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Mojtaba Khamenei alive, increasingly engaging, says Rubio

Washington: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday, June 2, that Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is alive and becoming increasingly engaged in governing the country, despite remaining out of public view after being wounded in US-Israeli attacks. I think there are indications out there that he is increasingly engaging at some level, 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 3 Jun 2026 6:14 pm

India-US trade deal 99 pc finalised, remaining issues being resolved: Sergio Gor

A US trade delegation led by Assistant US Trade Representative Brendan Lynch is currently in India holding discussions with officials from the Commerce and External Affairs ministries. The delegation is also scheduled to meet Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal as talks enter their final phase.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 5:47 pm

With Constitution in hand, D.K. Shivakumar takes oath as Karnataka CM; G. Parameshwara sworn in as deputy CM, crowd chants 'Vande Mataram'

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar on Wednesday took oath as Karnataka Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, holding a copy of the Constitution during the ceremony. Dr G Parameshwar was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister, while several MLAs joined the Cabinet.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 5:46 pm

Opposition Mocks Omar Abdullah's Dachigam Retreat as 'Picnic', CM Defends Off-Site Review

A day-long off-site review and strategy meeting of NC legislators, ministers, and MPs at Dachigam National Park triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties in J&K. BJP leader Sunil Sharma described the gathering as a picnic and an eyewash, while People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone mocked the choice of venue, calling it symbolic of an isolated government.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 5:45 pm

One Killed After Iranian Drones Hit Kuwait Airport's T1 Terminal; IndiGo, Kuwait Airways Suspend Flights as Ceasefire Talks Stall

One person was killed after Iranian drones and missiles struck Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, June 3, causing extensive damage to Terminal 1 and forcing authorities to suspend commercial flight operations.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 5:42 pm

IT Stocks Drag Markets Down; Sensex Falls 304 Points, Nifty Slips Below 23,500

The Sensex fell 303.67 points (0.41%) to close at 74,346.17, while the Nifty declined 77.95 points (0.33%) to settle at 23,405.60.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 5:42 pm

Dalai Lama presented Grammy Award at Dharamsala residence

The 14th Dalai Lama was formally presented his Grammy Award at his residence in Dharamshala by Amjad Ali Khan for the spoken-word album Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 5:19 pm

Violent protests and questions after Nowak murder case sentencing

Police bodycam footage released on June 2, 2026, has sparked questions around who can carry knives as well as outrage around the relationship between race and policing responses

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 5:09 pm

Sri Lankan court bars ex-President Rajapaksa from foreign travel in Easter attack probe

A Sri Lankan court has barred former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and two former military officers from travelling overseas as investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings continue

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 4:39 pm

Ukrainian drones set fire to St. Petersburg oil terminal ahead of Putin visit

Ukrainian long-range drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, triggering a fire ahead of a major economic forum where Vladimir Putin is scheduled to speak

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 3:49 pm

Trumps Education Dept reduces focus on Black student rights

Washington: For generations, the federal government enforced civil rights laws with an eye toward remedying historic, systemic discrimination against Black people and other people of colour. The Justice Department pressed schools to desegregate. The Education Department worked to promote equal opportunity and held schools accountable for racial bias. But under the Trump administration, efforts 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 .

The Siasat Daily 3 Jun 2026 2:51 pm

PIB Fact Check dismisses claims of RBI selling $12 billion gold reserves as fake

According to official RBI figures, gold accounted for 13.92% of forex reserves in September 2025, rising to 16.70% by March 31, 2026, and further to 16.85% as of May 22, 2026. The RBI's physical gold holdings remained largely unchanged at around 880 metric tonnes, contradicting claims of any major sale.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 2:10 pm

Illegal mosque inaugurated by Pakistan ambassador faces removal order in Japan

Japan has ordered the removal of a mosque in Kawagoe City after it was found to have been built illegally on restricted land without permits, sparking a diplomatic row involving Pakistans ambassador. The structure, Japan Jama Masjid Ramzan in the Shimo-Akasaka district, stands on land classified as an Urbanization Control Area under Japans City Planning 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 3 Jun 2026 2:09 pm

Mehbooba's Unity Push Hits Snag as Omar Publicly Rebuts Her Claim on Appointment to Meet

An initiative by PDP president Mehbooba Mufti to unite political parties and civil society groups in Jammu and Kashmir for a joint outreach to Centre encountered obstacle after CM Omar Abdullah publicly challenged her claim on securing an appointment with him.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 2:01 pm

India-origin app Guitar Wiz wins Apple Design Award in inclusivity category

Developed by Indian developer Bijoy Thangaraj, the app provides spoken guidance on guitar tuning, chords, pitch, finger placement and other essential skills for both beginners and experienced musicians.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 1:39 pm

Fan Flaunts D.K. Shivakumar Tattoo Ahead of Swearing-In Ceremony; CM-Designate Waves to Cheering Crowd

The supporter said he had got the tattoo months ago in anticipation of Shivakumar's elevation to the top post. Shivakumar greeted enthusiastic supporters and waved to cheering crowds ahead of the oath-taking ceremony.

IBTimes 3 Jun 2026 1:37 pm

U.S. Supreme Court approves Republican-drawn voting map in Alabama

States are free to decide for themselves whether last-minute changes to an election are in their best interests the Supreme Court's ruling said

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 12:57 pm

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos urges senators to end boycott

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos said his team was looking at possible laws and amendments to aid Filipinos as the West Asia war sends shockwaves through the global economy

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 12:29 pm

Iran drone and missile attack hits Kuwait airport, state news agency says

The attack caused severe damage to the airport's T1 building, the report said, citing the General Civil Aviation Authority

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 12:20 pm

Ukrainian drones strike oil terminal in St Petersburg as Putin's 'Davos' gets under way

Ukrainian drones hit energy and military sites in Saint Petersburg early Wednesday morning as officials gathered for a flagship economic forum in the city, Russian and Ukrainian authorities said. The Russian governor of the city, Alexander Beglov, said several infrastructure facilities were damaged, but no one was killed in the attack, which various Ukrainian officials said was aimed at disrupting the three-day gathering, which President Vladimir Putin will attend. bur/yad

The Economic Times 3 Jun 2026 12:19 pm

Several injured as Iran strikes Kuwait airport terminal

Kuwait City: Several people were injured after Iranian drones and missiles struck Terminal 1 of Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, June 3, forcing authorities to suspend flights and divert aircraft to alternative destinations. Kuwaits General Civil Aviation Authority (DGCA) said the attack caused substantial damage to airport infrastructure and prompted the activation of emergency response 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 3 Jun 2026 12:05 pm

Afghan womens football team rises again after escaping the Taliban and years in exile

This is the result of hard work that we did in the past four or five years says midfielder Mona Amini

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 12:04 pm

Seven killed, 11 wounded after drone hits bus: Russia-installed Donetsk region leader

Russia conducted a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv on June 2, which Moscow said was in response to a deadly attack on a dormitory in Russian-controlled Luhansk

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 11:54 am

US job openings jump to 7.6 million in April as hiring, separations ease

The bureau revised March 2026 data, raising job openings by 21,000 to 6.9 million, lowering hires by 19,000 to 5.5 million

The Hindu Businessline 3 Jun 2026 11:35 am

UN chief proposes three options to end Israel-Hezbollah conflict

United Nations: The United Nations chief has proposed three options to help end the decades-old conflict between Lebanons Iran-backed Hezbollah militants and Israel when the 8,100-member UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon ends on December 31. All of the options presented to the UN Security Council by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres would continue UN military monitoring 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 3 Jun 2026 11:27 am

Three Myanmar migrants in Thailand killed by errant war drone

The apparent attack drone struck a tree on the Thai side of the border before exploding, killing the labourers who worked on a nearby chilli farm, police said

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 11:25 am

Hilton, Becerra take early lead in California Governor primary race

They each had about 26% of the vote with 42% of election night precincts partially reporting about an hour after polls closed, according to official results

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 10:48 am

Love my woke pope: Why Pope Leos encyclical on AI went viral online

Pope Leo XIV has issued a manifesto calling for robust regulation of artificial intelligence

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 10:06 am

Ebola reaches new Congo area as contact tracing breaks down

Health officials in Ituri province, which accounts for almost 94% of confirmed infections, were actively monitoring only 39.3% of identified contacts, the countrys National Institute of Public Health said

The Hindu Businessline 3 Jun 2026 9:55 am

US sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC links

America has imposed sanctions on Iran's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex. The US accuses the exchange of helping Iran's government and state institutions bypass Western sanctions.

The Economic Times 3 Jun 2026 9:51 am

US proposes broad tariffs of at least 10%, citing forced labour

Trump has moved to reconstruct his tariff agenda by launching probes under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974

The Hindu Businessline 3 Jun 2026 9:35 am

Pakistani security forces kill 17 suspected terrorists in Balochistan

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations of the Pakistan Military, security forces conducted multiple intelligence-based operations (IBOs) across various districts of Balochistan, killing 17 terrorists

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 9:19 am

Visa delay threatens 2,000 foreign students in US university

A New Hampshire university in the US could lose as many as 2,000 international graduate students who may lose their visa unless the Department of Homeland Security quickly approves a pending application tied to a new doctoral programme, prompting lawmakers to press the Trump administration for urgent action. The issue surfaced during a Senate Appropriations 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 3 Jun 2026 8:40 am

Olipop: The Modern Version of Soda

Yahoo 3 Jun 2026 8:24 am

Over 2 lakh applicants paid 100K USD for H-1B visas: US DHS Sec

More than two lakh applicants opted to pay USD 100,000 for their H-1B visas to work in the US in the fiscal year 2026, Markwayne Mullin, Secretary, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), said here. Testifying before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Tuesday, Mullin said the DHS had received about 2.86 lakh H-1B applications in 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 .

The Siasat Daily 3 Jun 2026 8:05 am

Trump signs executive order to vet top AI models for national security risks

The policy allows the federal government up to 30 days to assess qualifying AI models while emphasising that participation by developers remains voluntary

The Hindu Businessline 3 Jun 2026 7:55 am

Iran halts ceasefire communications as Trump insists talks are still ongoing

The developments come amid rising tensions in the region, a US naval blockade targeting Iranian trade routes and mounting economic pressure inside Iran

The Hindu Businessline 3 Jun 2026 7:45 am

Iran fires missiles as US strikes military facility amid faltering peace talks

The developments came amid uncertainty over ceasefire negotiations involving Iran, Israel and the US, though President Donald Trump insisted talks were continuing

The Hindu Businessline 3 Jun 2026 7:41 am

Women say they were raped by fighters in Sudans ongoing war

Naked, hungry, raped and lying in her own urine, the woman said her captors after two days of misery handed her a phone. Call your friends and family, they said. Tell them to buy your freedom or youll be killed. The 38-year-old said she screamed on the calls as horrified loved ones listened to her 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 3 Jun 2026 7:35 am

U.S. military says it has defeated Iran missile, drone attacks in Gulf

U.S. Central Command also denied claims by Irans Revolutionary Guards that they had struck the headquarters of the U.S. Navys Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and a separate air base in the region

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 7:26 am

2 scientists charged with bringing deactivated mpox virus into US

Two scientists at a US government lab were charged with smuggling vials of deactivated mpox virus into the country from Africa and lying about it during interviews with investigators at a Michigan airport, authorities said Tuesday. A criminal complaint was unsealed in federal court in Detroit against Vincent Munster, who is chief of the virus 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 3 Jun 2026 7:24 am

Hostilities erupt as Iran targets Kuwait, Bahrain; US hits back

Dubai: The US military said that Iranian missiles fired at Kuwait and Bahrain failed or were shot down, and that the US launched strikes on an Iranian facility in response. US Central Command said the strikes were on an Iranian military ground control station on Qeshm Island, near the Strait of Hormuz, that is home 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 3 Jun 2026 7:06 am

Palantir Contracts Have Become An Unacceptable Point of Weakness, UK Politicians Warn

A government committee says that the countrys growing dependence on the data analytics company is a serious liability.

Wired 3 Jun 2026 4:35 am

Five new judges join Supreme Court following increase in sanctioned strength

The appointments come shortly after the Union government increased the courts sanctioned strength from 33 to 37 judges, excluding the CJI; the latest ... Five new judges join Supreme Court following increase in sanctioned strength

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 4:33 am

Trump signs AI order giving government access to powerful models

The central provision allows companies such as OpenAI, Google or Anthropic to give the government access to their most powerful models for up to 30 days before planned release.

The Hindu 3 Jun 2026 1:56 am

Donald Trump's two unhinged slurs at Benjamin Netanyahu exposed after sweary phone call

Washington insiders reportedly claimed Donald Trump lost his cool in a new raging rant at Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel goes further into Lebanon in a ... Donald Trump's two unhinged slurs at Benjamin Netanyahu exposed after sweary phone call

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 1:35 am

Iran war live: Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ALIVE and 'increasingly engaging'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee today where he was asked about the status of Iran's Supreme Lead... Iran war live: Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ALIVE and 'increasingly engaging'

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 1:33 am

'Donald Trump finally snaps as Netanyahus brutality threatens to turn the world against Israel'

A furious Donald Trump has realised Benjamin Netanyahus relentless wars, brutal military campaign, and decades of fearmongering over Iran have left Is... 'Donald Trump finally snaps as Netanyahus brutality threatens to turn the world against Israel'

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 1:32 am

French PM to fast-track security bill after PSG football violence and riots

More than 200 people were arrested in France following PSG's Champions League win, which followed semifinal disorder. French PM to fast-track security bill after PSG football violence and riots

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 12:36 am

Norway supports ethics complaint against FIFAs Infantino on World Cup eve

NFF president Lise Klaveness has called on FIFA to scrap the FIFA Peace Prize award to protect its political neutrality. Norway supports ethics complaint against FIFAs Infantino on World Cup eve

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 12:33 am

Ukraines Kostyuk blasts Russia stars in French Open outburst over war

Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk faces Russia's Mirra Andreeva in semifinal after beating Elina Svitolina at Roland Garros. Ukraines Kostyuk blasts Russia stars in French Open outburst over war

India Vision 3 Jun 2026 12:32 am

McLaren CEO Zak Brown Still Gets FOMO About Racing Cars

Zak Brown spent a decade racing before joining the business side of Formula One. He talks to WIRED about rebuilding a legendary brand, obsessive fans,... McLaren CEO Zak Brown Still Gets FOMO About Racing Cars

India Vision 2 Jun 2026 11:32 pm

Venezuela Opposition leader wants transition without 'revenge'

Those who now hold interim power have also had to recognise that Venezuela cannot be stabilised, recovered, or governed indefinitely without the democratic majority that expressed itself on July 28, says Ms. Machado

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 10:57 pm

Israel arms exports hit another all-time high: Ministry

Israel's all-time defence export record has been broken for the fifth consecutive year, with $19.2 billion in 2025 a nearly 30% surge compared to the previous year, more than doubling in five years and quadrupling in a decade, says Defence Ministry

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 10:43 pm

Rubio says Mojtaba Khamenei alive and increasingly engaging

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope for a deal with Iran, while insisting that Tehran must severely limit its nuclear program in order to see sanctions lifted.

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 10:35 pm

Southampton murder involving kirpan sparks anger against police response and fears of religious division

Vickrum Digwa, 23, was sentenced on Monday to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years for killing 18-year-old Henry Nowak in Southampton on December 3, 2025

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 9:42 pm

Some kind of apocalypse: Kyiv resident recalls terror of Russian attack

A Kyiv resident described scenes of panic and devastation after a large explosion struck her apartment block during one of the latest Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 9:04 pm

Netanyahu faces criticism after U.S. President Donald Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from political rivals after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a halt to planned Israeli attacks on Hezbollah

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 7:51 pm

Ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon, Iran stretching terms meaning

Ramallah: Ceasefires have been announced, often to great fanfare, in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran. So why is there still so much fighting? In just the last few weeks, Israeli forces have captured more territory in Gaza and killed two top Hamas militants there, as well as more than a dozen other people. In Lebanon, Israeli 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 2 Jun 2026 7:50 pm

Zinedine Zidane's son named in World Cup squad for first time but won't play for France, here is why

Luca Zidane, son of French legend Zinedine, will carry one of football's most iconic names to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but in Algeria's colours. The 28-year-old goalkeeper switched international allegiance in 2025, citing his Algerian heritage. Algeria return to the World Cup for the first time since 2014, facing defending champions Argentina in Group J.

The Times of India 2 Jun 2026 7:13 pm

Irans inflation hits World War II levels, deepening economic pain

Irans annual inflation rate reached a record high in May, its highest level since World War II, amid economic turmoil, a weakened currency, and concerns over renewed conflict

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 7:01 pm

Australia's wheat harvest set to fall 26% as fertiliser prices surge; implications for India

For India, the development highlights the vulnerability of agricultural supply chains to geopolitical disruptions. Rising global fertiliser prices could increase India's subsidy burden and farming costs, while higher wheat prices may add to food inflation pressures.

IBTimes 2 Jun 2026 6:55 pm

Sensex climbs 382 points; Nifty approaches key resistance amid an IT-led rally

The Nifty rose 100.95 points to close at 23,483.55, while the Sensex gained 382.50 points to settle at 74,649.84. TCS, Infosys and HCL Tech led the rally, helping offset weakness in stocks such as NTPC and Axis Bank.

IBTimes 2 Jun 2026 6:55 pm

ED cracks down on Dawood-linked drug racket, raids 20 places in Mumbai, Gujarat

The ED raided 20 locations across Mumbai and Gujarat in a money laundering probe linked to an alleged international drug syndicate run by Salim Ismail Dola, an associate of fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim.

IBTimes 2 Jun 2026 6:54 pm