Proposed bank strike deferred after talks between bank body and unions

South Korean shares experienced a significant decline on Thursday, driven by chipmaker stock sell-offs. The Bank of Korea raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time in over three years. This move aimed to stabilize the nation’s weakening currency against the US dollar. Major chipmakers like SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics saw substantial drops…

Although H1N1 flu primarily impacts the respiratory system, it can infrequently lead to heart muscle inflammation and irregular heart rhythms. Symptoms may mimic typical recovery signs from flu, making it essential to stay alert for any new or worsening chest discomfort or shortness of breath. Timely identification of these cardiac complications is vital to ensure…

The Union Cabinet is likely to have approved a Rs 25 per quintal increase in the minimum support price (MSP) of wheat, taking it to Rs 2,610 per quintal for the 2027-28 rabi marketing year, sources said on Wednesday. The MSP for wheat for the 2026-27 marketing year (April-March) was fixed at Rs 2,585 per…