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China begins two days of live-fire drills in Taiwan Strait

The news comes a day after talks between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on a range of issues, including democratically-governed Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 10:10 pm

EU hits Google with $1 billion fine over its Play app store and search

It was the latest major crackdown on Big Tech by Brussels, which has led the world in reining in some of the world's largest companies from Silicon Valley to Beijing

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 10:06 pm

EU locks in oil price cap in new Russia sanctions

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the EU for the latest measures, saying it was crucial to preserve our unity and keep up this pressure on the Kremlin.

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 9:55 pm

Hundreds hospitalised in Japan heatwave 'disaster'

A total 453 people had hospital treatment for heat-related issues on Wednesday, the most since records began in 2010, the Tokyo Fire Department said. Emergency callouts were also at the highest level since at least 1963.

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 9:40 pm

Did Trump just admit Irans nuclear programme not for military use?

On the 36th day after the signing of the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, and 145 days since the outbreak of the war on Thursday, July 23,, US President Donald Trumps latest remarks appeared to portray Irans nuclear programme as non-military, triggering debate as regional tensions continued to escalate. In a Truth Social 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 23 Jul 2026 7:33 pm

Trump says Saudi nuclear deal contingent on recognising Israel

Washington brokered the Abraham Accords during Mr. Trump's first term, seeking to build bridges between Israel and the Arab world

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 6:15 pm

India sends 4.5 tonnes of medical aid to Kenya to boost Ebola preparedness

India has delivered essential medical supplies to Kenya for disease preparedness. This assistance strengthens Kenya's capacity to respond to infectious disease outbreaks. The consignment included personal protective equipment and infection prevention materials. India previously supplied significant medical aid to the Africa Centres for Disease Control. Both nations are expanding health sector cooperation through grant assistance.

The Economic Times 23 Jul 2026 4:27 pm

3 pilots ill after Hyderabad stopover, British Airways probes

Hyderabad: British Airways has launched an investigation after all three pilots operating flight BA276 from Hyderabad to London Heathrow reportedly suffered food poisoning following an overnight stopover in the city. The pilots had shared breakfast together in the club lounge of their layover hotel in Hyderabad before the flight, and reportedly drank bottled water supplied 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 23 Jul 2026 4:22 pm

Hormuz blockade drives Gulf states to fast-track oil pipelines

Tehran: Before the war in Iran, roughly 15 million barrels of Persian Gulf oil were shipped each day through the Strait of Hormuz. Within a few years, much of that oil could bypass the strait. As Irans chokehold over the strait drags on and oil prices surge, countries across the Gulf are planning to spend 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 23 Jul 2026 4:04 pm

Israelis fear Saudi nuclear deal could ignite West Asia arms race

The agreement, which still needs Congressional approval, that was announced on July 22, is meant to allow the Saudis to develop a civilian nuclear programme.

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 3:28 pm

West Asia oil producers step up plans to bypass Strait of Hormuz

Gulf countries planning to spend billions of dollars to build pipelines enabling them to redirect more supplies to ports along the Red Sea, Suez Canal and Gulf of Oman

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 2:19 pm

Rubio, Lavrov discussed Ukraine war in Manila, Moscow says

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told U.S. Secretary of State that Moscow remained committed to proposals put forward by Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin at their August 2025 meeting in Alaska

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 1:44 pm

US House passes bill expanding defence ties with Israel

Washington: The US House of Representatives on Wednesday, July 22, narrowly approved a USD 1.15 trillion annual defence policy bill that would broaden defence technology cooperation between the United States and Israel, as lawmakers remained divided over military spending and the ongoing Iran war. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed the House by 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 23 Jul 2026 12:55 pm

Indian-American Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary from Arizona

Amish Shah, a three-term member of the Arizona House of Representatives, defeated Marlene Galan-Woods, a candidate backed by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 12:20 pm

Hyundai Motor reports 21% drop in Q2 operating profit, misses forecasts

Weaker vehicle sales, production disruptions and higher costs outweigh support from a weaker won

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 12:19 pm

India's surging refined product exports ease Asia fuel crisis: Russell

Refiners are taking advantage of the large premium being commanded by fuels like diesel and gasoline over crude oil

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 11:41 am

India's Ambassador Kwatra meets U.S. Senator Sheehy, discusses defence ties

Indias envoy to the U.S. Vinay Mohan Kwatra discussed the vital defence partnership between the two nations and appreciated U.S. Senator Tim Sheehys support for the India-U.S. partnership

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 11:35 am

Rubio says US tariffs on generic drug imports 'not raised' during talks with EAM, 'might have with others'

Trump says the policy is aimed at bringing generic pharmaceutical production back to the United States, with penalties for companies that choose not to establish manufacturing plants in the US

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 11:20 am

Sri Lankan Navy arrests nine Indian fishermen

Colombo: At least nine Indian fishermen were arrested, and their trawler seized for allegedly poaching in Sri Lankan waters, the island nations Navy has said. The fishermen were fishing in the island nations waters north of Talaimannar after crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line, the Navy said. The arrests come amid continuing tensions over 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 23 Jul 2026 10:42 am

Iran getting hit hard; they want to make a deal: Trump

Iranian officials warn of decisive response to any aggression against infrastructure

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 10:08 am

Paramount secures EU nod for $110 billion Warner Bros deal, US hurdles ahead

The company will not do any film distribution deal with Universal in Europe for 10 years and will not transfer the distribution of Warners films in theatres to its own distributor

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 9:57 am

India and Myanmar signal closer rare earth mining ties

India and Myanmar are enhancing cooperation in rare earths sector. Indian teams visited Myanmar in December 2024 and February 2026. This collaboration aims to secure strategic mineral supplies for India. Myanmar's Kachin state is a key source of heavy rare earths. Both nations see significant win-win opportunities from this partnership.

The Economic Times 23 Jul 2026 9:54 am

Trump's tariff threat could impact Canadian economy but may be negotiation tactic, experts say

Experts say the tariffs could be a negotiation tactic and may not come into effect; still, Canadian trade negotiators should be cautious moving forward

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 9:40 am

US strikes Iran as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure

Dubai: The US military announced Wednesday, July 22, that it was conducting a 12th night of strikes against Iran as both sides increasingly targeted civilian infrastructure. US Central Command said the attacks were designed to further degrade Irans ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting regional waters, as the Americans push to regain 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 23 Jul 2026 9:32 am

France draws the line at 15: inside Europes first social media ban for children | Explained

Concerns over young users exposure to pornography, cyberbullying, and other forms of online exploitation, have been mounting in the country

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 9:23 am

FBI arrests Indian national for drug trafficking in US

Washington: The FBI has arrested Harmanveer Singh, an Indian national, for his alleged role in drug trafficking for the Ravinder Dhanda gang based out of Canada. Singh was arrested in Stockton, California, on Tuesday by officers of the California Highway Patrol, the FBI said on Wednesday. The FBI action followed Operation Hard Ball, a coordinated 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 23 Jul 2026 9:23 am

Will Trumps bunker buster bombs punch through Irans Pickaxe Mountain?

The U.S. faces a complex challenge at Irans Pickaxe Mountain, where powerful bunker buster bombs face hardy geological formations. Success is also limited by a critical minerals crunch, and could force Trump to shift from total destruction to disabling surface infrastructure and subterranean access tunnels

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 7:44 am

Iran says stopped three oil tankers transiting Hormuz

In recent weeks, Iran has hit tankers using a route hugging the Omani coast to traverse the strait, in a bid to strongarm vessels into using its own waters and pay for safe passage

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 7:32 am

US military carries out strikes on Iran as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure

US Central Command said the attacks were designed to further degrade Iran's ability to threaten civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting regional waters, as the Americans push to regain control over the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 7:27 am

Trumps 200% generic tariff threat would imperil Americans: Indian pharma

Effective August 1, 2026, all generic drugs being brought into the United States will continue to have a tariff of zero per cent for a two-year period of time, after which the tariff will be raised to 100% for a one-year period of time, and 200% thereafter, said Donald Trump

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 6:34 am

U.S. House passes record $1.15 trillion defence bill

Though it traditionally sees significant bipartisan support, the 2027 National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) passed the lower chamber in a 216-212 vote, a sign of the growing polarization under President Donald Trump

The Hindu 23 Jul 2026 5:12 am

Terrorism Trial Opens In Stabbing Of Author Salman Rushdie

The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.

NDTV 23 Jul 2026 1:54 am

Creeping death: Israel weaponises Yellow Line to annex Gaza

Analysts and locals say the move mirrors what happened after the 1967 war with Israel's occupation of the West Bank. Creeping death: Israel weaponises Yellow Line to annex Gaza

India Vision 23 Jul 2026 12:32 am

Chinas Open AI Models Are Challenging Silicon Valleys Playbook

As access to Anthropics and OpenAIs frontier models becomes more restricted, Chinese labs are pitching their open-source alternatives as stable, accessible, and increasingly capable.

Wired 23 Jul 2026 12:31 am

Trump says U.S. will destroy bridge or power plant for each Iranian attack in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. carried out another wave of strikes on Iran overnight into Wednesday, and air defences opened fire over the capital, Tehran.

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 10:34 pm

Telangana student declared brain dead after accident in US

Hyderabad: A 26-year-old man from Telangana has been declared brain dead after suffering critical injuries in a road accident near Ann Arbour in Michigan, United States, on July 18. The man, identified as Nithyanand Reddy Gannu, hails from Narsapur village of Laxmanchanda mandal, Nirmal district. He completed his Masters degree in Information Systems at Indiana 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 22 Jul 2026 8:23 pm

Trump says US will destroy a bridge or power plant for every Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz

The threat came amid escalating US-Iran strikes, regional attacks and concerns over global oil supply disruptions as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed.

The Hindu Businessline 22 Jul 2026 8:07 pm

Iran's demands over the Strait of Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent, Rubio tells Asian leaders

Top diplomats from the U.S., China, Russia and several other countries are in Manila this week to take part in the gathering of Southeast Asian Foreign Ministers

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 5:26 pm

Pakistan seeks $10 billion U.S. economic support facility

Pakistan Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb had sought U.S. support for road-to-market strategy, higher foreign exchange reserves, and enhanced sovereign credit ratings

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 4:57 pm

Indian-origin woman held in Canada for $60,000 rental scam

The Times of India 22 Jul 2026 4:55 pm

Centre Agrees To Detailed Lok Sabha Debate As Dharmendra Pradhan Meets Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

The Centre agrees to a detailed Lok Sabha debate on the NEET paper leak as Dharmendra Pradhan meets Speaker Om Birla, while Akhilesh Yadav urges Parliament to rise above politics and focus on students.

IBTimes 22 Jul 2026 4:50 pm

NEET Paper Leak Row: Vijay's TVK Demands Complete Abolition of NEET Amid Nationwide Protests

Amid student protests over NEET in Delhi, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam said its uncompromising and firm stand was that the national-level entrance test for medical aspirants should be abolished.

IBTimes 22 Jul 2026 4:48 pm

Boulder Crushes Tempo in Ramban, Killing Two; Jammu-Srinagar National Highway Closed

Two passengers were killed and three others injured after a massive boulder crashed onto a moving tempo in Ramban amid heavy rainfall on Wednesday. The tragedy came as fresh landslides forced the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, while the rain-related death toll in Jammu province climbed to 25 over the past four days. DyCM Surinder Choudhary and MP Mian Altaf Ahmad also had narrow escapes after separate landslides struck along the Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch highway.

IBTimes 22 Jul 2026 4:47 pm

A day after joining CJP protest, Sharad Pawar meets PM Modi in Parliament

The Prime Minister's Office also shared photographs of the meeting on social media, though no official details of the discussion were disclosed. The interaction took place as Parliament's Monsoon Session continues amid repeated disruptions over the student protests and the alleged NEET paper leak.

IBTimes 22 Jul 2026 4:07 pm

Modi ji doesn't have his own children, so..: Arvind Kejriwal attacks PM Modi, says congress, BJP one union; congress hits back

The Congress and AAP engaged in a fresh political slugfest after AAP accused the grand old party of working in tandem with the BJP over its protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence. While Congress dismissed the allegations and hit back at AAP

IBTimes 22 Jul 2026 4:07 pm

50 OTT platforms blocked in last 2 years for obscene content: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The Centre has blocked 50 OTT platforms in the last two years for allegedly streaming obscene content and violating provisions of the Information Technology Act, the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha.

IBTimes 22 Jul 2026 4:02 pm

Too many trucks, too many zeros: Army audit drive exposes flaws as Pentagon nears 2028 goal

The Pentagon aims for its first clean financial audit by 2028. New systems are uncovering numerous data entry errors in financial records. These mistakes include incorrect zeros and misplaced letters in inventory tracking. The Army's new digital dashboard provides a unified view of spending. This consolidated data helps correct errors and improve financial accountability.

The Economic Times 22 Jul 2026 3:59 pm

Iran strikes Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan after fresh US attacks

The conflict between the United States and Iran widened further on Wednesday, July 22, as Tehran launched fresh retaliatory attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan following an 11th consecutive night of US air strikes on Iranian military targets. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the war has cost the United States USD 37.5 billion, while 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 22 Jul 2026 2:59 pm

2,000 volunteers join a painstaking effort to restore massive skeleton of prehistoric predator

Mastodonsaurus lived about 240 million years ago during the Middle Triassic period. It was an underwater ambush hunter, preying mainly on fish and smaller amphibians

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 2:39 pm

U.S. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth estimates cost of Iran war at $37.5 billion

Pete Hegseth testified during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing at which he defended a request for $67 billion in supplemental funding for the Pentagon

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 1:06 pm

Inside Irans Pickaxe Mountain as Trump warns of strike

Tehran: US President Donald Trump has repeatedly issued threats to bomb an under-construction Iranian nuclear site buried deep under a mountain as the two nations exchange blows over the Strait of Hormuz. The site, known as Kuh-e Kolang Gaz La, or Pickaxe Mountain, lies on the south side of Irans Natanz nuclear enrichment site, which 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 22 Jul 2026 12:57 pm

Canada cancels joint bridge-opening event with U.S. after President Trump announces tariffs

Joint opening ceremony for bridge named after Canadian hockey great Gordie Howe between U.S.-Canada scheduled for July 24, cancelled as Mr. Trump announced a 50% tariff on most Canadian goods

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 12:41 pm

Trump to honour four US troops killed in Middle East

Dover: President Donald Trump on Wednesday, July 22, plans to attend the dignified transfer of four US service members killed in the Middle East. Trump will be at Dover Air Force Base when the remains of the troops killed in action are returned to their families, the White House said. The ritual is one of 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 22 Jul 2026 12:39 pm

Trump lifts 40-year US ban on direct flights to Lebanon

Washington: President Donald Trump said Tuesday, July 21, hell allow American carriers to resume direct flights to Lebanon more than 40 years after the US suspended the route. Direct flights between the US and Lebanon were suspended in 1985 by President Ronald Reagans administration following the hijacking of TWA Flight 847. I am hereby directing 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 22 Jul 2026 12:21 pm

Mamdani says NYC cant arrest Netanyahu but the federal government should

Mamdnai called Netanyahu a war criminal and said he is not welcome in New York city

The Hindu 22 Jul 2026 12:10 pm