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Suffragettes to Palestine Action: A history of direct-action protest in UK

Analysts say Britain is responding to civil disobedience with unprecedented severity. Suffragettes to Palestine Action: A history of direct-action protest in UK

India Vision 17 Jun 2026 12:32 am

The long-term implications of the U.S.-Iran deal

Irrespective of largely unaltered borders and an endgame that has barely commenced, the past three years of hostilities have triggered seismic geopolitical changes in West Asia and beyond

The Hindu 17 Jun 2026 12:25 am

US uses Iranian-style ship-to-ship tactic to move oil out of Gulf

The operation, which uses drones, helicopters and monitoring systems, has facilitated over 100 tanker-to-tanker transfers since May, according to sources and satellite data.

The Hindu Businessline 17 Jun 2026 12:06 am

Iran deal includes $300 billion fund, over half already committed

The fund, which has already secured more than half of its commitments, is designed as an economic incentive to support a broader peace deal, including reopening key trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 11:46 pm

China, Nepal FMs hold 'comprehensive' talks, discuss bilateral ties

At the meeting, Mr. Wang Yi said China has always placed its relations with Nepal in an important position in its neighbourhood diplomacy and pursues a friendly policy toward all Nepalese people

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:26 pm

France vs Senegal FIFA World Cup latest update: Will Kylian Mbapp and Sadio Man play tonight?

France and Senegal renew their historic World Cup rivalry in East Rutherford, 24 years after Senegals famous 2002 opening-day shock. Kylian Mbapp leads France after a prolific qualification campaign, while Sadio Man returns fully fit after missing 2022. Both unbeaten in qualifying, the sides meet in a high-stakes Group I opener featuring two of footballs defining modern forwards.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 10:48 pm

Watch: Why are prescriptions now mandatory for cough syrups? | Above the Fold | 16.06.2026

From new restrictions on cough syrups after child deaths, to the NTAs move against Telegram and key updates from West Bengal, West Asia and the G7 Summit - Top stories of the day

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 9:21 pm

No Israel without me: Trump slams military strikes in Beirut

Evian-le-Baines (France): United States President Donald Trump, on Tuesday, June 16, while highlighting Washingtons support for Tel Aviv, claimed that there would have been no Israel without me, and that the state would have been blown up a long time ago had he not gotten involved. Without the United States, there would be no Israel, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 7:24 pm

Multiple arrests as FBI disrupts planned attacks targeting White House UFC show, director says

The nature of the potential threat was not immediately disclosed, with additional details expected to be released once charges are unsealed later

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:17 pm

5.5 magnitude earthquake rattles Tokyo region; no danger of tsunami

There have been no reports of damage or injuries from the temblor so far, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency said

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:08 pm

Via LinkedIn: how Cape Verde hero Roberto Lopes nearly missed World Cup squad after mistaking national team message for spam

Cape Verde defender Roberto Lopes played a key role in his nation's historic World Cup draw against Spain, but his international career almost never began after he ignored a recruitment message on LinkedIn. The Irish-born centre-back eventually embraced his Cape Verdean roots, helping the tournament debutants frustrate the European champions and continue one of football's most remarkable underdog stories.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 6:48 pm

DR Congo Ebola peak 'in front of us', outbreak could last a year, says Red Cross

The peak is, I think, not beyond us, but in front of us; we are afraid that this could last one year before ending the outbreak, says Bruno Michon, the IFRC's operations manager for the Ebola outbreak

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 6:23 pm

Iran says talks on final U.S. deal to begin this week

In the final agreement, decisions will be made on the nuclear issues and the lifting of sanctions, said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 6:19 pm

U.K. increases Russia sanctions to bring war machine to halt: PM Keir Starmer

Britain PM Keir Starmers office said 70 new sanctions actions will choke Russia's war effort across multiple fronts by targeting Russia's illicit shadow fleet, military procurement supply chain and finance networks used to circumvent sanctions

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 5:31 pm

Japan undecided on sending military to Hormuz

Japan signed onto a joint statement issued on June 15 by European nations

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 5:22 pm

U.K.s Reeves says she hopes to avoid raising tax before next budget

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves also signalled a further uplift in defence spending in the government's Defence Investment Plan, due to be published before NATO's summit in July

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 5:03 pm

FIFA WC: Big upsets so far are matches ending at 0-0,1-1,2-2

Miami Gardens: The teams that are ranked 61st, 67th and 85th in FIFAs world rankings all were heavy underdogs in their first matches at the World Cup. They all played Monday. None of them won. None of them lost, either. Through five days and 16 matches of soccers biggest extravaganza ever, the underdogs are proving Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 4:54 pm

Iran deal says loud and clear that Tehran wont have a nuclear weapon, says Donald Trump

Trump appeared critical of Israels strategy in Lebanon and also suggested that neighbouring Syria which under President Ahmed al-Sharaa is struggling to stabilise the country after years of civil war could be best placed to intervene

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 4:40 pm

PM Modi congratulates new Iraq PM Ali Falih Kadhim al-Zaidi on assuming charge

Ali Falih Kadhim Al-Zaidi emerged as a consensus candidate for Prime Minister after weeks of internal debate among the Coordination Framework's member parties

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:50 pm

Indias U.S. dilemma as ties turn taxing, benefits shrink

Countries that partnered with the United States over the decades subordinated their strategic autonomy, and even national sovereignty, for the benefits that came with it

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:46 pm

Kuwait launches 15-year residency scheme for foreign investors with KD5m minimum investment

Kuwait has introduced a new 15-year residency program for eligible foreign investors and senior executives, a significant policy shift aimed at attracting global capital. This initiative seeks to provide greater certainty for long-term business planning and encourage foreign direct investment, supporting economic diversification beyond oil revenues.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 3:45 pm

Lithuania set to appoint new Prime Minister, says ruling party

Mindaugas Sinkevicius is ready to assume full responsibility for the formation of the new Government, Lithuanias Social Democrat Party said

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:26 pm

President Donald Trump to host Iraqi PM at White House in mid-July: U.S. Embassy

The announcement comes during a visit by the U.S. special presidential envoy to Iraq, Tom Barrack, to Baghdad

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:19 pm

President Donald in mid-July: U.S. Embassy

The announcement comes during a visit by the U.S. special presidential envoy to Iraq, Tom Barrack, to Baghdad

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:13 pm

Peter Pellegrini to be Slovakias President as ex-Foreign Minister Ivan Korcok concedes defeat

Mr. Pellegrini, 48, who favors a strong role for the State, heads the left-wing Hlas (Voice) party that finished third in the vote and joined a governing coalition with Mr. Fico and the ultranationalist Slovak National Party

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 3:08 pm

Pretty Crazy Token Usage Is Testing Bosses Bet on AI

A Silicon Valley software maker and an ecommerce company reveal to WIRED how they are navigating the emerging challenge of tokenomics.

Wired 16 Jun 2026 3:00 pm

Taiwan fires rockets in Chinas direction from a U.S.-supplied mobile launching system in drill

The HIMARS was the centerpiece of the drill and after receiving a firing order, the vehicles maneuvered into position and launched their rockets with bright flashes within three minutes, demonstrating their mobility

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:07 pm

U.S.-Iran deal: Iranian FM Araghchi says end of war includes end of Israel's occupation of Lebanon

Iranian state television quoted the top official making the comment to foreign diplomats in a briefing. It did not air the remarks, but put them in an on-screen graphic

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:05 pm

Taiwan's Parliament approves $25 billion defence spending bill

Taiwanese lawmakers have been at loggerheads over how much to spend on improving defence capabilities against a potential attack by China, which claims the island is part of its territory and has threatened to seize it forcibly.

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 2:03 pm

Taiwan President says he won't give up on defence spending after Parliament cuts

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te wants to increase defence spending to 5% of GDP by 2030 from around 3% currently

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 1:39 pm

Iran's Araqchi says talks with US to finalise agreement will start on Friday

Iran and the United States are set to begin crucial negotiations in Switzerland this Friday. The talks aim to finalise a comprehensive agreement following the commencement of an interim deal. Iran's Foreign Minister also issued a stern warning regarding any Israeli actions against Lebanon. He emphasised that such moves would breach the interim accord.

The Economic Times 16 Jun 2026 1:31 pm

India seeks rare earth samples from Rosneft-owned Siberian deposit, source says

India is keen to study the mineral composition of the deposit before considering deeper engagement, said the source, who has knowledge of the matter and spoke on the condition of anonymity as the discussions are confidential

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 1:12 pm

Moscow oil refinery damaged in Ukrainian drone attack: Mayor

The plant, Gazpromneft refinery, processed 11.6 million tonnes of oil, producing 2.9 million tonnes of petrol and 3.2 million tonnes of diesel in 2024

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 1:11 pm

6.7 magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia, causing scattered damage

The quake was centred 46 kilometers east-southeast of Palu, the capital of Central Sulawesi province

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 1:00 pm

Australia declares strong El Nino in tropical Pacific as risks to agriculture loom

The weather pattern is particularly damaging to Australia as it impacts agricultural production in the country

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:27 pm

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:13 pm

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:13 pm

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 12:08 pm

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:52 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:45 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:43 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:10 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 11:08 am

India, ASEAN steel demand to offset China slowdown Rio Tinto

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

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 11:05 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:57 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:53 am

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

Inglewood (US): Iran opened its politically charged World Cup by playing to a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday night, overcoming two deficits and getting the tying goal from Mohammad Mohebbi in the 64th minute. Ramin Rezaeian scored an early goal and assisted on Mohebbis goal for the Iranians, whose World Cup cycle has Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 10:36 am

G7 leaders open summit talks on Ukraine and West Asia as Zelenskyy joins in France

Emmanuel Macron said he'll seek to persuade Donald Trump to continue supporting Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia to help reach a peace agreement

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:35 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 10:31 am

6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Part of Indonesia

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

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jun 2026 10:06 am

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

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

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 9:55 am

6.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Indonesias Sulawesi island, no tsunami threat

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

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 9:45 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 9:42 am

The path to the U.S.-Iran framework agreement

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 9:23 am

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

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

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 9:15 am

Trumps Iran deal draws Capitol Hill scrutiny

Washington: Republicans on Capitol Hill said Monday, June 15, they need more information about the agreement between the United States and Iran announced by President Donald Trump, and some are expressing scepticism as they ask the White House for details. The agreement announced Sunday, June 14, to end the war in Iran, set for a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 8:38 am

Slovakia endorses Indias bid for permanent UNSC membership

Bratislava: Slovakia backed Indias bid for permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council as the two countries elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modis landmark visit to the Central European nation. In a joint statement issued after talks between Prime Minister Modi and his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 8:25 am

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

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

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 8:05 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 8:01 am

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

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

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 7:55 am

JD Vance to lead US delegation for Iran peace deal signing in Switzerland

The agreement framework has already been signed digitally by key negotiators, while discussions focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ensuring energy supplies continue smoothly

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 7:45 am

UN Security Council urges Taliban to restore womens rights

United Nations: The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution Monday, June 15, calling on Afghanistans Taliban rulers to swiftly reverse their crackdown on women and to combat militant groups inside Afghanistan that Pakistan accuses of carrying out cross-border attacks. Chinas UN Ambassador Fu Cong, whose country sponsored the resolution, said the hope is that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 7:44 am

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

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

The Hindu 16 Jun 2026 7:42 am

FIFA WC: Belgium held by Egypt despite Lukakus instant impact

Seattle: Romelu Lukakus entrance as a second-half substitute drew a standing ovation from the smattering of Belgium supporters. It took only 23 seconds to turn those hopeful cheers into raptures of euphoria. Lukakus presence sparked an immediate attack that led to Belgiums lone goal against Egypt on Monday, helping to earn a 1-1 draw in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 16 Jun 2026 7:29 am

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

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

The Times of India 16 Jun 2026 7:27 am

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

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

The Hindu Businessline 16 Jun 2026 7:25 am