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Watch: Gold and silver import duties doubled following Modis appeal | Above the Fold | 13.05.2026

In todays episode Union government steps up austerity measures as the West Asia crisis deepens, with the Centre doubling gold and silver import duty and BJP leaders cutting convoy sizes, U.S. President Donald Trumps China visit, and more.

The Hindu 13 May 2026 9:09 pm

Five convicted in connection with Matthew Perrys death

The prosecution of five defendants stemming from the death of Friends star Matthew Perry is coming to a close

The Hindu 13 May 2026 8:52 pm

Africa must drop 'victim mentality': mogul Tony Elumelu

Nigerian investor Tony Elumelu called on African countries to prioritise economic development and infrastructure over colonial-era mistrust of foreign powers.

The Hindu 13 May 2026 8:32 pm

In Irans holy city of Qom, Indian volunteers serve sharbat amid war fears and protests

For many here, it is a symbol that while governments may change positions and diplomacy may fluctuate, ordinary people can still choose compassion

The Hindu 13 May 2026 8:23 pm

Utah woman who published a book on grief after husbands death to be sentenced for his murder

A Utah woman found guilty of aggravated murder in her husbands death finds out how long she will spend in prison at a sentencing hearing in Park City, Utah

The Hindu 13 May 2026 8:15 pm

Iran now defines Strait of Hormuz as far larger zone, IRGC officer says

Iran has broadened its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a larger operational zone, an officer from Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Tuesday (May 12, 2026)

The Hindu 13 May 2026 7:31 pm

Global fire outbreaks hit record high as unprecedented heat extremes loom, scientists say

Scientists warn that climate change and El Nino could fuel severe wildfire outbreaks this year

The Hindu 13 May 2026 7:27 pm

Kings Speech outlines U.K. govt. agenda asStarmersfuture hangs in the balance

The U.K.s commitment to the Wests military alliance NATO was unbreakable, he said

The Hindu 13 May 2026 6:13 pm

Global Faultlines podcast | Why Lebanon remains in perpetual crisis

In this episode, we examine how Lebanons post-war recovery gave way to economic collapse, political paralysis, and renewed conflict, from the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war to the 2019 protests and the recent crisis.

The Hindu 13 May 2026 5:02 pm

UAE designates 21 Lebanese individuals, organisations as terrorists over alleged Hezbollah links

An official Emirati news agency published the names of 16 Lebanese nationals and five organisations based in the Mediterranean country

The Hindu 13 May 2026 4:20 pm

Russia to fulfill all agreements on energy supply to India: FM Lavrov

Lavrov pointed out that Russia has never failed to fulfil its obligations to India or anyone else when it comes to energy supplies.

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 4:07 pm

Trump heads to China, says no need for Xi's help on Iran war

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 3:05 pm

Global crude oil supply to plunge below demand this year amid Iran war: IEA

West Asia disruptions and restricted Hormuz tanker traffic have triggered an unprecedented supply shock, with over 14 million barrels per day shut in, the International Energy Agency said in its monthly oil market report

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 2:49 pm

Portugal aims to stop relying on EU funds; seeks to become net EU contributor: PM Luis Montenegro

We are mobilising Portugal to be prepared, not to stand with an outstretched hand asking, but to present credible, ambitious, strong projects that can be selected on the basis of their merit, PM Luis Montenegro said

The Hindu 13 May 2026 2:37 pm

Iran war fall-out: Fuel price spike powers solar sales in energy-hungry Asia

Shift to solar a likely windfall for China, the worlds largest provider of solar technology

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 2:27 pm

Iran executes man accused of spying for Israel, allegedly trained by Mossad

Iran executes Ehsan Afrashteh, a spy trained by Mossad, who was arrested and tried for espionage and collaboration with the Zionist regime

The Hindu 13 May 2026 1:34 pm

Americans financial struggles not a motivating factor to end war: Trump

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday, May 12, said that Americans financial gains were not even a little bit a motivating factor in his decision-making while negotiating with Iran to end the war. To him, preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon outweighs other issues. When asked by a reporter to what extent Americans 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 13 May 2026 1:24 pm

U.S. appeals court halts order declaring Trumps global 10% tariff illegal

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on May 12 issued a brief order that included an administrative stay on the CITs order, setting a schedule for both sides to file briefs on the matter

The Hindu 13 May 2026 1:16 pm

'Nothing is happening' in U.S.-Russia relations: Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov

After winning the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, Donald Trump re-established U.S. dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin and has repeatedly promised to end the war in Ukraine

The Hindu 13 May 2026 1:13 pm

Going to do whatever is necessary: Trump on Russian oil waiver; forecasts inflation drop after Iran war

Mr. Trump further claimed that the U.S. economy was poised for what he described as a Golden Age, adding that the inflationary pressures would ease sharply after the conflict

The Hindu 13 May 2026 12:58 pm

Pentagon says U.S. cost of Iran war nearing $29 billion

But the joint staff team and the comptroller team are constantly looking at that estimate, and so now we think it's closer to 29, says Pentagon finance chief Jules Hurst III

The Hindu 13 May 2026 12:39 pm

Elon Musk Had Hair-Raising Idea of Passing OpenAI On to His Kids, Sam Altman Says

Musks lawyers questioned Altman over allegations of deception and his network of financial investments, but the OpenAI CEO painted a picture of Musk a... Elon Musk Had Hair-Raising Idea of Passing OpenAI On to His Kids, Sam Altman Says

India Vision 13 May 2026 11:32 am

Japan megabanks to gain access to Anthropic's Mythos in about two weeks, source says

Mythos is viewed by cybersecurity experts as posing significant challenges to the banking industry and its legacy technology systems

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 11:28 am

India stock markets open flat amid mixed global cues, lower oil prices

Indian equity markets opened on a flat note amid mixed global signals and easing crude oil prices. The Sensex and Nifty posted marginal gains in early trade, while sector-wise performance remained mixed, with IT and media stocks under pressure and metals

IBTimes 13 May 2026 10:38 am

Mulayam Singh Yadav's son Prateek Yadav dies at 38 after health complications

Prateek Yadav, son of Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, died in Lucknow at 38. A real estate developer and fitness enthusiast, he was married to Aparna Yadav. A post-mortem will determine the cause of death.

IBTimes 13 May 2026 10:35 am

Tamil Nadu Assembly session LIVE: CM Vijay moves resolution seeking confidence vote

AIADMK MLAs from the faction supporting Edappadi K. Palaniswami have announced their intentions to vote against the confidence motion Tamil Nadu Assembly session LIVE: CM Vijay moves resolution seeking confidence vote

India Vision 13 May 2026 10:33 am

$29 billion or $1 trillion: What Iran war is costing the US

Expert warns total expenditure could reach $1 trillion including long-term military and veterans costs

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 9:49 am

US intel shows majority of Iran's missile network intact, going against Trump's claims that it had been decimated

Iran is reported to have restored operational access to 30 of the 33 missile sites that it currently maintains along the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 9:32 am

Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan

China strongly opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, urging Washington to honor commitments ahead of President Trump's Beijing summit. Beijing views Taiwan as its territory and a core interest, while the U.S. is legally bound to provide defensive means. Taiwan's reduced defense budget approval raises concerns about Beijing using it as leverage with Trump.

The Economic Times 13 May 2026 9:31 am

What is in the U.S. Senate's landmark crypto bill?

Crypto companies say that prohibiting third parties, such as crypto exchanges, from paying interest on stablecoins would be anti-competitive

The Hindu 13 May 2026 9:28 am

Japan snack giant drops colors as war in Iran hits ink supply

Tokyo: The packaging on some snacks in Japan is turning a sombre black-and-white, as the war in Iran disrupts the supply of an ingredient used in colored ink. Tokyo-based Calbee Inc., which makes potato chips and cereal, said whats inside remains the same. Calbees popular snacks are available in Japans omnipresent convenience stores and shipped 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 13 May 2026 9:27 am

Worlds biggest firms gain USD 4.18tn during Iran conflict

The combined market capitalisation of the worlds 10 most valuable companies has increased by USD 4.18 trillion since the start of the Iran war in late February, supported by strong investor confidence in artificial intelligence (AI) and improving market sentiment. According to Anadolu Agency, the total value of the top firms reached USD 29.24 trillion 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 13 May 2026 8:58 am

85-year-old French widow caught in Trump's immigration crackdown describes her detention

She was held in a dormitory-style room with 58 other women, mostly mothers

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 8:45 am

US Golden Dome missile defence project may cost $1.2 trillion over 20 years

The space- and ground-based missile shield is designed to detect and intercept missile threats at multiple stages and is partly inspired by Israels Iron Dome defence system

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 7:47 am

Trump's proposed Golden Dome estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than he initially said

The U.S. Golden Dome is envisioned to include ground- and space-based capabilities able to detect, intercept and stop missiles at all major stages of a potential attack

The Hindu 13 May 2026 7:42 am

'Labour MPs must recognise what life's like for ordinary people and stop backstabbing'

Following Labour's awful election results last week, Keir Starmer has defied mounting calls to quit and dared his rivals to act, leaving the party in ... 'Labour MPs must recognise what life's like for ordinary people and stop backstabbing'

India Vision 13 May 2026 7:35 am

US Air Force jet crashes in Alabama during training 'mishap' as two pilots eject safely

The aircraft crashed in a wooded area of Lamar County, Alabama, near the Mississippi border, with both pilots transported to a medical facility for ev... US Air Force jet crashes in Alabama during training 'mishap' as two pilots eject safely

India Vision 13 May 2026 7:33 am

Tourist left to die in wheelchair day before birthday after arriving on dream holiday

Melissa Kerry Samnath, 37, died from blunt force trauma injuries while on a birthday trip to Jamaica. Before her death, she sent her family a desperat... Tourist left to die in wheelchair day before birthday after arriving on dream holiday

India Vision 13 May 2026 7:32 am

Kuwait says it foiled Iranian attack near strategic Gulf port project

The developments come as fears grow over renewed regional conflict, with the Strait of Hormuz still disrupted and global energy markets under pressure

The Hindu Businessline 13 May 2026 7:23 am

10 rescued after a small plane crashes off the Florida coast

The aircraft crashed about 50 miles (80 kilometers) east of Floridas Vero Beach Regional Airport at around 12:05 p.m.

The Hindu 13 May 2026 7:11 am

Iran war live: Trump travels to China as conflict with Tehran looms large

Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed 2,883 people and injured 8,787 since March 2, Lebanon's Health Ministry says. Iran war live: Trump travels to China as conflict with Tehran looms large

India Vision 13 May 2026 6:33 am

Starmer at risk because he pushed Labour to be new Conservative Party

Author Oliver Eagleton explains why British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is fighting for his job. Starmer at risk because he pushed Labour to be new Conservative Party

India Vision 13 May 2026 6:32 am

The Unitree GD01 Is a Giant Mecha Robot You Can Actually Buy

Chinas Unitree, famous for making low-cost dancing robots, will now sell you a giant, wall-smashing mecha.

Wired 13 May 2026 4:21 am

Islamic State claims deadly attack on Syrian government forces

The Syrian state news agency SANA reported that two Syrian army soldiers were killed and others wounded in an attack by unknown assailants on a bus in the Hasakah countryside

The Hindu 13 May 2026 3:33 am

Irans Guards hold military drills in capital as ceasefire teeters

The IRGC enhances its combat preparedness amid fears of renewed conflict after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that the ceasefire was on the brink of collapse

The Hindu 13 May 2026 3:30 am

Half-Indian footballer wins tribunal and pursues 12m after being called curry muncher by manager

Former QPR midfielder Amrit Bansal-McNulty, who is half-Indian, has partially won his employment tribunal case against ex-Crawley Town manager John Yems after racial harassment claims were upheld. The former Northern Ireland youth international is now pursuing around 12 million in compensation, alleging the abuse caused psychiatric damage and ended his football career. Claims against QPR were dismissed, while Crawley Town was found vicariously liable.

The Times of India 13 May 2026 3:26 am

Trump embarks on visit to China, focus on trade

The U.S. President sought to downplay differences with Chinese President Xi Jinping over Iran and the shadow the conflict is casting on global oil markets

The Hindu 13 May 2026 2:05 am

Russia test-fires new Sarmat nuclear missile amid military modernisation push

President Vladimir Putin said the missile, known in the West as Satan II, would enter combat service by the end of the year and described it as the worlds most powerful missile

The Hindu Businessline 12 May 2026 11:49 pm

US CPI climbs 3.8% in April as oil prices and energy costs fuel inflation

Higher energy prices, driven by tensions involving Iran and elevated oil prices, played a major role in the increase

The Hindu Businessline 12 May 2026 11:14 pm

IMD unveils weather model to provide block level forecast of monsoon journey

It has been a long-standing aim of the IMD to provide hyper local forecasts to enable farmers to time their sowing precisely

The Hindu 12 May 2026 10:46 pm

Amid economic recovery fuelled by worker remittances, Sri Lanka remains wary of West Asian conflict

The United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia were the largest sources of remittances, along with the United Kingdom, which included funds routed through other countries

The Hindu 12 May 2026 10:25 pm

Kuwait accuses Iran of sending armed Revolutionary Guard team to attack an island in nation

Kuwait has come under repeated attack by Iran in the war and even during the shaky ceasefire still holding in the region

The Hindu 12 May 2026 10:20 pm

UN condemns child death toll from Israel's West Bank operations

Israeli forces were responsible for a full 93% of the children killed in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, since January 2025

The Hindu 12 May 2026 10:03 pm

Trump Media Scales Back Plans for Its Own Prediction Market

Truth Predict was supposed to be the Trump familys biggest leap yet into prediction markets. Now its looking more like a tiptoe.

Wired 12 May 2026 9:27 pm

Donald Trump slams Cuba amid threats to takeover the country in new outburst

United States President Donald Trump claims that he is going to have talks with Cuba having previously threatened to take over the country... Donald Trump slams Cuba amid threats to takeover the country in new outburst

India Vision 12 May 2026 7:35 pm

Russian photographer sentenced to forced labour for writing LGBT K-Pop fanfiction

Alexandra Kuzyk, 36, is being sent to a forced labour camp after a Russian judge found her guilty of writing LGBT fanfiction online about K-Pop boy ba... Russian photographer sentenced to forced labour for writing LGBT K-Pop fanfiction

India Vision 12 May 2026 7:33 pm

Carnival Cruise passenger dies after 'losing control of scooter' and plunging into water

A Carnival Cruise Line passenger died after she reportedly 'lost control' of her mobility scooter and 'drove off' the pier at the cruise line's privat... Carnival Cruise passenger dies after 'losing control of scooter' and plunging into water

India Vision 12 May 2026 7:32 pm

U.K. man in court charged with arson at former London synagogue

A U.K. man faces arson charges over a fire at a former London synagogue amid a police investigation

The Hindu 12 May 2026 6:29 pm

Israel sent Iron Dome batteries, personnel to UAE: U.S. ambassador to Israel

They (UAE) were the first Abraham Accords member but look at the benefits that they have had as a result. Israel just sent them Iron Dome batteries and personnel to help operate them. How come? Because theres an extraordinary relationship between the UAE and Israel based on the Abraham Accords, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee said

The Hindu 12 May 2026 6:19 pm

Qatar says Iran should not use Hormuz to 'blackmail' Gulf

Iran should not use this strait as a weapon to pressure or to blackmail the Gulf countries, Qatars Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said

The Hindu 12 May 2026 6:05 pm

Kremlin repeats Putin's assertion that Ukraine war is nearly over after Zelenskyy casts doubt

Despite Kyiv accusing Russia of having no intention of ending the conflict, President Vladimir Putin claims the war in Ukraine was nearing its end

The Hindu 12 May 2026 6:01 pm

Lewis Hamilton facing weeks to decide retirement as experts claim Ferrari have 'perfect' replacement ready

Lewis Hamiltons Ferrari future is under growing scrutiny amid a difficult 2025 season, with no wins and ongoing struggles against Charles Leclerc. Former drivers and pundits have fuelled retirement talk, with some suggesting Silverstone could be a turning point. However, others insist the seven-time world champion will continue as long as he remains competitive and motivated.

The Times of India 12 May 2026 5:27 pm

Iran chief negotiator says U.S. must accept proposal or face 'failure'

Following U.S. President Donald Trumps rejection of Tehrans latest counteroffer, Iran issued an ultimatum to the U.S. to accept its 14-point proposal for peace

The Hindu 12 May 2026 4:54 pm

Bomb rigged to rickshaw explodes in Pakistan bazaar, killing 9 and wounding more than 2 dozen others

No group immediately claimed responsibility for the bombing

The Hindu 12 May 2026 4:37 pm

Progress in talks with U.S. but no deal yet: Greenland PM

We are negotiating but we don't have an agreement, Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said in a speech to the Copenhagen Democracy Summit

The Hindu 12 May 2026 4:23 pm

Israel ran a 1 million dollar campaign to influence 2025 Eurovision results

Vienna: Competition starts Tuesday, May 12, at theEurovision Song Contest, with divisions over Israels participation hanging over the 70th birthday of the over-the-toppop music extravaganza. Host cityViennahas been bedecked in hearts and the contests United by Music motto for a week in which singers and bandsfrom 35 countries will competeonstage for the continents musical crown. 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 12 May 2026 4:22 pm

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer tells Cabinet he will not resign

Among those considered challengers to Mr. Starmer are former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham

The Hindu 12 May 2026 3:56 pm

Sky Sports issues rare on-air apology after Italian Open star vomits on court during gruelling victory

Sky Sports commentators were forced to apologise live on air after cameras captured Hamad Medjedovic vomiting on court during his dramatic Italian Open victory over Mariano Navone. The exhausted Serbian battled through physical collapse to secure the biggest Masters 1000 win of his career, reaching the Rome round of 16 after an emotional three-hour comeback that left players, fans and broadcasters stunned.

The Times of India 12 May 2026 2:54 pm

Genuine urgency: Chinas underlying concerns at the Xi-Trump talks

When U.S. President Donald Trump meets Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing this week, the shadow the Iran conflict casts over the summit might appear to give Chinas leader a clear advantage

The Hindu 12 May 2026 2:05 pm

One hundred percent: Jannik Sinners legendary coach says the Italian will be last player he ever coaches

Jannik Sinners coach Darren Cahill has admitted he remains uncertain about his future with the Italian star beyond 2026, despite delaying retirement after Sinners Wimbledon triumph. Cahill confirmed the pair will reassess their partnership at seasons end, while insisting Sinner will be the final player of his coaching career. Meanwhile, Sinner continues his dominant run on the ATP Tour.

The Times of India 12 May 2026 1:58 pm

Jeffrey Epstein files go on display at New York pop-up exhibit featuring 3.5 million pages

The library, titled The Donald J. Trump and Jeffrey Epstein Memorial Reading Room, created by the Institute for Primary Facts, comprising of 3,437 bound volumes, will run until May 21

The Hindu 12 May 2026 11:59 am