A power outage at the Crucible Theatre interrupted BBCs live coverage of the 2026 World Snooker Championship semi-final between Mark Allen and Wu Yize for 12 minutes. BBC issued an apology, and despite the disruption, Allen regained his focus, leveling the match. The semi-final remains tightly contested heading into the final sessions.
Riots erupt over Australian Aboriginal girls murder as suspect arrested
Australian authorities appeal for calm after riots over killing of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby. Riots erupt over Australian Aboriginal girls murder as suspect arrested
Has the US-Iran ceasefire reset the clock on War Powers Act deadline?
Defence secretary claims hostilities have ceased, but lawmakers say US forces remain active despite halted air raids. Has the US-Iran ceasefire reset the clock on War Powers Act deadline?
A tourist cruise capsized in the Narmada backwaters near Bargi Dam in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur after sudden strong winds. Around 3040 passengers were onboard. Nine people died, 24 were rescued, and several remain missing, including children. Life jackets helped save many.
98.47 pc of Rs 2,000 notes returned since withdrawal announcement: RBI
(RBI) has said that 98.47% of 2,000 notes in circulation have been returned since their withdrawal was announced on May 19, 2023. The total value has dropped sharply from 3.56 lakh crore to 5,451 crore as of April 30, 2026.
US President Donald Trump announces 25% tariffs on EU auto imports, cites trade violations
US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on automobile imports from the European Union, citing non-compliance with a trade agreement and aiming to boost domestic manufacturing.
GST collections hit all-time high of nearly Rs 2.43 lakh crore in April
India's GST collections hit a record high of Rs 2.43 lakh crore in April, marking an 8.7% year-on-year growth despite global uncertainties. Net revenue stood at Rs 2.10 lakh crore after a rise in refunds. The surge was driven largely by strong import revenues, while domestic growth remained moderate.
ATF prices for foreign airlines rise 5 pc for 2nd month, stays unchanged for domestic carriers
(ATF) prices for foreign airlines have been increased by around 5% for the second consecutive month, driven by rising global energy prices. In Delhi, benchmark ATF rates for international carriers rose to $1,511.86 per kilolitre.
U.S.'s Hormuz coalition 'not in competition' with France, U.K.-led bid: French FM
The U.K. and France have led talks on a separate maritime effort, recently holding a meeting with more than 50 countries
Rebels take key military camp in Mali's north
A security source in Gao, south of Tessalit, said o clashes took place during the rebel forces' capture of Tessalit
Israel's death penalty law perpetuates racial discrimination: UN watchdog
The law is de facto applicable to Palestinians only and sets a 90-day deadline for executions once a final judgement is rendered, the committee said
13 terrorists killed in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa along Afghanistan border
In Mohmand district, movement of a group of khwarij trying to infiltrate through the Pakistan-Afghanistan border was picked up by the security forces
Trump 'not satisfied' with Iran's latest proposal to end war with U.S.
He did not elaborate on what he saw as shortcomings in the proposal received by Pakistani mediators
Israeli authorities taking 2 activists who led Gaza-bound flotilla to Israel for questioning
Protests in solidarity with the flotilla erupted across several capitals including in Rome, Athens and Istanbul.
Ukraine says a strike hit Tuapse oil terminal, the fourth attack on the region in 2 weeks
Russia attacked the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil with over 50 drones, according to mayor Serhii Nadal
Turkish police fire tear gas, arrest hundreds at Istanbul May Day rallies
Two groups were specially singled out in the citys European side after signalling their intention to march to Taksim Square, the scene of several anti-government protests in the past, which was sealed off overnight by police
Both the U.S. and the EU had previously confirmed their commitment to preserving the trade framework, known as the Turnberry Agreement, which was named after Mr. Trumps golf course in Scotland
Iran hands over new proposal for talks with US to end war
Salahs shock European U-Turn: Is he turning his back on Saudi millions for one last act in Europe?
As Mohamed Salah prepares to leave Liverpool FC, a Saudi Pro League move is no longer certain. Talks with Turkish club Fenerbahe and his preference to stay in Europe have shifted expectations, with negotiations paused but ongoing, and his next move still open heading into a decisive summer transfer window and World Cup preparation period ahead.
Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates MumbaiPune Expressway 'Missing Link', travel time set to drop
The Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link has opened to the public, with vehicles beginning to use the tunnel stretch. The route, featuring the world's widest underground tunnel, aims to cut travel time and ease congestion.
US Navy's blockade of Iran hits China's cheap oil deals: Report
A US Navy-led blockade on Iran has increased pressure on Tehran while disrupting China's access to discounted oil. Iran relied on covert networksshell firms, shadow banking, and ghost tankers o bypass sanctions and fund groups like Hezbollah, Hamas, and Houthi movement
EC orders repoll at 15 booths in Bengal tomorrow; observers for all 294 seats to be present on May 4
ECI has ordered repolling at 15 polling stations in West Bengal following complaints during the second phase of Assembly elections, with fresh voting scheduled for May 2. Most affected booths are in Magarhat Paschim and Diamond Harbour constituencies in South 24 Parganas.
Iran offers latest proposal to U.S. via Pakistan: state media
The lack of fighting has not assuaged markets, with oil prices still more than 50% above their prewar levels as traders confront a prolonged closure of Hormuz
A lawsuit in New York has accused a senior JPMorgan Chase executive of sexually abusing and harassing a junior male employee over several months in 2024.
At least four killed in a train crash in Indonesia
Victims include two minor girls; driver and remaining passengers were injured
Actor-model Sambhavna Seth announced her pregnancy via surrogacy with a heartfelt Instagram post. After enduring seven painful IVF procedures and experiencing a miscarriage, Sambhavna and her husband, actor-writer Avinash Dwivedi, chose this path to fulfill their dream of becoming parents.
Gaza aid flotilla vessels taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Israels military reportedly seized 22 vessels sailing among the Global Sumud Flotilla. Gaza aid flotilla vessels taken to Crete after Israeli interception
Greek Orthodox Church sounds alarm over attacks on Christians in Jerusalem
Warning follows Jewish man's arrest over brutal attack on nun in Jerusalem this week. Greek Orthodox Church sounds alarm over attacks on Christians in Jerusalem
Giorgia Melonis moral retreat on Gaza
The Italian PMs response to Israels genocidal war on Gaza reflects not moral conviction, but political calculation. Giorgia Melonis moral retreat on Gaza
Jabalpur boat tragedy: Bodies of mother holding her 4-year-old son in arms is heartbreaking
In a tragic boat accident at Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur, nine people lost their lives after a cruise vessel capsized in the Bargi dam reservoir during a sudden storm. Rescuers recovered the bodies of a mother and her four-year-old son locked in a final embrace, leaving families devastated.
Barcelona will turn El Clsico against Real Madrid on May 10 into another Spotify-led crossover moment, with Olivia Rodrigos logo featured on a special-edition shirt. The campaign extends the clubs ongoing artist series since 2022, spanning both mens and womens teams, live performances, and limited merchandise, blending football, music, and commercial storytelling around one of the sports biggest fixtures.
Jeffrey Epstein obtained Islamic artifacts for a mosque on his island
Embroidered tapestry cloth of the Kaaba. Tiles from a mosque in Uzbekistan. A golden dome built to look like a medieval Syrian bathhouse. These were not museum acquisitions they belonged to Jeffrey Epstein, the American financier convicted of sex crimes, who used some of Islams most sacred objects to decorate a building on his 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 .
Jeffrey Epstein obtained Islamic artifacts for a moque on his island
Embroidered tapestry cloth of the Kaaba. Tiles from a mosque in Uzbekistan. A golden dome built to look like a medieval Syrian bathhouse. These were not museum acquisitions they belonged to Jeffrey Epstein, the American financier convicted of sex crimes, who used some of Islams most sacred objects to decorate a building on his 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 .
Two activists taken by Israel after Gaza aid flotilla intercepted
Barcelona: Israeli authorities have said they are taking two activists who led an aid flotilla bound for Gaza and were captured by Israel in international waters of the Mediterranean Sea to Israel for questioning. The activists, Palestinian-Spanish citizen Saif Abukeshek and Brazilian citizen Thiago Avila, were among dozens of activists intercepted by 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 .
Camp Mystic Withdraws Its Application to Reopen This Summer
FIFA is poised to secure federal tax exemptions for teams at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, easing a major financial concern for participating nations. However, uneven state and city taxes still leave disparities, particularly affecting smaller associations, meaning the tournaments financial landscape remains complex despite progress in negotiations with US authorities.
Strait of Hormuz traffic drops by over 90%, fewer than 10 ships daily amid West Asia tensions
UKMTO has reported over 40 incidents between March 1 and April 27, including attacks, vessel damage, harassment, and near-misses involving merchant ships navigating the region
Azerbaijan summons EU envoy in row over treatment of Karabakh Armenians
Azerbaijans Foreign Ministry dismissed the resolution as unfounded and biased, saying Karabakh Armenians had left the region voluntarily
Oscar statuette for Mr. Nobody Against Putin goes missing on flight
The Russian director, Pavel Talankin, was forced to check the award into hold luggage on a flight from New York to Germany
USIran truce terminated hostilities as Trumps war powers clock runs out
A ceasefire between the United States and Iran that began in early April has terminated hostilities for the purposes of a key congressional deadline, a senior official in Donald Trumps administration said, according to Reuters on Friday, May 1. Under the War Powers Resolution, Trump faced a 60-day deadline to either end military action, seek 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 .
War-battered Syria now sells itself as a safe corridor amid regional conflict
Syria was once a battleground, enduring 14 years of civil war
A citizen campaign returns iconic kiwi birds to New Zealands capital after a century-long absence
Today only about 70,000 kiwi are left across the country, with the population dropping 2% each year
Hezbollah adopts new weapon: Fibre-optic drones, used widely in war in Ukraine
Fibre-optic drones have a thin cable that connects an operator directly to the drone, making it impossible to electronically jam
Russian attack damages port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, governor says
Two high-rise apartment buildings were damaged in the attack, which wrecked apartments and caused fires, Mr. Kiper wrote on the Telegram messaging app
Scotch Whisky tariffs set to ease, Trump says after royal visit
President Donald Trump says he is lifting certain tariffs on Scotch whisky following a White House visit by King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
As U.S. eases cannabis curbs, firms may get access to IPOs and private funding
Executives say stigma reduction and eased banking rules may attract mainstream investors; rescheduling may open Initial Public Offering (IPO) opportunities on major U.S. exchanges;companies still face regulatory uncertainty due to differing state and federal cannabis policies
Amid Koh-i-Noor remark, Mamdani facing criticism over rude welcome to King Charles III
Of course Zohran Mamdani couldnt manage a decent welcome for the king of England: that wouldve required maturity, grace and humility that our mayor just doesnt have, The New York Post editorial board alleged.
Singapore: Indian-origin oppn leader reprimanded for lying to Parliament
Singapore: Singapores opposition-led Workers Party (WP) has reprimanded its Secretary-General Pritam Singh for lying to a parliamentary committee, setting the stage for his conviction in the court of law. WP, which has 12 Members of Parliament out of the 99-seat House, said on Thursday a disciplinary panel convened in January had found that Singh, 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 .
USCIS flags 100 H-1B cases linked to DEI roles
Washington: The US immigration authorities have identified about 100 H-1B visa cases linked to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) roles, according to an official response to a senator, as the administration steps up scrutiny of the programme. In a letter dated April 21, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Joseph B. Edlow 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 .
USTR retains India on priority watch list on IPR; Vietnam faces toughest scrutiny
The USTRs 2026 Special 301 Report designates Vietnam as a Priority Foreign Country, the first such listing in 13 years
Justice Department releases footage of Trump shooting suspect
The nearly six-minute video features several clips of a man walking back and forth down a corridor, and through a fitness centre
U.S. official says Iran war truce terminated hostilities for war powers deadline
There has been no exchange of fire between the U.S. armed forces and Iran since a fragile ceasefire began more than three weeks ago
Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved from prison to home detention
United Nations: Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest in a move to give the junta-ruled nation a veneer of democracy following the election of the military leader Min Aung Hlaing as president. Myanmars Ministry of Information said on Thursday, April 30, the president has decided to commute 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 .
Trump administration claims Iran war ended under ceasefire, avoids Congress approval route
The interpretation has drawn criticism from lawmakers and legal experts, who argue the 1973 law does not permit pausing the timeline
Trump signals possible Iran escalation as tensions ripple across Middle East
On Friday, May 1, as the conflict entered its third month more than three weeks after a ceasefire took effect US President Donald Trump signalled that Washington could consider renewed military action against Iran, even as he claimed Tehran is eager to secure a deal. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said negotiations 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 .
Stabbing at Washington State high school injures six, including suspect, police say
The suspect, a student, was in custody and also injured
Fire aboard Navy destroyer USS Higgins, officials say
UN votes to cut the peacekeeping force in South Sudan from 17,000 to 12,000
The vote on the U.S.-drafted resolution was 13-0 with Russia and China abstaining. It extends the mandate of the force until April 30, 2027
Trump says Iran dying to make a deal, calls conflict not a war
Meanwhile, Iranian leadership signalled efforts to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions
Camp Mystic says it will not reopen after fatal floods
Trump greenlights major oil pipeline linking Canada to US markets
The Bridger Pipeline Expansion, expected to begin construction in 2027, faces environmental opposition and regulatory approvals
Trump lifts US tariffs on UK whiskey after King Charles visit
The move aims to revive trade links between Scotland and Kentucky, especially in the whiskey and barrel supply chain, while highlighting strong transatlantic ties during the royal visit
Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
I have five: Ronaldo shuts down disrespect after problematic post-match drama in Al Nassr vs Al Ahli
Cristiano Ronaldo led Al Nassr to a crucial 20 win over Al Ahli, scoring the opener before tensions took over the match. Confrontations involving Merih Demiral, post-match accusations, and Ronaldos pointed response to fans shifted focus beyond the result, highlighting both a fierce rivalry and wider issues around refereeing and the leagues image.
UAE exit signals OPECs declining grip on oil markets
Chris Weafer says the UAE's OPEC exit leaves the organisation less influential on global oil pricing. UAE exit signals OPECs declining grip on oil markets
UN chief calls for immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres has urged the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. UN chief calls for immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Myanmars former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest
The move comes as part of a larger prisoner pardon tied to a Buddhist religious holiday. Myanmars former leader Aung San Suu Kyi moved to house arrest
Lebanese girl mourns paramedic father killed in Israeli strike
A young girl in Lebanon joined hundreds mourning her father, one of three paramedics killed in an Israeli attack. Lebanese girl mourns paramedic father killed in Israeli strike
Vessel carrying grain Ukraine says stolen by Russia will not unload in Israel, Kyiv says
Musk v. Altman Kicks Off, DOJ Guts Voting Rights Unit, and Is the AI Job Apocalypse Overhyped?
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we get into how the Elon Musk-Sam Altman trial goes way beyond their rivalry and could have major implications both for OpenAI and also the AI industry at large.
Iran threatens strikes on US bases, warships amid attack fears
Iran has warned it will launch long and painful strikes on US regional positions if Washington carries out even limited military action, as tensions sharply escalate on Thursday, April 30. A senior Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) official said American bases and warships would be targeted, responding to an Axios report that the US 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 .
How Elon Musk Squeezed OpenAI: They Are Gonna Want to Kill Me
Tensions flared on the third day of trial in Musk v. Altman as OpenAIs lawyers cross-examined Musk. How Elon Musk Squeezed OpenAI: They Are Gonna Want to Kill Me
Elon Musk Seemingly Admits xAI Has Used OpenAI's Models to Train Its Own
While answering questions under oath, Musk argued its standard practice for AI labs to use their competitors' models. Elon Musk Seemingly Admits xAI Has Used OpenAI's Models to Train Its Own
Lebanon says Israeli strikes kill 9 people, including 2 children
Speaking to a delegation from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, President Joseph Aoun had earlier slammed continuing Israeli violations in south Lebanon
Elon Musk Seemingly Admits xAI Has Used OpenAIs Models to Train Its Own
While answering questions under oath, Musk argued its standard practice for AI labs to use their competitors models.
OpenAI Rolls Out Advanced Security Mode for At-Risk Accounts
OpenAI is rolling out Advanced Account Security for people concerned that their ChatGPT or Codex accounts could be potential targets of phishing attacks.
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
U.K. calls antisemitism an emergency as police investigate stabbing attack on 2 Jewish men
Police have arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder and labelled the stabbing attack as an act of terrorism. Detectives are working to determine a motive and whether there is any link to Iranian proxies
Trump in fresh attack on Germany's Merz over Iran
He added that Merz should spend less time on interfering with those that are getting rid of the Iran Nuclear threat, thereby making the World, including Germany, a safer place!
Mexico's Sheinbaum says proof needed after US charges Sinaloa governor for cartel ties
French nun attacked in Jerusalem, suspect arrested by police
A 36-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday, April 28, after a French nun was assaulted in Jerusalem, police said, raising concerns over attacks targeting Christians in the city. In a post on X on Wednesday, Israel Police said officers responded immediately after receiving reports of the attack near the Cenacle on Mount Zion, close to 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 .
Russia rejects Mali rebels' call to withdraw
Last weekend, Moscow's Africa Corps paramilitary unit pulled out of a key northern town in rebel attacks that also targeted the country's capital and killed the defence minister
China's FM talks to Rubio, says Taiwan 'biggest risk' in ties
Ahead of the planned May summit, ties between Beijing and Washington have remained largely calm despite energy and geopolitical complications brought by the war on Iran
EU says troop deployments in Europe 'in U.S. interest'
The spat is the latest to rile up Mr. Trump against Washington's European NATO allies, with the U.S. leader already lashing out over their response to his attack on Iran
Wife of Spain PM Sanchez files assault complaint against far-right influencer
Zelenskyy says hes seeking details of Putins May 9 ceasefire proposal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says hes seeking more details about a short-term ceasefire that Russia proposed to U.S. President Donald Trump
Vatican court deadline passes for prosecutors to deposit all evidence in financial trial
Politico, The Daily Telegraph owner tells journalists to back Israel or quit
Tension has recently grown around Axel Springer, the owner of Politico and incoming owner of The Daily Telegraph, after CEO Dopfner told journalists they must support Israel as part of their job or seek work elsewhere, according to reports by Jewish Insider and Semafor. The remarks emerged during a meeting with Politico staff. Journalists were 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 .
US labour market remains steady as jobless claims fall below expectations
The decline comes despite growing economic headwinds, including elevated inflation, high oil prices and geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran conflict.
'Sadistic' drug dealer tortured captive woman
