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PoliticsThe United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) announced a three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30 to demand a five-day banking week with all Saturdays off. The strike was deferred after banks operated on Sunday, September 27, to avoid disruption. UFBU had earlier held a one-day strike on September 11 and warned of an indefinite strike from October 26 if demands remain unmet.
Mint·3h ago
EntertainmentAvengers: Endgame Encore, the re-release of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's highest-grossing film, returned to theaters with bonus scenes and a new ending. It earned $26 million in North America and $60 million overseas, totaling an $86 million global opening weekend—the highest ever for a re-release. This success precedes the upcoming Marvel film Avengers: Doomsday, set for December.
HT Entertainment·1h ago
ScienceIndia faces a critical shortage of qualified higher education faculty, with many classrooms staffed by overworked, ad hoc lecturers. To address this, experts recommend a dedicated one-year Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education Pedagogy tailored for the AI era. The Supreme Court has mandated all Higher Educational Institutions to fill vacant teaching posts within four months to improve teaching quality amid the rise of Generative AI.
Hindu Science·10h ago
WorldPunjab's Lovely Professional University (LPU) has suspended classes for 10 days starting September 28, 2026, and postponed mid-term exams due to widespread student unrest following an alleged rape incident on campus. The university will announce a revised exam schedule via its University Management System. Students may travel home with parental consent or stay in hostels, avoiding unrest-related activities.
NDTV·1h ago
BusinessThe nationwide bank strike scheduled from September 28 to 30 has been postponed following a meeting between IBA and UFBU on September 27. They agreed to continue discussions on five-day banking, Saturday holidays, the PLI scheme, and other pending issues. The postponement prevents disruption to pensions, salaries, cheque clearances, cash withdrawals, and other banking services. However, no final decision has been made on five-day banking or the PLI scheme yet.
News18Hi Business·32m ago
ScienceOn September 26, a rare waterspout was observed in the Mohiuddin Nagar block of Samastipur district, Bihar. This unusual natural phenomenon, stretching from the water surface to the clouds, astonished local residents and attracted significant curiosity. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Patna also shared information about the event on social media, highlighting its rarity in the region.
Zee News Hindi·23m ago·Samastipur
Mint·3h ago
The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) announced a three-day nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30 to demand a five-day banking week with all Saturdays off. The strike was deferred after banks operated on Sunday, September 27, to avoid disruption. UFBU had earlier held a one-day strike on September 11 and warned of an indefinite strike from October 26 if demands remain unmet.
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