Asian stock markets displayed a mixed performance on Wednesday, pressured by a rising US dollar and escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly following an Israeli airstrike that heightened concerns in the region. Japanese markets faced losses, while Chinese stocks gained after recent interest rate cuts. ... [Read More]
23 October,2024 11:40 AM IST | Hong Kong |The government has announced a duty exemption for parboiled and husked brown rice, reducing export duty to nil effective from October 22. The move aims to boost rice exports and stabilise global prices, with the Election Commission`s approval ensuring no political advantage. ... [Read More]
23 October,2024 11:03 AM IST | New Delhi |Five people died, and five were injured after an under-construction building collapsed in Bengaluru’s Horamavu Agara area. Rescue operations are ongoing, with several still feared trapped. ... [Read More]
23 October,2024 10:51 AM IST | Bengaluru |The JMM has released its initial list of 35 candidates for the upcoming Jharkhand assembly elections. Chief Minister Hemant Soren will contest from Barhait, while his wife Kalpana Soren will stand in Gandey. The elections will take place in two phases in November. ... [Read More]
23 October,2024 10:42 AM IST | Ranchi |Supporters of former MLA Rajendra Singh demand he be nominated as the BJP candidate for the Budhni bypoll, replacing Ramakant Bhargava. They warn of voting for NOTA if their demand is ignored. ... [Read More]
23 October,2024 10:33 AM IST | Bhopal |