Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China, held its general election on Saturday (Jan 13). The ruling Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te won the election after candidates of opposition parties- Hou Yu-ih of the Kuomintang (KMT) and Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) conceded defeat.

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Using military threats, diplomatic pressure, fake news and financial inducements for politicians, China is being accused of deploying a broad strategy to influence voters in Taiwan’s elections to pick candidates who favor unification. WION tells you more in this report.

Taiwan Elections 2024: Taiwan accuses China of fake news and financial lures

Taiwan Elections 2024: Taiwan accuses China of military threats, fake news and financial users

Taiwan heads to the polls to choose its next leader in a high-stakes presidential election, polls opened at 8:00 AM local time at nearly 18,000 locations. Taiwan has slammed China for allegedly intimidating its citizens and attempting to influence the island's elections on Saturday. Taiwan's Foreign Minister Joseph Wu criticized China's "repeated interference" in the impending elections on Thursday, accusing Beijing of "once again blatantly intimidating the Taiwanese people and the international community".

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Taiwan's high-stakes presidential election: Polls opened at 8:00 AM local time at nearly 18,000 locations. Polls closed at 4:00 PM local time at nearly 18,000 locations. Poll closely watched as China steps up its rhetoric over self-ruled island. Watch to know more!

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The Maldives government on Sunday suspended three of its ministers after they shared offensive remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his Lakshadweep visit on social media, a Maldives spokesperson said.

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As Taiwan gears up to choose a new president next week, candidates have now turned to an unexpected stop on their campaign trails. They are targetting the island's widespread religious community that would make up for a significant number of votes on January 13. In new Taipei city, frontrunner Lai Ching-Te placed his offerings at the lixing fude temple.

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With the onset of 2024 brings with it the global election year. Almost half of the world's population will be voting across continents as election season officially kicks off this year. Watch to know more.

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The United Kingdom's political leaders have delivered their New Year messages as they prepare for the battle ahead at The Ballot Box. It seems like it is a tough battle between prime minister Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer and the stars don't look very bright for Sunak. Keep watching to know more.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity continues to wane&nbsp;amid the escalation in the war against Hamas and the increasing death toll on both sides.

In a poll carried out by Israel Democracy Institute in mid-December, it was reported that nearly 66 per cent of Israelis thought that the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) has the military capabilities to destroy Hamas in Gaza. However, what is more shocking is that more than 69 per cent want elections to be conducted in the country as soon as the war is over.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, nearly 39 per cent of those who voted for the Likud party of Netanyahu said that they are willing to do so again.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blotted-with-judicial-reforms-israel-hamas-war-is-2023-a-losing-game-for-netanyahu-669734">Here's how 2023 turned out for Israel's PM Netanyahu amid war, protests</a>

Another survey was carried out by the Bar-Ilan University in which it was revealed that only 24 per cent of Israelis considered Netanyahu as the most trustworthy source of news related to the war against Hamas. Meanwhile, 73 per cent of the people said that official military spokesmen should be considered as the most trusted source.

<h2>Political establishments also against Netanyahu?</h2>

Not only the members of the public but also the highest echelons of the political establishments and security, believe the prime minister has been leading the country in this war.

“The daily decisions on the war are being made by the three ex-generals in the war cabinet,” said one senior official, while speaking about Defence Minister Yoav Gallant to former IDF chiefs of staff now-turned politicians Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot, who joined the government when the war started.&nbsp;As per reports, Netanyahu had dithered and delayed decisions regarding when the ground offensive should be launched and if the hostage-release deal and a week-long truce should be accepted.

While visiting the front lines recently, he was quoted as saying to soldiers, “We are not stopping. Whoever talks about stopping — there is no such thing. We are not stopping. The war will continue until the end, until we finish it, no less.”&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Israel Army says, 'War in Gaza will last many more months'

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Currently, Netanyahu's political ratings are plummeting and he has already been abandoned by large chunks of his nationalist base, as per the polls.&nbsp;

However, Israelis - who are traumatised by the October 7 massacre - are still supporting the war against Hamas and want Netanyahu to win back.

While speaking to The Times, an Israeli security official, who had earlier worked with the prime minister, said, “Netanyahu’s preferred image as Israel’s ‘Mr Security’ is not backed by his actions. Above all, he’s risk-averse and doesn’t like military situations which he feels he can’t control.”

(With inputs from agencies)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity continues to wane amid the escalation in the war against Hamas and the increasing death toll on both sides.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity continues to wane amid the escalation in the war against Hamas and the increasing death toll on both sides. In a poll carried out by Israel Democracy Institute in mid-December, it was reported that nearly 66 per cent of Israelis thought that the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) has the military capabilities to destroy Hamas in Gaza. However, what is more shocking is that more than 69 per cent want elections to be conducted in the country as soon as the war is over. Meanwhile, nearly 39 per cent of those who voted for the Likud party of Netanyahu said that they are willing to do so again. Also read: Here's how 2023 turned out for Israel's PM Netanyahu amid war, protests Another survey was carried out by the Bar-Ilan University in which it was revealed that only 24 per cent of Israelis considered Netanyahu as the most trustworthy source of news related to the war against Hamas. Meanwhile, 73 per cent of the people said that official military spokesmen should be considered as the most trusted source. Political establishments also against Netanyahu? Not only the members of the public but also the highest echelons of the political establishments and security, believe the prime minister has been leading the country in this war. “The daily decisions on the war are being made by the three ex-generals in the war cabinet,” said one senior official, while speaking about Defence Minister Yoav Gallant to former IDF chiefs of staff now-turned politicians Benny Gantz and Gadi Eisenkot, who joined the government when the war started. As per reports, Netanyahu had dithered and delayed decisions regarding when the ground offensive should be launched and if the hostage-release deal and a week-long truce should be accepted. While visiting the front lines recently, he was quoted as saying to soldiers, “We are not stopping. Whoever talks about stopping — there is no such thing. We are not stopping. The war will continue until the end, until we finish it, no less.” Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Israel Army says, 'War in Gaza will last many more months' Currently, Netanyahu's political ratings are plummeting and he has already been abandoned by large chunks of his nationalist base, as per the polls. However, Israelis - who are traumatised by the October 7 massacre - are still supporting the war against Hamas and want Netanyahu to win back. While speaking to The Times, an Israeli security official, who had earlier worked with the prime minister, said, “Netanyahu’s preferred image as Israel’s ‘Mr Security’ is not backed by his actions. Above all, he’s risk-averse and doesn’t like military situations which he feels he can’t control.” (With inputs from agencies)

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After a series of blockades and hartals in Bangladesh, the opposition party BNP called for a non-cooperation movement against the incumbent government from Wednesday (Nov 20), appealing to the country's citizens to boycott the January 7 election.

The decision was taken by the party’s acting chief, Tarique Rahman, said BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, while speaking in a virtual press conference on Wednesday afternoon.&nbsp;

Rizvi appealed to the citizens and the administration to stop co-operating with the government.&nbsp;

He made specific requests to officers and employees who were given the election duties to not carry out their responsibilities, adding that the government has already compiled a list of election winners and future MPs.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-protesters-set-train-on-fire-amid-opposition-strike-four-killed-671662">Bangladesh protesters set train on fire amid opposition strike, four killed</a>

Moreover, Rizvi further appealed to the people to not pay their taxes or utility bills from now on.

Rizvi further appealed to people to consider if the deposition of money in banks was any more secure, as “the government has done most of its plundering through the banking sector.”

The BNP further appealed to its leaders and activists not to make further appearances in what was characterised by the party as "false" cases.

<h2>BNP calls countrywide blockade on Dec 24</h2>

The BNP and its allies also called for the countrywide road-rail-waterway blockade on December 24 as they appealed for the non-party caretaker government system's restoration.&nbsp;

A mass campaign will be conducted by the opposition parties on December 21, 22 and 23, extending their support to the boycott of the election and the non-cooperation movement.

Watch:&nbsp;Bangladesh National Party wants PM Sheikh Hasina to step down

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This will be the 11th blockade programme carried out by the opposition parties since October 31.

The blockade will start at 6:00 am (local time) on Sunday and end at 6:00 pm (local time) the same day.

Meanwhile, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday started her election campaign in the eastern Sylhet district amid calls for non-cooperation and an election boycott from the opposition parties.

“Not participating in elections is their (opposition parties) democratic right. But they are creating fear with arson attacks in the name of movement and destroying government property – property that belongs to the people,” she said.

(With inputs from agencies)

After a series of blockades and hartals in Bangladesh, the opposition party BNP called for a non-cooperation movement against the incumbent government from Wednesday (Nov 20), appealing to the country's citizens to boycott the January 7 election.

After a series of blockades and hartals in Bangladesh, the opposition party BNP called for a non-cooperation movement against the incumbent government from Wednesday (Nov 20), appealing to the country's citizens to boycott the January 7 election. The decision was taken by the party’s acting chief, Tarique Rahman, said BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, while speaking in a virtual press conference on Wednesday afternoon. Rizvi appealed to the citizens and the administration to stop co-operating with the government. He made specific requests to officers and employees who were given the election duties to not carry out their responsibilities, adding that the government has already compiled a list of election winners and future MPs. Also read: Bangladesh protesters set train on fire amid opposition strike, four killed Moreover, Rizvi further appealed to the people to not pay their taxes or utility bills from now on. Rizvi further appealed to people to consider if the deposition of money in banks was any more secure, as “the government has done most of its plundering through the banking sector.” The BNP further appealed to its leaders and activists not to make further appearances in what was characterised by the party as "false" cases. BNP calls countrywide blockade on Dec 24 The BNP and its allies also called for the countrywide road-rail-waterway blockade on December 24 as they appealed for the non-party caretaker government system's restoration. A mass campaign will be conducted by the opposition parties on December 21, 22 and 23, extending their support to the boycott of the election and the non-cooperation movement. Watch: Bangladesh National Party wants PM Sheikh Hasina to step down This will be the 11th blockade programme carried out by the opposition parties since October 31. The blockade will start at 6:00 am (local time) on Sunday and end at 6:00 pm (local time) the same day. Meanwhile, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday started her election campaign in the eastern Sylhet district amid calls for non-cooperation and an election boycott from the opposition parties. “Not participating in elections is their (opposition parties) democratic right. But they are creating fear with arson attacks in the name of movement and destroying government property – property that belongs to the people,” she said. (With inputs from agencies)

Bangladesh’s Opposition party starts non-cooperation movement, calls for boycott of polls

As Bangladesh gears up for its national elections in January 2024, the absence of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the main opposition party in the South Asian nation,&nbsp;is raising questions about the political dynamics of the country.&nbsp;

The BNP's decision to boycott the 12th parliamentary elections next year, accusing the ruling Awami League of trying to rig the polls, comes on the heels of a series of developments, including clashes during a BNP rally, resulting in the imprisonment of top brass of Opposition leaders by the government led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.&nbsp;

Among those who were put behind bars was the 75-year-old BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, who had been leading the party in Khaleda Zia's absence.&nbsp;Jamaat-e-Islami party chief Shafiqur Rahman is already in jail and is facing charges of violence.&nbsp;

BNP has been demanding to hold elections under a caretaker government but Hasina's party says it is against the law.

With the BNP opting out of the January elections, many are expressing concerns about the possibility of lopsided elections in Bangladesh, an argument which the Awami League was quick to brush off saying that many others are still in the race.

A total of 26 out of the 44 officially registered political parties have opted to participate in the elections while 14 parties have chosen to boycott.

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Bangladesh Parliament, also known as Jatiya Sangsad, has 350 seats.&nbsp;

Hasina's party has announced that it will field candidates for 263 seats in the 2024 elections. The Awami League has left 26 seats for the Jatiya Party, and six for its allies in the 14 Party Alliance.

<h2>Will Awami League be re-elected?&nbsp;</h2>

Former Indian Ambassador to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, told WION that smaller parties may participate, but the absence of major players like BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, which the court barred from elections, appears to favour the Awami League's return to power.

"Smaller parties will get some seats, but they won't be in competition with the Awami League," noted&nbsp;Ambassador Sikri.

There are some reports which suggest that Islamist groups will be on the rise if the BNP opts out.

It points to the vacuum in the BNP leadership, with Khaleda Zia sick and her eldest son Tarique Rahman living in exile in London since September 2008. There is apprehension that Islamist groups might get more active in the party.&nbsp;

Former diplomat Sikri expressed concerns about the continuing pace of radicalisation in Bangladesh, despite efforts by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to address the issue. She noted that BNP and Jamaat e-Islami, the party that has contributed to the rise of radicalisation in Bangladesh, are on the same page.&nbsp;

The former diplomat highlighted that the senior leaders from Jamaat had earlier occupied significant positions within the then-BNP-led government.&nbsp;

While expressing dismay over the violence seething in Bangladesh by the opposition as&nbsp;a train was being set on fire Tuesday (Dec 19) killing four, including a mother and her son, the former ambassador said, "BNP should be urged to take part in the elections as creating a ruckus will only lead to loss of infrastructure. There is a need for mature elections."&nbsp;

"The process of radicalisation at the grassroots level is a big factor in Bangladesh, which is worrying," said&nbsp;Sikri.

"Sheikh Hasina has taken action against it and I would hope that such action would continue but I do not know how much effect did it have on the process of radicalisation. Because you do have the banned Islamist groups which are underground. The police know about it and they take action against these groups."&nbsp;

Recalling the Holey Artisan Bakery attack in Dhaka in 2016 where at least 22 people were reportedly killed by militants, Ambassador Sikri said, "After that, there was a lot of action."

"Students, farmers, and media should try to bring out the relationship between India and Bangladesh purely as a way of mutual benefit and not based on the role of religion and radicalisation. That should be completely kept out," the diplomat said. &nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/2024-bangladesh-general-election-why-is-opposition-calling-for-a-boycott-of-the-january-election-671778">2024 Bangladesh general election: Why is opposition calling for a boycott of the January election?</a>

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Speaking over the upcoming elections, the former Secretary (East) at the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Anil Wadhwa told WION, "BNP is not a serious challenger to the ruling party despite them being aggressive in organising mass protests. Hence a boycott and a combination of the boycott with the top leadership not being in contention is only going to help the ruling party."

"Sheikh Hasina seems more confident of winning the elections as the date of the hustings approaches. The people of Bangladesh would also not like to see the economy suffer and protests paralyse&nbsp;the&nbsp;country."&nbsp; 
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As Bangladesh gears up for its national elections in January 2024, the absence of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the main opposition party in the South Asian nation, is raising questions about the political dynamics of the country.

As Bangladesh gears up for its national elections in January 2024, the absence of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the main opposition party in the South Asian nation, is raising questions about the political dynamics of the country. The BNP's decision to boycott the 12th parliamentary elections next year, accusing the ruling Awami League of trying to rig the polls, comes on the heels of a series of developments, including clashes during a BNP rally, resulting in the imprisonment of top brass of Opposition leaders by the government led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Among those who were put behind bars was the 75-year-old BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, who had been leading the party in Khaleda Zia's absence. Jamaat-e-Islami party chief Shafiqur Rahman is already in jail and is facing charges of violence. BNP has been demanding to hold elections under a caretaker government but Hasina's party says it is against the law. With the BNP opting out of the January elections, many are expressing concerns about the possibility of lopsided elections in Bangladesh, an argument which the Awami League was quick to brush off saying that many others are still in the race. A total of 26 out of the 44 officially registered political parties have opted to participate in the elections while 14 parties have chosen to boycott. Also Read | Bangladesh protesters set train on fire amid opposition strike, four killed Bangladesh Parliament, also known as Jatiya Sangsad, has 350 seats. Hasina's party has announced that it will field candidates for 263 seats in the 2024 elections. The Awami League has left 26 seats for the Jatiya Party, and six for its allies in the 14 Party Alliance. Will Awami League be re-elected? Former Indian Ambassador to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, told WION that smaller parties may participate, but the absence of major players like BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami, which the court barred from elections, appears to favour the Awami League's return to power. "Smaller parties will get some seats, but they won't be in competition with the Awami League," noted Ambassador Sikri. There are some reports which suggest that Islamist groups will be on the rise if the BNP opts out. It points to the vacuum in the BNP leadership, with Khaleda Zia sick and her eldest son Tarique Rahman living in exile in London since September 2008. There is apprehension that Islamist groups might get more active in the party. Former diplomat Sikri expressed concerns about the continuing pace of radicalisation in Bangladesh, despite efforts by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to address the issue. She noted that BNP and Jamaat e-Islami, the party that has contributed to the rise of radicalisation in Bangladesh, are on the same page. The former diplomat highlighted that the senior leaders from Jamaat had earlier occupied significant positions within the then-BNP-led government. While expressing dismay over the violence seething in Bangladesh by the opposition as a train was being set on fire Tuesday (Dec 19) killing four, including a mother and her son, the former ambassador said, "BNP should be urged to take part in the elections as creating a ruckus will only lead to loss of infrastructure. There is a need for mature elections." "The process of radicalisation at the grassroots level is a big factor in Bangladesh, which is worrying," said Sikri. "Sheikh Hasina has taken action against it and I would hope that such action would continue but I do not know how much effect did it have on the process of radicalisation. Because you do have the banned Islamist groups which are underground. The police know about it and they take action against these groups." Recalling the Holey Artisan Bakery attack in Dhaka in 2016 where at least 22 people were reportedly killed by militants, Ambassador Sikri said, "After that, there was a lot of action." "Students, farmers, and media should try to bring out the relationship between India and Bangladesh purely as a way of mutual benefit and not based on the role of religion and radicalisation. That should be completely kept out," the diplomat said. Watch | 2024 Bangladesh general election: Why is opposition calling for a boycott of the January election? × Speaking over the upcoming elections, the former Secretary (East) at the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Anil Wadhwa told WION, "BNP is not a serious challenger to the ruling party despite them being aggressive in organising mass protests. Hence a boycott and a combination of the boycott with the top leadership not being in contention is only going to help the ruling party." "Sheikh Hasina seems more confident of winning the elections as the date of the hustings approaches. The people of Bangladesh would also not like to see the economy suffer and protests paralyse the country."

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Indian stock markets touched an all-time high just a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) performed strongly in&nbsp;state assemblies elections. The poll results and strong performance by financial and energy stocks boosted the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE)

The NSE Nifty 50 index rose by 2.07 per cent to 20,686 points. This was record high for second session in a row. The S&amp;P BSE Sensex rose by 2.05 per cent to close at 68,865.12

Both benchmark indices recorded their best sessions in more than year settling in the over-bought zone.

Watch | Indian Parliament Winter Session 2023: 21 bills likely to be discussed

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BJP registered victory in three of the four state assembly polls the results of which came on Sunday (Dec 3).

"The party in Indian equity markets will go on," said Gaurav Dua, senior vice president and head of capital market strategy at Sharekhan by BNP Paribas. Dua was quoted by Reuters

"The strong macroeconomic data, favourable political outcome from state assembly elections and improving global environment has moved sentiment to risk-on from risk-off," Dua added.

He expected rise of another 5-8 per cent in the Nifty 50 till general elections in India due to be held in May 2024.

<h2>Major sectors shine</h2>

All-time highs were seen in 11 of 13 major sectors. Financial services rose up 3.23% energy stocks rose by 2.61%. These two sectors make up for about 46.5 per cent weightage in Nifty 50.

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Heavyweights like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank made gains between 1 per cent and 5 per cent.

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Nifty had registerd record high just Friday this week. Strong quarterly growth and monthly factory activity data provided the boost

Larsen &amp; Toubro claimed 3.9 per cent. Adani group stock registered a jump 1.4 per cent and 10 per cent. Eicher Motors hit a record high piggybacking on good sales in the month of November.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian stock markets touched an all-time high just a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) performed strongly in state assemblies elections.

Indian stock markets touched an all-time high just a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) performed strongly in state assemblies elections. The poll results and strong performance by financial and energy stocks boosted the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) The NSE Nifty 50 index rose by 2.07 per cent to 20,686 points. This was record high for second session in a row. The S&P BSE Sensex rose by 2.05 per cent to close at 68,865.12 Both benchmark indices recorded their best sessions in more than year settling in the over-bought zone. Watch | Indian Parliament Winter Session 2023: 21 bills likely to be discussed × BJP registered victory in three of the four state assembly polls the results of which came on Sunday (Dec 3). "The party in Indian equity markets will go on," said Gaurav Dua, senior vice president and head of capital market strategy at Sharekhan by BNP Paribas. Dua was quoted by Reuters "The strong macroeconomic data, favourable political outcome from state assembly elections and improving global environment has moved sentiment to risk-on from risk-off," Dua added. He expected rise of another 5-8 per cent in the Nifty 50 till general elections in India due to be held in May 2024. Major sectors shine All-time highs were seen in 11 of 13 major sectors. Financial services rose up 3.23% energy stocks rose by 2.61%. These two sectors make up for about 46.5 per cent weightage in Nifty 50. Also Read | India: Fresh violence erupts in Manipur as 13 die in gunfight Heavyweights like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank made gains between 1 per cent and 5 per cent. Also Read | India: Foxconn halts iPhone production in Chennai due to Cyclone Michaung - Report Nifty had registerd record high just Friday this week. Strong quarterly growth and monthly factory activity data provided the boost Larsen & Toubro claimed 3.9 per cent. Adani group stock registered a jump 1.4 per cent and 10 per cent. Eicher Motors hit a record high piggybacking on good sales in the month of November. (With inputs from agencies)

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