June 19, 2024 7:12 PM June 19, 2024 7:12 PM

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North Korea and Russia Sign Mutual Defense Pact, Strengthen Military Cooperation

North Korea and Russia have signed an agreement to strengthen their military cooperation, including a mutual defense pledge in case of an attack. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un described the enhanced relationship as an alliance during a press conference following his meeting with Russian President ...

June 19, 2024 6:50 PM June 19, 2024 6:50 PM

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Bangladesh: At least 9 killed at Rohingya camps in rain-triggered landslides

In Bangladesh, at least nine persons were killed at Rohingya camps in rain-triggered landslides which also damaged many dwellings today. Rohingya people live in 33 camps in Cox's Bazar district, which has been witnessing heavy rainfall since yesterday. The authorities are working to evacuate the peo...

June 19, 2024 6:49 PM June 19, 2024 6:49 PM

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Nine killed, 40 injured in explosions at military ammunition depot in Chad

Nine people were killed and more than 40 injured when a fire set off explosions at a military ammunition depot in Chad’s capital N'Djamena. Government spokesperson Abderaman Koulamallah said 46 people were being treated for various injuries after the explosions jolted residents from their sleep late...

June 19, 2024 6:28 PM June 19, 2024 6:28 PM

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SBI approves raising up to Rs 20,000 crore via long-term bonds for FY 2025

State bank of india approved to raise up to 20 thousand crore rupees by issuing long-term bonds in the Financial Year 2025 for funding infrastructure projects and affordable housing units. The Central Board at its meeting held today said that the fundraising will be done through a public issue or a ...

June 19, 2024 6:26 PM June 19, 2024 6:26 PM

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Asia’s Markets Rally, Except Shanghai Composite Slips 0.4%

Major Asian indices ended in green today except China's Shanghai Composite Index was down by 0.4 percent. Whereas, Hong Kong's Hang Seng jumped 2.87 percent, South Korea's Kospi climbed 1.21 percent, Japan's Nikkei added 0.23 percent and Singapore's straits times gained 0.07 percent.   In the Europe...

June 19, 2024 6:26 PM June 19, 2024 6:26 PM

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Govt to Launch 10th Round of Commercial Coal Block Auction on 21st June

The government is set to launch the 10th round of the commercial coal block auction on 21st of this month. In this round, 60 blocks will be offered. The Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy will launch the commercial coal block auctions in Hyderabad.   In a statement, Coal Ministry s...

June 19, 2024 6:30 PM June 19, 2024 6:30 PM

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Stock Market: Record Highs for S&P 500 and Nasdaq, Nvidia Leads Surge

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs yesterday, buoyed by Nvidia's continued surge to new peaks, while the Dow ended barely higher in subdued pre-holiday trading following softer-than-expected U.S. retail sales data. The S&P 500 appreciated 0.25 percent, the Dow Jones Industrial Ave...

June 19, 2024 5:46 PM June 19, 2024 5:46 PM

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ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 Stage Kicks Off Today

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 stage is set to begin today. South Africa will lock horns with USA at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium at 8:00 PM IST this evening. Indian cricket team are set to start their Super Eight campaign of the ongoing T20 World Cup with a match against Afghanistan at...