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BusinessPhoto: Economic TimesOn October 21, 2026, bank branches in several Indian states will be closed for the Vijaya Dasami festival. Customers are advised to consult the Reserve Bank of India's holiday list before visiting. However, digital banking services like mobile banking and UPI will remain operational on this bank holiday.
Economic Times·
EntertainmentPhoto: NDTVAnup Jalota has called on Salman Khan to apologize to the Bishnoi community following the Tiger Shroff shooting incident. The appeal highlights the need for accountability and respect towards the community affected by the event involving the actors. This request has drawn public attention to the incident and its social implications.
NDTV·
In France, the army will join the police to manage security during protests planned for Saturday. This decision comes amid ongoing unrest and violent demonstrations in Paris, linked to President Macron's immigration policies. Security measures have been tightened to control the situation as tensions rise in the capital.
AajTak··Paris
TechnologyPhoto: The Times of IndiaMinecraft released its 26.4 Snapshot 5 update featuring new Ice Bricks and a new advancement. The update is part of ongoing development to enhance gameplay, including the addition of Brittle Ice. Players can download the Minecraft Bedrock 26.70.21 beta and preview the new features as part of this snapshot release.
The Times of India·
SciencePhoto: NASA Science (.gov)NASA’s Science Mission Directorate will release Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences 2027 (ROSES-27) by January 2027. This initiative aims to advance American science and leadership in space exploration and Earth science research through funding and project opportunities.
NASA Science (.gov)·
PoliticsPhoto: HindustanAbhijeet Deepke announced an unexpected halt to the CJP protest, attributing the decision to internal issues and concern for his associates. He stated that major decisions were made by Saurav and Ashutosh. Deepke urged not to compare their movement with unrest in Nepal or Bangladesh. He also mentioned that CJP will not protest until Diwali, following arrests of activists and Gandhi-style satyagraha.
Hindustan·
Economic Times·
Photo: Economic TimesOn October 21, 2026, bank branches in several Indian states will be closed for the Vijaya Dasami festival. Customers are advised to consult the Reserve Bank of India's holiday list before visiting. However, digital banking services like mobile banking and UPI will remain operational on this bank holiday.
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