Trump reads children's book on Usha Vance's podcast, then riffs on past presidents and himself
I usually read stories about myself, he said when asked if he has much time to read for fun while serving as President
Two jailed for stabbing Iranian journalist in London in attack blamed on Tehran
Pouria Zeraati, a presenter at London-based Iran International, was stabbed in the leg in March 2024 outside his home in the Wimbledon area of London; Iran's senior diplomat in the U.K. has denied Tehran was behind the attack
UPDATE 1-Heat wave disrupts Fourth of July events across eastern US
Among the events disrupted by the sweltering heat was the Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, a centerpiece of President Donald Trumps efforts to mark the nations 250th birthday
Bihar Guv. Hasnain and MoS Margherita attend Ali Khamenei's funeral ceremony in Tehran
Former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid is representing the Congress party at the funeral ceremony
NASA sends spacecraft the size of a fridge to catch its falling Swift telescope in daring mission
NASA has launched a never-before-attempted mission to stop its Swift telescope from crashing back down to Earth - using a flying robot the size of a f... NASA sends spacecraft the size of a fridge to catch its falling Swift telescope in daring mission
Huge wildfire rips through Costa Brava as 12,000 people warned to 'stay indoors'
A wildfire near the Costa Brava has torn through around 750 hectares of forest, sparking stay-at-home orders for around 12,000 people in several munic... Huge wildfire rips through Costa Brava as 12,000 people warned to 'stay indoors'
India-Japan relations should not target third party: China
India and Japan also expressed serious concern at the situation in the East China Sea and South China Sea, and opposed unilateral actions that endanger freedom of navigation as well as attempts to change the status quo by force
Trumps Great American State Fair postponed amid deadly Northeast heat wave
'Fear-mongering claims': Govt trashes social media claims on harmful effects of E20 petrol
It also rejected claims about insects being attracted to fuel tanks and clarified that ethanol production primarily uses surplus agricultural produce, while promoting maize as a less water-intensive feedstock
Ketan Agarwal murder case: Accused Siya, Chetan sent to 14-day judicial custody
Police had sought three more days of custody for a face-to-face interrogation and recovery of digital evidence, but the court rejected the request. The duo had already spent 11 days in police custody. Investigators have also sought permission to conduct polygraph tests, subject to the accused's consen
Centre to seek explanation from Meta over Instagram ads linked to child sexual abuse
The government is also expected to seek details on Meta's content moderation and advertisement review processes. Meta had not issued an official statement at the time of reporting. The development comes shortly after the government asked WhatsApp to defer the rollout of its username feature in India
B'luru daycare case: Accused caretaker sent to jail on 14-day remand
Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge said the government has zero tolerance for crimes against children and stressed the need for strict SOPs and background checks for daycare staff.
Lock Upp 2: Ram Kapoor kisses Laila forcefully, Harshad Chopda says he fears gay men; Sufi reacts
A viral clip from Lock Upp 2 shows has gone viral that shows Ram Kapoor hugging Varun 'Laila' Yadav kissing him on his cheeks before sharing a longer kiss, leaving fellow contestants Yogesh Rawat, Sunita Ahuja and Shivangi Joshi laughing.
NHRC takes suo motu cognisance of Bengaluru daycare abuse, seeks report in two weeks
The case came to light after videos allegedly showing caregivers abusing children were shared with Child Helpline officials. Police have registered an FIR against five caregivers, arrested one accused, constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT), and are continuing the investigation.
From Pathaan and War to now Alpha, YRF's spy universe's love for bold outfits for its female leads continues. Leaked clips featuring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's beach sequence have triggered backlash, with many netizens questioning the need for such scenes in a spy thriller.
Gujarat ATS arrests eight with links to Jaish-e-Mohammed plotting terror network
The Gujarat ATS has arrested eight people from Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh for their alleged links to the banned terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and for attempting to establish an active terror network in the state.
UN issues 'red alert' over 'catastrophe' in Sudan's El-Obeid
The UN's top rights body was holding a rare urgent debate on the human rights situation around El-Obeid, following a request by Britain on behalf of a group of countries
U.S. withdrew forces from Nigeria after operation against ISIS, AFRICOM chief says
AFRICOM Commander General Dagvin Anderson described Mays joint U.S.-Nigerian as a model for future security cooperation in Africa
On the eve of Americas birthday, the first American pope takes center stage
Iran prepares for weeklongfuneral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in war
We will continue our policy of pursuing independence, and decisions will be made inside the country, and the people will decide their own fate, he said
UN issues red alert over Sudan violence
Geneva: The United Nations human rights chief on Friday, July 3, sounded a red alert about possible atrocity crimes in and near a strategic city in central Sudan, calling on world leaders to do more to help stop the bloodshed in the countrys ongoing war between the army and paramilitary forces. UN High Commissioner for 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 .
Wildfire southwest of Denver forces thousands to evacuate and destroys more than 160 structures
Russia, Ukraine exchange deadly strikes after massive Kyiv attack
Kyiv's air force said on Friday that Russia launched two missiles and 105 drones at Ukraine overnight.
Gulf oil exports jump in June on record UAE flows
UAE exports reached a record 3.7 million to 3.8 million bpd in June, Kpler, Vortexa and LSEG data showed, more than 1 million bpd above May levels
Indian officials to testify before USTR to contest tariff hike
Washington: India is set to challenge the proposed United States tariffs on exports with the US Trade Representative (USTR) next week, contending that the findings on forced labour are legally flawed and would affect American businesses and consumers. Representatives from the commerce ministry as well as industry bodies, such as the Agricultural and Processed Food 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 .
Wildfire anxiety mounts amid fast-moving blazes and repeat evacuations
Sri Lanka: Ex-Navy chiefarrestedover recruitment of Rajapaksas son
The Colombo Chief Magistrates Court granted him bail later on Friday
US warned Iran over Israeli plot to target top negotiators: Report
Washington: The United States privately alerted Iran through regional intermediaries that Israel could target two of Tehrans senior officials during diplomatic efforts to end the conflict, according to a report by The New York Times. The newspaper, citing current and former US officials, said Washington was concerned that any attack on Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas 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 .
Mitch McConnell Remains in Hospital, Spokesperson Says
Japan emerges as largest APAC contributor to India's GCC ecosystem: Deloitte
Deloitte report highlights shift to high-value innovation and expansion to Tier-2 cities
Heat Wave Forces Washington, DC to Alter July 4 Festivities
Europes first Hyderabadi bakery opens in London, video viral
To define the culinary scene of Hyderabad through its biryani handi or seasonal haleem is to tell only half the story. Yes, these dishes are iconic. But the rhythm of the city is more measured in the gentle, daily clink of a porcelain saucer against a cup of Irani chai at 6 pm. And 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 .
America at 250: Caught between hope and doubt
To be Indian American in the U.S. today is to live with a conflicted heart, as these members of the community explain
Watch: What explains the rise of women-owned businesses in Afghanistan?
After returning to power in 2021, the Taliban barred girls from secondary schools and universities, pushed women out of much of the formal workforce, and imposed sweeping restrictions on their daily lives. Yet, over the same period, the number of women-owned businesses in Afghanistan has grown significantly.
India-Japan ties should not target third party: China on Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's visit to Delhi
China has voiced concerns over bilateral cooperation that could target third parties, following India and Japan's announcement of landmark initiatives including economic and defense pacts. Beijing emphasized that such partnerships should foster regional understanding and stability, not division. The joint statement also expressed worry over the East and South China Seas, opposing unilateral actions. This comes amid strained Japan-China ties and China's leverage over rare earth minerals.
Sharjah motorists face temporary traffic diversions near University City until August due to construction for the Etihad Rail Station Access Roads Project. Authorities urge drivers to follow new signs and allow extra travel time, especially during peak hours. These essential upgrades are paving the way for faster, sustainable passenger rail services connecting the UAE's key areas, promising long-term transport benefits for residents.
Fans mark release of new Haruki Murakami novel at midnight event in Tokyo
Murakamis first full-length novel featuring female protagonist releases in Tokyo
At least 32 dead after overcrowded bus plunges into ravine in Pakistan
Venezuela's Acting President Rodrguez angrily defends earthquake response
Acting President Rodrguez defends governement response amid criticism on the earthquake in Venezuela
40 killed after bus falls into ravine in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The incident took place when the Peshawar-bound bus entered Dera Ismail Khan district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province after crossing Balochistans Sherani district
NATO leaders to gather in Ankara, aiming to smooth over tensions with Trump
NATO is, and will always be, a transatlantic alliance but we need to rebalance it for the better, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said
Myanmar ex-junta chief makes first ASEAN outing as civilian leader
Consensus in ASEAN is fraying over how to treat Myanmar's new administration, analysts say
Authorities issue arrest warrant, Interpol red notice for Monaco blast suspect
Suspect of the June 29 blasts in Monaco subject to an arrest warrant.
US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority
U.S. ambassador to New Zealand, the Cook Islands, said that critical minerals had moved rapidly up his agenda over the last year
Projected super typhoon barrels towards U.S. Pacific islands
Current forecast tracks continue to indicate a grim outlook for the Marianas, the U.S. National Weather Service said.
Australian Prime Minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban
Parliament passed the initial legislation with overwhelming support in 2024
Death toll from massive strikes on Kyiv rises to 30
In the morning, locals stood on the rubble of destroyed apartment blocks ripped apart by the barrage, as smoke poured over the Kyiv skyline
FIFA WC: Switzerland beat Algeria 2-0 to reach Round of 16
Vancouver: Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye both scored as Switzerland advanced to the round of 16 at the World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Algeria here. Switzerland will play the winner of Fridays match between Colombia and Ghana in Kansas City, Missouri. The round-of-16 game is set for next Tuesday in Vancouver. Switzerland 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 .
Eight arrested in U.K. probe into international network of men drugging, raping partners
The crime agency said it found a truly international network with group members identified in dozens of countries spanning every continent
Iran holds funeral for Ali Khamenei: Who is attending?
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28, 2026, in joint precision strikes by the US and Israeli militaries. The airstrikes killed Khamenei as well as other members of his family.
Trump says 'ridiculous' for U.S. to maintain current support for NATO
They were not there for us!!! and Washington's relationship with NATO is not reciprocal, says U.S. President Donald Trump
Putin shrugs off fuel shortages as Ukraine hits refineries harder
Moscow: Despite severe fuel shortages across Russia, President Vladimir Putin appears unbothered by Ukraines increasing attacks on his countrys oil refineries. He has shrugged off the setback for one of the worlds leading oil-producing nations as not critical, dismissed ceasefire proposals and insisted the war will continue until his goals are met. Putin has described 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 to welcome PM Modi next week
Auckland: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make his first official visit to New Zealand next week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced. Prime Minister Modis visit is historic, with this being the first to New Zealand by an Indian Prime Minister in 40 years, Luxon says. India is one of the worlds largest and 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 .
America at 250: The diaspora at a crossroads
Rising exclusion and strained U.S.-India ties have left many Indian Americans navigating divided identities
Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes Halmahera, Indonesia
Indonesias Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency said there was no threat of a tsunami
Tibetan man dies after self-immolation near UN headquarters, activists say
Voice of Tibet, a media outlet of exiled Tibetans, said Tibetan activist Logba Rangzen self-immolated outside the UN headquarters in New York after a live appeal for Tibetan independence and unity
Death toll hits 10 in Thai monk procession crash
A group of 35 monks and five lay followers were walking along a roadside in Mukdahan Province during a pilgrimage when a truck ploughed into them
Iran warns of forceful response if oil tankers deviate from approved routes in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's joint military command warned Thursday that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a forceful response
Spain beat Austria 3-0, advance in FIFA World Cup
Inglewood: Mikel Oyarzabal scored two goals and Spain beat Austria 3-0 on Thursday, July 2, for its first World Cup victory in a knockout match since winning the title in 2010. Pedro Porro added a goal in the second half for Spain, which put on its most impressive performance of the tournament while dominating possession 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: 125 on cruise ship infected with highly contagious norovirus
More than 120 passengers and crew members on a Princess Cruises ship that docked in San Francisco on Thursday were infected with a stomach virus while on their voyage, federal health officials said. The Ruby Princess was on a 20-day round trip journey from San Francisco to Canada and Alaska when 102 passengers and 23 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 Democrats challenge green card policy shift
Washington: Congressional Democrats have urged the Trump administration to reverse what they called a major shift in the US green card process, arguing that a new policy could force eligible applicants to seek permanent residence from abroad instead of adjusting their status while remaining in the United States. In a letter to US Citizenship and 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 .
Olympian charged with damaging reflecting pool
U.S. Homeland Security probing recent cyber breach at information-sharing network
In a statement, DHS said there had been a recent cyber incident involving an unclassified legacy information sharing environment but did not provide further details and did not respond to follow-up questions
U.K.'s likely next PM Andy Burnham says he has not decided on his Finance Minister
He said he didnt have all the details of the Defence Investment Plan ahead of its publication as it had been part of an internal government process, but said would fund defence as needed
WHO declares cruise ship hantavirus outbreak over
There were 12 confirmed and one probable case stemming from the MV Hondius, including three deaths
At least nine killed as explosive device goes off in cafe in Syria's Damascus
The explosion near the main courthouse complex left 20 others wounded
German ruling coalition agrees on major reform package
The tax relief would mean an average family is about 600 better off per year, the parties said
Positive progress made in U.S.-Iran talks in Doha: Qatar, Pakistan
Though the next date of talks was not announced, it was decided to continue discussions after the funeral of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Thailand denies viral claim Macron knelt before king
An image widely circulated online in Thailand purported to show Macron kneeling as he presented the awards
Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz or face a forceful response
Irans joint military command has warned that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a forceful response.
Vatican excommunicates six ultraconservative bishops over ordination
The Society of Saint Pius X, which has around 600,000 followers around the world, comprises fundamentalist Catholics who strongly oppose the liberal reforms imposed by the Vatican II Council in the 1960s
Venezuela quake survivor pulled out alive after eight days
Trump Loyalty Demands Set Stage for Tense NATO Summit
Iran warns US, Israel against attack during Khamenei funeral
Thursday, July 2, marked the 15th day since Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding and the 125th day since the outbreak of the war, as Iran warned the United States and Israel against launching any attack during the state funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Ali Abdollahi, commander of Khatam al-Anbiya 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 .
EU and US concerned by China's new ethnic unity law which targets people overseas
Watch: How has WhatsApp justified its new username feature? | Above the Fold | 02.07.2026
The episode looks at WhatsApps response to the Centres concerns over its proposed username feature; India-Japan agreements; senior AIADMK leaders join TVK, and more.
El Nino effect: Challenges to adaptation and resilience
Europe and countries in South Asia, including India, are reeling under extreme heat and monsoon deficit; heat stress has thrown life out of gear across the world making the vulnerable people the worst victim
Ayatollah Khamenei:Legacy of resistance more alive than before
As Iran prepares for the grand state funeral ceremonies of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hussaini Khamenei beginning July 4, the Islamic Republic mourns one of its most defining figures. Khamenei, the Supreme Leader for nearly 37 years, was martyred and assassinated on February 28 in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on Tehran that also claimed the lives 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 .
11-year-old boy driving pickup truck crashes into group of Thai monks, killing 9
The boy is in custody and will be questioned when state child protection officers arrive, police said
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif to attend Iran supreme leader Ali Khamenei's funeral
Pakistans Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to attend Iranian supreme leader Ali Khameneis funeral from July 3-5 amid regional mediations
India, Japan unveil transformative initiatives to boost ties
New Delhi: India and Japan on Thursday, July 1, unveiled a raft of landmark initiatives, including an economic partnership framework and defence pact to co-develop military hardware following summit talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi. The major outcomes from the meeting included a declaration on economic security, a joint 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 .
Palestine: Sonia Gandhi piling moral pressure on Narendra Modi
With Palestine emerging as the Narendra Modi governments Achilles heel, Congress leader Sonia Gandhi is mounting moral pressure to take a more humanitarian stand, with Gaza being turned from an open-air prison into an open-air graveyard. Describing Israeli actions as genocide, Sonia Gandhi pointed out that the Modi governments silence, especially on Gaza, is not 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 .
Tennis-Princess Kate watches British hopeful Fery on Wimbledon visit
Boy driving truck crashes into group of monks, killing 8 and injuring 14
ExcitedDonald Trump takes first flight on Qatar-gifted Air Force One
Frankly, we couldn't build a plane like this because we wouldn't be willing to spend the kind of money necessary. They spent top dollars, U.S. President Donald Trump said
FACT FOCUS: Iran claims a foreign ship got stuck in Strait of Hormuz. But it is tied to Tehran
United States: Couple held over Empire State love banner
New York: Two people got to the top of the Empire State Buildings antenna and unfurled a banner about the power of love at midday Wednesday, July 1, before starting to descend, embracing, taking selfies and ultimately being arrested. Dressed in black and wearing masks but not tethers, it appeared the two balanced 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 .
Russia, after heavy strike on Kyiv, says it will keep increasing pressure on Ukraine
