Le Journal

The Indian rupee gained 49 paise to 89.17 against the US dollar on Monday, aided by equity market gains, RBI intervention, and falling crude prices. Analysts warn of potential weakness ahead of an expected India-US trade deal by December-end.

Election Commission officials will review Tamil Nadu’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls from November 24–26. The exercise, underway across nine states and three UTs, includes field inspections and assessments of BLO work, media coordination and voter awareness as political challenges reach the Supreme Court.

China accused Japan of crossing a “red line” after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested Tokyo could intervene militarily if Beijing blockades Taiwan. Foreign Minister Wang Yi warned of a firm response, as tensions rise with Beijing accusing Japan of violating international norms.

A man was burnt to death after his EcoSport car suddenly caught fire while moving on the Outer Ring Road at Shamirpet on Monday. The vehicle was completely gutted before help arrived. Police are probing technical failure and confirming the victim’s identity.

Israel launched a rare strike on Beirut’s southern suburb of Haret Hreik, killing Hezbollah’s chief of staff Haytham Tabtabai along with four others and injuring 25. Israel’s Defense Minister vowed continued forceful action, while Hezbollah warned of retaliation.