity, even as the accolades were claimed by others Though the night was a star-studded occasion with Taylor nominated for six prestigious awards, including Album of the Year, Best Pop Vocal Album, and Record of the Year, she was the picture of grace and positivity, even as the accolades were claimed by others](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/taylor_swift_AP_1738577373884_1738577388718.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:53 PM IST
Mahindra Lifespaces wins redevelopment deal worth ₹950 crore in Mumbai
Mahindra Lifespaces to redevelop three housing complexes in Mumbai’s Lokhandwala with an estimated project value of ₹950 crore
![Mumbai redevelopmemt news: Mahindra Lifespaces announced on February 3 that it has secured a 950-crore deal. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Mehul R Thakkar/HT) Mumbai redevelopmemt news: Mahindra Lifespaces announced on February 3 that it has secured a 950-crore deal. (Picture for representational purposes only)(Mehul R Thakkar/HT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/20230429_190308_1733475649464_1738578089019.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:53 PM IST
Moscow bombing targets pro-Russian leader; 1 killed, 4 injured
A bomb exploded in a luxury Moscow apartment lobby, killing one and injuring four
![Targeting a pro-Russian paramilitary leader from eastern Ukraine, a bomb exploded in the foyer of a posh apartment tower in Moscow on Monday, killing at least one person and wounding four others, according to the state news agency TASS.(AP) Targeting a pro-Russian paramilitary leader from eastern Ukraine, a bomb exploded in the foyer of a posh apartment tower in Moscow on Monday, killing at least one person and wounding four others, according to the state news agency TASS.(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/moscow_1738576446549_1738576453648.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:52 PM IST
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Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of conspiracy ahead of Delhi assembly election
Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of plotting a conspiracy to deceive voters in the Delhi Assembly elections
![Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), charged on Monday that the BJP was plotting a plot in advance of the Delhi Assembly elections.(ANI) Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), charged on Monday that the BJP was plotting a plot in advance of the Delhi Assembly elections.(ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/AAP-chief-Arvind-Kejriwal---ANI-_1738575557673_1738575562935.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:50 PM IST
ANI |
Ex-serviceman killed, wife and daughter injured in terrorist attack in Kulgam
The incident occurred in the Behibagh area, where terrorists opened fire on Manzoor Ahmad Wagay and his family.
![A joint team of police, paramilitary forces, and the Army immediately cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to locate the attackers. (File)(PTI) A joint team of police, paramilitary forces, and the Army immediately cordoned off the area and launched a search operation to locate the attackers. (File)(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/PTI10-29-2024-000076A-0_1730203407937_1738576547254.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:47 PM IST
Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer: “Literature an essential part of our freedom movement”
The Chargé d’Affaires of the Palestine embassy spoke about reputed international cultural institutions being afraid of platforming Palestinian voices.
![Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the State of Palestine in New Delhi (Courtesy the subject) Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the State of Palestine in New Delhi (Courtesy the subject)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/150x84/Abed-Elrazeg-Abu-Jazer--Charg--d-Affaires-of-the-E_1738577810665.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:41 PM IST
Switzerland 11, Austria 0: Rival powerhouses enter ski worlds with contrasting win rates
Switzerland 11, Austria 0: Rival powerhouses enter ski worlds with contrasting win rates
![HT Image HT Image](https://images.hindustantimes.com/images/app-images/2021/10/148x111.png)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:41 PM IST
AP |
How to drink smart: Your ultimate guide to low calorie cocktails and mixers
Youngsters are becoming mindful of their fitness goals and are keen to go for lighter, healthier drinking alternatives. Here's how to make that smart choice!
![These choices reflect an evolving trend in the hospitality industry These choices reflect an evolving trend in the hospitality industry](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/01/31/148x111/AdobeStock_670311854_1738327760679_1738327785124.jpeg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:39 PM IST
Did Samay Raina crack a joke about Rekha on KBC 16? Know the truth
Fans react to Samay Raina's viral joke on KBC 16, which is revealed to be manipulated footage, not from the actual episode.
![Samay Raina was among the four content creator guests on Kaun Banega Crorepati season 16. Samay Raina was among the four content creator guests on Kaun Banega Crorepati season 16.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/samay_raina_1738567088464_1738567099848.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:37 PM IST
Celebs at Grammys Awards 2025 take swipes at Trump's new policies
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards featured artists like Trevor Noah, Lady Gaga and others criticising new policies introduced by Trump.
![Celebrities at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, including Trevor Noah and Lady Gaga, voiced criticism of Trump’s administration.( (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello), REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni) Celebrities at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, including Trevor Noah and Lady Gaga, voiced criticism of Trump’s administration.( (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello), REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Trevor_and_Lady_gaa__1738576663056_1738576668442.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:36 PM IST
These brands may become costlier in Canada due to Trump's tariff war
After US President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on goods from Canada, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced 25% retaliatory tariffs
![Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses media following the imposition of a raft of tariffs by US President Donald Trump against Canada, Mexico and China in Ottawa on Feb. 1, 2025.(AP) Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addresses media following the imposition of a raft of tariffs by US President Donald Trump against Canada, Mexico and China in Ottawa on Feb. 1, 2025.(AP)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/Canada-Trudeau-US-Trump-Tariffs-0_1738469731621_1738572973202.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:35 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
'China is inside Indian territory because…': Rahul Gandhi warns Centre in LS
In a Lok Sabha speech, Rahul Gandhi warned India's dependence on Chinese goods poses a national security risk and is tied to the failure of 'Make in India.'
![Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi speaks in the House during the Budget session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Monday.(PTI) Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi speaks in the House during the Budget session of Parliament, in New Delhi on Monday.(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/PTI02-03-2025-000207A-0_1738576964906_1738576990416.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 04:10 PM IST
Musk says DOGE works 120 hours a week, thrice that of ‘bureaucratic opponents'
It has only been two weeks since Elon Musk took the role of heading DOGE. He is now trying to bring the Silicon Valley work ethic to the US government.
![SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, close ally of Trump, was picked to co-chair the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency. (Reuters/File) SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, close ally of Trump, was picked to co-chair the newly-created Department of Government Efficiency. (Reuters/File)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/default/148x111.jpg)
Updated on Feb 03, 2025 03:33 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
BY Vijayendra confident about continuing as Karnataka BJP President
His views come as a faction of BJP led by Bijapur City MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal and Gokak MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi, who are up in arms against Vijayendra.
![Karnataka BJP chief B Y Vijayendra.(File photo) Karnataka BJP chief B Y Vijayendra.(File photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/02/03/148x111/ANI-20240329213-0_1714545231149_1738576567833.jpg)
Published on Feb 03, 2025 03:33 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Anagha Deshpande