In October 2024, banks across India will observe a total of 15 holidays, with a mix of public and region-specific festivals. Major holidays include Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti (October 2), Durga Puja, Dussehra, and Diwali, which will affect banking operations on different days depending on the state. For example, West Bengal banks will shut down for Read More…
Mumbai: In a significant and culturally resonant decision, the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government has granted the title of ‘Rajmata-Gaumata’ to indigenous cow breeds, aiming to halt their rapid decline across the state. This initiative seeks to protect these revered animals, which hold a special place in Indian tradition, and to encourage their breeding and conservation. Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent New Delhi: Ninety-two per cent of workers engaged in the hazardous cleaning of sewers and septic tanks in India’s cities and towns belonged to Scheduled Caste (SC), scheduled Tribe(ST) or other backward class (OBC) communities, according to the latest Government data tabled in the Parliament. In between 2019 and 2023, at Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent New Delhi: A Class Two student was killed as part of an alleged “sacrificial ritual” performed by the owners of D L Public School in Hatharas District of Uttar Pradesh to make it more “prosperous” the police said.The owner of the School, Jasodhan Singh, his son and Director of the school, Dinesh Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a touching tribute to the late music legend Lata Mangeshkar on her birth anniversary, celebrating her as a cultural icon whose voice resonated with millions. In a heartfelt message on social media, PM Modi expressed his deep gratitude for the affection and blessings he received from the iconic Read More…
Mumbai: A prominent lawyer from Mumbai has taken legal action against the online ticketing giant BookMyShow, accusing the platform of scamming fans during the sale of Coldplay concert tickets. The lawsuit was filed after numerous fans, including the lawyer, faced difficulties purchasing tickets for the much-awaited concert. The complaint claims that tickets were marked as Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed India’s impressive ascent to the 39th position in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024. This leap forward signifies a major advancement for India as a global leader in innovation, research, and development. In his address, PM Modi emphasized that India’s innovation ecosystem is witnessing remarkable growth, driven Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent Patna: Fort-six people, including 37 children drowned across Bihar while bathing in water bodies on Sept 25 during the Jatiya festival, the official sources said here. Rivers and lakes have been overflowing in the State following continuous heavy rains. On Wednesday , children went to ponds and nearby rivers along with Read More…
By Our Legal Correspondent New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Sept 26 found no “error apparent on the face of the record” or merit in a petition filed by the Gujarat Government to review adverse remarks made against it by the apex court in a judgment delivered on January 08 this year. The judgment had Read More…
A recent International Labour Organization (ILO) report has revealed that 51.5% of workers in Southern Asia, including India, regularly work over 49 hours a week, surpassing the globally accepted standard of a 48-hour workweek. This makes the region the highest globally for extended work hours, driven by economic pressures, informal job structures, and weak labor Read More…