November 19, 2025 6:38 PM

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Asian Markets End Mixed; European Stocks Trade Higher

Major Asian stock markets closed mixed today. South Korea’s Kospi index fell 0.6 per cent, Hong Kong's Hang Seng index lost almost 0.4 per cent and Japan’s Nikkei 225 index dropped over 0.3 per cent. On the other hand, China's Shanghai Composite Index added nearly 0.2 per cent and Singapore’s Strait...

November 19, 2025 6:37 PM

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Rupee Rises 3 Paise Against US Dollar

In the forex market, the rupee today appreciated by three paise to close at 88 rupees and 58 paise against the US dollar. The dollar index, which indicates US dollar's strength against a basket of six other leading currencies, was trading at 99.70 in intra-day trade.

November 19, 2025 6:36 PM

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Poland to Shut Down Russia’s Last Consulate in Gdansk

Poland will close Russia’s last functioning consulate in Gdansk after a series of weekend attacks on key rail lines between Warsaw and Lublin. Poland's Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski announced the withdrawal of consent for the consulate’s operation, linking the move to what authorities describe ...

November 19, 2025 6:34 PM

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Minister Jaishankar Inaugurates New Indian Consulates in Yekaterinburg and Kazan

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar today inaugurated Consulates General of India in Yekaterinburg and Kazan, alongside Russia's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrey Rudenko. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jaishankar expressed confidence that the establishment of the new Consulates will boo...

November 19, 2025 6:32 PM

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India to Face USA in U19 World Cup 2026 Opener

India will take on USA in the opening match of the U19 Mens Cricket World Cup 2026. The tournament will be played from 15th January to 6th February of the next year in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The event features 16 teams across four groups and 41 matches.      India are in Group A with the USA, Banglad...

November 19, 2025 6:30 PM

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UK Warns Russia After Spy Ship Nears Scottish Waters

The United Kingdom issued a sharp warning to Russia today after the spy ship Yantar was detected skirting UK waters north of Scotland. UK Defence Secretary John Healey said the vessel had aimed lasers at pilots of surveillance aircraft monitoring its movements. He stressed that Britain understands t...

November 19, 2025 6:28 PM

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President Murmu to Begin Three-State Visit Tomorrow

President Droupadi Murmu will embark on a three-day visit to Chhattisgarh, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh from tomorrow. During her visit to Chhattisgarh, the President will grace the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas celebration at Ambikapur.        On the second day of her visit, President Murmu will inaugurat...

November 19, 2025 6:25 PM

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US Approves Sale of NASAMS Missile Systems to Taiwan

The United States of America has approved the sale of advanced NASAMS missile systems to Taiwan. It marks the Washington’s second major weapons package for Taipei in a week. The medium-range air defence system will be a new addition to Taiwan’s military capabilities.      According to the Pentagon, ...

November 19, 2025 6:23 PM

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Torrential Rains Trigger Deadly Floods in Central Vietnam

Eight people has died as torrential rain unleashed a new wave of floods and landslides across central Vietnam since the weekend, disrupting daily life and agriculture. Rainfall has topped 1,100 millimetres in several provinces, overwhelming communities in a region known both for major coffee product...

November 19, 2025 7:35 PM

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World Fisheries Day 2025 to be celebrated on 21st November

World Fisheries Day 2025 will be celebrated on 21st of this month at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi. The theme for this year is India’s Blue Transformation: Strengthening Value Addition in Seafood Exports.      Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying said that the event will host par...