NATO Chief to meet US President next week as Trump mulls alliance exit
The scheduled talks come at a critical juncture, as Trump has openly questioned the utility of the 77-year-old military pact
Bahrain postpones UN vote aimed at ending Iran's stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
The diplomats, speaking on condition of anonymity because council consultations have been private, said the vote will now be held sometime next week
US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say
The reports also provide the latest indication that the war, intended to eradicate Irans military strength, may actually increase its regional sway by showing Tehran's ability to threaten the key waterway
The government on Thursday (April 2) announced an unprecedented hike of 43% and 55% in the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD), respectively
Iran war: Missing US crew fuels tensions as Trump warns of response if pilot harmed
On the 36th day of the United States (US)Israeli war on Iran, Saturday, April 4, tensions escalated sharply as search operations continued for a missing US fighter pilot, even as the conflict widened across the region with fresh strikes in Lebanon and Syria and multiple security incidents in the Gulf. Missing US crew search intensifies 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 .
Epstein victims may benefit from $72.5M Bank of America settlement
New York: Lawyers say up to 75 women who were sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein since 2008 may benefit from a USD 72.5 million fund set up as part of a settlement Bank of America reached with lawyers representing the women. US District Judge Jed S Rakoff gave the deal preliminary approval on Thursday and 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 .
Iran shoots down two US planes, one rescued as tensions surge in West Asia war
White House seeks $1.5 trillion defence budget, proposes deep cuts to social spending
The plan focuses on military expansion, nuclear modernisation and a new missile defence system, while cutting non-defence spending by 10 per cent
Fast-growing southern California wildfire forces evacuations
California: A fast-growing wildfire in windy Southern California prompted multiple evacuation orders and warnings Friday, April 3. The Springs Fire broke out at around 11 am Friday and by 2:30 pm had grown to 2.34 sq km. The cause of the fire east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County is under investigation. It was not 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 .
Iran rejects Pakistans mediation bid, continues 93rd wave of counterstrikes
Qatar may step in, but tensions rise after US aircraft incidents and a missing airman; Iran warns of prolonged Hormuz disruption
Artemis II astronauts capture stunning Earth views en route to moon
Cape Canaveral: The Artemis II astronauts have captured our blue planets brilliant beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon. NASA released the crews first downlinked images Friday, one-and-a-half days into the first astronaut moonshot in more than half a century. Curved slice of Earth seen The first photo taken by Commander Reid Wiseman 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 .
Up to 75 women expected to benefit from Bank of America settlement in Epstein sex abuse, say lawyers
Lawyers for women abused by Epstein had sued the bank, saying it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Epstein that occurred while he was abusing girls and women from June 2008 to his arrest in early July 2019 on federal sex trafficking charges.
Bahrain postpones vote on UN resolution aimed at ending Iran's stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz
The diplomats, speaking on condition of anonymity because council consultations have been private, said the vote will now be held sometime next week
U.S.-Iran cease-fire talks have stalled, WSJ reports
Iran has officially told mediators that it is unwilling to meet U.S. officials in Islamabad in the coming days and considers U.S. demands unacceptable, says the report
Two U.S. aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates; at least one crew member is missing
Separately, Iranian state media said a US. A-10 attack aircraft crashed in the Persian Gulf after being struck by Iranian defence forces
Owner of iconic N.J. restaurant asks for support after massive fire
Orcas never seen before in Seattle delight whale watchers with a visit
Mahhi Vij turns 44, looks sultry in pink outfit, parties with Seher cast; ex-husband Jay skips bash
Mahhi Vij celebrated her birthday on April 1, 2026, with midnight festivities that continued into the early hours. Born in 1982, the actress turned 44. Mahhi shared a series of photos from her bash, which was attended by her Seher Hone Ko Hai co-stars Parth Samthaan and Rishita Kothari.
J&K still heavily dependent on central grants despite revenue gains: CAG flags fiscal stress
The CAG has flagged continued dependence of J&K on central grants despite modest improvement in its own revenue. The report highlights rising liabilities, high revenue expenditure, constrained capital spending, and delays in financial reporting, raising concerns over the Union Territory's long-term fiscal sustainability.
Burkina Faso military leader Traore says forget democracy
Traore reneged on promises to hold elections and has since scrapped political parties in the country. Burkina Faso military leader Traore says forget democracy
Children race to gather marshmallows dropped from a helicopter at pair of Michigan parks
U.S. experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes
aise serious concerns about violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law, including potential war crimes Over 100 international law experts in the U.S. say
Tribal gas stations see surge in business as fuel prices hover significantly below WA state average
Earthquake tremors felt in several parts of north India
Tremors shook north India including Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana on Friday night. The earthquake lasted a few seconds around 9:45 pm. Its epicentre was Afghanistan. The magnitude was 5.9 and the depth was 150 km. No damage was reported. Residents felt strong jolts.
US fighter jet downed over Iran as conflict widens on Day 35
A US fighter jet was shot down over Iran as the conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States (US) intensified, marking a significant escalation in hostilities. With the war now at the end of its 35th day on Friday, April 3, exchanges of fire have widened in scope and geography, hitting civilian infrastructure and 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 .
Cambodian parliament passes landmark cybercrime law after scam centre scrutiny
It lays out punishments of two to five years in prison and fines of up to $125,000 for those convicted of online scams.
Watch: Artemis II crew make contact with Earth, describe breathtaking sights
The crew of NASAs Artemis II mission made contact with Earth via video on Thursday, sharing extraordinary moments from deep space as they journey toward the Moon.
Ukraine says ten killed in massive Russian missile and drone attacks
Moscow has been firing aerial broadsides at Ukraine throughout its more than four-year invasion, mostly at night, but in recent weeks it has stepped up daytime attacks.
U.S. fighter jet shot down over Iran; Tehran urges civilians to hunt for crew
A local official television station in southwestern Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province aired footage of what it said was wreckage of the downed plane, showing a pile of twisted metal fragments in the back of a truck.
People Spotted 4 Amaaazing Things In The First Artemis II Pictures Of Earth
John Perry Barlow, JFK Jr., and a Night of Grief I Cant Forget
Watching Love Story brought back a surreal evening in 1994.
White House requests giant $1.5 trillion defence budget amid Iran war
Trump requests a 10% cut in non-defence and discretionary spending for the 2027 fiscal year and an increase to defence spending by $500 billion, according to a White House budget document
Iranian state TV claims US fighter pilot ejected over southwestern Iran
The report has not been independently verified, and US authorities, including Central Command and the White House, have not responded to the claim
Car site Edmunds tests a Chinese SUV, says it should worry US automakers
Trump says U.S. can take Strait of Hormuz with more time
Nearly five weeks after it started with a joint U.S.-Israeli aerial assault, the war in Iran continues to spread chaos across the region and roil financial markets, raising the pressure on Mr. Trump to find a quick resolution to the conflict.
Russia offers to increase supply of crude oil, LNG to India amid war in West Asia
The energy cooperation figured prominently in meetings Russias First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov held with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar
Chinese national arrested in multi-million rupees crypto currency scam in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Apr 3:A Chinese national has been arrested in connection with his alleged involvement in cheating people through operating a multi-million rupees crypto currency scam, police said Friday. A team of police arrested Zhu Yi-eng, 35, from the capitals Thamel area on Thursday along with transaction details of crypto currency worth Nepalese rupees (NRs) 179.97 million, said Pavan Kumar Bhattarai, spokesperson at Kathmandu District Police Circle. The police also recovered from him three mobile sets and various documents, including papers [] The post Chinese national arrested in multi-million rupees crypto currency scam in Nepal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Boy claims he was a woman who died in a fire, details later match real case from decades ago
A young boy in Ohio claimed memories of a past life as a woman who died in a Chicago fire, later identifying details that appeared to match a real victim. The case, featured on television, drew attention for its specificity. While unexplained, it reflects a broader pattern of similar childhood accounts studied by researchers into reported past-life memories.
Trump administration covering up mass US troop deaths, injuries in Iran war
Around 750 troops of the United States have been wounded or killed since October 2023 in West Asia, including in the Iran war, which the Pentagon is not willing to acknowledge, The Intercept reported. Under the authority of the Pentagon, which is the headquarters of the US Department of Defence (DoD), the Central Command 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 .
Pakistan raises petrol prices amid U.S.-Iran war
To control the consumption of petrol and diesel, government made a 55% increases in the fuel prices in Pakistan
Analysis of samples from the asteroid Ryugu has revealed all five nucleobases essential to DNA and RNA, strengthening evidence that lifes chemical building blocks are widespread in space. While not proof of extraterrestrial life, the finding suggests asteroids could have delivered key ingredients to early Earth, offering new insight into how lifes fundamental chemistry may emerge across the universe.
Iran strikes Kuwait, UAE: Desalination plant, gas facility hit
Emergency and technical teams were responding under contingency plans to maintain operations and secure the power and water desalination plant
World food prices rose in March as Iran war lifted energy costs, FAO says
The FAO Food Price Index, which measures changes in a basket of globally traded food commodities, averaged 128.5 points in March, up 2.4% from its revised February level
Iran warns UN Security Council against provocative action on Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi was speaking ahead of a scheduled Security Council vote on a draft resolution mandating a force to protect shipping through the Strait of Hormuz Friday (April 3, 2026).
French, South Korean leaders say they'll work together on Strait of Hormuz
French President Emmanuel Macron and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met in Seoul. They pledged to work together to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This vital waterway is crucial for global oil transport. Their cooperation aims to ease economic worries stemming from Middle East conflict. The leaders also agreed to boost collaboration in technology and energy sectors.
Macron, Lee pledge to work together to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The French and South Korean leaders underscored the need for their two countries to cooperate to de-escalate tensions in West Asia amid Trumps criticism of allies for not supporting US war against Iran
Iran launches missiles at Israel, Gulf states as explosions heard around Tehran
US President Donald Trump said US forces will keep hitting Iran very hard in the next two or three weeks
Myanmar's parliament elects ruling general as president, keeping army in charge
The move marks a nominal return to an elected government but is widely considered to be an effort to keep the army in power
Trump immunity ruling brings focus on Indian-origin judge Amit Mehta
Mehta, a federal judge of the US District Court of the District of Columbia, in 2022 rejected Trump's effort to dismiss three lawsuits accusing him of bearing responsibility for the January 6 attack on the US Capitol
Seven injured after train derails in Russia: local media
In Russias Ulyanovsk region seven people were injured after a train went off the rails in the region around 900 kilometers east of Moscow
Trump announces 100% tariff on patented drugs; will it affect India?
Generic medicines are exempt, and companies have a 120180 day window to submit plans to relocate production before the tariffs take effect. Some countriesincluding the European Union, Japan, South Korea and Switzerlandwill face lower tariffs, while the United Kingdom gets temporary tariff-free access.
Why Iran targeted Amazon data centres, what that does and doesnt change about warfare
The Financial Times reported that an Iranian drone hit an Amazon data center in Bahrain on April 1, and Iranian state media claimed an attack on an Oracle data center in Dubai on April 2
Ramayana teaser out: Ranbir Kapoor mesmerises as Rama, no dialogue disappoints; fans slam VFX
The teaser offers multiple glimpses of Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama. From the grand coronation scenes to the exile in the forests of Panchavati, the visuals trace key moments of his journey. Yash, who plays Ravana, is briefly seen towards the end, with his look only partially revealed.
Suicide car bomb blast kills five in northwest Pakistan
Preliminary information suggests that the police station was the primary target
UAE weather alert: Rain, dust and strong winds expected next week as NCM issues advisory
Get ready for a weather change! The UAE anticipates light rain, strong winds, and rough seas next week, shifting from current fair conditions. Authorities urge caution for outdoor and marine activities due to reduced visibility from dust and sand. Stay updated with NCM advisories as unsettled weather approaches.
How Iranian hackers pose threat to US critical infrastructure
A cyberattack on Stryker highlights how geopolitical conflicts can turn distant wars into domestic threats
Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected President by pro-military parliament
The 69-year-old general orchestrated a 2021 coup against the administration of Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi and placed her under arrest, sparking widespread protests that morphed into nationwide armed resistance against the junta
Man in 'extremely critical condition' after being pulled from burning home in Phoenix
Detectorist's 'once-in-a-lifetime' treasure find
Trump hits out at NATO; questions its relevance in modern conflicts
US President Donald Trump defended the Iran war in a primetime address, calling it vital for global security but offering few new details. He emphasized threats from Iran while expanding executive power and sidestepping Congress.
Alia Bhatt hypes Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana teaser; shares it on her IG; fans say Deepika should learn
Alia Bhatt has added to the growing excitement around Ramayana after sharing her reaction to the film's teaser, which stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. She called Ranbir's look out of this world. Soon, netizens began drawing comparisons, saying that Deepika Padukone could learn from Alia how to support her husband.
Kuwait says Mina al-Ahmadi oil refinery hit by Iranian drones
The state-run Kuwait Petroleum Corp issued a statement on the attack and said firefighters were working to control the blazes
Dubai suspends church masses during holy week until further notice amid rising security concerns
Dubai's Catholic churches suspended all masses and parish activities starting April 3, 2026, due to heightened regional tensions and official safety directives. This unprecedented Holy Week closure urges worshippers to pray from home, with some services moving online while others are cancelled entirely, impacting major parishes like St. Mary's and St. Francis of Assisi.
Kuwait oil refinery units on fire after drone attack: state media
The state media reported that emergency teams were working to contain the blazes
Trumps anger over Iran thrusts NATO into fresh crisis
Alliance at breaking point as Trump says hes considering withdrawing from NATO over Europes inaction to open up Hormuz; European officials counter that they havent received any such requests from the US
Under global spotlight, Australia plays hardball on social media ban
A spokesperson for Communications Minister Anika Wells said she had not toughened her stance due to global attention, declining to comment further
Hamas wants guarantees of Israeli troop withdrawal before disarmament talks, sources say
Hamas disarmament is a sticking point in talks to implement Trumps plan for the Palestinian enclave and cement an October ceasefire that halted two years of full-blown war
Who is Todd Blanche, the former Trump lawyer whos the Presidents pick for acting attorney general
Before picking Todd Blanche to help lead and now run the Justice Department, President Donald Trump was his client
Is Netanyahu real or AI? | Generative AI warps truth of West Asia war
So how do you prove what's real is real when the line between reality and fabrication has blurred so much in the fog of the West Asia war?
USIsraelIran war, Day 35: Trump warns of next phase, says Iran leadership knows what to do
The USIsrael war on Iran entered its 35th day on Friday, April 3, with US President Donald Trump signalling further escalation even as Iranian missiles struck central Israel, triggering air defence responses and widening the regional conflict. Trump warns of next phase US President Donald Trump said Irans new regime leadership knows what has 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 .
Donald Trump threatens to strike Irans bridges and electric power plants
The U.S. military hasnt even started destroying whats left in Iran. Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants, Mr. Trump wrote on social media
Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants
Trump reiterates threats to attack Iranian infrastructure
US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott told that while President Trump had sought alks with Iran before the war, he accused the Iranian government of a persistent pursuit of a nuclear weapon
Amazon to slap surcharge on third-party sellers as Iran war drives up fuel prices
New York: Amazon is slapping a 3.5 per cent fuel and logistics surcharge on third-party sellers using its platform starting later this month amid a spike in fuel prices since the war in Iran started. The temporary charge is effective April 17 for many of the sellers who use Amazons fulfillment services, the online behemoth 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 .
Recalling the four-day conflict in May, the Pakistani Minister said that history was a stark reminder that miscalculation has consequences
Da'Quain Johnson's family reacts to prosecutors decision not to charge
UN lauds efforts by Indian peacekeepers in opening key corridor in South Sudan
Indian peacekeepers in South Sudan have successfully reopened a crucial supply route in Upper Nile State, previously closed due to last year's floods. This vital effort by UNMISS engineers will significantly improve mobility and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to vulnerable communities in a challenging environment.
US experts say American strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes
Over 100 international law experts in the US signed a letter saying the conduct of US raise serious concerns about violations of international human rights law... including potential war crimes.
Russian Dy PM Manturov meets Modi to strengthen strategic ties
New Delhi: Russias First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov on Thursday, April 2, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral ties in areas of investment, energy and fertilisers, among others. Manturov, on a two-day visit to India, also held talks with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and National Security Advisor 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 imposes 50 per cent tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper
Washington: US President Donald Trump signed a sweeping proclamation imposing steep tariffs on imports of steel, aluminium and copper, tightening trade controls in the name of national security. The order mandates that tariffs apply to the full customs value of imported metal products and their derivatives, closing what the administration described as loopholes in earlier 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 .
Hegseth asks U.S. Armys top officer to step down while U.S. continues war on Iran
Pentagon officials are not offering a reason for George's departure, which comes nearly five weeks into U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran and with no clear timeline from President Donald Trump on when the war may end.
Trump unveils 100% tariff on some patented drugs on Liberation Day anniversary
Companies that have signed a most favoured nation pricing deal and are actively building facilities in the U.S. to onshore production of patented pharmaceuticals and their ingredients will have a 0% tariff
Fresh explosions were reported in the Tehran area, with Iranian state television reporting U.S.-Israeli strikes hit a bridge in the northern town of Karaj twice -- the first causing civilian casualties and the second striking as emergency teams responded.
UN set to vote on watered-down proposal to open Strait of Hormuz
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a watered-down proposal to secure the Strait of Hormuz, allowing only defensive actions after China and Russia opposed authorizing force. The resolution aims to ensure safe passage for vessels, a critical waterway for global oil transport, following Iran's interference.
Olathe police launch drone program to respond to emergencies faster and improve safety
Trump imposes 100% tariffs on branded drug imports, overhauls metals duties
The administration also revised tariffs on steel, aluminum and copper to simplify the system and support domestic industries, though critics warn of rising costs for consumers and businesses
Pam Bondi out as US attorney general as Trump announces leadership change
Bondi will be succeeded on an acting basis by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, while Trump considers a permanent replacement amid ongoing debate over the Justice Departments direction
