facebook

World

...

Modi speaks to Iran President, stresses Straits importance to India

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation on Tuesday with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian, who briefed him on the recent developments in West Asia and the way forward. The Prime Minister said he reiterated in his interaction with the Iranian leader the importance of freedom of navigation in the Strait 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 30 Jun 2026 10:32 pm

Russia says shot down over 400 Ukrainian drones, baby killed outside Moscow

Kyiv has stepped up its long-range drone strike campaign against Russia in recent months, as Moscow's full-scale offensive against Ukraine drags on for almost 4.5 years

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 10:26 pm

U.K. PM Starmer unveils defence funds to boost drone warfare capabilities

In one of his final big-ticket policy interventions after he announced his resignation last week, Mr. Starmer said the Defence Investment Plan will be backed by 298 billion of investment across the next four years

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 10:15 pm

US envoys arrive in Qatar for talks to end war in Iran

Dubai: Two United States envoys arrived in Qatar on Tuesday, June 30, for talks with mediators about the implementation of an initial deal to end the war in Iran, an official said. The visit by Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trumps special Mideast envoy, and Jared Kushner, his son-in-law, comes after a weekend of crossfire 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 30 Jun 2026 10:11 pm

WHO sounds alarm on disease outbreaks in quake-hit Venezuela

By the latest official count, some 1,700 are dead and 5,000 are injured, with no governmental word on the number of missing. Other estimates place these in the tens of thousands

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 10:10 pm

Myanmar denies ASEAN request for Suu Kyi meeting

Suu Kyi has vanished from the public eye and is serving a lengthy but unspecified sentence on a host of charges rights groups dismiss as fabricated

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 10:08 pm

U.S. Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trumps proposed limits

The birthright citizenship order, which Mr. Trump signed on the first day of his second term, is part of his administrations broad immigration crackdown

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 8:24 pm

UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for July 2026; fuel rates cut after four months of hikes

UAE motorists can finally breathe easier as fuel prices for July 2026 see a significant drop, ending a four-month surge. This welcome relief follows a cooling in global oil markets, with diesel prices falling by nearly 17% and petrol by almost 14%. Drivers can expect substantial savings on full tanks, easing household budgets and business operating costs.

The Times of India 30 Jun 2026 4:50 pm

Attackers shoot dead two Guards members in Iran: state media

It was not immediately clear who was behind the shooting but Tehran has frequently blamed Kurdish separatist groups in the area for previous violence

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 4:26 pm

Venezuela appreciates Indian teams efforts to help earthquake victims

The death toll from two powerful quakes in Venezuela crossed 1,700 on June 29, with thousands more injured and many more missing

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 2:58 pm

Reasonable to believe targeted killing of children part of larger plan for genocide of the Palestinian people, Justice Muralidhar says

Once a child is labelled a terrorist, he becomes free game, target practice

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 1:10 pm

Why has WhatsApp rolled out usernames by ditching phone numbers?

New Delhi:WhatsApp on Monday, June 29, began allowing users worldwide to reserve usernames, a feature that will let people connect on the messaging platform without sharing their phone numbers, the Meta-owned company said. The reservation process began rolling out from Monday, giving users a head start on claiming a username of their choice before 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 30 Jun 2026 1:00 pm

Explosion in Monaco injuries 3 including Ukrainian tycoon, and suspected attacker flees to France

The explosion occurred around 9 p.m. at the entryway of a residence near the French border, injuring two adults and a child who were taken to hospitals in France, Monacos Minister of State said

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 12:35 pm

Morocco knock out Netherlands in World Cup shootout

Guadalupe: Ismael Saibari scored the decisive goal in a penalty shootout, and Morocco sent the Netherlands to its earliest World Cup exit, eliminating the Dutch 3-2 after a 1-1 draw on Tuesday, June 30. With the shootout tied at 2-all after four rounds, Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made a strong save of Crysencio Summervilles attempt, 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 30 Jun 2026 12:28 pm

India, Saudi Arabia ink pact to boost water management cooperation

Agreement is designed to cultivate partnership, enhance capacity development, and streamline the sharing of best practices in water resources planning, sustainable water management, irrigation networks and other allied fields

The Hindu Businessline 30 Jun 2026 11:29 am

Myanmar jade mine landslide kills five, 15 missing

Hpakant has also witnessed vicious combat in recent months between the Myanmar military and opposition forces, vying for control of jade mining operations

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 10:50 am

Attempts to question FATF's credibility often reflect fear of scrutiny: India at UN

He said that countries facing adverse assessments should address the identified deficiencies, strengthen domestic enforcement, improve financial transparency, and demonstrate irreversible action against terror-financing networks

The Hindu Businessline 30 Jun 2026 10:50 am

NASA robot mission aiming to rescue space telescope

Without intervention, space telescope Swift is expected to soon burn up in the atmosphere

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 10:10 am

WhatsApp will allow users to go by usernames instead of phone numbers, closing a privacy loophole

WhatsApp users will soon have the option to use usernames instead of phone numbers

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 9:41 am

The revolving door at 10 Downing Street

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 9:34 am

'Blatant act of aggression': India strongly condemns Pakistan air strikes on Afghan territory

Pakistan on Monday said its security forces killed 29 militants in a ground operation near the Afghan border and subsequent cross-border strikes, as Islamabad and Kabul summoned each others charge daffaires to lodge diplomatic protests over the latest escalation

The Hindu Businessline 30 Jun 2026 9:24 am

Japan says ready to act as yen hits 40-year low

The yen sank past 161.96 per dollar in London trade on Monday (June 29, 2026) for the first time since 1986

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 9:23 am

US, Iran pause strikes but disagree over next steps on talks

Dubai: The United States and Iran on Monday, June 29, separately announced they will send delegations to Qatar this week, though Tehran insisted it has not agreed to meet with the US at any level after attacks across the Persian Gulf over the weekend challenged negotiations to end the war. US President Donald Trump said 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 30 Jun 2026 8:18 am

FIFA WC: Martinelli sends Brazil past Japan in stoppage time

Houston: Gabriel Martinelli scored the winning goal late in injury time to give five-time champion Brazil a 2-1 win over Japan in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Monday, June 29. Martinelli, who had come on as a second-half substitute, scored in the sixth minute of stoppage time as the match appeared 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 30 Jun 2026 7:28 am

Fresh 4.2-magnitude quake causes alarm in Venezuelan cities

Caracas: A fresh 4.2-magnitude earthquake hit near the Venezuelan cities of Caracas and La Guaira on Monday, June 29, causing alarm among local residents who were seen leaving buildings for open spaces, just days after two powerful tremors devastated the region. According to a report by the official Venezuelan Foundation for Seismological Research, the tremors 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 30 Jun 2026 7:27 am

FIFA WC: Paraguay stun Germany on penalties in World Cup shock

Foxborough: Jose Canale scored on the first sudden-death penalty kick, Orlando Gill made two key saves in the shootout, and Paraguay beat Germany 4-3 on penalties Monday to earn the biggest upset of the 2026 World Cup so far. The round of 32 match ended 1-1 after extra time. Paraguay took the lead when Julio 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 30 Jun 2026 7:14 am

New Israeli assault in southern Syria forces families to flee their homes

Turkiye has condemned Israels attacks in Syria, calling them a violation of international law. New Israeli assault in southern Syria forces families to flee their homes

India Vision 30 Jun 2026 6:32 am

Over 100 Venezuelans who were deported from U.S. hours before earthquakes are missing

A deportation flight from Miami had 146 Venezuelans onboard, including 19 women and seven children, according to ICE Flight Monitor

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 5:05 am

Top U.S. court upholds $5 million Trump sex assault judgment

In May 2023, the federal civil court in Manhattan found Mr. Trump liable for a sexual assault on E. Jean Carroll, the former newspaper columnist, in a New York department store in 1996

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 4:41 am

Trump says U.S.-Iran meeting to take place in Qatar as Tehran denies any sit-down in coming days

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's adviser and son-in-law Jared Kushner will be flying to Doha for high-level meetings this week, White House said

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 2:58 am

JetBlue flight hit drone while approaching JFK airport: FAA

The pilot of the Airbus A321, which had departed from Las Vegas, reported the strike at approximately 3,000 feet altitude while on final approach, the FAA said

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 1:58 am

UKs prime minister-in-waiting vows to shake up politics

Andy Burnham, Britains likely next leader, vowed to enact radical change to the nations politics during a speech. UKs prime minister-in-waiting vows to shake up politics

India Vision 30 Jun 2026 12:36 am

Can governments fix the global housing crisis?

From city skyscrapers to sprawling slums, a roof over your head has never been harder to afford. Can governments fix the global housing crisis?

India Vision 30 Jun 2026 12:34 am

Burnham pledges devolution and discipline if he becomes UK prime minister

The frontrunner to succeed Keir Starmer was criticised for not taking questions after setting out his policy vision Burnham pledges devolution and discipline if he becomes UK prime minister

India Vision 30 Jun 2026 12:33 am

Undocumented migrants flee South Africa amid rising anti-immigrant protests

Thousands of undocumented migrants in South Africa are rushing to leave after anti-immigrant protests. Undocumented migrants flee South Africa amid rising anti-immigrant protests

India Vision 30 Jun 2026 12:32 am

'Direct threat to regional peace': India strongly condemns Pakistan air strikes on Afghan territory

The MEA, in its statement, reiterates its unwavering support for Afghanistans sovereignty and territorial integrity

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 11:30 pm

Azerbaijan slams ally Israels recognition of Armenian genocide

Azerbaijan and Israel are allies but Baku's closest foreign partner is Turkey and the Caucasus country hinted the move by Israel could hit their bilateral relations

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 11:08 pm

Senior Lebanese official slams U.S.-brokered deal with Israel, warns of divisions

The Lebanon war has been a central part of diplomacy towards ending the wider U.S.-Iran conflict

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 10:53 pm

Watch: CBSE Eases Three-Language policy for class 7, 8 and 9 | Above the Fold | 29.06.2026

In this episode, we begin with a detailed discussion on CBSEs proposed three-language policy; Europes worsening heatwave; key updates on Ram Temple developments, the Nasrapur minor rape and murder case, a Mumbai police arrest linked to poison capsules during a Muharram procession, protests over the Maharashtra TET paper leak, and the latest FIFA news updates.

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 10:20 pm

Burnham to create No. 10 North as U.K. PM, oversee massive decentralisation

Mr. Burnham said he would build the broadest possible coalition of people to lift Britain back up

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 9:27 pm

US Supreme Court rejects Trump's unprecedented bid to fire Fed's Cook

The Supreme Court has taken a significant stand for the Federal Reserve's independence, rejecting President Trump's unusual effort to remove Governor Lisa Cook. The ruling highlights that Fed officials are appointed for set terms and can only be dismissed under specific circumstances, ensuring the central bank remains free from political influence, a critical aspect of its economic responsibilities.

The Economic Times 29 Jun 2026 8:48 pm

Oman denies backing Strait of Hormuz transit fees

Oman has denied reports that it supports imposing transit fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi clarifying that discussions with Iran concern voluntary maritime services rather than compulsory charges. Speaking in an interview with Monte Carlo International Radio, published by the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, 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 29 Jun 2026 8:39 pm

One killed in shooting at site of California World Cup fan zone

There were no World Cup games being screened at the time of the shooting, with the only match of the day in the tournament finishing around 2 p.m. local time

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 8:20 pm

Turkey strongly condemns Israeli incursions in Syria

These attacks, which trample on the lives and property of the Syrian people and make life increasingly difficult for civilians in the region, constitute a flagrant violation of international law, said the Turkish Foreign Ministry

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 8:03 pm

Zelenskyy condemns horrific attacks as Russian strikes kill 8, wound 35 in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russian missiles and drones have killed at least eight civilians and injured 35 others

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 7:21 pm

Five dead in shooting at German youth welfare centre: police

Five people were fatally injured, and additional individuals sustained injuries. The suspected gunman and a second alleged perpetrator were arrested, says police

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 7:14 pm

The Hormuz Crisis and Indias 100-Day Test

The real success of the Union Ggovernments handling of the crisis, however, is its decision not to pass on the spike in crude oil prices to the ordinary consumer

The Hindu Businessline 29 Jun 2026 7:12 pm

Turkey must be included in Europe security structures: Erdogan ahead of NATO summit

Turkey's indispensable contributions to European security are sometimes overlooked; Turkey wanted to participate in all defence and security initiatives on the continent, said Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 6:52 pm

Private channel suspended in Pakistan for 15 days over sectarian content

The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority on June 29 suspended with immediate effect Geo News licence for 15 days, saying the channel was liable to hurt the religious sentiments of viewers

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 6:00 pm