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European Union nears finish line on U.S. tariff deal

The biggest political forces in the Parliament including the largest, the conservative European People's Party, have all made it clear they will endorse the agreement

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:13 pm

What is the B-52 bomber that crashed at a U.S. air base in California?

The B-52 bomber, capable of carrying a wide range of weapons including bombs and cruise missiles, has a wingspan of about 185 feet and a length of 159 feet

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:13 pm

Tesla presented misleading Full Self-Driving safety data to European regulators

Regulators in other European countries have been inundated by drivers citing Teslas safety statistics and urging swift approval of FSD, emails showed

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:08 pm

Strait of Hormuz transit will take weeks to resume, largest tanker operator tells sources

Mitsui O.S.K., one of Japans big three shipping firms, has a fleet of more than 900 vessels, including bulk carriers, tankers and ferries

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:52 am

China, Myanmar pursue deeper ties as leaders hold talks in Beijing

Beijing held a state welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People on June 17 where the two Presidents witnessed the signing of cooperation documents

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:45 am

Smriti Mandhana only Indian among TIME magazine's 100 most influential sportspersons

The list, headlined by American basketball legend LeBron James, includes superstars from the world of sports such as football icon Lionel Messi, Chinese-American skier Eileen Gu, tennis star Carlos Alcaraz, basketball player Victor Wembanyama, legendary golfer Rory McIlroy among others

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:43 am

Trump tells Iran team to skip FIFA World Cup for 'their own life and safety'

Iranian athletes and coaches are exempt from the travel ban Mr. Trump imposed against their country last June

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:10 am

G7 Summit Day 1 LIVE: G7 leaders open summit talks on Ukraine and West Asia as Zelenskyy joins in France

PM Modi is expected to meet Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:10 am

EU tech chief says Europe 'not a security risk' after U.S. AI order

Anthropic said Friday that the US Department of Commerce had ordered it to suspend its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models for ational security reasons

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:08 am

India, ASEAN steel demand to offset China slowdown Rio Tinto

He added that the company's portfolio is increasingly tilted towards copper and lithium growth funded by iron ore

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 11:05 am

Trump and Iran find a fragile peace as nuclear questions still loom

The draft MoU appears to defer the hardest questions rather than resolve them. This approach will suit Tehran because it preserves Irans existing nuclear capabilities

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:57 am

UNSC reform would border on failure if only non-permanent category expanded: India

Indias Permanent Representative to the UN Harish Parvathaneni was addressing the meeting, with focus on the Elements Paper, a document that contains points of convergences and divergences of UN member states on reform of the powerful UN body

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:53 am

Iran open World Cup campaign with 2-2 draw against New Zealand

Inglewood (US): Iran opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday night, overcoming two deficits and getting the tying goal from Mohammad Mohebbi in the 64th minute. Ramin Rezaeian scored an early goal and assisted on Mohebbis goal for the Iranians, whose World Cup cycle has 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 Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 10:36 am

Bank of Japan hikes rate to 31-year high, citing inflation

Tokyos benchmark Nikkei 225 index briefly topped 70,000 early Tuesday for the first time ever

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:31 am

China's economic imbalance deepens as retail sales fall for first time in over three years

Retail sales, a key gauge of consumption, slid 0.6% in May

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 10:18 am

6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Part of Indonesia

The initial temblor caused strong shaking lasting more than a minute. No information on damage or casualties was immediately available

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jun 2026 10:06 am

1 match, 7 saves, 5 million followers: How Cape Verdes 40-year Vozinha stopped Spain and became World Cups most unlikely hero

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha delivered one of the most inspiring performances of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, producing seven saves to secure a historic draw against Spain in his nation's tournament debut. The emotional 40-year-old later dedicated the moment to his late grandparents and absent mother, capping a remarkable journey from overlooked prospect to global football hero.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 9:55 am

6.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesias Sulawesi island, no tsunami threat

The quakes epicentre was located around 42 km southeast of Palu at a depth of 10 km

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 9:45 am

U.S. says Hormuz to be toll-free under Iran deal

The signing of the deal on June 19 will kick off a 60-day period in which Tehran and Washington will try to hammer out a full-scale peace deal

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 9:42 am

US oil reserve hits 43-year low as emergency releases continue during Iran conflict

The reserve dropped to 340.3 million barrels after another 8.9 million barrels were released last week.

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 9:15 am

Drone revolution and modern warfare | Explained

The wars in Ukraine, Lebanon and West Asia have shown how drones have become central to modern warfare; as cheap, mass-produced unmanned systems proliferate, military power is increasingly shaped by industrial scale, technological adaptation and the ability to build, deploy and counter drones

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 8:49 am

Trumps Iran deal draws Capitol Hill scrutiny

Washington: Republicans on Capitol Hill said Monday, June 15, they need more information about the agreement between the United States and Iran announced by President Donald Trump, and some are expressing scepticism as they ask the White House for details. The agreement announced Sunday, June 14, to end the war in Iran, set for 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 .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 8:38 am

Slovakia endorses Indias bid for permanent UNSC membership

Bratislava: Slovakia backed Indias bid for permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council as the two countries elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modis landmark visit to the Central European nation. In a joint statement issued after talks between Prime Minister Modi and his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico on 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 Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 8:25 am

Iran war: Just an energy shock or a turning point for global markets?

Unlike earlier energy shocks that proved temporary, the current crisis could drive a deeper transformation as consumers and governments turn towards EVs, renewables and energy diversification

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 8:05 am

British Sikh mans unduly lenient sentence for U.K. murder to be reviewed

The judge sentenced him to life imprisonment, imposing a 21-year minimum timeline before he can be considered for parole a ruling now being challenged for not going far enough

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 8:01 am

Iran will never have nuclear weapons, not today or tomorrow: Netanyahu

Facing backlash from political rivals and allies over the deal, Netanyahu asserted that Israel would safeguard its security interests and retain buffer zones as needed

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 7:55 am

UN Security Council urges Taliban to restore womens rights

United Nations: The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution Monday, June 15, calling on Afghanistans Taliban rulers to swiftly reverse their crackdown on women and to combat militant groups inside Afghanistan that Pakistan accuses of carrying out cross-border attacks. Chinas UN Ambassador Fu Cong, whose country sponsored the resolution, said the hope is that 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 Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 7:44 am

The U.S. govt. policy is to systematically cut off any source of income to Cuba: Mitchell Valdes-Sosa

Mitchell Valdes-Sosa, one of the architects of Cubas biotechnology strategy, says U.S. sanctions are crippling Cubas healthcare and biotech sectors by choking off income, supplies and energy; despite worsening shortages and health outcomes, Cuba is prioritising key research and expanding international collaboration to keep its biotech industry functioning, he adds

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:42 am

FIFA WC: Belgium held by Egypt despite Lukakus instant impact

Seattle: Romelu Lukakus entrance as a second-half substitute drew a standing ovation from the smattering of Belgium supporters. It took only 23 seconds to turn those hopeful cheers into raptures of euphoria. Lukakus presence sparked an immediate attack that led to Belgiums lone goal against Egypt on Monday, helping to earn a 1-1 draw in 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 Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 7:29 am

Donald Trump set to break one of FIFA World Cup's strictest traditions after receiving green light for final ceremony role

Donald Trump could play an unprecedented role at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after reports suggested FIFA would allow him to personally present the trophy to the champions. With regulations not specifying who must hand over the trophy, the debate centres on tradition rather than rules, raising the prospect of another highly visible Trump moment on football's biggest stage.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 7:27 am

Bank of Japan set to raise rates to 31-year high, signals further increases

The move comes amid rising inflation concerns driven by energy costs, a weak yen and geopolitical uncertainty from the Iran conflict

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 7:25 am

Cuba health crisis deepens under US energy blockade

Havana: Some of Cubas sickest people are feeling the effects of the US energy blockade, with surgeries delayed, kidney dialysis treatments disrupted, and children with cancer facing a higher risk of death, according to a report published Monday by Cuban state-run media. The survival rate for children with cancer has fallen to 65% from 85% 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 Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 7:17 am

West Asia LIVE: Trump may release U.S.-Iran agreement before Friday, Vance says

The deal follows weeks of fraught negotiations and threats of renewed hostilities, but key details remain unclear.

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:00 am

Vance to lead U.S. team to ink Iran peace deal in Switzerland: Trump

In media interviews here, Mr. Vance said the peace agreement was signed digitally on June 14, and its full text was likely to be made public later this week

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 6:59 am

Bungee jump staff claim to have 'blacked out' when woman plunged 130ft to death without rope

Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas, 21, was bungee jumping off Skeleton Bridge in Limeira, So Paulo, Brazil, when she fell 130ft to her death after al... Bungee jump staff claim to have 'blacked out' when woman plunged 130ft to death without rope

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 1:35 am

Plume of smoke rises over US Air Force base after massive US bomber crashes

A United States Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber has crashed at Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California Plume of smoke rises over US Air Force base after massive US bomber crashes

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 1:33 am

Iran War live: Peace deal expected to be signed on Friday as Trump says Strait of Hormuz to re-open

Both sides have declared the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon, Shehbaz Sharif has said. Iran War live: Peace deal expected to be signed on Friday as Trump says Strait of Hormuz to re-open

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 1:32 am

Spain vs Cape Verde FIFA World Cup Match Result: European champions foiled by 40-year-old hero in shock 0-0 draw

Spain's 2026 World Cup campaign began with a stunning setback as debutants Cape Verde earned a historic 0-0 draw in Atlanta. Despite overwhelming possession and 27 shots, Spain were denied by an inspired performance from veteran goalkeeper Vozinha. The result highlighted Cape Verde's resilience and organisation while serving as an early reminder that World Cup reputations alone guarantee nothing.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 1:01 am

As deal is agreed with US, not all in Iran are convinced that peace is here

Iranians are sceptical that a US-Iran agreement will end their hardships. As deal is agreed with US, not all in Iran are convinced that peace is here

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 12:36 am

Spain held to shock draw by Cape Verde in their World Cup opener

Lamine Yamal comes off the bench but cannot help Spain overcome World Cup debutants Cape Verde in 0-0 draw. Spain held to shock draw by Cape Verde in their World Cup opener

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 12:34 am

Zelenskyy visits historic Kyiv cathedral after deadly Russian strike

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited a landmark Kyiv cathedral damaged by Russian missile and drone strikes. Zelenskyy visits historic Kyiv cathedral after deadly Russian strike

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 12:33 am

Tunisia sack boss Sabri Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing by Sweden

Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi pays the price for 5-1 football defeat to Sweden in Group F opener at World Cup 2026. Tunisia sack boss Sabri Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing by Sweden

India Vision 16 Jun 2026 12:32 am

Bangladesh PMs adviser returns from Delhi airport; says he was humiliated by immigration

Rahman was held for more than two hours before he was cleared to enter Delhi; by that time, he had made up his mind to return

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 11:26 pm

Limited traffic through Hormuz, despite Trumps announcement

Maritime intelligence publication Lloyds List estimates that about 600 ships remain stranded west of the chokepoint; last week, Trump claimed that the U.S. military had quietly assisted around 200 commercial vessels through the Strait since May

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 11:25 pm

US-Iran deal signed, text to be released after Friday signing: Trump

Trump linked potential sanctions relief for Iran to compliance and behaviour, noting the agreement had already been digitally signed.

The Hindu Businessline 15 Jun 2026 10:55 pm

All 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer safely return home: Indian mission

Twenty Indian sailors from the vessel MT Jalveer have returned home safely. Their ship was attacked near Oman. This follows two other attacks on merchant ships with Indian crew members by US forces. The Indian mission in Muscat facilitated their safe repatriation. Indian authorities are committed to assisting nationals in distress.

The Economic Times 15 Jun 2026 10:52 pm

Pentagon chief denies U.S. facing munitions stockpile shortage

Concerns over the West Asia war straining U.S. weapons stockpiles deepened last month after Acting U.S. Navy Secretary Hung Cao cited the conflict as a reason for pausing arms sales to Taiwan

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 10:51 pm

After India trip, Myanmar President Min arrives in China on five-day visit

In recent years, China has deepened its influence in Myanmar, backing the military rulers with major strategic investments

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 10:48 pm

Congo reports large daily jump in Ebola cases a month after outbreak was declared

Congolese authorities report a large daily increase in Ebola cases as the virus without a approved medicine or vaccine spreads rapidly

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 10:36 pm

All 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer safely return home

Dubai: All 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer, who were evacuated after their vessel came under attack off an Oman port, have now safely returned home, the Indian mission in Muscat said on Monday, June 15. Ambassador of India to Oman (Prashant Pise) interacted with the 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer in 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 Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 9:47 pm

Trump says oil tankers are moving through Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said on Monday, June 15, that ships carrying oil were beginning to move out of the Strait of Hormuz, signalling what he described as a return to safer maritime transit through one of the worlds most strategically important waterways. In a post on his social media platform, Trump said many vessels 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 Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 8:10 pm

Bangladsh summons Indian diplomat over PMs adviser issue

Dhaka: Bangladesh on Monday, June 15, summoned Indias Deputy High Commissioner and conveyed its deep disappointment over an incident involving an adviser of the Prime Minister at the Delhi airport, according to media reports here. Dr Zahed Ur Rahman, the Prime Ministers Adviser on Policy and Strategy Affairs, and Information and Broadcasting, was stopped by 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 Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 7:56 pm

FSUI seeks USD 5M compensation over deaths of 4 Indians off Oman coast

The Federation of Seafarers Union of India (FSUI) has demanded that the United States provide USD 5 million in compensation to the families of four Indian seafarers who died in separate incidents off the coast of Oman earlier this month. In a statement posted on X on Monday, June 15, the union welcomed the reported 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 Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 7:54 pm

Trump heads to G7 with momentum after US-Iran peace deal

Evian-les-Bains (France): United States President Donald Trump is headed to the French Alps on Monday, June 15, to meet with fellow world leaders at the Group of Seven summit after announcing an agreement that he says will bring an end to the US war with Iran. Trump and Iranian officials had been saying for days 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 Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 7:51 pm

At least 31 dead after bus crashes in Ethiopia

The road where the accident occurred winds through hilly terrain and is widely known as hazardous. The cause of the crash remains under investigation

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 7:39 pm

G7 Summit 2026 begins in vian: Key leaders, dates, and venue details

World leaders have convened at vian-les-Bains, France, for the 52nd G7 Summit, amid heightened geopolitical tensions following a historic peace deal between the United States and Iran.

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 7:15 pm

More than 1,000 civilians killed in Sudan drone attacks, says UN

Khartoum: Drone strikes killed more than 1,000 civilians in war-torn Sudan in the first five months of 2026, a senior United Nations official said Monday. UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said his office has documented a sharp increase in drone attacks in the Sudan war. He said his office registered the killing 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 Siasat Daily 15 Jun 2026 6:28 pm

U.K. crime agency arrests Indian man in raid on Russian shadow fleet oil tanker

The National Crime Agency did not clarify the specific offences for which the Indian national was arrested

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 5:20 pm

Lebanese Army warns residents of border villages to wait before returning

The army command emphasises the need to adhere to instructions of the deployed army units, in order to safeguard their safety from the risk of Israeli violations and attacks a statement said

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 5:17 pm

Israel dismantling occupied West Banks economy, leading conflict tracker says

International Crisis Group says Israeli policies suggest a concerted effort to advance Israels own declared goal of extending its control and preventing a Palestinian state from emerging

The Hindu Businessline 15 Jun 2026 5:05 pm

Britain wins appeal that Palestine Action ban was unlawful

Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel-linked defence companies in Britain with a particular focus on Israel's largest defence firm Elbit Systems, was proscribed under terrorism laws last year

The Hindu 15 Jun 2026 5:03 pm