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Bank Holidays in October 2026 Include Gandhi Jayanti and Durga Puja

October 2026 features several bank holidays across India, including nationwide closure on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti. Regional holidays include Mahalaya Amavasye on October 10 in Bengaluru and Kolkata, Maha Saptami on October 17 in Agartala, and Dussehra-related holidays on October 19 in Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Imphal, and Patna. Banks close physically on these days, but online services continue. Sundays and certain Saturdays are also holidays nationwide.

Deccan Herald·3h ago

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Science

Omar Yaghi Wins Nobel for Solar Device Extracting Water from Air

Omar Yaghi and his team developed a solar-powered device in 2022 that extracts water from the air in harsh conditions using a metal-organic framework, operating without electricity. This innovation addresses water scarcity and earned them the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Yaghi's personal journey inspired this breakthrough, with plans to expand the technology's reach in the future.

TOI World·24m ago

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Entertainment

Singer Shaan Celebrates Birthday, Shares Love Story with Wife Radhika

On September 30, Bollywood singer Shaan celebrates his birthday. He and his wife Radhika dated for seven years before marrying in 2000. The couple has been happily married for 25 years, sharing a love story as romantic as a film. Fans admire Radhika, who is known for her musical talent and strong bond with Shaan.

News18Hi Entertainment·5m ago

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World

India-GCC Aviation Capacity Nearly Restored Despite Ongoing War

Since the military conflict began on February 28, 2026, in West Asia, airspace over the Arabian Peninsula was closed, disrupting flights between India and GCC countries. Indian carriers canceled flights to protect passengers and crew. Despite the war continuing seven months later, aviation capacity between India and GCC nations like Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia is nearly back to pre-war levels.

Firstpost Business·22m ago

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Politics

Meerut Court Convicts Muskan and Sahil in Saurabh Rajput Murder

The Meerut District Court convicted Muskan and Sahil for the March 2025 murder of Merchant Navy worker Saurabh Rajput. Rajput's dismembered body was found concealed in a blue plastic drum at his Meerut home. The court heard 126 sessions, with evidence showing Muskan allegedly drugged and stabbed Rajput with Sahil's help. The accused fled to Himachal Pradesh but were arrested two weeks later. The murder was premeditated, involving purchase of a knife, razor, cement, sand, and a drum.

News18·10m ago·Meerut

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Business

AIMRA Declares Nationwide 'No UPI Day' on October 2

The All India Mobile Retailers Association (AIMRA) has announced a 'No UPI Day' on October 2 to protest the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4%. Retailers argue that this charge will heavily impact small businesses by reducing their profit margins. AIMRA demands the withdrawal of the MDR proposal, insisting that routine digital payments remain free for micro and small enterprises.

Economic Times·20m ago

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