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Pakistan PM enters Kaaba, performs Umrah during Saudi visit

Makkah: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and members of his high-level delegation performed Umrah in Makkah early on Friday, August 7, during their official visit to Saudi Arabia, the Prime Ministers Office said. The delegation included Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal 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 7 Aug 2026 2:14 pm

Mexico break ranks to join Argentina in backing Infantino

Mexico goes against its regional governing body Concacaf to publicly support under-fire Fifa president Gianni Infantino.

BBC 7 Aug 2026 2:12 pm

Damascus Jaramana blast toll corrected: 14 hurt, no deaths in taxi bombing

Damascus Jaramana blast toll corrected: 14 hurt, no deaths in taxi bombing

India Today 7 Aug 2026 2:10 pm

World food prices hit 3-year high in July as weather and war weigh, FAO says

A 3.4% month-on-month rise in the FAO's Cereal Price Index drove the trend, fuelled in turn by a 5.8% jump in wheat prices, the agency said.

The Economic Times 7 Aug 2026 2:08 pm

Kazi Jesin appointed BTV director general

The appointment was announced in a notification issued on Thursday by the Contract and Foreign Appointment Wing of the Ministry of Public Administration.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 2:04 pm

Mizo National Front Demands Mizoram CM Lalduhoma

Aizawl, Aug 7: The Mizo National Front (MNF), Mizorams principal opposition party, has called on Chief Minister Lalduhoma to issue a public apology and withdraw his recent remarks concerning the Inner Line Permit (ILP) and the Mizoram Peace Accord. The demand was made on Thursday, with the MNF setting a deadline of August 15 for... The post Mizo National Front Demands Mizoram CM Lalduhomas Public Apology Over ILP, Peace Accord Remarks Before Aug 15 first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 7 Aug 2026 2:04 pm

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Denies PLA Incursion In Upper Subansiri, Says Inputs From Nah Tribe And Army Being Taken On Viral Taksing Video

Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday dismissed reports of a Chinese PLA incursion in Taksing Circle, Upper Subansiri after viral videos of an alleged Army-PLA face-off dated July 26, 2026 surfaced online, with a reported timestamp of July 26, 2026. Denying the claims, Chief Minister Pema Khandu said there was no incursion in the area.... The post Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Denies PLA Incursion In Upper Subansiri, Says Inputs From Nah Tribe And Army Being Taken On Viral Taksing Video first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 7 Aug 2026 1:59 pm

Tell us your favourite true crime TV

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 1:46 pm

Flo: Therapy at the Club review

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 1:30 pm

Forget Nvidia chips, China's next big race is being slowed down by an unlikely rival: monkeys

Lab primate prices in China have surged over 1,000% in eight years, with a single cynomolgus macaque now costing around Rs 22 lakh. The shortage is delaying preclinical drug trials by up to ten months, projected to persist until 2028, and is now being compared by industry insiders to the global semiconductor crunch.

The Economic Times 7 Aug 2026 1:20 pm

Arunachal: Pema Khandu rejects Chinese incursion claims, seeks verification of Taksing reports

Dibrugarh: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Friday rejected claims of a fresh Chinese incursion into Indian territory, saying the Indian Army remains deployed along the frontier and is maintaining security in the area. Speaking to reporters, Khandu said he did not believe an incursion had taken place but added that the allegations raised [] The post Arunachal: Pema Khandu rejects Chinese incursion claims, seeks verification of Taksing reports appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 Aug 2026 1:12 pm

US curbs birthright citizenship: When did India abolish it?

US President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on Thursday, August 6, limiting eligibility for birthright citizenship, while India abolished the provision decades ago. India is among the many countries that abolished birthright citizenship decades ago. What is birthright citizenship? Countries that grant birthright citizenship follow the principle of jus soli (right of the soil), 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 7 Aug 2026 1:02 pm

Volkswagen owners urge urgent action to cut costs, fend off China rivals

Volkswagen's controlling families are urging management to act now. They emphasize the company's historic crossroads and need for sustainable competitiveness. Excess capacity must be reduced and costs significantly lowered. Decision-making processes need strengthening to address growing problems. This comes as Porsche SE reported a drop in its adjusted half-year earnings.

The Economic Times 7 Aug 2026 1:00 pm

Surgeons Shield Patient As 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan During Operation

The earthquake caused significant damage on Kyushu island, killing 38 people and injuring over 120, with thousands losing power and water.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 12:55 pm

Actor, Engineer, Extrimist's Widow Among Syria's New Women MPs

With 15 of the women appointed by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the lineup likely reflects the new authorities' keenness to demonstrate inclusivity following criticism that women and minorities have been under-represented in the country's post-war transition.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 12:53 pm

Thailand Teen Shooter Killed Grandparents Before Shooting 5 In His School

According to police, the9mm handgun used by the ninth-grade student belonged to his grandfather, who was a teacher.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 12:41 pm

Unverified border visuals circulating online: 'Trust only official sources'

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has cautioned citizens and the media against sharing unverified visuals and misleading claims related to the India-China border circulating on social media. It urged everyone to rely only on official updates from the Ministry of Defence and the Indian Armed Forces

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:32 pm

Bengaluru to host the highest-ever Day One screenings for Yash's 'Toxic'

The film will release across an unprecedented number of screens and shows statewide, while Bengaluru alone is set to witness a record-breaking number of Day One screenings, establishing a new benchmark for theatrical exhibition

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:32 pm

Alley Cats review

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 12:31 pm

The Last House review

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 12:31 pm

Behind Milburn

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 12:30 pm

India, China discuss LAC situation and border management during diplomatic talks: MEA

The two sides held detailed exchanges on issues related to boundary delimitation, border management, mechanism-building and trans-border cooperation

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 12:27 pm

Yemen: Over 30 soldiers killed in Houthi attacks

At least 30 soldiers of Yemen's internationally recognized government were killed in coordinated attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on military camps in Marib and Hadramout provinces.

NewsBytes 7 Aug 2026 12:20 pm

Watch: Moment earthquake shakes hospital operating room in Japan

Security camera footage shows doctors shielding a patient on the operating table as last month's magnitude 6.8 quake shook Kumamoto General Hospital.

BBC 7 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Nagaland: Sumi Naga tribe approaches Gauhati HC over

Guwahati: A group of 1,065 members of Nagalands Sumi Naga community has approached the Gauhati High Court seeking intervention over a disputed re-edited version of the Holy Bible in the Sumi Naga language. The petition, filed before the Kohima Bench of the Gauhati High Court, concerns the Sumi Naga Re-edited 2025 edition published by the [] The post Nagaland: Sumi Naga tribe approaches Gauhati HC over distorted Bible translation appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 7 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Lok Sabha Passes Taxation Bill Without Debate Amid Opposition Protests; Extends Tax Incentives And UPI Reform

The Lok Sabha passed the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026 without debate amid Opposition protests. The legislation extends tax incentives for electronics manufacturing, eases rules for foreign investors and cloud companies, and empowers the government to modify the zero-MDR framework for UPI and RuPay transactions.

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:16 pm

Ramayana English trailer uses Brahma AI lip-sync; fans call Ranbir Kapoor's voice the 'most accurate'

The makers of Ramayana have released the English-dubbed trailer with Brahma AI-powered lip-sync technology. Ranbir Kapoor's English dubbing has won praise from fans, while Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expressed hope that Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana will bring home an Oscar.

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:15 pm

Netanyahu dials PM Modi, discusses West Asia situation and progress in India-Israel ties

PM Modi on Thursday spoke with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed recent developments in West Asia. The leaders reviewed progress in the India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership, reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and agreed to remain in touch.

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:14 pm

Indian-origin PhD student found dead in California after solo hike

Vikram Mubayi, a PhD student of Indian origin at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), was found dead after going missing during a solo hiking trip in California's Big Pine Lakes area.

NewsBytes 7 Aug 2026 12:13 pm

PM Modi's foreign trips cost nearly 75 crore so far this year: MEA

The data provided by the ministry showed that a maximum expense of 17,46,50,390 was incurred during the visit to Norway in the second half of May. This was followed by 11,92,25,938 that was spent on the Prime Minister's visit to Israel in February. He has visited 13 countries this year so far.

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:13 pm

Assam Launches Census 2027 Theme Song Sung By Late Zubeen Garg To Boost Public Awareness

Guwahati, Aug 7: The Directorate of Census Operations (DCO), Assam, has officially launched the Census 2027 Theme Song at a special programme in Amingaon, Kamrup district. The event, held on Thursday, was marked by a ceremonial lamp-lighting in memory of the late Zubeen Garg, whose voice continues to resonate deeply across Assam. His rendition of... The post Assam Launches Census 2027 Theme Song Sung By Late Zubeen Garg To Boost Public Awareness first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 7 Aug 2026 12:11 pm

India's coffee exports expand to 140 countries; GI-tagged coffee growers get government support

The government said Indian coffee was exported to more than 140 countries in FY202526, with growing demand in markets such as the UAE, Australia, South Korea, Egypt, Kuwait, the UK, and new destinations including Djibouti, Micronesia and Timor-Leste. I

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:10 pm

UPI charges not applicable to users, FM Sitharaman says after Opposition's criticism

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman rejected Congress' claims that the Taxation and Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, would make UPI transactions chargeable, clarifying that MDR applies only to merchants. She said UPI payments will remain free, and any future levy would require a separate government notification.

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:09 pm

Govt, Meta to hold fresh talks on algorithms and content moderation amid regulatory scrutiny

The Centre will hold fresh discussions with Meta on its recommendation algorithms and content moderation systems as it strengthens oversight of digital platforms. The talks will focus on tackling harmful content, deepfakes and child sexual abuse material while ensuring compliance with Indian laws

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:08 pm

Sensex drops 439 points, Nifty slips below 24,550 at opening bell

The Sensex fell 438.68 points to 78,516.08, while the Nifty slipped 97.10 points to 24,538.90. Banking, financial and cement stocks led the losses, whereas IT, auto, realty, FMCG and telecom shares gained

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 12:08 pm

OpenAI's New Device Will Be Hockey Puck-Sized And Cost Over $300

Designed with Jony Ive's LoveFrom, the doughnut-shaped speaker will have moving parts and cameras, and launch in 2027 amid Apple's lawsuit.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 11:57 am

Caldentey embraces 'cool' pressure as Arsenal target Treble

Midfielder Mariona Caldentey explains why Arsenal, strengthened by seven new players, are talking up their chances of winning the Treble this season.

BBC 7 Aug 2026 11:57 am

39 moves across five countries - football's ultimate journeyman

As he prepares to manage in the FA Cup for the first time, Zeph Thomas tells BBC Sport about his extraordinary career path spanning 39 moves in 18 years.

BBC 7 Aug 2026 11:51 am

Thailand School Shooting Leaves at Least Six

A student opened fire at a high school near Bangkok, according to local news media.

The New York Times 7 Aug 2026 11:45 am

Dhaka-Mymensingh rail link snapped after 5 coaches derail

Passengers stranded at different stations

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:41 am

WhatsApp Tests Age Confirmation In India Ahead Of New Law

The optional test comes amid rising tension with Delhi, days after Meta apologised for briefly restricting a Facebook post by PM Modi.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 11:41 am

Castaway SpaceX Rocket Stage Crashed Into Moon, Scientists Confirm

The collision, which was not intentional, posed no danger to Earth, and is expected to have left a lunar crater in its wake that space agencies including NASA still hope to document.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 11:39 am

The Hidden Architecture of Deception: Why India's Battle Against Dark Patterns Is More Than Mere Consumer Protection

The action, taken under the 2023 dark patterns guidelines, targeted practices such as drip pricing, basket sneaking, confirm shaming and forced subscriptions. The government said the move aims to improve transparency and strengthen consumer protection in the digital marketplace.

IBTimes 7 Aug 2026 11:37 am

Iran deal may force Trump to compromise on Hormuz

To reach a deal with Iran that reopens the economically vital Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump may need to do something out of character compromise. Any concession would be tough for the Republican president, who has insisted there is no truth to his sagging poll numbers, the sluggish economy and the US militarys 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 7 Aug 2026 11:34 am

US Court Orders Meta To Pay $567 Million To Address Kids' Mental Health Online

New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez sued Meta, which makes Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp -- in 2023, alleging the company failed to protect children from online dangers.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 11:34 am

UK Chevening Scholarship 2027-28 Applications Open: Check Eligibility And How To Apply

UK Chevening Scholarship 2027-28 applications are open for Indian students and professionals. It helps them to pursue a fully funded master's degree in the UK.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 11:32 am

How to explore Britain and Ireland

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 11:30 am

Homes for sale in former pubs in England

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 11:30 am

Sage advice: what to wear with green trousers

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 11:30 am

What Happened to Liberal Democracy? by Daron Acemo

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 11:30 am

Alibaba To Charge Big Users Of Its Next Open-Source AI Model: Report

To date, Alibaba has charged developers for use of its models when hosted on its own cloud computing platform but allowed most of its open-source offerings to be used in customers' own data centers without payment.

NDTV 7 Aug 2026 11:25 am

Assam Flood Death Toll Climbs To 97; Over 1.68 Lakh People Affected Across 15 Districts

The floodThe flood situation in Assam continues to worsen, with the death toll climbing to 97 after two more lives were lost in Golaghat and Udalguri districts within the past 24 hours. According to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), over 1.68 lakh people are now affected across 15 districts, underscoring the severity of... The post Assam Flood Death Toll Climbs To 97; Over 1.68 Lakh People Affected Across 15 Districts first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 7 Aug 2026 11:17 am

Saudi Arabia braces for possible attacks from Iran-backed militias: Report

Saudi Arabia is preparing for multiple coordinated attacks from Iran-backed Houthis and Iraqi militias, according to a report.

NewsBytes 7 Aug 2026 11:17 am

Trump denies US weapons shortage; vows to jail 'treasonous' leakers

United States President Donald Trump has dismissed reports of a munitions shortage in the country.

NewsBytes 7 Aug 2026 11:06 am

'Our country suffers': Trump signs new orders restricting birthright citizenship

The US president's move comes just two months after the Supreme Court ruled that his first executive order on citizenship was unconstitutional.

Web Dunia 7 Aug 2026 11:06 am

Argentina, Mexico back Infantino's leadership

Mexico and Argentina's football associations have thrown their support behind FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as the world soccer chief faces a fierce backlash over a now-abandoned proposal to sell off some of the commercial rights to the World Cup.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:05 am

Who will leave Chelsea? How Blues could cut 41-man squad

With 25 days until the transfer window closes, Chelsea will be working hard to cut their 41-man senior squad. But who could be heading out?

BBC 7 Aug 2026 11:04 am

Applying for US visa? Your social media could be screened

The United States is reportedly expanding its social media vetting process for visa applicants, including foreign journalists.

NewsBytes 7 Aug 2026 11:00 am

The 1900 mystery of three lighthouse keepers who vanished

The Times of India 7 Aug 2026 10:57 am

TV tonight: Jon Hamm

The Guardian 7 Aug 2026 10:50 am

Canada Class Action Lawsuit: $8.7 million settlement offers eligible Canadians up to $5,000 - Check who qualifies and how to claim compensation

A court in Canada has given the green light for an $8.7 million settlement arising from a privacy breach that occurred in 2020. Canadians whose Government of Canada accounts were compromised can file for compensation related to the unauthorized access and subsequent fraud resolution efforts. Valid claims for expenses might yield up to $5,000, with the filing period extending until February 3, 2027.

The Economic Times 7 Aug 2026 10:47 am

Wildfire-ravaged habitats in Wales could take centuries to recover, environmentalists say

Habitats belonging to snakes and rare moths have been destroyed after the wildfires this summer.

BBC 7 Aug 2026 10:45 am

Thailand School Shooting: Teacher Killed, Several Students Injured

In a shocking incident, a student opened up firing at a school in Thailand on Friday. The shooting incident claimed a teacher's life and several students got injured. According to reports, 15 were wounded, and one is critical. Thailand's Poh Teck

Oneindia 7 Aug 2026 10:44 am