Tokyo stocks rose Monday morning after the Bank of Japan's Tankan survey showed a better-than-expected improvement in sentiment among major manufacturers. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average gained 104.32 points, or 0.26 percent, to 39,687.40. The broader Topix index was up 13.71 points, or 0.49 percent, at 2,823.34. Source: Qatar News Agency
Indonesia Braces for Potential Drought as El Niño Influences Weather Patterns
October 25, 2026
Jakarta:Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) is actively preparing for potential drought conditions as the El Niño weather phenomenon is