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Last-Minute Deal Saves India from 3-Day Bank Strike

A potential three‑day strike by bank employees was averted after an assurance and a late‑night meeting between union leaders and government officials resolved the dispute.

28 Sep 2026

Indian Banks Closed Amid September 28-30 Strike, Holiday Status Updated

Banks across India remain closed from September 28 to 30 due to a nationwide strike, with the government confirming a holiday for the period.

28 Sep 2026

EESL to Present Andhra Pradesh Energy Initiative at Global Forum

Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has announced it will showcase an Andhra Pradesh energy efficiency initiative at an upcoming global forum.

28 Sep 2026

Karnataka FDA Calls Centre to Act on 254 Pharma Companies Over Price Gaps

The Karnataka Food and Drug Administration has requested the central government to intervene against 254 pharmaceutical firms, citing extreme price gaps between hospital supply costs and patient charges, with some medicines priced over 70 times their landing cost.

28 Sep 2026

India launches its first natural‑gas powered passenger train

The Indian Railways inaugurated the country's first passenger train powered by compressed natural gas, marking a milestone in eco‑friendly rail transport.

28 Sep 2026

Tamil Nadu emerges as top destination for French investors

French companies are increasingly viewing Tamil Nadu as a favourable state for investment, according to a Times of India report.

28 Sep 2026

3-Day Bank Strike Called Off After Late-Night IBA-UFBU Meeting

The 3‑day strike by bank employees was cancelled after a midnight meeting between the Indian Bankers Association and the Union of Financial Bankers Union at 9:30 pm Sunday.

28 Sep 2026

Centre Announces Major Aviation Infrastructure Drive in West Bengal

The Union government has outlined a comprehensive plan to upgrade and expand aviation facilities in West Bengal, aiming to improve regional connectivity.

28 Sep 2026

Adani Group Plans Rs1 Trillion Investment in West Bengal

Adani Group has announced a planned investment of Rs1 trillion in West Bengal, marking a significant boost to the state's economy.

28 Sep 2026

Nationwide Banks Open Today as 3-Day Strike Postponed

All banks across India will remain open today after a planned nationwide strike from 28‑30 September was postponed following an agreement between the Indian Bankers Association and the Union of Financial Brokers.

28 Sep 2026

Bank unions postpone three‑day nationwide strike after talks with IBA

India’s major bank unions have called off a planned three‑day strike nationwide, saying they have reached an understanding with the Indian Bankers’ Association.

28 Sep 2026

India, Canada Reach Fifth Negotiation Round on Trade Deal; Minister to Return in October

India and Canada have completed the fifth round of talks on a comprehensive economic partnership agreement. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Canada again in October to push the deal to finalization.

28 Sep 2026