US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11
US court updates process for $166 bn in illegal duties; 21% entries accepted for refund so far
Putin calls for building nuclear-weapon-free world
United Nations: Russia, as a responsible party to and one of the depositaries of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), strictly abides by the letter and spirit of the treaty, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in an address to the 11th NPT Review Conference. We believe that amid the current complex international Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Why does EU want Google to open up Android to AI rivals?
The European Commission has shared draft measures that it wants Google to implement, in order to let AI rivals better access Androids key capabilities
EIA report highlights SMRs and microreactors for data centres, remote sites; DOE offers $900 mn funding support
A short video helps science reporting, but not Indias newsroom realities
A brief intervention, in the form of a seven-minute-long video, was found to improve journalists ability to craft accurate science headlines
Canadas Diavik mine makes stunning 158-carat diamond discovery just before shutdown
Afghan man convicted in Kabul airport bombing conspiracy
Alexandria: An alleged Islamic State group militant was convicted on Wednesday, April 29, of a conspiracy charge in a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the U.S. militarys chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. Mohammad Sharifullah faces a maximum prison sentence of 20 years after his one-count conviction in an international terrorism case Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
US Fed holds rates at 3.5-3.75% as four officials dissent amid West Asia uncertainty
FOMC flags solid growth but elevated inflation; future moves to remain data-dependent
US Federal Reserve independence at risk, warns Powell
Washington: US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has warned that the central banks independence is at risk amid what he called unprecedented legal challenges, raising concerns about its ability to set policy free from political pressure. These legal actions by the administration are unprecedented in our 113-year history, Powell said on Wednesday (local time). He Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
New Zealand court rejects appeal by Christchurch mosque shooter
The white supremacist who shot to death 51 Muslims at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand, lost an attempt to abandon his guilty pleas at the countrys Court of Appeal on Thursday. The panel of three judges dismissed Brenton Tarrants claim that harsh prison conditions prompted his involuntarily admission to the terrorism, murder and attempted Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Israeli navy intercepts Gaza-bound flotilla in Mediterranean
Israeli military forces early on Thursday, April 30, intercepted vessels travelling with the Global Sumud Flotilla in the central Mediterranean, according to organisers. The convoy, described as the largest civilian-led maritime mission to date, departed from Barcelona on April 12 to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and challenge Israels naval blockade. Also ReadIsrael extends detention Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
New York Mayor Mamdani says he would ask King Charles to return Kohinoor
New York: Affirming his anti-colonial principles, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said that he would have told visiting UK King Charles to return the Kohinoor diamond that has come to be a symbol of British loot of India. Before he was to meet the monarch on Wednesday (local time) at a ceremony to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Pentagon pegs Iran war cost at $25 billion, analysts say its understated
Experts argue the full cost could be far higher, with daily spending estimates reaching up to $2 billion and major losses in aircraft, missile systems and naval operations adding to the financial burden
US keeps Iran blockade; Trump links move to nuclear deal as oil nears $120
Oil prices have surged sharply, with Brent crude crossing $119 a barrel
USS Ford aircraft carrier will be heading home after record-breaking deployment
NMC does away with ceiling on MBBS intake
The notification also removed the limit of 100 MBBS seats per 10 lakh population in a State or a Union Territory. NMC does away with ceiling on MBBS intake
Bihar govt removes Sanjay Gandhi's name from Patna zoo, dairy technology institute
Among the other 61 decisions taken was the allocation of 23,165 crore for the 'Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayta Yojana', under which power consumers in the State get 125 units of free electricity every month
Powell to remain at Fed amid legal 'battering' by Trump administration
After my term as chair ends on May 15, I will continue to serve as a governor for a period of time to be determined, Mr. Powell told a news conference
Hail storm kills emu at Missouri zoo, cancels flights and damages hundreds of vehicles
London Marathon winners massive payday revealed as he names first purchase after historic run
Sebastian Sawes record-breaking London Marathon run has delivered a life-changing payday, with prize money and bonuses pushing his earnings toward seven figures. The Kenyan star has already outlined how he plans to use it, focusing on building a home, buying a car for his family and supporting his local community, turning sporting success into lasting impact beyond the race.
Watch: Why is King Charless visit to the U.S. significant?
King Charles III acknowledged times of great uncertainty as he expressed gratitude to the American people and marked the 250th anniversary of independence from Britain in a speech to the U.S. Congress that highlighted the bonds between the two countries at a time of political turmoil.
Congress confronts Hegseth for the first time since Iran war started
Democrats quickly pivoted to the ballooning costs of the war, the huge drawdown of critical U.S. munitions and the bombing of a school that killed children
Explained: Why the UAE is leaving OPEC after nearly 59 years
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the wider OPEC+ alliance from Friday, May 1, ending almost 59 years of membership in one of the worlds most influential oil groups. The decision, announced on Tuesday, April 28, marks one of the most significant Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Trump halts speech in awkward moment to praise Rory McIlroys Masters win at White House dinner
At a White House state dinner, Donald Trump broke from his prepared speech to publicly praise Rory McIlroys Masters triumph, creating an unscripted moment that briefly disrupted the evenings formal tone. Yet despite Trumps enthusiasm, McIlroy will skip the upcoming Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral, opting instead for rest before returning ahead of the PGA Championship.
Russian forces must withdraw from Mali: Tuareg spokesman
As a result of the largest attacks in nearly 15 years, the rebels captured the key town of Kidal in the desert north, and Defence Minister Sadio Camara, seen as the mastermind behind the junta's pivot to Russia, was killed
EPFO to launch new portal to track inoperative accounts
E-PRAAPTI will provide an Aadhaar-based authentication mechanism through which members can securely access their old EPF account that may not have a UAN linked with it, said an official
Lebanon President says Israel must fully implement truce as strikes continue
Israel must first fully implement the ceasefire in order to move on to negotiations... Israeli attacks cannot continue as they are, Mr. Aoun said in a statement shared by the Presidency.
Exit polls: DMK in TN, BJP in Assam, UDF in Kerala? | Above the Fold | 29.04.2026
From exit polls across five States, Phase 2 polling in West Bengal to the UAEs OPEC exit and Rahul Gandhis take on the Great Nicobar project - We bring you the top stories of the day.
Several agencies released exit poll projections after voting for the second phase of West Bengal Assembly elections ended on Wednesday.
The screening of The Devil Wears Prada 2 saw a who's who of Bollywood in attendance, including Tamannaah Bhatia, Karan Johar, Rhea Chakraborty, Soha Ali Khan, Huma Qureshi, Anya Singh, Shibani Akhtar, Medhaa Rana, Dino Morea, and Nikita Dutta. Let's take a look at the highlights of the event and who wore what!
Slum boy bridging the biggest divide of this decade
How Devendra Kumar once a child labourer in Delhi's most dangerous slum is now closing the digital divide for India's most marginalised students.
EU chief says Kremlin imposing 'digital Iron Curtain' on Russians
With inflation increasing and interest rates skyrocketing, the consequences of Russia's war of choice are also being paid for out of Russian people's pockets, says EU chief Ursula von der Leyen
China to ban drone sales in capital over security fears
Officials have cited public security for the new rules, which also forbid bringing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or their core components into Beijing.
Families of Canadian mass shooting victims sue OpenAI, CEO Altman in US court
Merz says relations with Trump are good despite spat over Iran
My personal relationship with the U.S. President remains good. I simply had doubts from the start about what was begun with the war in Iran. That is why I have made that clear, says German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
Mira Road stabbing: ATS probes alleged ISIS links, handwritten note surfaces
The case relates to a knife attack in which two security guards were seriously injured after being targeted over their religious identity. The accused was arrested shortly after the incident, and investigators also recovered a laptop, religious literature, and other materials.
At least seven people, including three children, were killed after a compound wall of Bowring Hospital in Bengaluru collapsed amid heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms on Wednesday evening. Rescue and treatment efforts are underway at the hospital ICU.
WB Assembly Elections 2026: BJP alleges symbol 'taped' at Diamond Harbour booths, slams TMC
West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 concluded with a high turnout of 89.99%. The BJP accused the TMC of electoral malpractice, including alleged tampering with EVM buttons in Falta, while demanding repolling in affected booths.
Anthropic doubles its estimate of what Claude Code tokens will cost engineers
Trump warns Iran better 'get smart soon' and accept nuclear deal
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth was due to testify before Congress later in the day, but US press reports suggested Trump has already decided to reject Iran's latest proposed deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Supreme Court sides with anti-abortion center raising 1st Amendment fears about state investigation
Zoo animal killed, cars damaged in Missouri hail storm
US Senate blocks bid to stop Trump using military against Cuba
Senator Tim Kaine says if anyone did to the US 'what we are doing to Cuba', it would be considered 'an act of war'. US Senate blocks bid to stop Trump using military against Cuba
University wins record freedom of speech fine challenge
A chaotic 54 Champions League thriller between PSG and Bayern has reignited debate over footballs identity, with pundits praising the relentless attacking display while critics, including Piers Morgan, dismissed it as defensively reckless. As Arsenals structured, control-heavy style under Mikel Arteta comes under comparison, the match has sharpened a wider argument over whether spectacle or discipline defines elite football success.
Iran executed 21, arrested 4,000 since West Asia war began: U.N.
The report said many detainees had been victims of forced disappearances, torture or cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment, including forced confessions
Russia says it will stay in OPEC+, hopes U.A.E. exit does not spell end of group
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov praised OPEC+ as an important organisation, especially during the current turmoil on global markets
Powell's tenure as Fed chief, bookended by Trump, draws to a close
Powell managed to skirt an economic downturn, and indeed his era as Fed chief has seen the lowest average monthly unemployment rate, at 4.6%, of his immediate predecessors
UAE exits OPEC: What is OPEC+, its members, and what does the bloc do?
In 2025, OPEC+ produced nearly 50% of the worlds oil and oil liquids, according to the International Energy Agency
Critically endangered antelopes return to Kenya from Czech zoo
Bongos, rare antelopes known for their striking stripes, have been declared critically endangered due to poaching and diseases
Another Russian oil facility burns after Zelenskyy touts Ukraines drone reach
Death toll from Indonesia train crash rises to 16, all women
Forty-four were discharged after receiving hospital treatment
US Has More Natural Gas Than It Can Use as War Chokes Global Supply
When Robots Have Their ChatGPT Moment, Remember These Pincers
From sorting chicken nuggets to screwing in light bulbs, Ekas robots are eerily lifelike. But do they have real physical smarts?
EU chief warns billions could be wasted if energy aid is not well targeted as the Iran war bites
Madagascar detains French former serviceman over alleged mutiny plot
Russia says UAE's exit from OPEC will increase global production, bring down oil prices in future
Russia is a member of the OPEC+ group of countries and has been coordinating its policies with OPEC members
University of Washington CS professor explains what's changing for young software engineers
Children among biggest victims as unexploded ordnance scars Sudans Khartoum
Khartoum: Khaled Abdulgader noticed children using an unusual object as a football and tried to stop them. He grabbed it, and it exploded in his hand. He lost two fingers, and shrapnel sliced into his chest. In a hospital for a checkup after last years blast, he tried to stay positive. I feel like, Thank Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The Seoul High Court delivered the ruling in a televised hearing
India, U.K. need to simplify their regulatory mechanisms: Londons Lady Mayor
During her maiden visit to India, Mayor Dame Susan Langley emphasised on the need for both the countries to understand each others markets more strategically
Two-time world champion sprinter sues sponsor, says their shoes ruined her career
Olympic sprinter Abby Steiner has filed a lawsuit against Puma, alleging its running shoes caused injuries that derailed her career. Once a rising star and world champion relay gold medallist, Steiner claims defective footwear led to chronic foot and ankle issues, multiple surgeries, and her eventual withdrawal from elite competition, seeking damages for lost earnings and long-term physical impact.
North Carolina labour official backs federal rule to hike H-1B wages
WASHINGTON, Apr 29: The top labour official of North Carolina has supported a federal proposal to increase the minimum wages employers will have to offer to hire foreign workers under H-1B, H-1B1 and E-3 visa programmes. North Carolina Labour Commissioner Luke Farley said American workers were being hurt by foreign visa programmes that depress wages. H-1B visas take jobs from American and North Carolina workers. Last week, I submitted official comments in support of a new rule proposed by the [] The post North Carolina labour official backs federal rule to hike H-1B wages appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Under US law, Trump faces impending deadline to end Iran war. What happens if he ignores it?
Notwithstanding its past ineffectiveness, the War Powers Resolution provides a mechanism for wary Republican lawmakers to try to bring an end to an unpopular war
The tragedy of recurring Rohingya refugee deaths
The capsizing of a fishing trawler carrying refugees draws attention to the cost of protracted displacement
UAE OPEC exit: Asian stocks gain, oil prices decline
Stocks mostly advanced in Asia on Wednesday despite losses on Wall Street, while oil prices fell after the United Arab Emirates said it would leave OPEC in a blow to the powerful oil cartel. US futures edged higher. Markets in Japan were closed for a holiday. Elsewhere in Asia, South Koreas Kospi rose 0.3 per Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Hegseth to be grilled by Congress for first time since Iran war began
Democrats are likely to pivot to the ballooning costs of the Iran war, the huge drawdown of critical U.S. munitions and the bombing of a school that killed children
Trump tells aides to prep for lengthy Hormuz blockade: reportsays
US shifts toward sustained pressure strategy as hopes for quick deal with Iran fade
Brent crude futures for June dipped 1% to $111.25 a barrel, having climbed for the previous seven sessions
Tehran labels US ship seizures piracy in formal protest to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres
Irans diplomat in a letter to Guterres warned that such interceptions pose a direct threat to global merchant shipping
West Bengal elections 2026: BJP booth agent alleges attack in Nadia district, blames TMC workers
In Howrah, an EVM glitch triggered clashes, leading to detentions by CRPF. Voting is being held across 142 constituencies with heavy security and over 3.2 crore eligible voters.
Tropical forest loss eases after record year: researchers
The world lost 4.3 million hectares (10.6 million acres) of tropical primary rainforest last year down 36% from 2024, said researchers from the World Resources Institute (WRI) and the University of Maryland
U.S. Senate blocks bid to prevent Trump from military action against Cuba
If anyone were doing to the United States what we are doing to Cuba, we would definitely regard it as an act of war, Democratic Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia, said in a Senate speech before the vote
Inside Ukraine's drive to defeat the dreaded Shahed drone
Sensex, Nifty gain in early trade despite geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices
Mumbai: Domestic equity markets traded higher on Wednesday, April 29, despite a rise in crude oil prices and reports that the United States may extend its blockade of Iranian ports. Sensex traded 0.52 per cent, or 400 points, higher at 77,289.55, hitting an intraday high in early trade, while Nifty rose 0.53 per cent, or Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rajnath meets Chinese counterpart in Bishkek; talks on LAC, West Asia
New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun in Bishkek to discuss maintaining peace and tranquillity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and broader regional security concerns including the West Asia crisis. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers conclave on Tuesday, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
UAE exit blindsides OPEC and threatens to shake its grip on oil
The exit of the OPECs third largest producer will dent the organisations market power and undermine its credibility, says an analyst
Sri Lanka mass grave excavation in Chemmani to resume under diplomatic presence
A Sri Lankan court has ordered the resumption of excavation at a mass grave in Chemmani, halted for seven months due to funding issues. LKR 2.1 million has been allocated, allowing work to restart. Diplomatic representatives will observe the site where 240 skeletal remains and children's items were previously found.
White House drafts guidance to bypass Anthropic's risk flag for new AI models: Report
This development comes as Anthropic faced a fallout with the Pentagon earlier in the year after the startup refused to remove guardrails against using its AI for autonomous weapons or domestic surveillance
In tariff refund process, US says 15% of entries denied so far
The scramble for refunds started immediately after the Supreme Court ruled Feb. 20 that President Donald Trump unlawfully used the IEEPA, to impose tariffs on goods entering the country
Amazon set to sell OpenAI tech after Microsoft cedes exclusivity
Some of OpenAIs latest models will be available to preview on AWS starting Tuesday, followed by its most powerful GPT models in the coming weeks, said the CEO of the Amazon Web Services cloud unit
U.S. imposes sanctions on 35 individuals, entities for aiding Iran's sanctions evasions
The designations were intended to expose and disrupt the mechanisms used by Tehran to receive payment for oil and other commodities and reduce its revenue, Treasury said
U.S., allies release joint statement supporting Panama's sovereignty
They said recent actions by China are an attempt to politicize maritime trade and infringe on the sovereignty of nations in the hemisphere
Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon
During a White House state dinner, President Trump stated that King Charles agrees with him that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons. Trump also claimed military success against an unnamed opponent in the Middle East. The King's remarks did not address Iran or the conflict, and the British Embassy referred inquiries to Buckingham Palace.
FCC orders early review of ABCs broadcast licence after Jimmy Kimmel row
Washington: The US Federal Communications Commission has ordered an early review of American Broadcasting Companys (ABC) local station broadcast licences, after US President Donald Trump called for the firing of the networks late-night host, Jimmy Kimmel. The early review of broadcast licences is considered an extraordinary move against the network whose programming has often angered Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Trump says King Charles agrees Iran cannot obtain nuclear bomb
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, April 29, that King Charles III agrees Iran cannot obtain a nuclear bomb, making the remarks during the British monarchs state visit to the United States, according to Reuters. The developments come on the 61st day of the US-Israeli war on Iran and the 22nd day of the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Senate rejects attempt to end Trumps blockade of Cuba
Washington: Senate Republicans rejected legislation from Democrats on Tuesday that would have required President Donald Trump to end the US energy blockade on Cuba unless he receives approval from Congress. The vote on the war powers resolution showed how Republicans continue to stand behind Trump as he acts unilaterally to exert American force in a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins
Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals or creatures unless it is absolutely and unambiguously relevant, reads OpenAIs coding agent instructions.
U.S. Marines board merchant ship in Arabian Sea suspected to be headed to Iran
CENTCOM said U.S. forces released the vessel after conducting a search and confirming the ship's voyage would not include an Iranian port call
NASA's Artemis II moonship returns home to its launch site after historic voyage
