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Afghanistan’s foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has warned that Kabul has “other options” if peace efforts with Pakistan fail, amid escalating border clashes that have left dozens dead on both sides. His remarks came after intense fighting between Afghan and Pakistani forces along the Durand Line, marking one of the most serious confrontations since the…
When is Diwali? Five-day school holidays confirmed covering Dhanteras, Diwali and Bhai Dooj. (AI Image) Diwali, the festival of lights, is approaching, and schools across several states are preparing to close for an extended period. This year, students will enjoy a five-day break, covering major festivities including Dhanteras, Chhoti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai…
Banks in many parts of the country are closed today, October 7, on the occasion of Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti and Kumar Purnima. Banks across India follow holidays set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which include national and regional holidays, as well as Sundays. Here is a list of states and UTs where banks…
October is shaping up to be one of the busiest festive months of 2025, with major celebrations such as Diwali and Chhath Puja lined up across India. As a result, banks will remain closed on several days this month, as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar.According to the RBI calendar, several public…
JAMMU: The Directorate of School Education Jammu (DSEJ) ordered the closure of all government and private schools across Jammu division for two days in view of the Met office forecast of heavy rains from October 5, Sunday to October 7, Tuesday.Naseem Javaid Chowdhary (JKAS), director school education of Jammu, said in his order that in…
File photo: Vaishno Devi temple JAMMU: Vaishno Devi temple in J&K’s Reasi district will be closed to devotees for three days from Sunday (October 5-7) following the forecast of heavy rain in several areas of Jammu and south Kashmir.The closure comes less than a month after the shrine reopened following a 22-day shutdown since Aug…
Eiffel tower closed due to nationwide protests (AP image) The Eiffel Tower in Paris was closed on Thursday as nationwide strikes disrupted daily life across France. Thousands of protesters marched through more than 200 towns and cities, denouncing proposed spending cuts and demanding higher taxes on the wealthy. In Paris, workers, retirees and students rallied…
October 2025 bank holidays October 2025 bank holidays: Banks across the country will be closed for several days in October with the festive season beginning at the end of September. These holidays will be apart from the Sunday and second and fourth Saturday closures. Banks operate on first, third and fifth Saturdays, except when specified…
Stock markets closed on October 2: Indian stock markets, including the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE), will remain closed on Wednesday, October 2, in observance of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra.No trading will take place across equity, derivatives, or securities lending and borrowing (SLB) segments on this day. However, trading in currency…
Assam is yet to come to terms with the loss of its beloved, iconic singer Zubeen Garg, whose untimely demise in a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore on September 19, 2025, has left a void that feels impossible to fill. Known for his soulful tracks like Ya Ali and Jaane Kya Chahe Mann Bawra,…
