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Asian stocks dipped early Monday as traders reined in expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts following fresh signs of US economic resilience. Japanese and Australian shares fell. South Korea’s benchmark bucked the trend, led by Samsung Electronics Co.’s rally after it announced a stock buyback plan. US futures gained, after the S&P 500 slid 1.3% on Friday to erase more than half of its gains following the US election.

«All our FTAs, whether it is with the EU or UK, all are progressing as per the schedule,» the official said. In the coming weeks, a bilateral meeting is scheduled between the commerce secretary and the Director-General of the European Union to take stock of the negotiations for the proposed trade agreement with the European Union.

RCEP) continues to be justified, according to a recent report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The study highlights that participation in the trade bloc could exacerbate India's trade deficits, particularly with China, and pose challenges to domestic industries, especially small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). India opted out of RCEP in 2019, citing concerns over trade imbalances and the potential harm to local industries. The RCEP, a comprehensive free trade agreement, includes the 10 ASEAN countries and six trade partners—China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and India (which chose not to join). Together, these countries account for 30% of global GDP and nearly half the world’s population. Key Findings

Australia and on the other side are India, wounded after a rare series loss at home after 12 years, that too a 0-3 whitewash against New Zealand. Here is a description of what could be expected at each venue based on last six seasons, which have witnessed two big series wins by India and another home Test loss for Australia to West Indies in a thriller at Brisbane this year. -Optus Stadium, Perth

Mohammed Shami made a triumphant return to competitive cricket after a year-long injury layoff, taking seven wickets in Bengal's thrilling 11-run win over Madhya Pradesh in their Ranji Trophy match on Saturday. Shami's performance included a four-wicket haul in the first innings, and he also contributed with the bat. His form is a positive sign for Team India, which is heading to Australia with a relatively inexperienced pace attack for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, starting next week in Perth. In the match, Madhya Pradesh won the toss and elected to field first. Bengal posted a total of 228 runs, with Shahbaz Ahmed top-scoring with a quickfire 92 off 80 balls, including 16 fours and a six. Aryan Pandey (4/47) and Kulwant Khejroliya (4/84) were the standout bowlers for Madhya Pradesh.

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Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma and his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, have been blessed with their second child, a baby boy, on Friday, November 15. The couple, who are already parents to their daughter Samaira, born in 2018, have yet to announce the delightful news to their fans and well-wishers formally.

Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh have been blessed with a baby boy. Several users posted congratulatory messages, with one post reading, «Ritika and Rohit Sharma have welcomed a baby boy! Congratulations to the happy couple!» Another post shared, «Jr Hitman has arrived.» The couple, already parents to a daughter who will turn six on December 30, received warm wishes from fans across platforms. Despite the flood of posts on social media, there was no official announcement from either Rohit Sharma or his social media accounts.

Leaders of Pacific Rim countries including the U.S. and China have gathered in Peru for an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meeting, the first major global summit since U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory

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Philip Green, who paid a courtesy visit to Agriculture Secretary Devesh Chaturvedi on Thursday, discussed new opportunities for collaboration in agriculture and allied sectors. Highlighting the importance of agriculture in Australia's priorities, Green expressed «keen interest in exploring opportunities within the agri-tech sector». He also stressed the need for continued engagement to identify and unlock new opportunities for trade and cooperation.

KL Rahul is aiming to use the upcoming IPL as a platform to secure his return to the Indian T20I side. The 32-year-old Indian cricketer, who is keen to remain an all-format player, is also in contention to open the innings in the first Test against Australia of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series in Perth if skipper Rohit Sharma opts to sit out. However, KL Rahul suffered an elbow injury during a practice match at the WACA ground on Friday, raising concerns about his availability for the first Test of Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia starting November 22. Also Read: Virat Kohli undergoes scan, KL Rahul suffers blow

The Australian government's plan to ban children from social media to protect them from harm has won almost universal political support

Asian shares are mostly higher after U.S. stocks slipped as the rally following Trump’s election victory cooled further

Border Gavaskar Trophy against Australia starting November 22. KL Rahul was struck on the elbow by a delivery from teammate Prasidh Krishna and was forced to retire hurt after scoring 29 runs. He subsequently underwent scans to assess the extent of the injury. “About Rahul…it’s just happened so will take some time to assess (his elbow),” BCCI sources told PTI.

Mohammed Shami expressed his feelings after his brilliant performance on his return to competitive cricket since the 2023 50-over World Cup final against Australia, returned with figures of 0/34 in 10 overs. «Finally, the wait is over! After 360 days, I'm back on the field, stronger, and hungrier. 4 wickets for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy and this is just the start. Every delivery, and every wicket is dedicated to You, my incredible fans. Your love fuels my passion. Let's make this season unforgettable!» Shami wrote on X. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCW1HisCwCR/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves is set to announce plans later Thursday to merge dozens of pension funds with the aim of unlocking tens of billions of pounds for investment and boosting the U.K.’s sub-par economic growth

Shares have opened higher in Europe after mostly falling in Asia following a report showing inflation in the U.S. was roughly as expected last month

Australia vs Pakistan 1st T20I Live Score: Having won the ODI series in Australia for the first time in 22 years, Pakistan will be chasing a rare double when both teams face-off in the first T20I at the Gabba in Brisbane on Thursday. Pakistan have never won a T20 international match against Australia on Australian soil.

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IMD (Indian Meteorological Department) has noted a slight drop in both maximum and minimum temperatures in Delhi/NCR, with current temperatures ranging between 30-32°C during the day and 14-19°C at night.