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U.S. launches new strikes on Iran after Trump vows to hit 'hard'

Both the United States and Iran said they had hit dozens of targets in the initial wave of attacks

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 3:09 am

LIVE: Multiple explosions rock Iran

Multiple explosions were reported across southern and south-eastern Iran in the early hours of Thursday, hours after President Donald Trump warned that the United States would be hitting them hard tonight as fresh military action intensified. US Central Command (CENTCOM) later said American forces had begun conducting additional strikes against Iran, saying the operation was 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 9 Jul 2026 2:23 am

U.S. to remove Syria from terror blacklist, in new boost to Sharaa

With the removal, only three countries remain on the terror blacklist Iran, North Korea and Cuba

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 1:51 am

Prisoners of violence: On Sri Lankas prison riots

Sri Lanka must do more to uphold order, prevent crowding within its prisons

The Hindu 9 Jul 2026 12:17 am

Indian national among inmates killed in Sri Lankas prison riots

The deceased Indians name is Unnikrishnan S.; the High Commission of India has not yet issued an official statement on the death, official sourcesin Colombo confirmedthata noteverbaleon the incidentwas sent

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:55 pm

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M after jury found Trump sexually abused and defamed her

Donald Trump is also appealing $83 million in defamation compensation granted to E. Jean Carroll by a separate Manhattan jury after a January 2024 trial at which Mr. Trump briefly testified.

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:53 pm

Why Russia is trying to jam Starlink and what it means for Ukraine | Explained

Starlink has become a crucial tool for Ukraines military, enabling battlefield communications and long-range drone operations. Now, Russia is deploying advanced electronic warfare systems to jam Starlink signals and disrupt Ukrainian attacks.

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:32 pm

Drone strikes on civilian vehicles kill at least 20 in Sudan, rights groups say

The group said that the strike was deliberate and carried out using a guided drone and called for the international community to pressure RSF leadership to stop targeting civilians

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:06 pm

China signals 'new normal' with coast guard patrols off Taiwan's east

During the operation, the China Coast Guard for the first time radioed cargo ships passing Taiwan for information about their crew and destination

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:02 pm

Messi, Morocco and six European teams eye World Cup glory

Miami Gardens: More World Cup teams. Same World Cup story. This edition started with 48 teams; its now down to eight, with six of those from Europe. And unless Morocco pulls off a series of surprising outcomes over the final two weeks, the champion will come from Europe or South America. Again. As always. 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 8 Jul 2026 10:52 pm

Ukraine says its drones struckthree refineries and tankers in Russia

Russia bans diesel exports to ensure domestic supply till July 31

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 10:40 pm

HONEYMOON SUITE: Indian Railways suspends ticket checker after newlywed couple's decorated First AC coupe goes viral

The South Central Railway (SCR) has suspended the concerned Ticket Checker after an unauthorised decorator was allowed into a First AC coach of the Nandigram Express to decorate a private coupe for a travelling couple.

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 10:39 pm

Dombivli Hospital Assault Case: Shiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre Arrested After Massive Outrage

Shiv Sena (Shinde) corporator Ramesh Mhatre has been arrested in connection with the alleged assault on doctors and hospital staff at KDMC's Shastrinagar Hospital in Dombivli. Three aides were arrested earlier. The attack, captured on CCTV, sparked protests by doctors, while police continue their investigation into the incident.

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 10:38 pm

Rivers swell, heavy inflows in dams, flood threats loom as monsoon intensifies across Karnataka

Overflowing rivers have inundated agricultural land, damaging crops, while reservoirs including KRS and Hemavati have recorded sharp increases in inflows. Authorities are monitoring water releases and flood-prone areas, schools have been shut in parts of Belur as a precaution

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 10:38 pm

CM Shivakumar holds strategic meet with over 150 GCC leaders to boost Karnataka's innovation ecosystem

Deliberations focused on artificial intelligence, engineering, research and development, product innovation, talent development, digital infrastructure, ease of doing business, industry-academia collaboration and expanding GCC investments beyond Bengaluru.

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 10:37 pm

Shailesh Lodha's daughter's wedding: Vicky Kaushal welcomes baraatis; fans ask why Dilip Joshi, TMKOC team were missing

Shailesh Lodha's daughter Swara's wedding was attended by several prominent personalities, but the absence of his Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah co-stars caught fans' attention. Many linked it to the actor's long-standing fallout with producer Asit Kumarr Modi.

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 10:37 pm

Canada invites Telangana CM to visit for trade, investment ties

Hyderabad: Canadas High Commissioner to India, Chris Cooter, on Wednesday, July 8, met Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad and invited him to visit the country. Reddy and Cooter held crucial discussions focused on strengthening CanadaTelangana trade, investment, and innovation partnerships. The deliberations focused on opportunities for enhanced collaboration in major 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 .

The Siasat Daily 8 Jul 2026 9:36 pm

Watch: U.S.-Iran ceasefire over: what happens now? | Above the Fold | 08.07.2026

From the escalating conflict in West Asia to latest developments in the 2023 killing of a Khalistani separatist in Canada, we bring you the latest in this episode. We also unpack explosive findings from the SIT report on the alleged Ram Temple embezzlement case, and more

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 8:42 pm

Pakistani rescue teams locate wreckage of private aircraft that disappeared over Arabian Sea

The Pakistan Navy and the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) have successfully located and identified the wreckage of K2 Airways Cargo B737, which was declared missing last night, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) said in a post on X.

The Economic Times 8 Jul 2026 8:14 pm

At least five children die in monsoon landslide at a Rohingya camp in Bangladesh

More than 1 million refugees live in the camp; dollar Tripura, the local chief of the Fire Service and Civil Defence, said the landslide hit as children were attending classes

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 8:00 pm

IMF lowers 2026 world growth forecast as West Asia risks linger

Global economic growth is now estimated at 3% this year, IMF said, down from 3.1% in its April forecast

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 6:57 pm

Make China leading power in sci-tech by 2035: Xi tells scientists

He said the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030) is a critical phase for tackling tough challenges in building up the country's strength in science and technology

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 6:55 pm

Is the U.S.-Iran agreement falling apart?

There were two major hurdles in the implementation of the MoU signed on June 17. One was the war in Lebanon and the other was the status of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 5:46 pm

SC seeks CBSE response on plea seeking grace marks, fresh exams for Gulf-based Class 12 students

The writ petition, filed through advocate Vineet Jindal, contended that thousands of CBSE Class 12 students studying in GCC/West Asian countries were subjected to extraordinary and unprecedented circumstances arising out of the regional conflict, which severely disrupted the board examination process

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 5:17 pm

Nitin Gadkari Defends E20 Fuel Policy, Challenges Critics To Show Vehicle Damage

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari defended India's E20 ethanol-blended petrol programme amid criticism over mileage concerns and vehicle issues. He challenged critics to name a single car damaged by E20 fuel, while highlighting the policy's role in reducing crude oil imports, saving foreign exchange and cutting carbon emissions

IBTimes 8 Jul 2026 5:17 pm

Marine Le Pens political career and the rise of the French far right: Timeline

The head of the National Rally, Le Pen, 57, gained popularity in recent years by softening the image of the party founded by her late father who was known for his anti-semitic and racist remarks and dropping extreme positions, such as exiting the European Union.

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 5:09 pm

Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organiser in Gaza just before kickoff

Health authorities in Gaza say an Israeli strike killed an organizer of public screenings of World Cup matches in the enclave

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 4:58 pm

Russian attacks kill three across Ukraine, strike Kyiv for second consecutive night

Russia's Defence Ministry said the military carried out a strike on arms industry facilities in Kyiv overnight, hitting a Flamingo cruise missiles plant and a facility assembling mid and long range drones

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 4:41 pm

European Union Aviation Agency tells operators to avoid Iran, Iraq airspace until August 31

It had also asked airlines to exercise caution when operating within the airspace of Bahrain, Kuwait, Israel, Jordan, Qatar, Oman, UAE and Saudi Arabia

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 3:58 pm

The story of India-Indonesia collaboration in the 1940s | Explained

From Nehrus diplomatic support to Biju Patnaiks daring mission, India played a significant role in Indonesias struggle for independence. Heres how the partnership took shape in the 1940s

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 3:38 pm

Russia tries to jam Musk's Starlink systems to counter Ukrainian drones

Jamming devices installed by Russia near towns and military facilities, disrupting the Starlink systems operated by Musk's SpaceX

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 3:36 pm

Trump lashes out at allies as key NATO summit begins

With tensions peaking after an overnight flareup between U.S. and Iranian forces, Mr. Trump declared the Iran ceasefire was over, then took aim at NATO allies who failed to back his campaign against Tehran

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 3:21 pm

NATO Summit: Trump escalates feud with Spain, orders trade cutoff

The US president called Madrid a terrible partner in the alliance;, says he wanted no business with Spain

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 3:18 pm

Tehran targets Bahrain, Kuwait after US strikes and limits Iran's oil sales over ship attacks

The attacks on shipping and the resulting strikes came during the dayslong funeral for Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed Feb. 28 in the war's first moments at age 86

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 3:07 pm

This Former DeepMind Exec Thinks the AI Arms Race Could End in Disaster

Verity Harding tells WIRED that the US governments nationalistic attitude toward AI is evidence that a worst-case scenario is taking shape.

Wired 8 Jul 2026 3:00 pm

Trump says Iran ceasefire over after fighting flares

Ill let our wonderful negotiators keep talking if they want, but I dont see it. I dont like these people, Mr. Trump said

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 2:49 pm

Trump says ceasefire with Iran is over

For me, I think its over, Trump said, adding, Its just a waste of time dealing with them.

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 2:24 pm

Prabowo Subianto | The reformed General

The former military leader and Defence Minister, who is likely to become Indonesias new President, was once accused of human rights abuses, but ran a campaign with a softer image of himself using Instagram and TikTok

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 2:20 pm

NATO considers skipping 2027 summit to avoid tensions with Trump

A discussion on moving away from annual summits has picked up steam this week as NATO leaders gather in Ankara, according to people familiar with the talks

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 2:18 pm

Rescuers search for missing in China storms after 1,00,000 flee

Extreme weather has wreaked havoc on the countrys south and centre this week, with a super typhoon heading towards eastern provinces this weekend

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 1:41 pm

Tehran targets Bahrain, Kuwait after U.S. strikes and limits Iran's oil sales over ship attacks

Negotiations to reach a final deal on reopening the Strait of Hormuz had been due to start after Khamenei's burial. But the new attacks has thrown that into question

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 1:26 pm

Funeral prayers in Iraq for Iranian supreme leader commence after body arrives in holy city

Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has yet to make an appearance in the funeral ceremonies, which are unfolding over several days. He is believed to be in hiding after reportedly being wounded in the airstrike that killed his father

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 1:25 pm

Why did the U.S. indict Lawrence Bishnoi over Hardeep Singh Nijjars murder?

The U.S. has indicted Lawrence Bishnoi, a jailed Indian gangster, for his alleged role in a transnational conspiracy linked to the murder of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada in June 2023.

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 12:25 pm

PM Modi, President Subianto visit Prambanan Temple in Indonesia

India and Indonesia, a day ago, exchanged a Letter of Intent to start a project on the conservation and restoration of the temple complex with assistance from India

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:36 am

Rahul Mishras brings Devi to Paris Haute Couture Week 2026

Isha Ambani, Cardi B attend Paris Haute Couture Week

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 11:25 am

US strikes southern Iran, Tehran retaliates across Gulf

The United States launched large-scale strikes on military targets in southern Iran on Wednesday, July 8, prompting Tehran to retaliate with missile and drone attacks on US military facilities across the Gulf. The escalation came on the 21st day after Washington and Tehran signed their memorandum of understanding and 130 days since the outbreak 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 8 Jul 2026 11:10 am

Four oil and gas tankers turn back from Hormuz strait after vessel attacks

LNG tankers Al Ghariya, Duhail and Al Ruwais have all been inching westward towards the Strait of Hormuz before changing course to turn away late on Tuesday, showed data from analytics firms Kpler and LSEG.

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 10:58 am

India, France discuss ways to boost cooperation in critical minerals sector

Talks focus on strengthen cooperation in exploration, processing and recycling of critical minerals and rare earth elements

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 9:13 am

US official says latest attacks on Iran 4-5 times bigger than last strikes: Report

Operation described as punishment, far larger than previous assaults

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 8:29 am

Iran military command vows 'crushing response' after accusing US of strikes

Tehran asserts control over Strait of Hormuz safe passage amid escalating tensions

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 8:25 am

Iran condemns US revocation of oil sanctions as violation of Islamabad MoU

Tehran warns of consequences as US launches strikes on Iran over Strait of Hormuz attacks

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 8:23 am

US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz

The new assaults in the fuel-shipping waterway were the most in a single day since late April, according to the UN International Maritime Organization

The Hindu Businessline 8 Jul 2026 8:19 am

US launches new strikes against Iranian targets

Dubai: The US military launched a series of strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday, July 8, after three merchant ships were struck in the waters off Oman. In a statement posted to social media, US Central Command said American forces launched the strikes to impose heavy costs for targeting and attacking commercial shipping crewed by 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 8 Jul 2026 7:57 am

Switzerland edge Colombia on penalties to reach last eight

Vancouver: Ruben Vargas converted his penalty, and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over Colombia after a scoreless draw on Tuesday, July 7. Switzerland will next face defending champion Argentina on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 earlier in the day. Switzerland 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 8 Jul 2026 7:31 am

Pakistan searches for Boeing cargo plane with five aboard missing off Karachi

Pakistans airport authority posted on X that search and rescue operations were underway in the Arabian Sea. The cause of the aircrafts disappearance was not immediately known

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 7:12 am

U.S. charges Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar for Nijjars killing in Canada in 2023

The killing of Nijjar soured bilateral relations between India and Canada as then Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought to link the government in New Delhi to the murder

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 6:21 am

U.S. strikes Iran after Hormuz attacks, Tehran threatens response

Iran's Foreign Ministry accused the United States of repeatedly violating the memorandum of understanding agreed between the two sides and threatened retaliation

The Hindu 8 Jul 2026 4:48 am

Three tanker attacks in a day raise Hormuz threat to severe

The Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) has raised the threat level for the Strait of Hormuz to Severe after three commercial tankers were attacked in a single day, warning that deliberate hostile action against merchant shipping is now considered likely. In its latest regional maritime security advisory covering the period from March 1 to July 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 Jul 2026 10:59 pm

Trump berates NATO, praises Turkeys Erdogan as summit starts

NATO chief Mark Rutte has insisted European countries are delivering by bolstering military budgets and moving to take more responsibility for the defence of their continent in the face of Russia

The Hindu 7 Jul 2026 10:07 pm

Reform U.K. s Farage resigns as MP, forces byelection

Nigel Farage is currently under investigation by a parliamentary standards body for not registering a personal gift of 5 million from Thailand-based cryptocurrency investor Christopher Harborne

The Hindu 7 Jul 2026 9:21 pm

Watch: Monsoon rains trigger deadly debris slip in Wayanad |Above the Fold | 07.07.2026

From Kerala to Indonesia, and from Syria to the FIFA World Cup, in this episode, we look at the deadly debris slip in Kerala, Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit to Indonesia, explosions in Syria during French President Emmanuel Macrons trip, the Gujarat High Courts ruling on the 2008 Ahmedabad blasts case, and more.

The Hindu 7 Jul 2026 8:59 pm

Trump says Greenland should be controlled by the US, not Denmark

His remarks have sparked fresh tensions with Denmark and NATO allies amid ongoing talks

The Hindu Businessline 7 Jul 2026 7:50 pm