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Bank customers are advised to organize their visits in light of several upcoming regional and national holidays that will lead to branch closures. Key dates to remember include Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 and Dussehra on October 19, which will affect various states. Furthermore, expect closures on the second and fourth Saturdays of October. However, customers can still leverage digital banking for regular transactions during these periods.

CAG finds 2,988 two-wheelers were fined for not wearing seat belts, while 4,786 three- and four-wheelers get challan for not having helmets on their heads

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has committed $36.6 million to expand Community First! Village in Austin. The expansion aims to accommodate up to 1,900 residents experiencing chronic homelessness while adding 127 acres to the site. Infrastructure work is expected to begin in 2023 across properties along Hog Eye Road and Burleson Road. This development is part of a broader campaign to support affordable and permanent housing needs.

A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv had to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a serious incident. Reports indicate an altercation between the pilots, leading to a rapid descent of the aircraft. Israeli fighter jets were dispatched due to concerns over a possible hijacking, which were later dismissed. Passengers reported hearing screams and witnessing a violent situation within the cockpit during the incident.

The recent killing of C. Kavin Selvaganesh, a Scheduled Caste youth, just because he was in love with a girl of an intermediate caste, has again spotlighted rampant caste pride in southern Tamil Nadu. P. Sudhakar and C. Palanivel Rajan examine the specific circumstances leading to the murder and also highlight the caste hegemony in the region

In a first for Punjab cricket, the PCA have signed veteran India pacer Umesh Yadav as a guest player for the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season. With Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar expected to be away on India duty, Punjab are banking on Umesh's experience and red-ball pedigree in their bid to win their first Ranji title since 1992.

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court rules that the evidence cited to link them to the murder and to alleged caste-based offenses was insufficient to proceed to trial.

Minister Sakina Itoo tells the Legislative Assembly that a House Committee has given the Information Department four months to formulate new guidelines

In a remarkable crackdown on drug trafficking, Gujarat's ATS and the Indian Coast Guard discovered more than 526 kg of heroin and methamphetamine hidden aboard an Iranian dhow. With a staggering value of over Rs 3,000 crore, this seizure led to the arrest of five Pakistani nationals in the Arabian Sea.

The incident, which took place near Sherghati police station in Gaya district, is the latest in a spate of such cases reported from Jamui, Samastipur, Banka, Kishanganj and Begusarai districts of Bihar

BJP accused Congress and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of seeking to divide Hindu society along regional, linguistic, caste and gender lines

At a tender age, Jiya Joshi faced the loss of her grandmother, which ignited her desire to forge connections with the elderly. After an initial setback in volunteering at a nursing home, she took matters into her own hands by organizing meaningful visits. This initiative blossomed into Young and Old United, a platform that bridges youth with isolated seniors, impacting thousands positively.

Jessica Vincent's thrift store adventure led her to a hidden gem – a Murano vase for only $3.99 in Virginia. After investigating its origins, she learned it was crafted by the noted glass producer Venini and designed by Carlo Scarpa, making it quite rare. She successfully auctioned it for a whopping $107,100, aiming for it to eventually be showcased in a museum for future generations to enjoy.

After years of hesitance, Army veteran Joe Bowser has warmly welcomed a specially adapted smart home in Tennessee, crafted to support his mobility challenges. This poignant moment coincides with the 100th home delivered by the Gary Sinise Foundation for veterans. Bowser's family can now enjoy barrier-free space for togetherness. The deepening friendship between Bowser and Sinise, rooted in shared losses, emphasizes their mutual resilience and dedication to each other.

Brian May's initiative took root with a single oak tree planted by Bere Regis villagers in 2013. Over the ensuing ten years, more than 101,000 trees and shrubs transformed the landscape. To foster a rich ecosystem, wildflower areas were established, benefiting various wildlife, including birds and insects. Photographer Linda Lamon meticulously documented this evolution, showcasing the area as it transitioned into a thriving woodland habitat by 2023.