China and Hong Kong stocks dropped on Thursday as investors doubted a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping would yield key breakthroughs. Despite a two-month trade truce extension, market sentiment was dampened by tariff uncertainties, chip export curbs, and Wall Street weakness.
India's men's kabaddi team secured a convincing victory against Chinese Taipei, advancing to the semi-finals. They dominated the match, leading comfortably at halftime and maintaining their performance in the second half. This win marked India's fourth consecutive victory in the group stage of the competition. Meanwhile, the Indian women's kabaddi team also achieved successful outcomes in their group matches. They will play against host Japan in their upcoming fixture.
Garam Dharam Dhaba in Mohan Nagar, Ghaziabad, faced abrupt closure when a cockroach was found in one of its dishes. Following a complaint to local authorities, food safety officials inspected the establishment and uncovered unsanitary kitchen conditions and defective storage equipment. Consequently, the dhaba has been mandated to address these health violations prior to any potential reopening.
Avantel shares jumped over 8% on Thursday after securing a Rs 177.35 crore purchase order from Zetwerk Manufacturing Businesses for satellite communication equipment. Scheduled for execution by March 2027, the domestic manufacturing contract boosts revenue visibility for the telecom and defence electronics manufacturer following robust Q1 FY27 results.
Japan’s 10-year government bond yield climbed to its highest level since 1996, tracking a sharp rise in US Treasury yields as a weaker yen added to concerns over domestic inflation.
Mark Carney's warning emphasizes the need for middle powers like the European Union to assert themselves. Europe faces significant challenges in technology dependence and military capabilities compared to the US and China. Supply-chain resilience and trade imbalances require urgent action for the EU to enhance its bargaining power. Collaboration with Canada and Ukraine presents opportunities for a stronger geopolitical stance.
Mayor Ashok Kumar Tiwari launched projects worth ₹78.26 crore in Bhelupur Ward during a groundbreaking ceremony. The initiatives include a major project for sewer and drinking water lines along with household connections. Smaller projects for road construction and mini tube wells have also been initiated to enhance infrastructure. These efforts aim to address persistent issues with water supply and sewer blockages experienced by residents.
Japan's Nikkei share average jumped 1.33% on Thursday as CPU-related tech stocks rallied following Meta's unveiling of its new Meta Charm device. Gains in semiconductor suppliers like Ibiden offset pressure on banking stocks caused by 10-year Japanese government bond yields climbing to a multi-decade high of 3.055%.
NSE made a muted debut with a 0.8% listing gain, placing it near the lower end of the Rs 10,000 crore-plus IPO club. Despite strong subscription and its dominant market position, the exchange delivered a modest debut. Brokerages remain constructive, citing long-term growth potential, strong fundamentals and India’s financialisation.
Naorem Roshibina Devi has secured a silver medal in the women's Sanda 60kg event at the Asian Games. This achievement is significant as it marks her third consecutive medal at the continental competition. Previously, she won a bronze medal at the 2018 Jakarta Asian Games and now adds to her collection. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her on this remarkable accomplishment.
For Nene Royal, the evening marked the biggest moment of her AGT journey. The teenager arrived on the show as a relatively unknown performer and left as its newest champion. Her victory earned her the $1 million prize and placed her alongside the long list of performers who have used the America’s Got Talent stage to introduce themselves to a massive US audience.
