Rain washes away Yamuna Expressway shoulder near Dankaur

Japanese equities gained on Thursday, with the Topix hitting a record high and extending its seven-session winning streak. The Nikkei rose 1.6%, led by semiconductor stocks tracking US peers. Strong corporate earnings outlooks also supported sentiment, while financial stocks advanced. Investors remained encouraged by improved profit forecasts across Topix companies.

NITK, DGMS join hands to focus on mining safety

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah visited flood-affected Rajouri district. He directed authorities to expedite restoration and intensify relief and rehabilitation efforts. The government will enhance relief quantum and provide rehabilitation assistance to affected families. Families losing homes and land will receive five marlas for rehabilitation. Construction along vulnerable riverbanks will not be permitted…